Mike Love - Permanent Holiday (HiSessions.com Acoustic Live!)

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    The last song from Mike Love features another great reggae song, "Permanent Holiday," where he shows off his amazing pedal skills.
    Percussion - Sam Ites
    See other videos from Mike Love's episode:
    Introduction: • HI*Sessions Episode 42...
    Penniless: • Mike Love - Penniless ...
    No Regrets: • Mike Love - No Regrets...
    Moving On: • Mike Love - Moving On ...
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  • @wilveale2122
    @wilveale2122 8 ปีที่แล้ว +665

    The bridge of this song should have won him a grammy. So unique and creative. Amazing.

    • @hdleney2
      @hdleney2 8 ปีที่แล้ว +36

      i fucking love the bridge and all my friends think this song is weird and make fun of me for especially liking the bridge haha. Glad someone else agrees. It's so unique and catchy!

    • @stickfigure27
      @stickfigure27 8 ปีที่แล้ว +39

      this whole song is on another level

    • @behappy6690
      @behappy6690 8 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      Totally, mostly shallow music makes it to the Grammy but songs that have true meaning don't seem to make it much.

    • @nuckfut420
      @nuckfut420 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      +Hannah Leney find new friends haha.

    • @brendansasquatch6109
      @brendansasquatch6109 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      +Kawehi Schaper suppress the truth

  • @TheDreadedRaider
    @TheDreadedRaider 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2924

    You don't find this video
    This finds you. One love

  • @buckshotkb3992
    @buckshotkb3992 หลายเดือนก่อน +43

    10 years later and I still come back to this song religiously

    • @DeanGoldbarry420
      @DeanGoldbarry420 14 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Dude... I play music and I honestly think this is single handlely the best constructid single my ears I have ever heard in my existence.
      And it only Two FUCKIN' Dudes.
      Yep!

  • @justinp1084
    @justinp1084 2 ปีที่แล้ว +486

    Dude on the drums deserves some serious respect as well. He almost gets forgotten in this masterpiece.

    • @bavarosmedellin7774
      @bavarosmedellin7774 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      El es sombroso

    • @bavarosmedellin7774
      @bavarosmedellin7774 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Asomándose por favor 🙏😜

    • @RIZKY0497X
      @RIZKY0497X ปีที่แล้ว +2

      hypnotizing Mikeee

    • @garszmusic
      @garszmusic 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      respect for the master of drums #justicefordudeofdrums

    • @ChotingAdventure
      @ChotingAdventure 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      sam that's my man

  • @lucasmontenegro8938
    @lucasmontenegro8938 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4058

    I don't know if everyone realizes how fucking amazing this is!!! Man, it's a great tune by itself, but seriously, can you realize how difficult this song is musically speaking? I consider myself a commiteted musician but I can tell that I not even close to the level of this guy. He sings in absolutely perfect pitch some odd melodies, do crazy octave jumps, record tons of overdubs live and not only is not static (and let's be fair, it would be acceptable because of all the concentration required to do all this stuff), but can still deliver a lot of emotion in his singing. Great tunes and and outstanding musician. I became an admirer.

    • @rickardoreid6620
      @rickardoreid6620 7 ปีที่แล้ว +153

      My thoughts exactly! I'm a musician myself and don't think the majority of people can grasp just how difficult it is to juggle all the effects and loop pedals he's using, and then to sing and play guitar the way he does. I get goose bumps watching this video every time, I'm honestly in awe of this dude!

    • @emilywright1846
      @emilywright1846 7 ปีที่แล้ว +43

      Check out tash Sultana :)

    • @TFOLLT
      @TFOLLT 7 ปีที่แล้ว +38

      Same here, also trying to make some songs, but this guy is amazing. I generally don't like reggae, but this song made my jaw drop. This here is some extreme musical multitasking, and wow, he's good at it. I don't care for the style or the lyrics or the message, Mike Love is just such a talented musician.

    • @fdpunchypops7814
      @fdpunchypops7814 7 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      It all about his damn fine layering. he's looping each component of the track then adds it to the layer, bringing in and taking out components to fit, sounds so amazing

    • @undonehuman5811
      @undonehuman5811 7 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      yes yes yes and yes!!!! omg this is so inspirational as a musician!

  • @sarahvgrey4669
    @sarahvgrey4669 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2286

    I just want to say that i found this song while 2 tabs into an acid trip 6 months ago and because of this songs message, I completely dropped my shopping addiction, stopped using cocaine, quit drinking, quit all my toxic friends, quit my social media addiction, and stopped eating nothing but fast food. I listen to this often to remind myself of what matters. We all know how to be happy, we just have a hard time applying it to our lives. I've never been happier and healthier. Thank you for the amazing music and powerful message, dude. Take back your knowledge, friends.

    • @udaymanivannan7301
      @udaymanivannan7301 5 ปีที่แล้ว +65

      Amazing transformation story, Sarah! I went through something similar after watching Into the Wild. 7 yrs down the line, I'm sitting at the top of my human experience, still evolving and learning. Let's carry this all the way.

    • @judiahhawley9789
      @judiahhawley9789 5 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      That's beautiful

    • @vincentivanmijares4473
      @vincentivanmijares4473 5 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      i fucking love it!

    • @veganmikedizzle4303
      @veganmikedizzle4303 5 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      It's amazing that I'm going through the same thing and I saw your comment. 😉🙌

    • @frolilapume2263
      @frolilapume2263 5 ปีที่แล้ว +59

      shouldn't quit the acid though

  • @jaymorganlao636
    @jaymorganlao636 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +26

    Still 2024 🔥

    • @sweetsarah6301
      @sweetsarah6301 18 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Still here too in 2024

    • @ryankottke8120
      @ryankottke8120 9 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

      🔥 until Babylon fall!

    • @blakemckean3901
      @blakemckean3901 วันที่ผ่านมา

      You bet. This and Babylon control will be in my forever playlist!

    • @dubsbitch24
      @dubsbitch24 16 ชั่วโมงที่ผ่านมา

      All day

  • @sfisomagoso5789
    @sfisomagoso5789 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +23

    As a black South African this hits really deep man Yoooohh!! The lyrics made me cry after full ten years, reggae music is the most revolutionary music ever!

    • @lucianowillemse8244
      @lucianowillemse8244 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Neh. I am a Namibian studying in South Africa. May humanity be free!

  • @metalheadblues
    @metalheadblues 8 ปีที่แล้ว +2625

    Came with zero expectations left with my mind blown. Amazing.

    • @mahichox
      @mahichox 8 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      +metalheadblues yeah dude, me too

    • @effeerre7592
      @effeerre7592 8 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      +metalheadblues exact same situation here. perfectly said. thanks.

    • @EQ2snorkle
      @EQ2snorkle 8 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      +metalheadblues Same here :)

    • @alinaperez1795
      @alinaperez1795 8 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      welp...o.o

    • @4GabeArellano
      @4GabeArellano 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      +metalheadblues dude...

  • @BangTango
    @BangTango 9 ปีที่แล้ว +304

    This. Is. Amazing. Totally. Mind. Blown. He is taking reggae to another level with this song. I mean technically, it's insane. That splitting up words into small snippets were too much to comprehend, hehe. Wow.
    Not the biggest reggae listener but this man might change my views upon the genre. And no, please do not hate on me, I might hype it too much, but yeah... this is THAT good.

    • @TheFinnmacool
      @TheFinnmacool 9 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      BangTango Agree. You might also enjoy Reggie Watts: watch?v=UXyHf_SpUUI

    • @nwadcocoproductions3468
      @nwadcocoproductions3468 9 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Agree too is realy Amazing

    • @user-tr6xx5pi8f
      @user-tr6xx5pi8f 9 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      BangTango Agreed! Those small snippets are called syllables, by the way ;)

    • @pmoyer50
      @pmoyer50 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      BangTango My bad! At first I thought Mike Love of the Beach Boys was behind this. I'm not a big fan of reggae either save for some songs of Bob Marley.

