From the sleeve notes for the latest release End Titles...Stories For Film released in July 2008, the current line-up is stated as James Lavelle and Pablo Clements, also a member of the Psychonauts.
The original line-up was James Lavelle, Tim Goldsworthy (now a member of DFA) and Kudo (Major Force West, Skylab). This incarnation released several EPs and singles, usually involving collaborations with other Mo'Wax affiliated artists.
In 1998, after the departure of Goldsworthy and Kudo, Lavelle enlisted US producer DJ Shadow to help complete UNKLE's debut album, "Psyence Fiction". On this album they collaborated with a variety of guest artists including Thom Yorke (Radiohead), Mike D (Beastie Boys), Badly Drawn Boy and Richard Ashcroft (The Verve). The album contained songs which merged indie-rock with hip hop.
In 2003 UNKLE released "Never, Never, Land". At this time UNKLE consisted of Lavelle and new collaborator Richard File, and the album also featured Ian Brown (The Stone Roses), Josh Homme (Queens of the Stone Age), Robert Del Naja (Massive Attack), Mani (The Stone Roses, Primal Scream) and others.
A third album entitled "War Stories" was released in July 2007. It features collaborations with Josh Homme (Queens of the Stone Age), Ian Astbury (The Cult), Autolux, Robert Del Naja (Massive Attack), The Duke Spirit, and Gavin Clark, and is far more strongly rock-influenced than previous releases. The album was preceded by an EP, Nights Temper, of which a limited pressing was released in May 2007.
Lavelle has also released several mix albums and remixes under his own name and under the name UNKLEsounds (together with Richard File).
UNKLE is known for remixing music from artists such as Explosions in the Sky, Massive Attack, and Oasis.
Be There
UNKLE Lyrics
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Let me lead you by the hand
You don't want to be there
Over the sea and down to land
As I look into your eyes
I pay no mind
I found the way
I'd give you peace of mind
Am I see you falling?
Am I see you falling?
Am I see you falling beautiful
The same
I don't see you falling,
I don't see you falling,
I don't see you falling beautiful
Sometimes
You don't want to go there
Let me lead you by the hand
You don't want to be there
Over the sea and down to land
As I look into your eyes
I pay no mind
I found the way
To get inside you
I'd give you peace of mind
Am I see you falling?
Am I see you falling?
Am I see you falling beautiful
The same
I don't see you falling,
I don't see you falling,
I don't see you falling beautiful
Sometimes
Here and again
And there you're
Falling, falling, falling,
Falling, falling, falling
Am I see you falling?
Am I see you falling?
Am I see you falling beautiful
The same
I don't see you falling,
I don't see you falling,
I don't see you falling beautiful
Sometimes
Am I see you falling?
Am I see you falling?
Am I see you falling beautiful
The same
I don't see you falling,
I don't see you falling,
I don't see you falling beautiful
Sometimes
Falling, falling, free
I don't see you falling,
I don't see you falling,
Corrupt, a plea for free will
An irresponsible harass show
It has been suggested
That this is contradictory
The lyrics of UNKLE's song Be There have a haunting and introspective quality, with a sense of urgency and concern for someone the singer cares about. The song seems to be about the singer's desire to protect and guide a loved one who is struggling and falling apart. The lyrics "You don't want to go there, let me lead you by the hand. You don't want to be there, over the sea and down to land" seem to indicate a sense of urgency and a desire to help someone who is facing a difficult situation.
The singer seems to have found a way to connect with this person and offer them some comfort and support, saying "I found the way to get inside you, I'd give you peace of mind" in the chorus. There is a sense of tenderness and care in the way the lyrics are delivered, with a soft and mournful tone that emphasizes the concern and empathy behind the words.
Overall, the song Be There is a poignant and emotional expression of love and concern for someone who is struggling, with a strong sense of empathy and a desire to help and guide them through a difficult time.
Line by Line Meaning
You don't want to go there
I advise you not to venture into that dangerous territory
Let me lead you by the hand
Allow me to guide you safely through this situation
You don't want to be there
It's best if you don't find yourself in that place
Over the sea and down to land
Refers to a distant and unfamiliar place
As I look into your eyes
As I gaze intently at you
I pay no mind
I ignore any distractions and focus solely on you
I found the way / To get inside you
I discovered how to connect with you emotionally and mentally
I'd give you peace of mind
I would offer you comfort and reassurance
Am I see you falling?
Do I perceive that you are losing control or struggling?
Am I see you falling? / Am I see you falling? / Am I see you falling beautiful / The same
Reiterates the question of whether the person is experiencing difficulty, despite their outer appearance
I don't see you falling, / I don't see you falling, / I don't see you falling beautiful / Sometimes
Acknowledges that the person may not always be in control and sometimes may struggle
Here and again / And there you're / Falling, falling, falling, / Falling, falling, falling
There are moments when you are losing control and falling into a negative state
Falling, falling, free
The feeling of falling freely and out of control
Corrupt, a plea for free will / An irresponsible harass show / It has been suggested / That this is contradictory
These lines are disjointed and seemingly unrelated to the rest of the song. They suggest a negative criticism of someone's actions or character
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: DARRELL R BROWN, JESS CATES, DARRELL BROWN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@djjackjones1
When I was in my late 'teens' early 20's I use to smoke weed quite regular, nothing heavy mind, but use to crash out after getting home and end up falling asleep on the sofa with the tv still on. This was one of a few tracks I'd wake up to or catch during a quick flick through some music channels before going to bed. Thank god for MTV2 for playing some great music that has stuck with me into my 'adult' years lol
@surtivmak4715
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@dieodieo3685
here 20 yrs old folks still smoking to this tune
@loganmccluskey2861
@dieo dieo 19 here with you also. good music always gets found by the right people
@phablost
el estilo de unkle me hace viajar en el tiempo
@JeramyTheGirl
0:23 gets me everytime, amazing bassline. Drums excellent. Pleasure in an instant
@gabrielxilonzochilt4309
Esta canción me remonta a 1998, te lleva a una atmósfera under. Buena canción
@fcoutts14
A great song from a great band! :)
@AlphaNalo
Love this track, my favorite. I like this version better than the original "unreal" track.
@TheUltimateVoid
This song is amazing and the video is f###n epic what i regret is that the full version of the video is not available here, argggghhhh!!!!