The Black Seeds Raised With Love
"Raised With Love" serves as the radiant opening statement for The Black Seeds' celebrated seventh studio album, Love & Fire. Arriving as a beam of light during a time of global uncertainty, the track was penned and recorded amidst the quiet introspection of the 2020 lockdown in New Zealand. Rather than dwelling on the isolation of the moment, frontman Barnaby Weir turned his gaze inward and backward, finding inspiration in a rediscovered collection of old family photographs.
The resulting single is a masterclass in the band's signature "sunshine reggae" sound—a warm, analog production anchored by a deep, pocket-heavy bassline and infectious rhythmic chops. Lyrically, it transforms a personal moment of nostalgia into a universal anthem of gratitude. Weir describes the song as a sonic "thank you" to parents and caregivers everywhere who work tirelessly to fill their children's lives with love and music, even when the world outside feels heavy.
Packed with the effortless groove that has made The Black Seeds a staple on festival stages from Europe to the Pacific, "Raised With Love" is more than just a catchy tune; it is a grounding reminder to cherish our roots and the simple, foundational connections that sustain us.
