Lightly jazzy undertones, with a strong rock overcurrent. These are well thought out ventures with commercial adaptability.
"Situation"
"New Ways, Train Train"
Jeff Beck,not overplaying, just before he jettisioned singers for (mostly) all time. ***
Peace !
Situation
The Jeff Beck Group Lyrics
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To live a life we don't intend to lose,
The time has come when we must all decide
To end our evil ways or let the whole world slide
Who would of thought
That wars were fought to free our nation
We must make the changes
Ooh yeah yeah
Listen people
It's all right
When you've fought on foreign soil.
Not your very own
'Cause you don't want it destroyed
We are keepin' our own identity
We must look around
For ideas to be real
So many of the people have been justified.
We must face the truth
'Cause there ain't no real place to hide.
Listen people
If it's true that no one really cares
We've got to sacrifice through the changing years
Do the things we feel no matter most of all
So let the people yeah
Sweet music is our home
Please realize happiness is your conviction
You'll find in people all kinds of good reaction
Whoa whoa whoa whoa
The Jeff Beck Group’s song Situation reflects on the struggles of life and the importance of making the right choices. The opening line, “People fight for the basic right to choose,” highlights the significance of freedom and being able to make decisions for oneself. The lyric “To live a life we don’t intend to lose” suggests that it is essential to make the most of the life we have and not let it slip away.
The song also touches on the issue of war and how it affects people. The line, “Who would have thought that wars were fought to free our nation?” indicates that although wars may have been fought for the greater good, the aftermath can result in destruction and loss. The line, “Listen people, it’s all right when you’ve fought on foreign soil. Not your very own, ‘cause you don’t want it destroyed,” implies that there is a sense of protection towards one’s homeland.
Overall, the song highlights the importance of making conscious choices and striving towards happiness in life.
Line by Line Meaning
People fight for the basic right to choose
Individuals struggle to attain the fundamental freedom to make their own choices
To live a life we don't intend to lose
To exist in a manner that is not meant to result in failure or death
The time has come when we must all decide
It is now when we need to make a crucial determination
To end our evil ways or let the whole world slide
To stop engaging in harmful actions or allow the entire planet to deteriorate
Who would of thought
Who could have imagined
That wars were fought to free our nation
The battles waged to liberate our homeland
We must make the changes
We need to implement the alterations
From the basic situation
Starting from the simple state of affairs
Listen people
Pay attention everybody
It's all right
It's okay
When you've fought on foreign soil.
After engaging in military conflicts in other lands
Not your very own
But not on your own territory
'Cause you don't want it destroyed
Since you don't desire it to be ruined
We are keepin' our own identity
We are preserving our unique characteristics
We must look around
We have to examine our surroundings
For ideas to be real
In order for concepts to become actualized
So many of the people have been justified.
Many individuals have been vindicated
We must face the truth
We need to confront reality
'Cause there ain't no real place to hide.
Because there is nowhere to truly conceal oneself
If it's true that no one really cares
If it is indeed factual that no one genuinely gives a damn
We've got to sacrifice through the changing years
We must make concessions during the evolving era
Do the things we feel no matter most of all
Execute the activities that feel significant above everything else
So let the people yeah
So allow the people to
Sweet music is our home
Pleasant melodies are our sanctuary
Please realize happiness is your conviction
Please understand that joy is your belief
You'll find in people all kinds of good reaction
You will encounter various favorable responses in others
Whoa whoa whoa whoa
Expressing enthusiasm or amazement
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People fight for the basic right to choose
To live a life we don't intend to lose, The time has come when we must all decide
To end our evil ways or let the whole world slide
Who would of thought
That wars were fought to free our nation
We must make the changes
From the basic situation
Oooo yeah yeah
Listen people
It's all right
When you've fought on foreign soil.
Not your very own
'Cause you don't want it destroyed
We are keepin' our own identity
We must look around
For ideas to be real
So many of the people have been justified.
We must face the truth
'Cause there ain't no real place to hide.
Listen people
If it's true that no one really cares
We've got to sacrifice through the changing years
Do the things we feel no matter most of all
So let the people yeah
Sweet music is our home
Please realize happiness is your conviction
You'll find in people all kinds of good reaction
Whoa whoa whoa whoa
Eric Peterschmidt
RIP, Jeff. When my older sister brought back Rough and Ready on an 8-track tape back in the day, little did I know how much it would influence the music of my life. It still resonates to this day. Amazing.
Tim Castens
Great Sis, 🤩👍
Joseph Alvaro
At the time of it's release 'Rough and Ready' completely open my eyes as to how a rock band could infuse jazz and R&B grooves and feels.
Every musician on this album laided down a master class on their respective instruments.A shout goes out to Clive Chaman.
A top 10 album in my collection of all-time.
Steve Lancaster
Thank you Jeff Beck for all you did for the guitar. RIP. Rock on forever!!
Longshotsblues
Will always be a favorite of mine. The memories it brings. God Love and Speed Jeff. You will be beyond missed but Forever Remembered. Music from my youth and teens Rest in Rock! One grand jam session going on in Heaven.
joseph lemko
Jeff Beck kicks ass on this song. He is so damn talented.😎🎸Max Middleton on piano also stands out.🎹🎸👍
honey west
Can’t get enough of this !!!! RIP Jeff !!!!
zdrumdude
One of the best albums I ever bought. Every song a classic. Still have the vinyl. Thanks for posting
SeaLisa
zdrumdude me too....love this album.
Joe Mink
I have the album too. Still play it all the time.