    • @mackyd955
      @mackyd955 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +BangTango I thought you were talking it up. "the snippets" were .....WOW, AMAZEBALLS!!!

  • @Jimpansee
    @Jimpansee ปีที่แล้ว +117

    This song, lyrics and meaning are so important to me that I will have ‘permanent holiday’ tattooed on my arm very soon. Just want a constant reminder to never kneel and never be a pawn of society. Thank you Mike and blessings for everyone. ❤

    • @luismanuelcasadomartin7817
      @luismanuelcasadomartin7817 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Esto si vale

    • @based3052
      @based3052 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      That's the most cringe in a comment possible.

    • @Kali_Yugahhhh
      @Kali_Yugahhhh ปีที่แล้ว +2

      ❤ never forget your power

    • @klemenator
      @klemenator ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@based3052 based based cringe based cringe based based bringe bringe

    • @Atomic_Acorn969
      @Atomic_Acorn969 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@based3052 I cringed so hard dude, you wouldn't believe it dude, I cringed, everything's so cringe. But I don't realize that I'm very insecure about my own self and my own identity, so when I say something else is cringe it's because I'm experiencing secondhand embarrassment because I put myself in their situation, because I have a lot of empathy because overall I'm a very sensitive kid. But when I feel real emotions I wanna fight that off because I don't want to feel like I'm a good person! But deep down I really am because maybe, maybe, there's an intrinsic value to who I am bro, not just because my cock is huge, but because I'm a human being who has good morals. But fuck all that bro! Let's watch the cringe compilations broooo!

  • @caioleal6177
    @caioleal6177 ปีที่แล้ว +98

    I had the opportunity to see this guy live... it was one of the most amazing musical experiences i ever had.

    • @TeslasTeaParty
      @TeslasTeaParty ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm seeing him in a few weeks in London! I already know that the planets will align and this will be a life affirming night for me!.. I'm so looking forward to this! 😁

    • @jlon1066
      @jlon1066 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Years ago, I saw one of his first few shows on the mainland and he played this live (no percussionist). I had never heard anything like it. We were freaking out at what he created all alone on stage, 🤯 looking around at each other like - are you hearing what I’m hearing? Did he just do that?

    • @jacobhobson6971
      @jacobhobson6971 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I saw him about 4 years ago in Brisbane, was fucking phenomenal

    • @felipesoares9150
      @felipesoares9150 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Foi no encontro das tribos? Não me perdoo até hoje por não ter ido

    • @veronicam5383
      @veronicam5383 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I saw him in Phoenix but he was the opener for a Hawaiian band. Nobody seemed to know him (I didn't know the headliner either) and everyone started screaming during the looping part :( then it was in the recording so every loop had idiots screaming CHEEEE HOOOOO. The disrespect was painful since Mike's music means so very much to me! I got to meet him after his set though!

  • @Steve-ec6ed
    @Steve-ec6ed 4 ปีที่แล้ว +931

    man, I may be 7 years late to the party but I'm so glad I found this.

    • @nicholasstein9204
      @nicholasstein9204 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Dude, I love the pic!

    • @franciscarojo7131
      @franciscarojo7131 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      I know that feel, love this shit
      Good vibes from chile🖤

    • @scottyben191
      @scottyben191 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Same. Take back the knowledge, take back the power!

    • @JERMTB
      @JERMTB 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      same here

    • @chookmusk3015
      @chookmusk3015 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Second that bro it's a fucking master piece

  • @chadmiller5702
    @chadmiller5702 9 ปีที่แล้ว +63

    I won’t be manipulated, mind-controlled and inundated,
    I will seek the revelation, make my life a celebration.
    I’m gonna be the change I’m seeking, manifest the words I’m speaking
    I refuse to be imprisoned I will make my own decisions
    so much love for this dude.

  • @allangaldino7550
    @allangaldino7550 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +72

    10 anos depois dessa pedra, eu ainda venho aqui. mto foda

    • @android7935
      @android7935 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      Não dá pra cansar disso não mano. Essa música é uma obra prima. Slc

    • @uellitoncaxias4651
      @uellitoncaxias4651 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Eu ouço quase que diariamente

    • @atillaramos
      @atillaramos 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Eu tbm. E cada vez que eu volto aqui pra ouvir, ela me dá um insight e uma reflexão, uma reflexão e uma inspiração diferente.

    • @user-on9fp8mi1w
      @user-on9fp8mi1w หลายเดือนก่อน

      ❤❤

  • @MrPeterMerkin
    @MrPeterMerkin 2 ปีที่แล้ว +91

    This brings tears to my eyes in this day and age (March 2022). Been a long time since I've listened to this and today it rings more true than ever. Don't let this be our final hour.

    • @turquoisetorrent7679
      @turquoisetorrent7679 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      gang gang brother

    • @dbass4973
      @dbass4973 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      could not put it better

    • @turd.burglartrufax4206
      @turd.burglartrufax4206 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      More than ever we need to spread the message of love and kindness. Like warriors, we don’t have the luxury of laying down and giving up. We have to fight back with the most powerful weapons we have. Our numbers. Our minds. And our love for each other. We will persevere. Love conquers all.

    • @jonnycomelately8095
      @jonnycomelately8095 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      THE GREAT AWAKENING IS UPON US WHICH WILL LEAD TO THE GREAT REVIVAL ‼️ NOTHING can stop what IS Coming.⚖️
      MYSTRY BABYLON vatican churchofsatan IS FALLEN IS FALLEN JUST HAPPENED-REV 17-18
      650 C-130 cargo planes Full Gold 46.4 Quintillion BACK TO THE PEOPLE 🎯 Quantum Financial System Nesarâ Gesara INCOMING 📨

  • @maxgerhard4797
    @maxgerhard4797 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3453

    putting an add in the middle of this is a crime

    • @87isbmw
      @87isbmw 3 ปีที่แล้ว +95

      Wasn't there the last time I watched but it was this time, fuck youtube! They're gonna put ads for every some now too they just announced, even the underground stuff. Nothing is sacred.

    • @87isbmw
      @87isbmw 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      @@michaelsclark Is that a different browser app? I'm using the youtube app

    • @Nykstudio
      @Nykstudio 3 ปีที่แล้ว +25

      mans gatta eat ;)

    • @danydesconocido
      @danydesconocido 3 ปีที่แล้ว +44

      Just put the song at the end and restart it, it will go away

    • @recovery116
      @recovery116 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I was about to reply for no ads myself..

  • @Riddimental
    @Riddimental 3 ปีที่แล้ว +385

    Every time i listen to this song, i still get impressed by how he makes that PERFECT 3 parts loops, it’s already dificult to match a single 8 time loop, now he splits in 8/3 and does it in one shot, man im just astonished

    • @danielwitham1791
      @danielwitham1791 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      🐐

    • @sami-9233
      @sami-9233 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@danielwitham1791 What?

    • @vlaskz
      @vlaskz 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Technical comment approved.

    • @samiloul2878
      @samiloul2878 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@sami-9233 it's an acronym for Greatest Of All Time

    • @viermedepamant
      @viermedepamant 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      What loops are you referring to?

  • @andrewfriday2051
    @andrewfriday2051 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    A friend showed this to me years ago and I doubt I will ever stop coming back to it and share it every time. I LOVE THIS PIECE OF ART !!!

  • @nitobax8755
    @nitobax8755 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    Some humans will never recognize or understand the amount of hours of practice needed to reach this level of guitar skill and voice harmony, also the percussionist plays fire 🔥.

  • @CosmicWaltz7
    @CosmicWaltz7 3 ปีที่แล้ว +671

    Sam Ites on percussion doesn't get as much credit next to Mike Love, but he did an amazing job, too. It's easy to mess up a piece with the wrong percussion. Excellent minimal use of snare and cymbals for accent, his hand percussion is on point, and he provides a second voice in the right spots while keeping the beat. Credit where due.

