The General

The General (Russian Version)

I can hear the mountains cry,
Yeah, they call to me,
They summon me at daylight
Like a wild-born melody.
Dust on my boots, gravel road,
Got that old rod in the back,
Sun just risin’ over pine trees,
I’m headed for the bank...


Ain’t chasin’ gold or glory,
Just peace of mind and time,
That water tells a story
Every time I cross that line...


Cold beer in my hand,
Sunshine on my face,
Air is so fresh, the good Lord slowing me down,
This is my sacred place.
To go fishin’ off the bank,
Let the whole world wait,
At the end of the day, if my stringer lay empty,
It was still a great day.


Castin’ shadows on the water,
Wind hummin’ through the trees,
Old radio’s rockin’ low
With a little Hank and me.
Line don’t bend, time don’t matter,
I ain’t got nothin’ to prove,
Just me, that muddy shoreline,
And a pair of worn-out boots...


Some folks count their trophies,
Some count what they make,
Me, I count them moments
That no one else can take.


Cold beer in my hand,
Sunshine on my face,
Air is so fresh, the good Lord, slowing me down,
This is my sacred place.
To go fishin’ off the bank,
Let the whole world wait,
At the end of the day, if my stringer lay empty,
It was still a great day.



Yeah, the mountains cry louder when life gets loud,
And the noise won’t leave my head,
I crack another beer, watch the ripples roll,
And let the worries drift instead.


It ain’t always about catchin’ fish,
Or how big the story gets,
Sometimes it’s just the quiet,
And forgettin’ what you miss.


Cold beer in my hand,
Sun sinkin’ low in the haze,
Air still fresh, heart feelin’ right,
Yeah, I could live this way.
Fish or no fish, I thank that bank,
For every second that I stayed,
At the end of the day, if my stringer lay empty,
Man, it was still a great day.


I can hear the mountains cry…
Yeah, they’ll call me back again.

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On March 28, 2025, Franti released his 14th studio album, Welcome to the Family, a collection of 13 new songs that embrace themes of inclusivity, self-discovery, and resilience. The lead single, “Break Up With Everything,” is currently climbing the US AAA charts, setting the tone for an album that channels personal and global challenges into anthems of hope and change. “Every one of us has a family—whether by birth, circumstance, or choice. When you put all those together, they form the world family. Right now, the world is filled with uncertainty, anxiety, and division. This album is about taking those emotions—what I experience every day—and turning them into music that reminds us we are never alone.”

To bring this message of connection to life, Franti will embark on the Welcome to the Family Tour, a nationwide summer trek with stops at Red Rocks Amphitheatre, Pier 17, and more. Known for his immersive concert experience—where he often performs from the crowd, invites fans on stage, and fosters a true sense of togetherness—each show is more than just a performance; it’s a celebration of unity and positivity.

Beyond music, Franti is the founder of Soulshine Bali, a forty-room, five-star boutique retreat in Ubud, Indonesia, dedicated to wellness, creativity, and human connection. He and his wife also founded Do It For The Love, a nonprofit that grants live music experiences to individuals facing life-threatening illnesses, veterans, and children with severe challenges. Since its inception, the foundation has granted over 3,500 wishes, touching more than 15,000 lives worldwide.

Franti’s career is defined by his ability to turn hardship into hope, fostering unity through music, activism, and philanthropy. Whether on stage, at his Bali retreat, or through his foundation, his purpose remains the same: to bring people together, lift spirits, and remind us all that we are part of something bigger. With Welcome to the Family, he continues to create not just music but a movement of love, inclusivity, and transformation.

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