1. WAR were a popul… Read Full Bio ↴There are at least nine artists with this name:
1. WAR were a popular funk group of the '70s. They mixed soul, jazz, blues, reggae, Latin and rock influences in their music. They had a very recognizable sound, due to their mix of harmonica, horns, guitar, bass, percussion, and vocals. WAR was initially formed in 1969 from a band called Nightshift to jam while Eric Burdon free-associated lyrics. They released two albums under Burdon's name, the first of which contained the hit Spill the Wine. Burdon left the group in 1971, and WAR had several major hits through the early to mid 1970s.
2. A Swedish black metal band that was formed by members of few bands including Dark Funeral, Hypocrisy and Ophthalamia. They released two albums and then changed their name to Total War. The compilation "We Are... Total War" (2001) consists of their two releases on one disc. (Check more on WAR (Swe))
3. A Polish black metal band, formed in 1993 and since split up. The band has released 4 albums and refuses to publish photographs of the members since their demo days. Lyrical themes include War, Misanthropy, Hatred and Anti-christianity.
4. Rumbling lo-fi synth/post-punk from Posh Isolation. Features Elias Rønnenfelt from Iceage and Loke Rahbek from Sexdrome.
5. An Italian thrash metal band.
6. A dark ambient/electronic band who released one album, Obedience, in 2002.
7. An unsigned American MC.
8. Jeremy
9. War is an alias of French drum and bass producer Samy Ponsar.
Leroy's Latin Lament
War Lyrics
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The way we feel might be in our minds,
Another time.
But I try to make them real.
When we speak without words and touch each other′s soul,
Are we whole?
We set no time for love refined,
It could pass our fingertips,
′Till our hearts are finished trying.
Oh, I long for your warmth.
Look back to that loving time we had
Tenemos much gusto, tenemos La Fiesta...
The lyrics of War's song Leroy's Latin Lament are introspective and emotional. The opening lines, "The dreams we share, the way we feel might be in our minds, another time. But I try to make them real," speaks about the hopes and desires that we all carry in our hearts. It talks about how we aspire for a better future and try to strive towards our goals. The lines "When we speak without words and touch each other's soul, are we whole?" highlights the importance of a deep emotional connection that two people share. It talks about how verbal communication is not always necessary to understand and connect with someone on a spiritual level.
The lines "We set no time for love refined, it could pass our fingertips, not noticed what's missed, 'til our hearts are finished trying" is a reflection on missed opportunities and regrets in life. It describes how sometimes, we don't realize the value of what we have until it's gone. It sheds light on the importance of appreciating and cherishing what we have in life before it's too late. The chorus "Oh, I long for your warmth. Look back to that loving time we had," expresses the longing for something that is now in the past and can never be recaptured.
Line by Line Meaning
The dreams we share,
The fantasies we imagine with someone we care about.
The way we feel might be in our minds,
Our emotions may stem from our thoughts rather than reality.
Another time.
Those feelings from a different era.
But I try to make them real.
Attempting to make them a part of this present time.
When we speak without words and touch each other's soul,
Communing beyond language, yet creating an intimate connection.
Are we whole?
Do these moments fulfill what's needed in our hearts?
We set no time for love refined,
We haven't designated a specific time for cultivating authentic affection.
It could pass our fingertips,
This kind of love may be fleeting.
Not noticed what's missed,
Not realizing what we had until it's gone.
'Till our hearts are finished trying.
We won't stop to take stock of our emotions until they burn out.
Oh, I long for your warmth.
Desiring the feeling that comes from an affectionate relationship.
Look back to that loving time we had
Reflecting on our past times of intense closeness.
Tenemos much gusto, tenemos La Fiesta...
We are having a party, and we feel great!
Writer(s): B.b. Dickerson, Charles Miller, Harold Brown, Howard E. Scott, Keri Oskar, Lee Oskar, Lonnie Jordan, Papa Dee Allen
Contributed by Vivian L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@lowriderbandfan
And you thought legendary, original harmonica player for WAR, LEE OSKAR, only played the harp. Here he is singing as well. Respect!
@brittlyle3523
Saw War coming through Orlando International Airport in '85 where I was working at the time. I recognized Lonnie and asked when they started touring again. He said "we never stopped". He then took my name and told me to stop by the "will call box" at the place that they were gigging. Went to the spot and sure enough, I had two tickets waiting for me there. Took my wife in and I sung every song, word for word for the whole show. Then got to go back stage to meet the great band WAR!!!! Thanks again , Lonnie......
@georgelucas7746
Fresno Calif 1979, outdoor concert on the campus of Fresno state. Tower Of Power opened for War, Lee Oskar played a 20 minute solo while the rest of the band took a break,when the rest of the band came back on stage he received a 15 minute standing ovation, the band could not start playing again until he came back on stage!
@malachiburris1835
I think Leroy's Latin Lament is some of WAR's best work and that is saying a lot.
@adriansanchez1957
La sombra de chicago
@JaimeMoreno-bq6yp
Incredible talent, the harmonica it's just amazing 🎹and the piano
@lowriderbandfan
Wishing the awesome Lee Oskar a most Happy 65th Birthday on March 24th. Thank you for keeping it real all these years with your OG WAR brothers, Harold Brown, Howard Scott, BB Dickerson, even without the WAR name you gentlemen made famous. That's the definition of brotherhood. Play on LOWRIDER BAND aka WAR to those in the know.
@yaadinon-fiction6181
This whole album is just classic
@melina2rl
I have this on vinyl..its amazing
@DukePwnem
You're amazing.