    • @DeltaSirJaxon09
      @DeltaSirJaxon09 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Yes! Sam is the stuffffff 🤩

    • @cosmicdustparticle7481
      @cosmicdustparticle7481 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      one million percent. been coming back to this gem over and over again. I remember when it had a few thousand views. 31 million now. well deserved !!
      its hard to explain how I felt listening to this music then. so much hope and energy. seems like humanity got knocked back a peg or two since then. we have so much work to do...

    • @jodyepps3660
      @jodyepps3660 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Respect, seen.

    • @daninoelani
      @daninoelani 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Legit 🤙🏼 Sam is amazing! A true Mike Love fan is also a huge Sam Ites fan as well 😁❤ love these guys!

    • @mountain-roots
      @mountain-roots 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Sam gets down! Plays with lots of people, wonderfully. Tavan and Paul Isaac, he has added his killer too, great musician!

  • @zippylettuce2902
    @zippylettuce2902 2 ปีที่แล้ว +365

    Good to see that even after 7 years people are still listening to it and enjoying as It's a really good song

    • @Phuckbox
      @Phuckbox 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      This song is going to be timeless. His song babylon control is also top notch! I recommend that you give that one a listen too

    • @seanmalony953
      @seanmalony953 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Its perennially amazing

    • @aLuna42
      @aLuna42 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      This song is never gonna leave my playlist, it’s really timeless

    • @drummeruk4044
      @drummeruk4044 ปีที่แล้ว

      That's because it's still relevant! We still haven't taken back our power! We still get our knowledge from mainstream parasites! This song will remind the future generation of the freedom we once had! The NWO is coming! Cherish these moments because they will eventually be taken from you! Speak out of line and you will be punished! Keep paying your taxes to fund wars that nobody wants and line the pockets of the minority that continue to tell us how to live our lives! When will we say enough is enough! Billions are treated like sheep and not like an intelligent lifeform that exists because of this beautiful planet! Look at all the brain-dead zombies chasing money! These parasites are killing you, your family and life as we know it, all because they are told that money is why they are here! The collapse needs to happen! Watch all the weak get what they deserve! Watch them beg for something they neglected! Money isn't natural but so many blindly worship it! They choose an ideology over the gift of life! I'm trying not to get angry! Fight fire with fire and we all get burnt! Money is a religion! Look at us! What a pathetic waste of life! There is nothing more important than the gift of life! Now look at us! Mike love is bringing us back to our roots!

    • @zinnystudio96
      @zinnystudio96 ปีที่แล้ว

      Untill now 👌

  • @IpokeSmot420
    @IpokeSmot420 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    I still listen to this video at least once a week. Such a great tune.

    • @russelllukenbill
      @russelllukenbill ปีที่แล้ว

      I smoked a pot once, I may have inhaled. 😮

  • @50shadesofgandalfthegrey
    @50shadesofgandalfthegrey ปีที่แล้ว +37

    This is one of those things that makes me realize that being a musician REALLY takes a TON of patience. I can't imagine how many takes this needed to get perfect.

    • @althealovengrace7773
      @althealovengrace7773 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      yea, but the lyrics and meaning with his attitude is just the best thing we've ever been tipped with.. bro this is just soul jerking. Be sure to watch it with lyrics lol

    • @CH-jq9su
      @CH-jq9su 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      One take for sure

    • @leoedmunson9713
      @leoedmunson9713 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      One take, I think, based on the small timing imperfections. Surely took a lot of practice though.

  • @esambeirouty1519
    @esambeirouty1519 8 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    quit my job and started my own thing after listening to this song in one week.... best thing that ever happen to me ! thanks mike

    • @yannickvincent273
      @yannickvincent273 8 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I did the same... :)

    • @MrRoka4200
      @MrRoka4200 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      i think im gonna go for it......amazing that a song can make you re-think EVERYTHING!!!!!.....mike u da man

  • @metacortex_io
    @metacortex_io 2 ปีที่แล้ว +369

    This is one of the most powerful things I have ever heard. I’m traveling through Costa Rica and Mike is the soundtrack for my journey. This talent is a gift from God.

    • @carlosandreselizondorojas5542
      @carlosandreselizondorojas5542 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      A man of culture, cheers from Costa Rica, enjoy 😎

    • @turquoisetorrent7679
      @turquoisetorrent7679 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      yes it's super powerful. I always come back to him

    • @horchataprincess3287
      @horchataprincess3287 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That sounds amazing

    • @TheTurkishWarlord
      @TheTurkishWarlord ปีที่แล้ว +3

      you spelled Jah wrong. And its not a gift, its the result of incredible creativity, resilience and love. I hope you had a great trip to CR, Peace!

    • @DonTronFlex
      @DonTronFlex 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Man I love this. I had him bumping my whole time in Jaco Costa Rica

  • @SuperEagle112
    @SuperEagle112 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I enjoy showing people many hidden gems on TH-cam. The best is when people proclaim their love for reggae but have not seen this…

  • @ray_chillll
    @ray_chillll 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +15

    Discovered this dude last weekend as he was the opener for another artist I went to see and was completely blown away - Mike Love is an absolute genius, you must see him live!!! Such a powerful message he spreads

    • @MattandKatie
      @MattandKatie 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      saw him opening for Kolohe Kai in Irvine! was absolutely wild!

  • @GreatNegus
    @GreatNegus 7 ปีที่แล้ว +454

    Jesus, at first I thought he was just throwing random words together, but then it all hit me what he was saying and I was literally like "OHHHHHHHHHHHH".
    This shit is on another level.

    • @DJCNK97
      @DJCNK97 6 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Same!! Im speechless now

    • @extorter
      @extorter 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      dude so gnar...took me a min to realize to, then i came across your comment lol

    • @silthrenhaessly4086
      @silthrenhaessly4086 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      At first I was like, what in the world is going on? Then mind blown, what an amazingly well thought out song. Mike Love is a legend and an inspiration.

    • @natel9019
      @natel9019 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I say him live. I was at a big show and some random dude made me swear to him on all things good that i will go watch the Mike Love show , the rest is history!

    • @magicbeanie147
      @magicbeanie147 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thats not Jesus.

  • @officialstonecali2565
    @officialstonecali2565 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2322

    Anybody still listening to this in 2020?

    • @sundancekidd1550
      @sundancekidd1550 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Official StoneCali damm skippy!

    • @n3xhm3d1n
      @n3xhm3d1n 4 ปีที่แล้ว +33

      Gonna listen in a year 3000. Who brainless gave thumb down? Bsbylon

    • @jgold6437
      @jgold6437 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Yah Man!! I'm driving out of the Blue Mountains.. Down to the Beach with GF and friends in Jamaica.. Feeling the VIBES... Taking a break from the Ganja Farms and Melting some JGOLD STANDARD HASHISH as I goooo

    • @BagOCheetos
      @BagOCheetos 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Of course. Sending dem good vibes from Rhode Island, USA.

    • @purrrtygirrrlrabbie5402
      @purrrtygirrrlrabbie5402 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I do!!!

  • @user-lv7ss5rt3k
    @user-lv7ss5rt3k ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Breaking down the sentences into sections, adding little by little to form the chorus 🔥 GENIUS

  • @doornumb
    @doornumb ปีที่แล้ว +21

    The lyrics, the melodies, the beats, the vocals, the skill, the song and everything are perfect!

  • @eardrumbuzzer4672
    @eardrumbuzzer4672 8 ปีที่แล้ว +104

    This is freaking awesome! I had never heard of this guy or his music before tonight. I just stumbled upon it. I don't even recall how I got here. How does this guy sing these impossible parts? His voice jumps a perfect octave, then he lands back where he started, over and over again. I've never heard this technique before!!! I'm a new fanatic!

    • @alejandrocardona4127
      @alejandrocardona4127 8 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      yeahh its awesome

    • @Baha2490
      @Baha2490 8 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Are you talking about his hiccups when catching breath? Pretty sure it's not technique and it's certainly not an octave to the previous note =)

    • @Wolfensteinxp1
      @Wolfensteinxp1 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      He's looped each part, if you mean at 4:27, he does each syllable of each word

    • @id10tcertified
      @id10tcertified 7 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      He's on the dex dialing the loops in with his feet pmsl...

