Born in Africa, Tom Frager grew up in Guadeloupe where he became the most successful local surfer of his generation. He joined the French surf team and, with his guitar, wrote songs during his travels around the globe for competitions.
In 2002 he formed the group GWAYAV 'with four friends, musicians and surfers. Their debut album "Bloom Inside" has sold around 5,000 copies. Tom Frager mixes pop, rock, reggae, ska and gypsy jazz original melodies and comparing breaking pace. His influences range from reggae to rock to Bob Marley to Sublime via Pop Soul by Jason Mraz.
Tom Frager has co-written with other artists, such as the triple world champion Tom Curren surfing or Amen Viana, guitarist Keziah Jones. It includes ensuring the early parts of Alpha Blondy, Toots & the Maytals, Patrice, Groundation, Sizzla, Sublime Tribute, the People of the Grass and performed on major festivals such as French Francofolies de La Rochelle or The Extravagance Biarritz. Tom Frager & Gwayav gave almost 400 concerts in 7 years.
Better Days
Tom Frager Lyrics
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I don't know what to say
And while i strap my shoes
I'm hoppin' for Better Days
Yes every day i pray
For what we are gonna learn
Tell me do you think
They just talk about money money
All they wanna know is money money
Refrain:
Love has flown away
And if we fall every single day
It's because we've lost
All regards about what we care
Bring back love
Please don't leave me there
From the cities
Yes i've got to run away (2 fois)
All i need
Is to feel alive again (2 fois)
Babylon can feel that pain and sorrow
Is only what the war can bring tomorrow
Freedom... (4 fois)
You've got to give me a solution
There's no more green in the cities
Look at the blue of the ocean it's black
There's no more green in the cities
Give a look at what they just left in their back
There's no more green in the cities
Refrain
They put them wrong babylon stylee
And them take the youth the wrong drive
Rastaman would choose another way!
I'm hoppin' for Better Days(2 fois)
They put them wrong babylon stylee
And them take the youth the wrong drive
Rastaman would choose another way!
I'm hoppin' for Better Days(2 fois)
Oh when we feel bad with the bad air that we breath
Mister we would really appreciate your interest
Come on bring back love... (4 fois)
Faya will be burning (2 fois)
They put them wrong babylon stylee
And them take the youth the wrong drive
Rastaman would choose another way
They've got to know what to do
King Hailé Selassié Jah will never let you down
Refrain
The lyrics of Tom Frager's "Better Days" speak to the frustration and anxiety of the current state of the world, but also to the hope and determination for something better. The opening lines convey a sense of helplessness in the face of turmoil, with the singer unsure of what actions to take or words to say. However, the repeated line "I'm hoppin' for Better Days" suggests a refusal to give up completely and a willingness to keep moving forward. The second verse begs the question of whether politicians are concerned with anything besides money, sparking a critique of current political systems. The song shifts its focus to environmentalism, describing the lack of green space in cities and the pollution in our oceans. The lyrics also reference the pain and sorrow caused by war and the desire for freedom. At the end, the song takes on a more positive tone, asserting that love can bring about change and that Rastafarian principles can show a better way forward.
Line by Line Meaning
I don't know what to do
I am lost and unsure of what to do next.
I don't know what to say
I am speechless and unable to express myself adequately.
And while i strap my shoes
As I get ready to face the day ahead.
I'm hoppin' for Better Days
I am optimistic about the future and hoping for better days ahead.
Yes every day i pray
I rely on prayer to guide me through the challenges of life.
For what we are gonna learn
To gain understanding and insight into the world around us.
Tell me do you think
Do you believe that...
Politicians feel concerned
Do politicians really care about the issues that affect ordinary people?
They just talk about money money
Politicians are only interested in money and finances.
All they wanna know is money money
Money is the primary concern of our political leaders.
Love has flown away
Love and compassion have disappeared from our world.
And if we fall every single day
If we continue to struggle and face challenges every day.
It's because we've lost
It is because we have lost sight of...
All regards about what we care
Our values and principles that are important to us.
Bring back love
We must find a way to bring love and compassion back into our world.
Please don't leave me there
I don't want to be stuck in this world without love and compassion.
From the cities
In the urban areas...
Yes i've got to run away (2 fois)
I feel the need to escape from the city environment.
All i need
What I am looking for is...
Is to feel alive again (2 fois)
I want to feel alive and connected to the world around me.
Babylon can feel that pain and sorrow
The oppressive system of Babylon has brought pain and sorrow to many people.
Is only what the war can bring tomorrow
War only brings more pain and destruction to our world in the future.
Freedom... (4 fois)
The search for freedom and liberation is an ongoing struggle.
You've got to give me a solution
We need practical solutions to the problems facing our society.
There's no more green in the cities
Urban environments have destroyed the natural beauty and greenery of our planet.
Look at the blue of the ocean it's black
Our oceans have been polluted and destroyed by human actions.
Give a look at what they just left in their back
The consequences of human actions will be felt for generations to come.
They put them wrong babylon stylee
The oppressive systems of Babylon have corrupted our world.
And them take the youth the wrong drive
They are leading our youth down the wrong path in life.
Rastaman would choose another way!
Rastafarians advocate for a different way of life that is not corrupted by Babylon's influence.
Oh when we feel bad with the bad air that we breath
The pollution in our environment is affecting our health and wellbeing.
Mister we would really appreciate your interest
We need leaders to take an interest in addressing the problems facing our society.
Come on bring back love... (4 fois)
We need to work together to bring love and compassion back into our world.
Faya will be burning (2 fois)
There will be consequences for our actions unless we take steps to address the problems in our society.
Rastaman would choose another way
Rastafarians advocate for a counter-culture that is not corrupted by Babylon's influence.
They've got to know what to do
Our leaders and society as a whole must find solutions to the problems facing us.
King Hailé Selassié Jah will never let you down
Rastafarians believe that Haile Selassie is a wise and benevolent leader who will never let his followers down.
Writer(s): Thomas Frager Copyright: Universal Music Publishing
Contributed by Zoe D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.