2) The Rebels were a 60's garage rock band from Iran.
Before Prince formed The Time, he considered using his backing band as a side-project called The Rebels. The 1979 project was a group effort, with songs being written and sung by the various members. Andre Cymone and Dez Dickerson each contributed material and a few numbers were sung by Gayle Chapman. The project was eventually shelved but two of the songs composed by Prince were re-recorded and released much later: "If I Love U 2 Night" by Mica Paris (and later by Prince's wife-to-be Mayte Garcia) and "U" by Paula Abdul. The original Prince guide vocal for "If I Love U 2 Nite" appeared by mistake on the rare Mica Paris 'Stand For Love' EP, of which only a handful exist.
3) The Rebels were the Prague (Czech republic) group, founded in July 1967 Korn (vocals, guitar) and Svatopluk Cech, brother Frantisek Ringo Cech (vocals, bass guitar). The Rebels played in the "west-coast style" with elements of "Britain's Mersey sound".
Cast:
Jiří Korn - vocals, guitar
Svatopluk Čech - vocals, bass guitar
Josef Plíva - vocals, lead guitar
Borek Kadlec - organ
Jiří Schilder George - drums
In the 1. čs. beatový festival 1967, Best New Artist award away. With new drummer Anatolij Kohout recorded the first songs for Supraphon.
In 1968 he issued the album Šípková Růženka with great acclaim.
Cast (after 1968):Jiří Korn, A. Kohout, Borek Kadlec, Miroslav Helcl - organ, Zdeněk Juračka - vocals, lead guitar. Under the leadership of F. Janeček had a new repertoire, (where there was no trace of the old melody and singing style), and went on long tours - West Germany, Austria and PLR. At the end of 1968 left the band Kadlec and Kohout and coming new drummer Káša Jahn. Since the band spent most of his time abroad was not as popular as other groups of the time (Blue Effect, Flamengo and Framus Five).
The band broke up early 1970.
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The Rebels Lyrics
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My heart is broken, but it's bound
Hittin' girls, my shots go like Yao Ming
Sippin codeine, I am on a type beat
Shit this girl so hot i'm fallin' down
My heart is broken, but it's bound
Hittin' girls, my shots go like Yao Ming
Sippin codeine, I am on a type beat
Drivin down drunk, oh no she didn't
Fuck the tiny percs, give me a bottle
Need a new woman, nevermind, no bottle
It's a hard truth, can't swallow
Fuck a bartender, I am just a ghost
Wake up the next day, i'm in the clouds
Turns out i'm in heaven, why is it so loud?
I can see a car, man said kachow
Lets go to Mc Donalds, lets see what's on the menu
Only just 5 stars, that's what I see at the venue
Rolling loud, that is a dream of mine
Hopefully one day I don't become a mime
I am a hard simper, I pressed on the throttle
I can hear the engine roar, hear the shaking of a bottle
There's a woman, she became my krypton
In my nightmares i can see the ton
Shit this girl so hot i'm fallin' down
My heart is broken, but it's bound
Hittin' girls, my shots go like Yao Ming
Sippin codeine, I am on a type beat
Shit this girl so hot i'm fallin' down
My heart is broken, but it's bound
Hittin' girls, my shots go like Yao Ming
Sippin codeine, I am on a type beat
The Rebels’ song “You” is a dark and troubled exploration of heartbreak, addiction, and self-destructive behavior. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a protagonist who is deeply in love with a girl, but also struggling with intense emotional pain and substance abuse. Lines such as “My heart is broken, but it’s bound” and “Breaking hearts is a feeling” suggest that the singer has been hurt in the past and is now inflicting that pain onto others. The repeated phrase “Shit this girl so hot i’m fallin’ down” could be interpreted as both a declaration of love and a sign of the singer’s instability.
The lyrics also touch on other themes such as reckless driving (“Drivin down drunk, oh no she didn’t”) and the desire for fame and success (“Rolling loud, that is a dream of mine”). The chorus (“Shit this girl so hot i’m fallin’ down / My heart is broken, but it’s bound / Hittin’ girls, my shots go like Yao Ming / Sippin codeine, I am on a type beat”) is repeated throughout the song, creating a sense of dizzying repetition and a stream-of-consciousness narrative.
Overall, “You” is a haunting and unsettling song that explores the dark side of love and addiction. The lyrics are filled with vivid imagery and conflicting emotions, making it a powerful and thought-provoking piece of music.
Line by Line Meaning
Shit this girl so hot i'm fallin' down
This girl is incredibly attractive and I'm overwhelmed by my feelings for her.
My heart is broken, but it's bound
Although I'm heartbroken, I can't seem to let go of my feelings for this girl.
Hittin' girls, my shots go like Yao Ming
I'm not very good at picking up girls, but when it comes to basketball, I'm like Yao Ming.
