Vocalist Rickey Medlocke revived the name in 1987 with a new backing group and released three additional albums (Rick Medlocke and Blackfoot, Medicine Man, and After The Reign). In 1997, Medlocke disbanded the group, and joined Lynyrd Skynyrd.
In 2004 a second resurrection of Blackfoot took place with founding members Jackson Spires, Greg Walker, and Charlie Hargrett. Medlocke was not available, however, and the frontman role was given to Bobby Barth. Tragedy struck in March 2005 when Spires died suddenly of an aneurysm, but the band decided to persevere for the time being. Following the will of Spires, Austrian drummer Christoph Ullmann was hired as permanent drummer. In 2006, the band toured and was backed up by Jay Johnson on guitar and vocals. A live DVD was released in 2007. In 2007, the band was touring and consisted of bassist Greg Walker, guitarist Charlie Hargrett, guitarist and lead vocalist Bobby Barth, and drummer Michael Sollars. Currently Barth is unavailable due to illness and former Lynyrd Skynyrd guitarist Mike Estes became vocalist.
During the spring of 2010, Barth was forced to undergo emergency back surgery. Former Lynyrd Skynyrd guitarist Mike Estes and current vocalist/guitarist for Skinny Molly was then employed for lead vocals/guitar and Kurt Pietro (drummer of Skinny Molly) replaced Scott Craig on drums. In the summer of 2011 Charlie Hargrett was replaced by Randy Peak.
In 2012, Rickey Medlocke reformed Blackfoot with a completely new line-up (see Members below), with him acting as their producer. Walker, Hargrett, Estes and Pietro subsequently regrouped under the band name Fired Guns. In 2015, Walker, Hargrett, Barth and Ullman began performing together again under the band name Warrior's Pride. Medlocke continues to perform with Lynyrd Skynyrd. On August 5, 2016, Blackfoot released their first album in 20 years, Southern Native. The video for the song and samples were released on August 2, 2016 via regular channels and social media. Although there are no founding members of the band in its current lineup, Medlocke joins the band onstage for certain concerts. The new lineup made their live debut at Gottrocks in Greenville, South Carolina on June 11, 2021 with an 82 minute set including two songs (In The Night, Payin' For It) that were never previously performed in concert.
There is more than one artist with this name, also including:
2) Blackfoot was a British rock band previously called Blackfoot Sue. The band released When Will I See You Again / Lay the Real Thing on Me in 1977.
3) Blackfoot was a New Zealand Christian band.
4) Blackfoot was a Zambian garage rock band. Members were Alfred Yabe, Garry Musopa, George Kabale, and Ottiman Mpondzi. A relatively lo-fi recording of one of their songs is available on the 2017 collection "Welcome to Zamrock!"
RAINBOW
Blackfoot Lyrics
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Headed out for southern California
Lookin' for some fun like any other
And the open skies
Alabama, Mississippi and Louisiana
Even past right through Texarkana
Lord I know that time is truly wastin'
Not getting any younger
I'm runnin' round here, and I'm looking for a pot of gold
They tell me that it sits at the end of an old rainbow
See the movie star up in the spotlight. She's growing old
And they tell me that it sits at the end of an old rainbow
Well I fell in love with a girl out in Texas
Then her daddy had me arrested
All I did was stop for some dancin', and a couple of beers
Then they ran my butt on into Arizona
Heard I was wanted out in Oklahoma
Made me feel like I was an outlaw
It might've been my long hair
I'm runnin' round here, I'm looking for that pot of gold
And they tell me that it sits at the end of an old rainbow
See the guitar man up in the spotlight, he's growing old
They tell me that it sits at the end of an old rainbow
And they left me that it sits at the end of an old rainbow
Now I'm sittin' out here I'm lonely in Nebraska
How the hell'd I get to Alaska
Would of thought by now I'd learn my lesson
But you can never tell
I'm runnin' round here, still looking for a pot of gold
And they tell me that it sits at the end of an old rainbow
I see the mileage on my face, am I growing old
And they tell me that it sits at the end of an old rainbow
The song "Rainbow" by Blackfoot is a travelogue of a man who leaves his home in Florida and heads to Southern California in search of adventure and fun. Along the way, he encounters various obstacles like being arrested in Texas and Oklahoma due to his long hair and constant moving. The lyrics suggest that the man is looking for something that he believes will bring him happiness and success - a pot of gold at the end of an old rainbow. The song also touches upon the theme of growing old and the realization that time is running out.
The chorus of the song emphasizes the man's pursuit of finding the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow. It is a common phrase used to describe an unattainable goal or a search for something that doesn't exist. The man sees the movie star and the guitar player make it big in the entertainment industry, but they too grow old, and he is left wondering if the pot of gold really exists or not. The line "See the mileage on my face, am I growing old" reflects the man's realization that time waits for nobody, and he cannot continue searching forever.
The song's lyrics paint a picture of a man who is constantly on the move, hoping to find something better. However, despite the ups and downs, he never loses his sense of humor and optimism. The song ends with the man feeling lonely and lost in Nebraska, wondering how he ended up in Alaska. It is left to the listener's interpretation if the man ever finds what he is looking for or if it was a fruitless search all along.
Line by Line Meaning
Well I left my home at the north end of Florida
I departed from my original residence located in the northern part of Florida.
Headed out for southern California
I decided to travel to the southern part of California.
Lookin' for some fun like any other
I was searching for some enjoyment as anyone else would do.
And the open skies
The vast skies were visible to me as I embarked on my journey.
Alabama, Mississippi and Louisiana
I traveled across the regions of Alabama, Mississippi, and Louisiana.
Even past right through Texarkana
I went through Texarkana during my travels.
Lord I know that time is truly wastin'
I am aware that I do not have an unlimited amount of time to enjoy myself.
Not getting any younger
I am getting older, and time is not slowing down.
I'm runnin' round here, and I'm looking for a pot of gold
I am running around, hoping to find some great treasure.
They tell me that it sits at the end of an old rainbow
People have informed me that the treasure could be discovered at the end of an ancient rainbow.
See the movie star up in the spotlight. She's growing old
I have observed a well-known celebrity under the spotlight who is getting older.
Well I fell in love with a girl out in Texas
I fell in love with a girl while I was in Texas.
Then her daddy had me arrested
Her father got me arrested for some reason.
All I did was stop for some dancin', and a couple of beers
I only took a break to enjoy some dancing and have a few beers.
Then they ran my butt on into Arizona
I was then taken to Arizona for some reason.
Heard I was wanted out in Oklahoma
I learned that I was wanted in Oklahoma for some reason.
Made me feel like I was an outlaw
I felt like a criminal due to my situation.
It might've been my long hair
Perhaps my long hair was a factor in my arrest and mistreatment.
And they left me that it sits at the end of an old rainbow
People have mentioned to me that the treasure I am searching for may be located at the end of a historic rainbow.
Now I'm sittin' out here I'm lonely in Nebraska
I am currently in Nebraska and feeling lonely.
How the hell'd I get to Alaska
I am confused about how I ended up in Alaska.
Would of thought by now I'd learn my lesson
I assumed I would have learned from my past experiences and changed my behavior.
But you can never tell
However, you can never predict or anticipate what will happen in your life.
I see the mileage on my face, am I growing old
I am noticing the physical aging process and how it shows on my face.
And they tell me that it sits at the end of an old rainbow
I keep hearing from others that the treasure I am seeking is located at the conclusion of an aged and classic rainbow.
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: BENJAMIN J RAPPA, RICK MEDLOCKE
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