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Songs Of Seals And Crofts
On The Acoustic
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Who Are Seals And Crofts?
Seals and Crofts were a popular American soft rock duo consisting of Jim Seals and Dash Crofts. The pair gained significant recognition in the 1970s and are known for their harmonies and blend of folk, rock, and soft pop styles.
Seals and Crofts had several hit songs during their career, with some of their most well-known tracks including "Summer Breeze," "Diamond Girl," and "Get Closer." They were particularly successful in the early to mid-1970s, with their music often featuring introspective lyrics and smooth, melodic instrumentals.
The duo disbanded in 1980 but reunited briefly in the early 1990s and again in 2004. Their music has remained popular and influential, often associated with the laid-back California sound of the 1970s. Both members had backgrounds in other bands before forming their successful partnership, which contributed to their unique sound and style.
Below are a few of Seals and Crofts best songs for the acoustic.
Songs Of Seals And Crofts
Chords, Samples, Demos, Tutorials
1. Diamond Girl
Diamond Girl is a track from the 1973 album of the same name and is considered one of Seals and Crofts greatest hits.
The song reached #6 on one US chart and #4 on another. The song also charted in Australia at #57.
I play this one with a capo on the 3rd fret in standard tuning using the chords G, G7, Am, D7 and G#. For a rhythm pattern I play a down down up down up and repeat.
The rhythm here is a combo of playing a steady down up down up with some quick shuffle strumming and some walking bass. For chords you'll need D, Am7, Em, Am, G, C/G, Dm, C, A#, A7, Esus and an E7. A little picking required here.
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2. Get Closer
Get Closer is the title track from the 1976 album of the same name. The song was a top 10 on several charts and was the duo's last top 10 hit song of their career.
This another song with a steady shuffle pattern consisting of a down down up down up down up and repeat and some chops in various places. No lead here in standard tuning with the chords G, Em, F, C, C/G, Esus, E, A, D, D/Gb and a Gbm.
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3. Summer Breeze
Summer Breeze was a track from the 1972 album of the same name. The sobg did well reaching #4 on the Easy Listening charts and #6 on the Hot 100 chart. It's hard not to feel in a summer vibe when this one is played.
For rhythm here you'll play a down down up down up down up and repeat for the most part with no lead in standard tuning. For chords use Em, Am7, Asus2, G, D, A, E, Bm and a Esus4/Gb.
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4. The King Of Nothing
The King Of Nothing is a track from the 1974 album from Seals
and Crofts called Unborn Child. The song was released as a single and
reached #60 on the US charts.
This one is in standard tuning and has some lead work in my version here. I play a root up down up and repeat rhythm pattern with the chords A6, Amaj7, Cmaj7, Fmaj7, Eb and an E.
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Some Common Questions About Seals And Crofts
1. What was the controversy with Seals and Crofts?
The controversy surrounding Seals and Crofts' 1974 album "Unborn Child" centered on its pro-life title track.
Released shortly after the Roe v. Wade decision, the song addressed abortion, urging against it with emotional lyrics. This stance sparked significant backlash from pro-choice advocates and women's rights groups. Many radio stations refused to play the song due to its controversial nature, which likely hurt the duo's career.
While Seals and Crofts maintained they were simply expressing personal beliefs, the album remains a notable example of how popular music can intersect with sensitive political issues, potentially impacting an artist's success and public image.
2. What religion did Seals and Crofts practice?
Jim Seals and Dash Crofts were both adherents of the Baháʼí Faith, a religion they embraced in the late 1960s.
The Baháʼí Faith is a monotheistic religion that emphasizes the spiritual unity of all humankind. This religious belief significantly influenced their lives and music, often informing the spiritual and philosophical themes in their lyrics.
3. Why did Seals and Crofts break up?
The breakup of Seals and Crofts in 1980 resulted from a combination of factors rather than a single dramatic event.
By the late 1970s, their commercial success was declining as musical tastes shifted towards disco and harder rock. The duo was reportedly experiencing some creative differences after years of collaboration, and both members were interested in pursuing individual projects and spending more time with their families.
Additionally, changes in the music industry and pressure from their record label to adopt a different sound contributed to their decision. Years of touring and recording had also led to a degree of burnout.
Overall, the breakup seemed to be a natural evolution of their careers rather than the result of major conflict or controversy.
4. Are Dan Seals and Jim Seals related?
Dan Seals and Jim Seals were indeed brothers, representing a remarkable case of siblings who both achieved significant success in the music industry.
Jim, the elder brother, was born in 1941, while Dan was born in 1948. Their shared musical talent suggests a strong musical influence in their family background.
Despite pursuing different paths in their careers, both became respected figures in the music world. Jim gained fame as part of the soft rock duo Seals and Crofts, known for their hits in the 1970s. Dan, on the other hand, first found success as part of the pop duo England Dan & John Ford Coley in the 1970s, before transitioning to a successful solo career in country music during the 1980s and 1990s.
While they worked in different genres and with different musical partners, the Seals brothers' parallel success in music is a testament to their family's artistic legacy.
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