Sippin codeine, I am on a type beat
I'm under the influence of codeine and creating music that's representative of a certain style.
I gotta admit it, breaking hearts is a feelin'
As much as it hurts, there's a certain thrill to breaking someone's heart.
Drivin down drunk, oh no she didn't
I made the mistake of driving under the influence and now have to deal with the consequences.
Fuck the tiny percs, give me a bottle
I'm not interested in taking small amounts of prescription medications - I want to go all in and drink alcohol.
Need a new woman, nevermind, no bottle
I thought I was looking for a new woman to distract me from my problems, but now I realize that alcohol won't solve anything.
It's a hard truth, can't swallow
I'm struggling to come to terms with a difficult truth.
Fuck a bartender, I am just a ghost
I don't want to rely on someone else to solve my problems - I feel like a ghost, disconnected from reality.
Wake up the next day, i'm in the clouds
I'm feeling disoriented after a night of partying.
Turns out i'm in heaven, why is it so loud?
I'm surprised to find myself feeling happy, despite the loud and overwhelming environment.
I can see a car, man said kachow
I'm observing my surroundings and taking in the small details.
Lets go to Mc Donalds, lets see what's on the menu
I'm hanging out with friends and looking for a casual and familiar spot to eat.
Only just 5 stars, that's what I see at the venue
Despite my current situation, I'm still striving for success and only settling for the best.
Rolling loud, that is a dream of mine
I have aspirations to perform at a music festival like Rolling Loud.
Hopefully one day I don't become a mime
I don't want to feel stuck, silent, and disconnected from the world.
I am a hard simper, I pressed on the throttle
I'm not giving up and will continue to pursue my dreams despite any obstacles.
I can hear the engine roar, hear the shaking of a bottle
I can hear the sounds of my surroundings, including the loud engine and the clinking of a bottle.
There's a woman, she became my krypton
I'm struggling with my feelings for a woman who has become my ultimate weakness.
In my nightmares i can see the ton
My fears and anxieties are overwhelming and haunt me even in my dreams.
Shit this girl so hot i'm fallin' down
This girl is incredibly attractive and I'm overwhelmed by my feelings for her.
My heart is broken, but it's bound
Although I'm heartbroken, I can't seem to let go of my feelings for this girl.
Hittin' girls, my shots go like Yao Ming
I'm not very good at picking up girls, but when it comes to basketball, I'm like Yao Ming.
Sippin codeine, I am on a type beat
I'm under the influence of codeine and creating music that's representative of a certain style.
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The Rebels 1979 :
Instrumental 1 0:00
Thrill or Kill You 0:59
Too Long 6:59
The Loser 11:08
Instrumental 2 13:07
Hard 2 Get 14:12
You 17:31
Disco Away 20:20
If I Love You Tonight 24:44
Hard 2 Get (81' version) 29:41
Susan Donahue
This Mpls girl ... born same summer as Prince ☔️☔️☔️
- I’ve been a fan ever since I heard rumors about “this kid” at another HS who can play any instrument he picks up 😎
- My 18th Birthday (Minnesota briefly made the drinking age 18) was at 1st Avenue 🌹🌿
In 2016, we were visiting Mpls & stopped by Paisley Park.
The elevator was sealed up🙏🏼 ... that was the first wave of emotion that rocked me.
The sound boards were left untouched, just the way Prince left them. 🌹🌿☔️☔️☔️
At some point, folks may realize ... Prince was a prophet 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
There must have been something special in the stardust sprinkled on babies the summer of 1958.
- Prince
- Michael Jackson
- Madonna
... & me 🌿
John Patrick
Prince is so phenomenal. This album is dope as hell 🔥👌🙌😍👏💯🔥
Frank Ramos
Been a fan since I was 6 years old. 41 years later & still discovering/loving the music only Prince could make
antonin
The Rebels 1979 :
Instrumental 1 0:00
Thrill or Kill You 0:59
Too Long 6:59
The Loser 11:08
Instrumental 2 13:07
Hard 2 Get 14:12
You 17:31
Disco Away 20:20
If I Love You Tonight 24:44
Hard 2 Get (81' version) 29:41
jay cee
Prince by far is the greatest of all time!!!
Grayson Billings
no doubt
pelarry12
i just realised 3 years ago how genius he was i used to like most Famouse songs and now m livinf the real experience
VICENTE - Economía y Consciencia
yes
Kae Lewis
The early version of the true Revolution ... The Rebels - Prince, Andre Cymone, Dez , Bobby Z , Dr. Fink and Gayle . I've always loved this secret project. Songs and energy are great .
Jeffrey Besecker
It’s not really that secret. Boot legs have been available since the late 80’s. 😉
Mr. Jackson
wow...i always wanted to hear this...always been a big fan of Andre Cymone and Dez Dickerson, both... Prince's greatest bandmates