Safari Song

Greta Van Fleet

About Safari Song

"Safari Song" is a song by American rock band Greta Van Fleet. It was their second single off of their EP Black Smoke Rising, and their compilation EP From the Fires. It topped the Billboard Mainstream Rock Songs chart in February 2018.


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Ah yeah

Oh lady when ya come on down
Won't ya come on down
I said to my town

Oh mama when ya come on down
Won't ya come on down
I said to my home

Oo lady won't you move my way
Can't ya move my way
I'm getting hazy

Oh mama when you give your lovin'
When you give your love
You drive me crazy

Ah mama what you gonna do
With all that love in your heart
Ah mama what you gonna say
About that love in your heart
Oh mama when you walk this way
Why don't you give some lovin'
Oo mama what you gonna do
With all that lovin' in your heart

See mama gotta feel your everything
Feel your everything
I really wanna know

See mama when you shine you're shinin' bright
Give you're given right
I really want our love to grow

See mama when your heart is in its place
See that smilin' face
It's all I wanna do

See mama every time that you are near
It's when your gonna fear
You're never gonna come back home

Ah mama what you gonna do
With all that love in your heart
Ah mama what you gonna say
About that love in your heart
Oh mama when you walk this way
Why don't you give some lovin'
Oo mama what you gonna do
With all that lovin' in your heart

Do you remember what I said
When I got down on my knees
Gotta get your lovin' baby
Lovin's all I need
Don't make me beg now baby
Don't make me bleed
I gave you all a man could give
And you still walked out on me

Ah mama what you gonna do
With all that love in your heart
Ah mama what you gonna say
About that love in your heart
Oh mama when you walk this way
Why don't you give some lovin'
Oo mama what you gonna do
With all that lovin' in your heart

Your heart
Your heart
Your heart
Your heart
Lovin'
Burnin
Fire

Aw yeah

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Greta Van Fleet

Greta Van Fleet is an American rock band from Frankenmuth, Michigan, formed in 2012. It consists of vocalist Josh Kiszka, guitarist Jake Kiszka, bassist Sam Kiszka, and drummer Danny Wagner. They were signed to Lava Records in March 2017 and a month later the band released their debut studio EP, Black Smoke Rising. Their debut single, "Highway Tune", topped the Billboard US Mainstream Rock and Active Rock charts in September 2017 for four weeks in a row. A second EP From the Fires, containing the four songs from Black Smoke Rising and four new songs, was released on November 10, 2017, alongside a second single, "Safari Song". Their debut full length studio album, Anthem of the Peaceful Army, was released on October 19, 2018 and it topped the Billboard Rock Al… more »

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Written by: Daniel Wagner, Samuel Kiszka, Joshua Kiszka, Jacob Kiszka

Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.

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10 facts about this song

Band Formation
Safari Song is performed by the American rock band "Greta Van Fleet," which hails from Frankenmuth, Michigan. The band consists of three Kiszka brothers - Josh, Jake, and Sam, and their friend, Daniel Wagner.
Initial Release
The song was initially released on the band's debut EP, "Black Smoke Rising" in April 2017. It was later featured on their double EP, "From the Fires," which was released in November 2017.
Influences
Greta Van Fleet is known for their classic rock sound, taking inspiration from rock legends such as Led Zeppelin and Eric Clapton. Safari Song's heavy drum beats and high-pitched vocals bear similarity with Led Zeppelin.
Chart Performance
Safari Song topped the Billboard US Mainstream Rock and Active Rock charts in December 2017, establishing the band's prominence on the rock music scene.
Theme and Lyrics
The Safari Song, like many of Greta Van Fleet's tracks, combines elements of tradition and modernity. Its lyrics touch upon natural and animal imagery.
Musical Composition
The song is known for its energetic performance, especially the powerful drumming by Daniel Wagner and distinct high-pitched vocals by Josh Kiszka.
Recognition and Acclaim
In 2018, the band received four Grammy nominations, one of which was for Best Rock Album for their double EP, "From the Fires." This elevated popularity also increased the recognition for the Safari Song.
Live Performances
The Safari Song is a staple of Greta Van Fleet's live performances because of its energy and audience reception. One of the notable performances was on the famous American TV Show "Saturday Night Live" in 2019.
Video
The official audio video of Safari Song on the band’s YouTube page has more than 37 million views, testament to its popularity among fans.
Criticism
Despite their success, Greta Van Fleet has faced criticism for their perceived similarity to Led Zeppelin. Some critics note that while Safari Song showcases the band's talent, it lacks originality.

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