In 1994 the band was signed to Capitol Records and released an album entitled Stomp Revival in Mid 1995. The band toured with some major acts during 1995-1996, including Bob Seger and Santana. During these touring years the band also featured Jason Dunaway on bass and Mickey Grimm on drums. During early 1996, Kenny Mims left the band and was replaced by former Walk The West fiddle/mandolin player Tramp. The band's relationship with Capitol soured and they split with the label, releasing their second album, "Traveler's Companion" on their own SuperDuperRecordings imprint. Sometime in late 1996, Jason and Mickey left the band, yet Johnson, Ward and Tramp soldiered on as a three piece. Traveler's Companion continued with their brand of self-described "Power Folk" music and featured a guest vocal appearance by fellow alt-country pioneer Lucinda Williams. In mid-1999 Bryan Ward exited the fold and the band recruited Nick Nguyen to handle guitar duties. Bonepony continued to tour the US and Canada with a break-neck schedule of 200 plus dates a year.
Bonepony's current lineup, Scott Johnson, Nicolas Nguyen, and Kenny Wright is responsible for the bands fourth studio CD, Feeling It. The effort pulls the Bonepony sound more towards the electric rock bands of the seventies, while still managing to stomp their way through rural tracks like "Lonely" and "Farewell". Bonepony is currently on tour in support of their live concert DVD Celebration Highway. Filmed at the Belcourt Theater in Nashville, the release captures the band's energetic live show and feature songs from all of their studio releases as well as unreleased songs seldom performed live. Guest musicians Mickey Grimm, Jason Dunaway and Chris Carmichael make Celebration Highway a memorable Bonepony show.
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Poor Boy Blues
Bonepony Lyrics
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Had a seven room house over an acre of land
But happiness was not his you see
Cause he works all day to feed his family
But all he want to do is stomp to the Poor Boy Blues
You know all he ever wants to do is stomp to the Poor Boy Blues
Stomp to the Poor Boy Blues
Now Angie May she never gave it away
Although the boys all bragged they'd had her
She wouldn't give in cause Momma said it's a sin
She liked to dance that's all that mattered...Yeah
All she want to do is stomp to the Poor Boy Blues
You know all she ever want to do is stomp to the Poor Boy Blues
Watch me work now
Well I've never been the perfect son
Work's not for me although it is for some
My Daddy says he just can't see
Why the Poor Boy Blues mean so much to me
All I want to do is stomp to the Poor Boy Blues
Ooooo, to the Poor Boy Blues
All I ever want to do is stomp to the Poor Boy Blues
Stomp to the Poor Boy Blues, yeah
Well, if your bills are paid, you think you've got it made
But satisfaction still ain't found ya'
Like the good book say just give it all away
Happiness will abound you
All you want to do is stomp to the Poor Boy Blues
All you'll want to do
Is stomp to the Poor Boy Blues
In Bonepony's song "Poor Boy Blues," the lyrics tell the stories of three different characters who all have the desire to dance and stomp to the "Poor Boy Blues." The first character is Georgie, a businessman who has a seven-room house on over an acre of land but is not happy because he works all day to support his family. Despite his success in the world of business, Georgie finds comfort and joy in the simplicity of the Poor Boy Blues. Angie May is the next character introduced in the song, who has a reputation of being promiscuous despite never actually giving herself away. She loves to dance and doesn't care what others think of her. The last character is the singer himself, who admits that he is not a perfect son and that work is not for him. However, he appreciates the Poor Boy Blues despite not fully understanding why they mean so much to him.
The Poor Boy Blues represents a sense of freedom and escape from the struggles and stresses of everyday life. For Georgie, it serves as a reminder that material possessions do not bring true happiness. For Angie May, it's a form of expression and freedom of spirit. For the singer, it's a source of happiness that he can't fully explain, despite not fitting into society's expectations of what he should be.
Overall, "Poor Boy Blues" is a song that delivers a powerful message about how we find happiness in life. It's a reminder that despite our relative positions in society, we all share a common desire for joy, freedom, and fulfillment.
