They originate from Edmonton, Kentucky. Chris Robertson and John Fred Young, son of The Kentucky Headhunters' rhythm guitarist Richard Young, started to play music together early in their teens and Jon and Ben soon followed. Black Stone Cherry officially formed on June 4, 2001. They then took over the practice house that had been used by The Kentucky Headhunters since 1968 and began to record tracks. After the band finished recording, they returned to Edmonton for a homecoming gig in the gym of the local middle school, which was attended by 1500 people. After the band’s self-titled debut album was released, Chris's former school principal invited the band back to Edmonton to celebrate with a concert. As the band entered the town, the streets were covered with signs welcoming them back.
In July 2007, they released a second EP containing the song "Rain Wizard" along with two previously unreleased tracks.
The first live album by Black Stone Cherry was released on October 31, 2007 immediately following the concert at the Astoria in London. They joined Def Leppard and Whitesnake in the summer of 2008 for European dates.
On August 19, 2008 Black Stone Cherry released their second album, entitled Folklore and Superstition. Three singles from the album, "Blind Man", "Please Come In" and "Things My Father Said" have been released.
In May 2009, they supported Nickelback's Dark Horse tour.
The White Trash Millionaire Songfacts states that their third studio album, Between the Devil and the Deep Blue Sea, got an unexpected early release on the bittorrent tracker, Demonoid on May 27, 2011 due to an employee error at an unspecified Walmart. The official release date was May 31, 2011.
The band recorded a new album in fall 2013, through early 2014. Magic Mountain was released on 6 May 2014, reaching number five in the UK albums chart. The first single was "Me and Mary Jane"
On October 7, 2015, it was revealed that the band had signed to Mascot Label Group, and had begun recording the follow-up to Magic Mountain for a 2016 release. The album was recorded in the same location as the self-titled album; Glasgow, Kentucky. The album, entitled Kentucky, was released on April 1, 2016 and became their second consecutive #1 album on the Billboard Hard Rock albums chart.
In February 2018, the band released their first single, Burnin', from their new album Family Tree which released on 20th April 2018 through Mascot Records.
Black Stone Cherry's music style is often associated with bands like Lynyrd Skynyrd and the Black Crowes, and Led Zeppelin to a lesser extent. While there are clear influences in Black Stone Cherry’s music, they have created their own style to a great extent. The musical tone and composition of Black Stone Cherry is very comparable to that of Brand New Sin and Zakk Wylde's Pride and Glory.
The song writing of Black Stone Cherry is often praised for great storytelling and delivering a strong message. For example, the song "Lonely Train" is about the effect on families when a relative goes to fight in a war. The song "Rain Wizard" is about a local legend of mysterious wisemen who could bring the rain in times of drought. "Backwoods Gold" is about a local man who ran moonshine out of the hardware store in the middle of Edmonton.
Violator Girl
Black Stone Cherry Lyrics
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She stops traffic with a spin and a twirl
Works all day but she lives for the night
She got a thing for the neon lights
Violator girl
She's the queen of the world
Violator girl
Too hot to handle and ready to rock
This little hen's got me loaded and cocked
She's daddy's girl but she's mine for tonight
Take a million bucks to keep her satisfied
Violator girl
She's the queen of the world
Violator girl
She's gonna rock your world
"Violator Girl" is a song by American rock band Black Stone Cherry, released on their 2011 album "Between the Devil and the Deep Blue Sea." The lyrics tell the story of a woman, the "Violator Girl," who is incredibly attractive and a force to be reckoned with. She seems to live for the night and loves the neon lights, and she is always the center of attention wherever she goes. The imagery used in the song suggests a sense of power and confidence that the Violator Girl exudes, as she stops traffic and has the ability to rock anyone's world.
The song's lyrics are interesting in their portrayal of the Violator Girl as being both sexualized and empowered. The lyrics suggest that while she may be a "daddy's girl," she is also her own person and is in control of her own desires. Additionally, the song seems to celebrate and admire the Violator Girl, rather than objectifying or putting her down. In a way, the song is a tribute to a woman who can command attention and respect, while also being unapologetic about her own needs and wants.
Overall, "Violator Girl" is a powerful song that celebrates a strong and independent woman. It is a song that recognizes and admires the power of female sexuality, while also respecting the autonomy and control that a woman has over her own body and desires.
Line by Line Meaning
Violator girl she's the queen of the world
This girl is a rule breaker and she knows it. She feels superior to everyone else and enjoys the power it brings her.
She stops traffic with a spin and a twirl
She possesses a confident energy and self-assuredness that commands attention from those around her.
Works all day but she lives for the night
She leads a double life where she spends her days in a mundane routine, but craves the excitement and adventure that only the night can bring.
She got a thing for the neon lights
She loves the bright lights and the energy of the nightlife. It's where she feels most alive and most like herself.
Too hot to handle and ready to rock
She exudes a fierce sexuality and isn't afraid to take control and be the dominant force in any situation.
This little hen's got me loaded and cocked
She's got the singer (the singer) captivated and ready for whatever wild ride she's about to take him on.
She's daddy's girl but she's mine for tonight
Despite her close relationship with her father, she's claiming her independence and living her own life, even if it's just for tonight.
Take a million bucks to keep her satisfied
She's high maintenance and requires a lot of attention and resources to keep her happy and fulfilled. But for the right person, it's worth it.
Violator girl, she's gonna rock your world
This girl is a force to be reckoned with and will leave a lasting impact on anyone who crosses her path.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: BENJAMIN DANIEL WELLS, CHRISTOPHER ROBERTSON, JOHN FREDERICK YOUNG, JONATHAN MICHAEL LAWHON
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Imti aier
one of my FAv
i played in my college days this cover with my Band. the tone, the lyric everything is totally bad ass... and prrty good to get wild on stage
MissRandomComment
This one is a classic for me, makes me feel like a traffic stopper myself hahaha
John Hampton
Awesome releasing all this new music! So proud of you guys representing the rockers in Kentucky! Peace!
Liam Stewart
Fuck yes!! Amazing! So heavy! Come do a new Zealand tour!!
Diane Broude
You never disappoint. BLACK STONE CHERRY KICKS ASS!!
Lewis Seago
going to see them in November!
JP Cantrell
2:22 Smokin' TONE!!!
Сергей Колосов
Best thanks