In the 1980s, Setzer fronted the popular rockabilly band, Stray Cats. Stray Cats caught America's attention with the 1982 album Built for Speed, which included the two Top Ten hits, Rock This Town (#9) and Stray Cat Strut (#3), as well as with the follow-up 1983 album Rant N Rave, which included the two successful singles (She's) Sexy + 17 (#5), and I Won't Stand In Your Way (#35).
In the 1990s, Setzer led a comeback of sorts for swing music and big band music, when he formed Brian Setzer Orchestra. The band has released 5 albums to date and one live DVD. This group had one hit, Jump, Jive, and Wail around the same time songs like the Cherry Poppin' Daddies Zoot Suit Riot had been received favorably in mainstream America.
Brian Setzer also recorded some solo albums during Stray Cats' break in the 1980s along with some in the 1990s. In 2001 he released an album titled Ignition with his band '68 Comeback Special. A new solo album titled Rockabilly Riot Vol. 1: A Tribute To Sun Records was released on July 26, 2005, in the United States.
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Sixty Years
Brian Setzer Lyrics
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Some people like to live
Where the livin' is good
Other people just like to live
Down in Hollywood
Some people say live and let live
On the edge of town
Hold me down
We only got sixty years on the planet
We only got sixty years on the planet
We only got sixty years on the planet
And if you get anymore
You might wish that you hadn't
Some people try to tell me
What I should be doin'
Spent all my money
My whole life screwin'
Well they can have it all
If that's what life means to them
I won't even care if it happens again.
We only got sixty years on the planet
We only got sixty years on the planet
We only got sixty years on the planet
And if you get anymore
You might wish that you hadn't
Well everybody in this fucked up town
Thinks that makin' money
Makes the world go round
Get off the phone
And open your eyes
You would see your own life
Just passin' you by
Nobody wants to talk about it
I guess that's true
But you'll know, yes you will
When your time is through
Saint Peter didn't put you here
For no reason at all
So when it's time to go
Oh brother stand tall
We only got sixty years on the planet
We only got sixty years on the planet
We only got sixty years on the planet
And if you get anymore
You might wish that you hadn't
We only got sixty years on the planet
We only got sixty years on the planet
We only got sixty years on the planet
And if you get anymore
You might wish that you hadn't
The song "Sixty Years" by Brian Setzer is about the importance of living life on your own terms and making the most of the time you have on this planet. The first verse talks about different people's preferences when it comes to the way they live, some preferring luxury and comfort, while others prefer the excitement of Hollywood. Setzer then sings about the advice he's been given about how he should live his life, but he's spent all his money and time doing what he wants, despite what others may say.
The chorus emphasizes the limited time we have on earth, with Setzer singing "We only got sixty years on the planet" over and over again. This can be interpreted as a reminder to make the most of your life and not waste any time on things that don't bring you fulfillment or happiness. The second verse talks about how people often get caught up in the pursuit of money and forget to enjoy the simple things in life. Setzer urges listeners to open their eyes and appreciate their own lives before it's too late.
The final verse is the most reflective, mentioning the inevitability of death and how important it is to make your life count while you're still alive. Setzer urges listeners to stand tall when it's time to leave this earth, suggesting that they live with integrity and pride.
Overall, "Sixty Years" is a song about living life to the fullest and enjoying the time we have on this planet. It's a reminder that life is short and that we should make the most of it.
Line by Line Meaning
Some people like to live where the livin' is good
Some individuals prefer living in places where the conditions and amenities are favorable and accommodating.
Other people just like to live down in Hollywood
Some people are drawn to the fame, glitz, glamour, and lifestyle in Hollywood.
Some people say live and let live on the edge of town
Some folks believe in peacefully coexisting and letting people be themselves even if they choose to live in the outskirts of town.
But don't nobody try to hold me down
However, no one should try to restrict or limit the artist and his pursuit of happiness in his own terms.
We only got sixty years on the planet
Human beings have limited time on earth.
And if you get anymore, you might wish that you hadn't
Acquiring more time beyond the allotted lifespan might bring about unpleasant and undesirable consequences.
Some people try to tell me what I should be doin'
Some individuals attempt to offer unwanted advice on how the singer should conduct his affairs.
Spent all my money my whole life screwin'
The artist has exhausted his funds engaging in pleasurable activities that may have been frowned upon by others.
Well, they can have it all if that's what life means to them
If other people find pleasure or fulfilment in what the artist had done, then they can have it.
I won't even care if it happens again
The artist is not bothered if he engages in those activities again in the future.
Well, everybody in this f***** up town thinks that makin' money makes the world go round
The people in the town believe that monetary gain is essential to keep the world moving.
Get off the phone and open your eyes
People should stop being overly engrossed in technology and engage in the real world actively.
You would see your own life just passin' you by
If one fails to observe and act upon opportunities presented to them, their life will whizz by without notable progress.
Nobody wants to talk about it, I guess that's true
People shy away from discussing the concept of death and limited lifespan openly.
But you'll know, yes, you will, when your time is through
Eventually, everyone will face their end, but when and how is unknown.
Saint Peter didn't put you here for no reason at all
People are born for a purpose and fulfilling that purpose is essential and satisfying.
So when it's time to go, oh, brother, stand tall
When it is time to face death, one should face it with dignity and acceptance.
Contributed by Connor F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Kevin Brown
when Brian 1st got into the business, he, and the stray cats had to go to another country just to play.
He believed, before people believed in him. bringing back the REAL music, and not comprising, he's a man of values and principles, thanks Brian, you do make a difference.
John Oman
Truth!!
Aaron Stephens
this song makes me want to drive really fast in my car
Mateus ESC
A Harley Davidson, actually
ZiplineShazam
+hurricanecalling Ya better do it soon, Ya only got 60 Years left
hurricanecalling
+Aaron Stephens This song makes me wont to buy a car, to drive in it really fast.
tripjet999
No dangerous drugs like tobacco, alcohol, marijuana, etc. needed with GREAT music like this!
C PA
one of his best
Kerri O'Sullivan
Pure rock n roll..love it
Drinkik
Heard this in a supermarket, love it!