    • @suizidschlumpf5425
      @suizidschlumpf5425 7 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      This happens when you really feel the music that you create. This is so fucking authentic. In his venes runs chords and feeling not more, its stunning. I hope He earn Money with his music.

  • @NyanLama459
    @NyanLama459 5 ปีที่แล้ว +137

    My man on the drums is insanely talented too. Ain't no man carrying this team.

    • @samites2642
      @samites2642 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      William 🙏🏽

    • @carmenl884
      @carmenl884 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      So amazing!! Both of them ❤❤

    • @recepciontorremolinomoreli6239
      @recepciontorremolinomoreli6239 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@carmenl884 i thought it was liam neeson :)

    • @tbaker4171
      @tbaker4171 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sam!

    • @anunaadShastri
      @anunaadShastri 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@recepciontorremolinomoreli6239 really? Looked like homeless Shia LaBeouf earlier. 😂

  • @zatoichihanzo9167
    @zatoichihanzo9167 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I won't be manipulated
    Mind-controlled and inundated
    I will seek the revelation
    Make my life a celebration
    I'm gonna be the change I'm seeking
    Manifest the words I'm speaking
    I refuse to be imprisoned
    I will make my own decisions

  • @bjmpmalapatandistrictjail8678
    @bjmpmalapatandistrictjail8678 2 ปีที่แล้ว +102

    Oh, Lord I'm on a permanent holiday
    I'm going outside to play
    I ain't gonna slave away
    Not for no corporate Babylon
    I'm never gonna be a pawn
    In their manipulation games
    Oh, Lord I'm taking the reins
    I'm breaking the chains
    I'm never gonna kneel, no way
    My prophet is Heaven sent
    No preacher or president can lead I astray
    They'll never know
    I'm taking Jah highway home
    Oh, I've got my own path to follow
    Don't know if you'll overstand
    I've got my, my, my own truth to swallow
    And you know that if I could
    You know I would throw my guitar on my back
    Pick up the slack, and leave here tomorrow
    But I know that I am a pawn of Babylon
    I got to face the facts, embrace the ax
    And cut these chains off my sorrow
    So I'm on a permanent holiday
    I'm going outside to play
    I ain't gonna slave away, no
    Not for no corporate babylon
    I'm never gonna be a pawn
    In their manipulation games
    Ten thousand years of captivity
    We must eventually open up our eyes and see
    They're manipulating we with so much uncertainty
    And so many mysteries
    Why are so few questioning the unnatural state of things?
    It's a nightmare
    We're living in a nightmar
    Everyone's living so scared
    They're virtually unaware
    Of this fear that rules their lives
    Occupies, consumes their minds
    This fear of bankruptcy
    Financial impotancy
    It's funny money, money, money
    It's all this digital currency, woah, yeah
    It's all this monopoly money
    That keeps us from ever being free, ooh-oh-yaeh
    And so it seems we'll be in this prison for life
    'Cause if we keep buying then they'll keep selling the lie
    So it's up to I and I
    I... nip..., mind... and...
    I... Rev..., make... cel...
    I... change... man... words...
    I... be...
    I... own...
    I... (be) nip...(late), mind... and...
    I... (seek) Rev... (lation), make... (life) cel... (bration)
    I... (be) change... (seeking) man... (fast) words... (speak)
    I... (fuse) be... (prisioned)
    I... (make) own... (cisions)
    I (won't be) manip... (ulated), mind (controlled) and in... (undated)
    I (will seek) the reve... (lation), make (my life) a cele... (bration)
    I (will be) the change (I'm seeking), mani... (fest) the words (I'm speaking)
    I (refuse) to be (imprisoned) I (will make) my own (decisions)
    Oh, Lord
    I won't be manipulated
    Mind-controlled and inundated
    I will seek the revelation
    Make my life a celebration
    I'm gonna be the change I'm seeking
    Manifest the words I'm speaking
    I refuse to be imprisoned
    I will make my own decisions
    I'm on a permanent holiday
    I'm going outside to play
    I ain't gonna slave away, no
    Not for no corporate babylon
    I'm never gonna be a pawn
    In their manipulation games
    Oh Lord, I'm taking the reins
    I'm breaking the chains
    I'm never gonna kneel, no way
    My prophet is Heaven sent
    No preacher or president can lead I astray
    We'll never know
    I'm taking Jah highway home
    Ooh, I'll never go astray with na-na-na...
    I'm leaving the past
    And forwarding fast
    'Cause freedom is here to stay
    Oh, Lord we got to take back the knowledge
    We got to take back the power
    We got to take back the knowledge
    We got to take back the power, oh-yeah
    We got to take back the knowledge
    To take back the power
    Take back what they have stolen from our hearts
    And we got to take back the esoteric knowledge
    Oh, Lord for too long they've been keeping us apart
    Oh yes, we got to take back the knowledge
    Take back the power
    Humanity don't let this be our final hour
    Take back the knowledge
    Take back the power
    Humanity don't let this be our final hour
    We got to take back the knowledge
    Take back the power
    Humanity don't let this be our final hour
    Take back the knowledge
    Take back the power
    Humanity don't let this be our final hour
    Take back the knowledge
    Take back the power
    Humanity don't let this be our final hour
    Take back the knowledge
    Take back the power
    Humanity don't let this be our final hour
    Take back the knowledge
    Take back the power
    Humanity don't let this be our final hour
    Take back the knowledge
    Take back the power
    Humanity don't let this be our final hour
    We got take back the knowledge
    Take back the power

    • @Freethecommons
      @Freethecommons ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Trump 2024!

    • @georgeofhamilton
      @georgeofhamilton ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Take back the knowledge
      Take back the ’Bama

    • @majamaryla397
      @majamaryla397 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Wooow! Lyrics masterpieces!!!!

    • @user-vo2cw5yu9w
      @user-vo2cw5yu9w 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@Freethecommons not in a million years

    • @LemonySnicket-EUC
      @LemonySnicket-EUC 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Better pack your bags then. ​@@user-vo2cw5yu9w

  • @hhgreghhgreg4535
    @hhgreghhgreg4535 7 ปีที่แล้ว +138

    the dexterity of this man's toes must be at the top level of mastery

  • @DnielleCabrera
    @DnielleCabrera 8 ปีที่แล้ว +265

    i dont understand how someone could vote with thump down?????? This is a master piece!!!!

    • @modcore6425
      @modcore6425 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      jealous people wont ever agree

    • @gr8fulheads869
      @gr8fulheads869 8 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      we may have to consider the amount of us here that may be "quite relaxed" and accidentally clicking the thumbs down without realizing it due to the thick fog in our brains. hahaha cheers!

    • @pixydodo
      @pixydodo 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      Petty Humans... They need Love nd Healing... They have all gone astray...

    • @photogramistic
      @photogramistic 8 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Maybe because of the BABYLON samplers and the Fake rastafari look...or maybe the abuse of the technology or maybe because of the fancy background...i dont know..

    • @pixydodo
      @pixydodo 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      Makus Dhy I appreciate your choice of words and thoughts... Wont suffice...

  • @stinaborrazas9427
    @stinaborrazas9427 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    I know the more we listen, the more we enjoy our lives and the more proceeds will go where they need to go. Everyday I'm going to listen knowing the impact this soul's sound. Thank you for for bringing me the sound of my life.

  • @clarissamcdonald
    @clarissamcdonald 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    I chant the middle part of this song as a mantra most days...but man, I needed to feel it in all its vibrations today apparently, got me leaking like sieve just as it did my first time hearing it. The lyrics are as deep and heavy with relevance as they were 13 years ago...that's encouraging in itself, we made it then, we're gonna make it again. Thank you, Mike Love, your lyrics are a beacon of light helping guide me through the darkness.
    I wont be manipulated, mind controlled or inundated, I will seek the revelation, make my life a celebration, I will be the change I'm seeking, manifest the words I'm speaking. I refuse to be imprisoned, I will make my own decisions..
    What a blessing these words have been, much love!

