Andrew Jackson Jihad was formed after its original drummer, Justin James White, approached Sean Bonnette and Ben Gallaty, who had just left Rodan (not the Rodan of Kentucky fame) and The Sub-Standards. Since then, many significant Arizona musicians have sat in with the remaining duo of Sean and Ben, including John De La Cruz of Fatigo and Asleep In The Sea's Owen Evans. Dylan Cook also plays mandolin regularly with the band.
According to Songfacts, Bonnette, who is also the lyricist of the band (with upright bass player Ben Gallant handling most of the production and some vocals as well) volunteered at a suicide prevention hotline for teenagers for eight years, and worked with homeless men and women in the Phoenix, Arizona area. These experiences gave him a sometimes bleak, but at moments, hopeful outlook on life, often reflected in the band's lyrics.
On Halloween 2005, Andrew Jackson Jihad covered Neutral Milk Hotel's In the Aeroplane Over the Sea album in its entirety at CounterCulture Cafe.
Their biggest performance to date has been in their hometown with Flogging Molly and Authority Zero on St. Patrick's Day 2006.
On April 15, 2006, the band played as part of the 2006 New Times Music Showcase, nominated for Best Americana Band, and won a 2006 Best of Phoenix later that year.
Besides their local shows, where they have become arguably the most prominent representative in Arizona of the DIY ethic, they have also toured in clubs and basements across the Western United States, appearing at such venues as the Knitting Factory in Los Angeles, CA. One show in Kimberly, Idaho saw the band in a cowboy bar and leaving the premises as soon as possible after the show.
Andrew Jackson Jihad also performed at St. Augustine, Florida's second annual Harvest of Hope Festival in 2010. They played a dual set with Bomb the Music Industry!
Skipping Stone
Andrew Jackson Jihad Lyrics
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I will be your company if you find yourself alone.
I will be your money if you can't afford a home.
I'll be your lake if you are my skipping stone.
I will be your jacket if you're stuck out in the cold.
And I'll be your medication when you're sick and tired and old.
And I'll be your umbrella if that roof just won't hold.
But of course I know that you need some time to grow.
I'll be the ground that you've been walking on.
And I will be your coffee made at the break of dawn.
And I will be the rook and the bishop and the pawn.
I'll be the ground that you've been walking on.
But of course I know that you need some time to grow.
I'll be your lake if you are my skipping stone.
I will be your company if you find yourself alone.
I will be your money if you can't afford a home.
I'll be your lake if you are my skipping stone
I'll be your lake if you are my skipping stone
The song “Skipping Stone” by Andrew Jackson Jihad is a beautiful, heartfelt ode to love and support. The lyrics speak of a deep commitment to being there for someone through thick and thin. The singer promises to be everything their loved one needs - their lake, company, money, jacket, medication, umbrella, coffee, and even the ground they walk on. These lines convey a sense of unwavering devotion and dedication towards one’s partner, and offer an assurance of safety and comfort in times of need.
The reference to being a “skipping stone” also carries a metaphorical significance. A skipping stone is a stone that bounces across the surface of water, never remaining in one place for too long. In the context of the song, this could represent the singer’s willingness to move, to adapt to their partner’s needs and desires, to follow them wherever they go. The love they share is free, boundless and limitless, like a skipping stone that knows no boundaries.
Overall, the song “Skipping Stone” is a touching representation of love and support, where the singer promises to be there for their loved one no matter what they need. It is a beautiful reminder of the power of love and the strength of commitment.
Line by Line Meaning
I'll be your lake if you are my skipping stone.
I will be your support and allow you to move forward in life.
I will be your company if you find yourself alone.
I will be there for you when you feel lonely.
I will be your money if you can't afford a home.
I will provide for you financially when you can't do it yourself.
I'll be your jacket if you're stuck out in the cold.
I will keep you warm and protect you from the harsh weather.
And I'll be your medication when you're sick and tired and old.
I will take care of you and help you recover when you're unwell and old.
And I'll be your umbrella if that roof just won't hold.
I will be your shelter when your home can no longer provide one.
I'll be the ground that you've been walking on.
I will be your constant, dependable support system.
And I will be your coffee made at the break of dawn.
I will provide comfort and a sense of familiarity to start your day.
And I will be the rook and the bishop and the pawn.
I will be who you need me to be in situations where you require support.
But of course I know that you need some time to grow.
I respect your need for personal growth and will be there when you're ready.
I'll be your lake if you are my skipping stone.
I will support and propel you forward in life because you are important to me.
I'll be your lake if you are my skipping stone.
I will continue to be your support system and help you navigate life's challenges.
Contributed by Bella O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.