Anni Kookoo
Xavier Rudd · White Moth [2007]
The places we were put and the things we were given
He sings what they talk
But they took away are pride but they didn't take our lives
They took away the things that made us feel alive
Said, "Ooh ooh, what have we become?
What have we become?"
Said, "Ooh ooh, how did this become?
How did this become? How did this become?"
In old woman we flex from the East to the West
She thinks of her grandmother and her grandfather
And strings that they had
Now she looks to the arm, saw them sniffing on their drugs
The drink in there has stolen so many souls
And flooded her sacred blood
She says, "Ooh ooh, what have we become?
What have we become?"
She says, "Ooh ooh, how did this become?
How did this become?"
She says, "Ooh ooh, the bottle took away my son
It took away my son"
She says, "Ooh ooh, where are we gonna run?
What have we become?"
She says, "Ooh ooh, what have we become?
What have we become?"
She says, "Ooh ooh, how did this become?
How did this become?"
She says, "Ooh ooh, see the bottle took away my son
It took away my son"
She says, "Ooh ooh, where are we gonna run?
What have we become?"
Anni Kookoo
Xavier Rudd's "Anni Kookoo" stands as a vibrant centerpiece on his 2007 album *White Moth*, exemplifying his signature blend of acoustic guitar, folk-rock instrumentation, and socially conscious lyricism. Recorded during a period where Rudd balanced commercial success with artistic integrity, the track reflects his ongoing exploration of Australian identity and environmental themes. The song's rhythmic drive and melodic structure showcase his ability to craft accessible yet emotionally resonant music that bridges the gap between indie folk and mainstream rock. As part of his broader discography spanning the mid-2000s, "Anni Kookoo" captures the optimism and narrative depth characteristic of Rudd's work, offering a listening experience that prioritizes storytelling and musical warmth over complex production.