  • @coreyharper9163
    @coreyharper9163 2 ปีที่แล้ว +59

    I saw him do this live 3 times... he does it just as well. One was a solo show and he did a bunch of songs with his looper. Just amazing. I met him and gave him a big hug twice during the festival. He walked around with his band and talked to everyone. He spent nearly 2 hours after his show meeting and taking time to talk to everyone that wanted to meet him, got pictures with him and his band. Just truly an amazing person. Mike Love is a real dude with healing intentions

  • @coreyogles2664
    @coreyogles2664 8 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    Acoustic rebellion delivered in sonic waves spreading deep down into your consciousness. What more could you want out of a song?

    • @amordemh3664
      @amordemh3664 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      exactly

    • @jesushimself00
      @jesushimself00 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      musicians playing instruments.. what a concept

  • @brennotogeiro
    @brennotogeiro ปีที่แล้ว +21

    9 anos assistindo a essa obra pelo menos uma vez por semana, chapado ou não, é possível compreender o quanto o mike não só ama a música, ele vive a música! É algo natural que se propaga dele, todo o controle no loop, instrumento, vocal, essa é de fato uma obra de arte a ser contemplada para todo o sempre! Obrigado Mike e Sam por me proporcionarem 9 anos de calmaria e bons momentos providos com essa música atemporal!

    • @caioaco1493
      @caioaco1493 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Já vi que que se somar eu e vc deve dar metade das visualizações do video.

    • @brennotogeiro
      @brennotogeiro ปีที่แล้ว

      @@caioaco1493 hahahahahaha deve ser bem por aí!!!

    • @W17714N
      @W17714N ปีที่แล้ว +1

      no Brasil, é só nós kk Rapaz, nunca vi um cantor de reggae com tanto talento e tecnica igual esse cara!

    • @jhonnmassay4606
      @jhonnmassay4606 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      O Mike deve ter muitos fãs pelo Brasil kkkkkk

  • @lobbymc_
    @lobbymc_ ปีที่แล้ว +22

    Simplesmente incrível!! Como o TH-cam pôde me recomentar este vídeo somente 9 anos depois? Estou impressionado e muito feliz em ouvir essa sessão de alta qualidade!!!

  • @okashi10
    @okashi10 8 ปีที่แล้ว +51

    The layering at the end is pretty damn cool, but can we all just take a minute to appreciate how good his voice is? Duuudr

    • @rcstringers
      @rcstringers 8 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      +okashi10 damn straight, his vocals are amazing

  • @thecode9082
    @thecode9082 7 ปีที่แล้ว +51

    Put your headphones on, close your eyes, enjoy the moment and give thanks to the universe for this Masterpiece.

    • @tbaker4171
      @tbaker4171 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      The CODE, but I can't stop watching what they're doing! It's amazing!

    • @edwardhiggins7914
      @edwardhiggins7914 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Heard it once and it became my anthem

    • @panchobustos6587
      @panchobustos6587 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      word up bro from Chile!

  • @chandlerthompson2488
    @chandlerthompson2488 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    This song saved my life and helped me learn to spread love. Thank you Mike, hope to see you at Pyro Fest in Ohio soon. This year is Wookieefoot but they’ll hear you thru my car

  • @chilangua
    @chilangua 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    How do you even play, sing and hit all the pedals at the right time, and sound so in timing with everything.... what a fantastic musician

  • @cocokori
    @cocokori 10 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    Why so much hate on such a talented, inspiring, amazingly positive piece of music?! It practically radiates love. Who even are you people?? I can't with negative humans. Do yourself a favor and don't read the comments!!

    • @Fikmonskov
      @Fikmonskov 10 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Just because he plays reggae doesn't make him "radiate love", that's the stupidest "cliché" I ever read...

    • @paulthompson7331
      @paulthompson7331 10 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      RADIATES love??????.....hmmmmm....why the hell not??!!!....if thats how u felt about this song - thats good enuf for me - it has a positive message underlined in all that mash of melodic harmonies and rhythmic beats....it made me tap my FEET :D

    • @ibirlem
      @ibirlem 10 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Good point. Sad, lonely people comment in the TH-cam wasteland with sarcasm, negativity, and anger to get others to join their downer state. Be positive folks, stop trolling and lift yourselves up.

    • @last808
      @last808 10 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Because people who are different are bad. Remember, hate anyone who doesn't support the status quo.

    • @XzmazX
      @XzmazX 9 ปีที่แล้ว

      your fucking gorgeous girl!

  • @alinegomesbatista8160
    @alinegomesbatista8160 3 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    2000 times I watch,2000 times I wanna say THATS A MUSICAL GENIUS, RIGHT HERE.

    • @beardedtits
      @beardedtits 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      its pretty fucking good isnt it?

    • @alinegomesbatista8160
      @alinegomesbatista8160 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@beardedtits its fucking GREAT. 6:10 ... I always find myself just staring at the scrren and thinking HOOOWW? Gotta be a genius to do that

  • @captaincapsicum6883
    @captaincapsicum6883 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I met mike and a bunch of dudes he plays with about 6 or 7 years ago and ill tell you now, best people youll ever meet. Big love brother

  • @omargerardo5457
    @omargerardo5457 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I've opened up for Mike love a few times and these guys are gentleman, such respectful musicians what a pleasure to share the stage with them.

  • @heidivaarala9303
    @heidivaarala9303 5 ปีที่แล้ว +70

    I literally fell off the chair when the syllable build up part started making sense. I mean LITERALLY FELL ON THE FLOOR. Whaaaat. This guy is over the top. Mad respect

  • @hoeueugreenwell3680
    @hoeueugreenwell3680 9 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Man I don't understand how anyone could hate on this or Mike Love.

    • @rastarfareye1489
      @rastarfareye1489 9 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      Ignore them. We are all one so whoever hates just hates themselves

    • @bimblenw
      @bimblenw 9 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hoeueu Greenwell I think most of the hate you see online is for Mike Love from The Beach Boys. There is some serious vitriol for that guy on the Internet.

    • @Parabuilding
      @Parabuilding 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Mike Love 2018.04.28 Fox Theatre Boulder, CO (Good News)
      th-cam.com/video/LBsN8c9Quqo/w-d-xo.html

  • @devin420blowin
    @devin420blowin ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Lyrics are incredible
    Truly a masterpiece

  • @IpokeSmot420
    @IpokeSmot420 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Still one of my weekly plays. More relevant today than ever.

  • @davidnangle7735
    @davidnangle7735 6 ปีที่แล้ว +133

    im a metal head and only recently saw this and the way he works the chaos pad and the vocals intertwined makes this man a legend in my book

    • @mgonzalez8880
      @mgonzalez8880 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Same here brotha this man is nothing short of incredible...

    • @makagagowazzzup7943
      @makagagowazzzup7943 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Me too man

  • @fridgy.
    @fridgy. 7 ปีที่แล้ว +127

    i was never drawn into this genera of music but i would be lying if i said this wasn't my 17th time watching this

  • @robertoverall7422
    @robertoverall7422 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Saw this preformed live and I have to say Mike is by far on the most talented people in the industry today and with meaningful lyrics and can just feel the love he exuberates!

  • @Miss_Pinochle
    @Miss_Pinochle ปีที่แล้ว +6

    This is my revolution song. I play it for my husband, his response was an epiphany for this loyal loving wife .
    He took it personally as if I was confrontational in his direction… I allow that perspective to BE. 😮
    I accepted his desire to have my power.
    🙈🙉🙊 honestly being respectful of my power would have made it his. I SWERVED 🤓❤️‍🔥

  • @Islandmamamel
    @Islandmamamel 7 ปีที่แล้ว +251

    A thousand people thought the dislike button meant "dis I like" 🤗 it's ALLright man! we forgive you ❤️

    • @alykassir5257
      @alykassir5257 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      👍💚

    • @HYLOBRO
      @HYLOBRO 7 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      God that old joke hurt my soul

    • @iLLixer
      @iLLixer 7 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Dis. I. Like..... really?

