Be Water My FRiend

Be Water: The Sonic Flow of Inner Freedom
For over 30 years, we have lived, created and evolved under the influence of Bruce Lee’s timeless philosophy — not only admiring his words but practicing their essence in our daily art. “Be Water” is not just a quote to us: it’s a living code, a mindset, and a force that shaped our journey as creators. In deep respect to Bruce Lee’s family and legacy, we offer this audiovisual tribute: an original, professional work crafted entirely by SonicBeastAI and Mike P Frequencies.

The film “Be Water (The Sonic Flow of Inner Freedom)” was born from our desire to honor that spirit, but also to reinterpret it in our own language — through music, visuals and emotions that echo resilience, adaptability and inner peace. This is not a product. It’s not commercial branding. It’s a message from artists who understand that flow is truth, and water is wisdom.

Every note, every frame, and every lyric is original. No images, voices or branding from Bruce Lee are used. We do not claim affiliation. We claim inspiration — the pure kind that moves creators across generations. We believe that tribute is not imitation, but transformation through personal vision.

As artists, we’ve researched the legal framework around the phrase “Be Water.” According to USPTO records, Bruce Lee Enterprises applied in 2021 for the trademark “BE WATER” for products like shirts and shoes. In 2016, they registered “BE WATER MY FRIEND” for use in merchandise, including games and apparel. These expressions are considered trademarks in progress and are owned by Bruce Lee’s estate.
Source: https://www.uspto.gov

From a copyright perspective, the phrase “Be water, my friend” is too short to be protected as literary work. Instead, it functions as a philosophical idea. Quoting ideas, especially for educational, critical or artistic purposes, falls under fair use in most countries. U.S. courts confirm that Bruce Lee’s name and likeness are protected by publicity rights, not by copyright law. Citation of his ideas without misuse of image or branding is legally permitted and culturally accepted.

In this spirit, our work is protected, respectful and transformative. It’s a love letter to personal evolution. A sonic flow guided by integrity. And a cinematic exploration of what it means to be free.

We invite audiences worldwide to feel, not just watch. To dissolve walls, not build brands. To celebrate Bruce Lee not as a commodity, but as a current of wisdom that still flows today.
Long live the Dragon.

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Explore more:

• Trademark reference: https://tmsearch.uspto.gov
• Be Water documentary (ESPN): https://www.imdb.com/title/tt12801450/
• RZA tribute song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8eDSyl3jK5M
• Roots of Fight licensed Bruce Lee gear: https://www.rootsoffight.com
• Sounders Bruce Lee Kit: https://www.soundersfc.com

Listen now on Spotify:
https://open.spotify.com/track/6AysAARGYN3DAYEpd728wm?si=er-zHczxRAC8_S9Eh0tGLQ

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