The band's first record, Fatboy (1992), established the band as a favorite of the same 1990s scene that became popular through bands such as the Dave Matthews Band, Phish, and Widespread Panic. moe. has toured with the 1997 Furthur Festival, appeared at Woodstock '99, have played in Central Park, were the opening band for The Allman Brothers and The Who, and performed at Radio City Music Hall on New Years Eve 2006 and 2007.
They also host the annual festival moe.down at Snow Ridge Ski Area in Turin, NY. Started in 2000, the festival runs for three days and occurs every Labor Day weekend. The festival has attracted a wide variety of musical talent. Acts range from newer bands just emerging onto the scene (such as Tea Leaf Green, Nellie McKay and Raq) to big name acts and jam rock staples, such as Les Claypool, Blues Traveler, and Mike Gordon (of Phish fame); to pop rock icons, such as Leo Kottke, The Flaming Lips, The Violent Femmes; and most recently, Perry Farrell. Each year, the amount of moe.down attendees has steadily increased. moe.down I attracted around 3,000 people while moe.down VI in 2005, had attracted close to 7,000.
During an interview, guitarist Al Schnier was asked to describe moe. for those who have never heard their music: "It's an amalgamation of a wide variety of the history of rock, all regurgitated and recycled through the eyes, ears, hands, whatever of the guys in our band and all of that with a sense of adventure, a sense of humor, also a constant desire to push the envelope. All in this arena of taking chances, improvising live, and making things up on the spot."
Their official site can be found at www.moe.org
RISE
moe. Lyrics
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Now that I know you do it so well
This is the end
What nonsense, darling
Why, I fixed you up last night, and I'll Do it again
Oh, no, now you must rest
And then, well, don't forget
All the lovely things we planned to do Today
It's your boy Betta
You already know it gets Betta
We back
Coming from the hard streets
Of the South Bronx
82 the year your boy got his start
My first year I'm looking death up
In his eyes, he knocked me down
A million times but still I rise
Pops had to leave
He couldn't get along with my moms
I never heard the truth I just knew
I was scared
And he came around every summer
And on graduation I had to choose
Go with him or my mother
And when I chose her that's when
I seen he was hurt
Trying to figure out why his only son Wouldn't put him first
Cause I was hurt too
And when moms said he left shit
Little nigha took it personal
Still I rise Still I rise Still I rise
I'm still alive
Life is always gonna bring you down
But you got to get back up and fight another round yeah
Still I rise Still I rise Still I rise
I'm still alive
Life is always gonna bring you down
But you got to get back up and fight another round
I watch the whole world panic
Thru a pandemic
Feeling invincible until I was caught Up in it
Doctors filled the room with paper
Work to sign
Who do we call just in case you Flatline?
My life is on the line
I'm fighting for what's mine
I'm crying to the Lord
God I ain't ready to die
I struggled to breathe
I feel she gone leave
I said a couple things and
Now she's mad at me
I'm gonna fight this with
God as my witness
Another chance at life
I'm praying for forgiveness
With all my sins
I pray that he listens
You still holding grudges
I'm glad you not Jesus
Still I rise Still I rise Still I rise
I'm still alive
Life is always gonna bring you down
But you got to get back up and fight another round yeah
Still I rise Still I rise Still I rise
I'm still alive
Life is always gonna bring you down
But you got to get back up and fight another round
The song "Rise" by moe. is a blend of two different genres. The first two stanzas of the song talk about a woman who is being fixed up and taken care of by her partner. The lines "Oh, you must yodel again for me, often, now that I know you do it so well," suggest a playful and intimate relationship between the two. However, the second half of the song shifts to a rap style and talks about the struggles of life and the determination to overcome them. The lyrics use personal anecdotes and adversity to inspire the listener to keep pushing forward.
The song tells a story of perseverance in the face of adversity. The rapper describes his struggles as a child and his relationship with his father. He also talks about his near-death experience during the pandemic and how it made him realize the value of his life. The lyrics convey a sense of hope and motivation, urging the listener to rise above their own struggles and continue fighting. The repeated phrase "Still I rise" reinforces the idea of resilience and the ability to overcome obstacles.
Overall, "Rise" is a powerful song with a strong message for listeners to keep fighting against the odds. It blends different genres and styles, creating a unique sound that complements the lyrics.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh, you must yodel again for me, often
Please share your unique talent with me frequently
Now that I know you do it so well
I appreciate and value your talent because you execute it exceptionally
This is the end
Something has concluded, and a new beginning is about to start
What nonsense, darling
I disagree with what you just said or did, my dear
Why, I fixed you up last night, and I'll Do it again
I helped you previously, and I'm willing to do it again if needed.
Oh, no, now you must rest
Take a break, relax and rejuvenate
And then, well, don't forget all the lovely things we planned to do Today
After resting, let's not forget all the exciting things we wanted to do today
Let's go It's your boy Betta You already know it gets Betta We back
Introducing a new phase or idea that things will get better, and we're back stronger than ever
Coming from the hard streets Of the South Bronx 82 the year your boy got his start
Recalling where the journey began, faced hardships but started from a particular year or age, implying a personal growth and development.
My first year I'm looking death up In his eyes, he knocked me down A million times but still, I rise
Reflecting on a difficult year where the person (singer) almost lost their life but kept getting back up (stood up), showing resilience and determination
Pops had to leave He couldn't get along with my moms I never heard the truth I just knew I was scared
Explaining a complex parental relationship that left the person with more questions than answers, feeling afraid and confused
And he came around every summer And on graduation I had to choose Go with him or my mother And when I chose her that's when I seen he was hurt Trying to figure out why his only son Wouldn't put him first Cause I was hurt too
Describing a challenging decision where the person had to choose between two parents, but it cost them their relationship with one, making them realize the other's pain and their own hurt
And when moms said he left shit Little nigha took it personal Still, I rise Still, I rise Still, I rise
Recalling a hurtful event regarding the father, which was taken personally, but still showing determination and strength by rising above it.
I'm still alive Life is always gonna bring you down But you got to get back up and fight another round yeah
Emphasizing that despite all the struggles and hardships, the person is still alive and that life will keep challenging, but it's essential to keep fighting and never give up.
I watch the whole world panic Thru a pandemic Feeling invincible until I was caught Up in it
Observing the world going through COVID-19, thinking they were untouchable until it directly affected them
Doctors filled the room with papers Work to sign Who do we call just in case you Flatline?
Describing the overwhelming feeling of dealing with paperwork and medical procedures while facing a potential life-threatening situation
My life is on the line I'm fighting for what's mine I'm crying to the Lord God I ain't ready to die
Realizing the seriousness of the situation and fighting for their life, pleading to God for help and not ready to give up
I struggled to breathe I feel she's gone leave I said a couple things, and Now she's mad at me I'm gonna fight this with God as my witness Another chance at life I'm praying for forgiveness
Describing a possible strained relationship with someone while struggling to breathe and realizing the seriousness of the situation, fighting with the help of God, and asking for a second chance with forgiveness
With all my sins I pray that he listens You still holding grudges I'm glad you not Jesus
Asking for forgiveness while acknowledging personal mistakes, hoping God hears their prayers while recognizing holding grudges is not helpful and grateful that the person is not Jesus.
Still I rise Still I rise Still I rise
Reinforce that no matter what challenges they face, they will rise above them
I'm still alive Life is always gonna bring you down But you got to get back up and fight another round yeah Still I rise Still I rise Still I rise I'm still alive Life is always gonna bring you down But you got to get back up and fight another round
Emphasizing the need to keep getting up and fighting even when life knocked you down, showing perseverance and determination
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Written by: Maurice Bowles
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