    • @yerlinherrera6669
      @yerlinherrera6669 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Dillon Jenings jpggllllllpo

    • @jjptech
      @jjptech 7 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      nop, they thought it was a Download button

  • @Infinite.Freefall
    @Infinite.Freefall 9 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Amazing, talented performers. Fantastic performance; top quality song and a really important message... I can't help but notice the irony of a guy singing about being on a permanent holiday and eschewing money, but performing with equipment worth thousands of dollars in a plush apartment on a Persian rug... How do you propose we get those pedals and drums if we stop buying... ??? Nevertheless, great music, very powerful and inspirational tunes. Keep it up Mike Love and accompanying drummer.

    • @dannymagee8202
      @dannymagee8202 9 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      The place isn't his; he was invited there to perform a set. The place was rented by Hi-Sessions.
      He doesn't have a day job. All his equipment will have been bought using the money he's earned from performing and selling his own art. Yes, money's still involved, but it's not wage slavery if you enjoy what you do.
      Lastly, he's not saying to stop buying; he's saying to stop working in a job you don't enjoy where you live for the one week a year when you get to go on holiday.
      The best advice I've ever been given was to do only that which I enjoy and stubbornly refuse to do anything else. Personally, it's worked out pretty well.
      Anyway, glad you enjoyed the video too. My mind is blown by how good this is!

    • @justdontgiveafukk
      @justdontgiveafukk 9 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Dan Paveley Thanks for that insight. Duly noted.

    • @OllyKilo
      @OllyKilo 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Also you know, about the money. You have to sometimes use the tools of the oppressor of they're the only tools available.

  • @ImmoRtal-ov9hy
    @ImmoRtal-ov9hy 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

    still listening until now 2024

  • @scottjeffries6047
    @scottjeffries6047 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I could listen to the instrumental version of this alone on repeat, but then the lyrics come and I’m totally blown away. Same goes for like five or six other songs by this guy (so far). This is some of the best music I’ve heard in awhile imo.

  • @isrraelkumiko8214
    @isrraelkumiko8214 7 ปีที่แล้ว +51

    I'm not into reggae but I found this profoundly satisfying to listen. Thanks it's a jewel.

  • @aljaytadeo6715
    @aljaytadeo6715 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1051

    Quarantine day, permanent holiday feels 😅

    • @looppooper2306
      @looppooper2306 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Hell yhea!

    • @VicJo
      @VicJo 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Indeed!

    • @carlosdelafuentesanz
      @carlosdelafuentesanz 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Let´s make it viral for the quarantine! :)

    • @aljaytadeo6715
      @aljaytadeo6715 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@carlosdelafuentesanz great idea hahahaha

    • @sammy18299
      @sammy18299 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Cure to anything🙌

  • @IHavAnAkimbonr
    @IHavAnAkimbonr 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    7 years later and I still get crazy goosebumps at that part.

    • @DonTronFlex
      @DonTronFlex 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      It's so wild. I come back to this video and fill my heart often

  • @ryantreacy1235
    @ryantreacy1235 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I love how all the words come together and tell a story. Amazing 👏

  • @CristianoMatos08
    @CristianoMatos08 10 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    This is amazing!!!!

  • @MsKerQ
    @MsKerQ 8 ปีที่แล้ว +332

    Shaia Le Boeuf Killing it on the percussion

    • @tommycampanis867
      @tommycampanis867 7 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      SERIOUSLY I WAS THINKING THAT TOO. BUT IF HE WAS A STONER.

    • @bienvenumyriel7233
      @bienvenumyriel7233 7 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      shaia le boeuf has to be a stoner

    • @iLLixer
      @iLLixer 7 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      +Julien Roy yeah because he's not an actor

    • @tomwoolner169
      @tomwoolner169 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      This might be my favourite comment on the internet.

    • @Dirtyshinobi
      @Dirtyshinobi 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      😂👏🏻

  • @santiago080
    @santiago080 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    it has been 6 years since I heard this song for the first time, it's just still incredible how much talent is put into this well crafted song. Every time I listen to this song, I notice something new... I'll be back..... 10/10 yesyesyes

  • @SpacetimeTony
    @SpacetimeTony 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    One of the best performances ever! Love this.

  • @sebastianarayasandoval615
    @sebastianarayasandoval615 5 ปีที่แล้ว +468

    Oh Lord, I’m on a permanent holiday
    I’m going outside to play
    I ain’t gonna slave away
    Not for no corporate Babylon
    I’m never gonna be a pawn in their manipulation games
    Oh Lord I’m taking the reins
    I’m breaking the chains
    I’m never gonna kneel, no way
    My prophet is Heaven sent
    No preacher or president can lead I astray
    They’ll never know
    I’m taking Jah highway home
    Oh I’ve got my own path to follow
    Don’t know if you’ll overstand
    I’ve got my own truth to swallow
    And you know that if I could you know I would throw my guitar on my back, pick up the slack, and leave here tomorrow
    But I know that I am a pawn of Babylon I got to face the facts, embrace the axe, and cut these chains off my sorrow
    So I’m on a permanent holiday
    I’m going outside to play
    I ain’t gonna slave away, no, not for no corporate babylon
    I’m never gonna be a pawn in their manipulation games
    Ten thousand years of captivity
    We must eventually
    Open up our eyes and see
    They’re manipulating we
    With so much uncertainty
    And so many mysteries
    Why are so few questioning
    The unnatural state of things?
    It’s a nightmare
    We’re living in a nightmare
    Everyone’s living so scared
    They’re virtually unaware
    Of this fear that rules their lives
    Occupies, consumes their minds
    This fear of bankruptcy
    Financial impotancy
    It’s funny money, money, money
    It’s all this digital currency, woah yeah
    It’s all this monopoly money
    That keeps us from ever being free
    And so it seems we’ll be in this prison for life
    ’cause if we keep buying then they’ll keep selling the lie
    So it’s up to I and I…
    Ohh Lord, I won’t be manipulated, mind-controlled, and inundated
    I will seek the Revelation, make my life a celebration
    I will be the change I’m seeking, manifest the words I’m speaking
    I refuse to be imprisoned. I will make my own decisions
    I’m on a permanent holiday
    I’m going outside to play
    I ain’t gonna slave away
    Not for no corporate babylon
    I’m never gonna be a pawn in their manipulation games
    Oh Lord I’m taking the reins
    I’m breaking the chains
    I’m never gonna kneel, no way
    My prophet is Heaven sent
    No preacher or president can lead I astray
    They’ll never know. I’m taking Jah highway home
    I’ll never go astray
    I’m leaving the past
    And forwarding fast
    ’cause freedom is here to stay
    Oh Lord we got to take back the knowledge
    We got to take back the power
    We got to take back the knowledge
    We got to take back the power
    We got to take back the knowledge
    To take back the power
    Take back what they have stolen from our hearts
    And we got to take back the esoteric knowledge
    Ohh Lord for too long they’ve been keeping us apart
    Ohh yes, we got to take back the knowledge, take back the power, humanity don’t let this be our final hour
    Take back the knowledge, take back the power, humanity don’t let this be our final hour
    Take back the knowledge, take back the power, humanity don’t let this be our final hour
    Take back the knowledge, take back the power, humanity don’t let this be our final hour
    Take back the knowledge, take back the power, humanity don’t let this be our final hour
    Take back the knowledge, take back the power, humanity don’t let this be our final hour
    Take back the knowledge, take back the power, humanity don’t let this be our final hour
    Take back the knowledge, take back the power, humanity don’t let this be our final hourn

    • @fernandolagos269
      @fernandolagos269 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Pichon Araya sando

    • @felipealarcon4622
      @felipealarcon4622 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I dont agree really much with the lyrics dont take me wrong its a good song but as the song said "i got my own truth to swallow" i wont change you and you wont change me, thats how humanity work and nothing can change that

    • @TheAngeliaMusic
      @TheAngeliaMusic 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thankyou for typing the lyrics out! I love it. Namaste

  • @bdizzle0
    @bdizzle0 8 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    ive watched this hundreds of times

    • @jeannoelseeneevasagum3283
      @jeannoelseeneevasagum3283 8 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I trust you man!!