Line by Line Meaning
Georgie was a business man
Georgie was a man who craved financial success and obtained it through his work in business
Had a seven room house over an acre of land
He was able to afford a large house and property to show off his wealth
But happiness was not his you see
Despite his wealth, he was still unhappy
Cause he works all day to feed his family
He spends all his time at work to support his family
But all he want to do is stomp to the Poor Boy Blues
Georgie desires to release himself from his daily struggles by dancing to the Poor Boy Blues
You know all he ever wants to do is stomp to the Poor Boy Blues
The Poor Boy Blues is the only way Georgie is able to relieve stress and find happiness
Stomp to the Poor BoyBlues
He only desires to dance to the Poor Boy Blues and forget his problems
Now Angie May she never gave it away
Despite the rumors, Angie May refused to engage in promiscuous behavior with men
Although the boys all bragged they'd had her
Despite their bragging, the boys did not succeed in having intimate relations with Angie May
She wouldn't give in cause Momma said it's a sin
Angie May was following her mother's guidance to not engage in premarital sex
She liked to dance that's all that mattered...Yeah
Dancing was one of her passions in life
All she want to do is stomp to the Poor Boy Blues
Dancing to the Poor Boy Blues is one of Angie May's favorite things to do
You know all she ever want to do is stomp to the Poor Boy Blues
Angie May only desires to dance to the Poor Boy Blues
Watch me work now
She is about to showcase her dancing skills
Well I've never been the perfect son
The singer acknowledges that he has not led a perfect life
Work's not for me although it is for some
He does not find enjoyment in working, but recognizes that others do
My Daddy says he just can't see
The artist's father cannot understand why he loves the Poor Boy Blues so much
Why the Poor Boy Blues mean so much to me
The Poor Boy Blues allows the singer to find happiness and escape the stresses of life
All I want to do is stomp to the Poor Boy Blues
The singer has a strong desire to dance to the Poor Boy Blues
Ooooo, to the Poor Boy Blues
The Poor Boy Blues provides the artist with a feeling of satisfaction and joy
All I ever want to do is stomp to the Poor Boy Blues
The Poor Boy Blues is the artist's favorite way to relax and find happiness
Stomp to the Poor Boy Blues, yeah
He only wants to dance to the Poor Boy Blues and let go of his worries
Well, if your bills are paid, you think you've got it made
If your finances are in order, you'd assume you have everything you need to be happy
But satisfaction still ain't found ya'
Despite good financial standing, something is still missing for true happiness
Like the good book say just give it all away
The Bible says giving away your possessions leads to true happiness
Happiness will abound you
Happiness will come to those who give away their material possessions
All you want to do is stomp to the Poor Boy Blues
Dancing to the Poor Boy Blues is a way to release stress and find happiness despite financial status
All you'll want to do
Dancing takes over all other wants
Is stomp to the Poor Boy Blues
Dancing to the Poor Boy Blues is the sole source of desire to find happiness
Contributed by Nolan Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@brettboutin5022
One of the greatest albums ever! Truly foot-stomping music🤩. This is our go to camping music. They came to Montana a couple times and absolutely killed it. Super nice guys too! Give them a try you will not be disappointed! Love you Bonepony🤩🥰👍👌
@Muffmiester79
I met and saw these guys perform at a bar in Fayetteville AR. around 2005. They were extremely nice guys and I liked their music so much I bought a cd and a T-SHIRT they autographed for me that I'm wearing as I type to support the band.
@Oldfashionedmawmaw
My favorite album to this day!!
@BSbull
I was introduced to these men in 1993 at the age of 8 at the very first concert I attended... Bob Seger.
@madmanofamargosa
Still have this original CD. Got it when they were touring for it. They opened for Rusted Root, good times. Some of the best shows I've ever been to.
@wesenheimer
Had to special order this album (cd) back in the late 90's and then had to drive over an hour 1 way to pick it up. Times were hard! Great album!
@christopherboyd453
passed down from my pops love this!!! 🤘
@huchimoferez5571
My buddy knows them very well and they have played at our house several years ago. They are awesome.
@sierrazzelinski519
I love this whole album... :)
@WDBerry-bh4oe
As do I. Outstanding. From top to bottom !!