'Pipe' and 'Bread' teamed up with two other singers after that, Oswald Downes and Norman Davis, and recorded the single "Gold Digger" for producer, Lloyd "Matador" Daley. From there they went on to work with Coxsone Dodd's famous Studio One label recording label, considered the "Motown" of Jamaica.
They recorded a number of singles there, and were also billed as the Classics, in addition to their Wailing Souls name. In the early 70's, the Souls recorded for Bob Marley's Tuff Gong label, as Pipe and The Pipes. There at Tuff Gong they had hits with "Harbor Shark" and "Back Biter". The groups vocal power, and song writing ability has kept the group in the spotlight, and in 1974 the group changed again when Downes and David left and 'Buddy' Haye rejoined. The 'godfather of reggae', Joe Higgs, also worked with the group in the mid-70's, but left to work with Jimmy Cliff as his musical director on tour.
The group entered another era of their careers as they began work with famed producer "Jo Jo" Hookim and his Channel One label. With Hookim, they recorded more classics like "Things and Times," "Joy With Your Heart," and "Very Well." Shortly after in 1976, Rudolph 'Garth' Dennis one of founding members of Black Uhuru, joined the group.
The Souls then started their own label in 1977 called Massive, and hit with their first singles "Bredda Gravilicious" and "Feel The Spirit." In the early 80's the quartet worked with a number of hot producers including Sly and Robbie recording "Old Broom"on their Taxi Label, "Fire House Rock" for "Junjo" Lawes' Volcano Label, and for producer/singer Linval Thompson.
Their touring and recording continued throughout the 80's. After recording these classic tracks for genius producer King Jammy in 1988-89, the group broke up again, but Pipe and Bread have continued the Wailing Souls on their own throughout the 90's recording (two Grammy nominated albums included) and touring worldwide. 'Garth' Dennis rejoined Black Uhuru to work with them in the early/mid 90's and "Buddy" Haye has taken a leave from singing since.
Wild Wild Life
Wailing Souls Lyrics
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Make we mash this one ya and go on...
I'm wearin' fur pyjamas
I ride a Hot Potato
It's tickling my fancies
Speak up, now I can't hear you
Here on this mountain top, woahoho
I got some news to tell you, woahoho
About some wild, wild life
Here comes the doctor in charge, woahoho
She's got some wild, wild life
Ain't that the way you like it, woahoho
Living wild, wild life
I wrestle with your conscience
You wrestle with your partner
Sittin' on the window sill
He's spending time behind closed doors
Check out Mr. Businessman, woahoho
He bought some wild, wild life
On the way to the stock exchange, woahoho
He's got some wild, wild life
Break it up when he opens the door, woahoho
He's got some wild, wild life
I know that's the way you like it, woahoho
Living wild, wild life
Peace of mind?
It's a piece of cake, man!
Thought control!
You can get on board anytime you like!
Ooh yeah oh
Yeah man!
Like sittin' on pins and needles
Things fall apart, it's scientific, whoa yoey
Sleeping on the Interstate, woahoho
Getting wild, wild life
Checkin' in, a checkin' out, woahoho
I got some wild, wild life
Spending all of my money and time, woahoho
Done too much wild, wild life
Ain't that the way you like it, woahoho
Living wild, wild life
We've got to live some life, woahoho
Living wild, wild life
We've got to live some life, yea hey
Living wild, wild life
In this time, in this time, yea hey
Living wild, wild life
We've got to, we've got to, we've got to
Living wild, wild life
We've got to live some life
We've got to live some life
The lyrics to Wailing Souls' song "Wild Wild Life" depict a life of freedom and lack of restrictions. The song starts off with a call to action, inviting the listener to join in on the mayhem. The references to fur pajamas and hot potatoes are playful and suggest a lack of formality or rules. The song then goes on to describe a variety of characters who are also living their own "wild, wild" lives, including a doctor and a businessman. The lyrics imply that living an unconventional life may be chaotic or challenging, but it is ultimately rewarding and exciting.
The line "Peace of mind? It's a piece of cake, man!" highlights the theme of the song – the pursuit of happiness and freedom over a conventional or regulated existence. The phrase "wild, wild life" is repeated frequently throughout the song, emphasizing the idea that living life to the fullest requires a certain level of fearlessness and disregard for societal norms.
Overall, Wailing Souls' "Wild Wild Life" is a celebration of individuality and nonconformity. The song suggests that, while living an unconventional life may come with its challenges, it is ultimately a fulfilling and exciting way to live.
Line by Line Meaning
Come in my-oh
Join me in this adventure
Make we mash this one ya and go on...
Let's conquer this obstacle and continue forward
I'm wearin' fur pyjamas
I'm comfortable and carefree
I ride a Hot Potato
I'm living life on the edge
It's tickling my fancies
I'm intrigued and amused
Speak up, now I can't hear you
Communicate clearly with me
Here on this mountain top, woahoho
I'm on top of the world
I got some wild, wild life
I have an exciting and unpredictable lifestyle
I got some news to tell you, woahoho
I have something interesting to share with you
About some wild, wild life
It's about my adventurous lifestyle
Here comes the doctor in charge, woahoho
Someone is going to try and control me
She's got some wild, wild life
But even the authority figure has an exciting lifestyle
Ain't that the way you like it, woahoho
Don't you also enjoy living wildly?
Living wild, wild life
Embrace the excitement and unpredictability of life
I wrestle with your conscience
I challenge your beliefs and morals
You wrestle with your partner
You have your own struggles to deal with
Sittin' on the window sill
I'm in a state of contemplation
He's spending time behind closed doors
He's up to something secretive
Check out Mr. Businessman, woahoho
Look at the man whose life is all work and no play
He bought some wild, wild life
Even he wants to experience some excitement
On the way to the stock exchange, woahoho
Even his work commute is hectic
He's got some wild, wild life
He has his own adventures outside the office
Break it up when he opens the door, woahoho
Even he needs to take a break from his routine
I know that's the way you like it, woahoho
Everyone enjoys a little excitement and unpredictability
Peace of mind?
Is that all you really want?
It's a piece of cake, man!
It's easy to achieve
Thought control!
Trying to manipulate my thinking
You can get on board anytime you like!
You can join in on the excitement
Ooh yeah oh
Expressing enthusiasm
Yeah man!
Agreeing with the sentiment
Like sittin' on pins and needles
Feeling anxious and excited
Things fall apart, it's scientific, whoa yoey
Change and chaos are natural and inevitable
Sleeping on the Interstate, woahoho
Even mundane activities can be exciting
Getting wild, wild life
I'm living unpredictably
Checkin' in, a checkin' out, woahoho
I'm constantly on the move
I got some wild, wild life
My life is always full of surprises
Spending all of my money and time, woahoho
I'm fully committed to living life to the fullest
Done too much wild, wild life
I may have pushed the boundaries too far
Ain't that the way you like it, woahoho
But it's all worth it in the end
Living wild, wild life
Continuing to live life on the edge
We've got to live some life, woahoho
We need to embrace the excitement of living
We've got to live some life, yea hey
It's important to take risks and enjoy life
In this time, in this time, yea hey
Right now is the moment to start living wildly
We've got to, we've got to, we've got to
We must commit to living life to the fullest
Living wild, wild life
Embracing the unpredictable and exciting journey of life
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: David Byrne
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