    • @chrishennessy87
      @chrishennessy87 8 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      +Bren Davenport same and will never get enough. Truly one of the best performances about. So happy to be able to listen to it over and over again!

  • @The_Real_J.B.
    @The_Real_J.B. 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    This is my favorite song and I can't stop playing it over and over each day! Thank you Mike love !

  • @turd.burglartrufax4206
    @turd.burglartrufax4206 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Gave me goosebumps. Around 6 mins. Hairs stood up. Much love thank you

  • @socrates7996
    @socrates7996 7 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Phenomenal, exquisite, stuff of legends... you have more talent in one lock of hair than the ENTIRE MAINSTREAM MUSIC WORLD. God bless you sir thank you so much for this song of freedom! On constant repeat!

    • @JamintheVan
      @JamintheVan 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Got that right!

  • @benlren
    @benlren 8 ปีที่แล้ว +113

    I just cannot get enough of this video. Pure artistic talent. I feel it everytime. and the lyrics. . . . man.
    so good. so good. One home. One tribe. One love. _/|\_

    • @goal2004
      @goal2004 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +benlrenzen10 It's funny how the lyrics clash so much with everything shown in this video. It wouldn't be possible without these corporations it condemns. I'm not even talking about the youtube platform, I'm talking about the very gear he uses.

    • @goal2004
      @goal2004 8 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      *****
      No corporations would leave you without that pretty house this was recorded in, that provided excellent acoustics. You won't have any of the electronic equipment there, nor will you have the guitar, drums and cymbals used. They're all made, sold, imported, exported, transported and designed by corporations.
      My point isn't that people aren't creative. My point is that the lyrics are hypocritical about wanting to disconnect so bad, and yet he won't even show any attempt other than superficially appearing anti-establishment.
      What I'm saying is this guy is a false hippy, and this song is a corporate product. This isn't some private person recording something from their bedroom. This is a professional recording and filming session with proper lighting and sound mixing.

    • @lukebantiio833
      @lukebantiio833 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +goal2004 real talk!

    • @michaelrubbe7808
      @michaelrubbe7808 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      scoobes. rubbe

    • @quiksily
      @quiksily 8 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      +goal2004 what is he to do in a world ruled by paper, numbers, and people far away behind the scenes? He has a family to provide for at the end of the day. People have made guitars long before corporations, the original version of almost everything today was made by hand, by an individual. All of this video would be possible without government and corporation. Whats exactly hypocritical btw? Does he have to be homeless in a forest with no following to have his message validated by you? Please decalcify bro.

  • @TCPcommenter
    @TCPcommenter ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Worked at Bells Brewery and got to listen to him do this exact performance to an audience of ~200. Never liked this kind of music until I heard it from him. Still come back to this song today.

  • @yetidepiesgrandes1754
    @yetidepiesgrandes1754 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    just found this and i have no words , this guy is a frikin genius , what a talent.Beautiful song

  • @mattrleaf
    @mattrleaf 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Despite owning the physical CD, purchasing the digital album, and saving it to multiple Spotify playlists, I still visit this TH-cam version to get the views up and watch in aww as The GOAT performs his magic.

  • @tare_
    @tare_ 10 ปีที่แล้ว +94

    Don't skip to 4:20. Listen to the whole fucking song instead. You won't regret it.

    • @SmittyWerbenjagermanjensen
      @SmittyWerbenjagermanjensen 10 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      yes

    • @SmittyWerbenjagermanjensen
      @SmittyWerbenjagermanjensen 10 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      Don't follow what reddit says

    • @GrandmaLSRP
      @GrandmaLSRP 10 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      I ALREADY DID, WHAT YOU GONNA DO ABOUT IT!

    • @t1mmy13
      @t1mmy13 10 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      GrandmaLSRP give you gold, you anarchist

    • @SoNoFTheMoSt
      @SoNoFTheMoSt 9 ปีที่แล้ว

      personally i skip from 420 -540 the build it is long winded and and lols at it starting at 420 well played:P

  • @johndouglas9893
    @johndouglas9893 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I wonder how many people left their slave jobs after hearing this magically gifted, musically talented, huge hit of truth directly to your soul?

  • @sniper1444
    @sniper1444 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This song is so epic! Every artist hopes to formulate their opus...Congrats Mike ❤️!!

  • @anand_pg
    @anand_pg 2 ปีที่แล้ว +73

    The looping skills on this are out of this world, and so are the vocals!! Brilliant work!

  • @PauloMaierr
    @PauloMaierr 4 ปีที่แล้ว +48

    Bro the difficulty of that is so so so so insane. It's simply a master piece.

  • @lsramirez5028
    @lsramirez5028 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Mike Love gives me goosebumps! This song never gets old and he's such a genius! The syllable part always hits the soul! Beautiful Man! Beautiful message ❤💛💚 Jah Bless!

  • @icelbustamanteneira3857
    @icelbustamanteneira3857 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Percussions are insane!!!! I've been blessed today

  • @jas16899
    @jas16899 10 ปีที่แล้ว +91

    wow im quitting my job and giving up showering and shelter for good, this song really inspired me

    • @jas16899
      @jas16899 10 ปีที่แล้ว +51

      Smitty Werbenjagermanjensen umm no im just tired of contributing to this corporate bablyon

    • @TheRelevantusername
      @TheRelevantusername 10 ปีที่แล้ว

      okay, tell us how that goes once you come back, and get your electricity back.

    • @aznlimecoco
      @aznlimecoco 10 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I'm loling so hard. Ty ty.

    • @TsawwassenVids
      @TsawwassenVids 10 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      ***** and you'll realize how dumb you are to not be able to sense his sarcasm

    • @jas16899
      @jas16899 10 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      ***** "you can't portray sarcasm in text "
      I already did

  • @spirituslibertatis
    @spirituslibertatis 6 ปีที่แล้ว +426

    Uncomparative vibes you guys have. Been listening the same song over a thousand time and still the same feelings!

    • @natel9019
      @natel9019 6 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      My nieghbors know this song by heart at this point.

    • @j.j.2832
      @j.j.2832 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      i love it!

    • @deepspacenine
      @deepspacenine 6 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Static Berry thought it was just me. I've been through every song in his playlist and literally get chills every time just like the first time i heard them. Fucking incredibly talented pair.

    • @neiltillapaugh8847
      @neiltillapaugh8847 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      you should see them live when all four of them are there. mike love iS KING

    • @deepspacenine
      @deepspacenine 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Neil Tillapaugh I bet

  • @yushakapas
    @yushakapas 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Discovered them live at the smallest festival in the SouthWest of France a few years back. It started raining and the sound guys tried to tell them they had to interrupt. They went on, the rain was falling gently and the sun peered through as he went on to finish this song. It was mystical ! Really nice dude as well had a group hug with my friends and all, it was the best musical experience I'd ever had

    • @northside.shawty
      @northside.shawty 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Sounds amazing:)

    • @northside.shawty
      @northside.shawty 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hope you have a good day!

    • @yushakapas
      @yushakapas 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It was, I discovered LSD the same night lol, another kind of mystic

    • @yushakapas
      @yushakapas 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      It was after the concert though

  • @user-hn2wc3fy7y
    @user-hn2wc3fy7y ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Crazy good composition, songwriting, singing, performance, coordination, arrangement...jeez this is such a legendary video. Big ups to HI*Sessions for providing high quality media to forever have this on video, recorded and mixed beautifully.

  • @AlejandroRiveraCorrea
    @AlejandroRiveraCorrea 7 ปีที่แล้ว +270

    [Lyrics]
    Oh Lord, I’m on a permanent holiday
    I’m going outside to play
    I ain’t gonna slave away
    Not for no corporate Babylon
    I’m never gonna be a pawn in their manipulation games
    Oh Lord I’m taking the reins
    I’m breaking the chains
    I’m never gonna kneel, no way
    My prophet is Heaven sent
    No preacher or president can lead I astray
    They’ll never know
    I’m taking Jah highway home
    Oh I’ve got my own path to follow
    Don’t know if you’ll overstand
    I’ve got my own truth to swallow
    And you know that if I could you know I would throw my guitar on my back, pick up the slack, and leave here tomorrow
    But I know that I am a pawn of Babylon I got to face the facts, embrace the axe, and cut these chains off my sorrow
    So I’m on a permanent holiday
    I’m going outside to play
    I ain’t gonna slave away, no, not for no corporate babylon
    I’m never gonna be a pawn in their manipulation games
    Ten thousand years of captivity
    We must eventually
    Open up our eyes and see
    They’re manipulating we
    With so much uncertainty
    And so many mysteries
    Why are so few questioning
    The unnatural state of things?
    It’s a nightmare
    We’re living in a nightmare
    Everyone’s living so scared
    They’re virtually unaware
    Of this fear that rules their lives
    Occupies, consumes their minds
    This fear of bankruptcy
    Financial impotancy
    It’s funny money, money, money
    It’s all this digital currency, woah yeah
    It’s all this monopoly money
    That keeps us from ever being free
    And so it seems we’ll be in this prison for life
    ’cause if we keep buying then they’ll keep selling the lie
    So it’s up to I and I…
    Ohh Lord, I won’t be manipulated, mind-controlled, and inundated
    I will seek the Revelation, make my life a celebration
    I will be the change I’m seeking, manifest the words I’m speaking
    I refuse to be imprisoned. I will make my own decisions
    I’m on a permanent holiday
    I’m going outside to play
    I ain’t gonna slave away
    Not for no corporate babylon
    I’m never gonna be a pawn in their manipulation games
    Oh Lord I’m taking the reins
    I’m breaking the chains
    I’m never gonna kneel, no way
    My prophet is Heaven sent
    No preacher or president can lead I astray
    They’ll never know. I’m taking Jah highway home
    I’ll never go astray
    I’m leaving the past
    And forwarding fast
    ’cause freedom is here to stay
    Oh Lord we got to take back the knowledge
    We got to take back the power
    We got to take back the knowledge
    We got to take back the power
    We got to take back the knowledge
    To take back the power
    Take back what they have stolen from our hearts
    And we got to take back the esoteric knowledge
    Ohh Lord for too long they’ve been keeping us apart
    Ohh yes, we got to take back the knowledge, take back the power, humanity don’t let this be our final hour
    Take back the knowledge, take back the power, humanity don’t let this be our final hour. (x7)
    Take back the knowledge
    Take back the power

    • @muppster
      @muppster 7 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      omg thx bro

    • @jordonlees2
      @jordonlees2 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Alejandro Rivera needs more lyrics. double it. write a book. take a shit.

    • @ignaciogomez936
      @ignaciogomez936 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Alejandro Rivera ty

    • @samsamesam
      @samsamesam 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      nice

    • @shesyle_bel
      @shesyle_bel 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      😍😍😍

  • @MeJustAimy
    @MeJustAimy 3 ปีที่แล้ว +39

    Lyrics^^
    Oh Lord, I’m on a permanent holiday
    I’m going outside to play
    I ain’t gonna slave away
    Not for no corporate Babylon
    I’m never gonna be a pawn in their manipulation games
    Oh Lord I’m taking the reins
    I’m breaking the chains
    I’m never gonna kneel, no way
    My prophet is Heaven sent
    No preacher or president can lead I astray
    They’ll never know
    I’m taking Jah highway home
    Oh I’ve got my own path to follow
    Don’t know if you’ll overstand
    I’ve got my own truth to swallow
    And you know that if I could you know I would throw my guitar on my back, pick up the slack, and leave here tomorrow
    But I know that I am a pawn of Babylon I got to face the facts, embrace the axe, and cut these chains off my sorrow
    So I’m on a permanent holiday
    I’m going outside to play
    I ain’t gonna slave away, no, not for no corporate babylon
    I’m never gonna be a pawn in their manipulation games
    Ten thousand years of captivity
    We must eventually
    Open up our eyes and see
    They’re manipulating we
    With so much uncertainty
    And so many mysteries
    Why are so few questioning
    The unnatural state of things?
    It’s a nightmare
    We’re living in a nightmare
    Everyone’s living so scared
    They’re virtually unaware
    Of this fear that rules their lives
    Occupies, consumes their minds
    This fear of bankruptcy
    Financial impotancy
    It’s funny money, money, money
    It’s all this digital currency, woah yeah
    It’s all this monopoly money
    That keeps us from ever being free
    And so it seems we’ll be in this prison for life
    ’cause if we keep buying then they’ll keep selling the lie
    So it’s up to I and I…
    Ohh Lord,
    _I won’t be manipulated, mind-controlled, and inundated
    I will seek the Revelation, make my life a celebration
    I will be the change I’m seeking, manifest the words I’m speaking
    I refuse to be imprisoned. I will make my own decisions_
    I’m on a permanent holiday
    I’m going outside to play
    I ain’t gonna slave away
    Not for no corporate babylon
    I’m never gonna be a pawn in their manipulation games
    Oh Lord I’m taking the reins
    I’m breaking the chains
    I’m never gonna kneel, no way
    My prophet is Heaven sent
    No preacher or president can lead I astray
    They’ll never know. I’m taking Jah highway home
    I’ll never go astray
    I’m leaving the past
    And forwarding fast
    ’cause freedom is here to stay
    Oh Lord we got to take back the knowledge
    We got to take back the power
    We got to take back the knowledge
    We got to take back the power
    We got to take back the knowledge
    To take back the power
    Take back what they have stolen from our hearts
    And we got to take back the esoteric knowledge
    Ohh Lord for too long they’ve been keeping us apart
    Ohh yes, we got to take back the knowledge, take back the power, humanity don’t let this be our final hour
    Take back the knowledge, take back the power, humanity don’t let this be our final hour
    Take back the knowledge, take back the power, humanity don’t let this be our final hour
    Take back the knowledge, take back the power, humanity don’t let this be our final hour
    Take back the knowledge, take back the power, humanity don’t let this be our final hour
    Take back the knowledge, take back the power, humanity don’t let this be our final hour
    Take back the knowledge, take back the power, humanity don’t let this be our final hour
    Take back the knowledge, take back the power, humanity don’t let this be our final hour
    Take back the knowledge
    Take back the power

  • @jordanmntungwa3311
    @jordanmntungwa3311 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Remember hearing this during a big awakening of my life in my early 20s. He only had 2mil views then. This song is still so amazing in its delivery and message. Blessings my lord

  • @homedoctor3920
    @homedoctor3920 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    ❤️💛💚OneLove💚💛❤️

  • @OlesDeyneka
    @OlesDeyneka 6 ปีที่แล้ว +345

    Just wow. That part with overdubbing sillables forming sentenses... Never seen anything like that

    • @K1LLERSQU1D
      @K1LLERSQU1D 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Fuck u

    • @EXTENDEDWARRANT
      @EXTENDEDWARRANT 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      SwagToast productions why are you mean

    • @kerbym.661
      @kerbym.661 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      He's a musical genius !

    • @g.r.yroots8060
      @g.r.yroots8060 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Genius!

    • @SJDPS
      @SJDPS 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      th-cam.com/video/pHW1I8T0caI/w-d-xo.html

  • @thecampercook
    @thecampercook 3 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    HOLY. CRAP. I can't even find the words.
    *mind blown*

    • @The_Salty_Siren
      @The_Salty_Siren 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      It’s so beautiful isn’t it?! 😍

  • @sanderswalling8392
    @sanderswalling8392 ปีที่แล้ว

    I've watch this so many times. I'm perpetually blown away, this is such an impressive performance.

  • @markcaamal5643
    @markcaamal5643 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    YESSS Rasta! Feel the power of Jah this jam always recharges my soul! Thank you for the message and beautiful melodies!