Sound
Coming out during a time when rock music was dominated by post-grunge, nu-metal, and alternative rock, Buckcherry performed a sleazy Rock N' Roll that was more inspired by AC/DC, Guns N' Roses, and Black Crowes than Nirvana and Pearl Jam. On their debut record, they successfully trod heavy metal territory while managing to stay hard rock, while on Time Bomb, the band took their sleaze to an extreme with an excess of profanity and attitude.
History
Buckcherry was formed after Josh Todd met guitarist Keith Nelson through their tattoo artist after discovering a common love of AC/DC. The duo made a few demos before being joined by bassist Jonathan Brightman and drummer Devon Glenn. Buckcherry began preforming the Hollywood club scene, recieving a strong, local following due to their old school Rock N' Roll vibe.
The band added a second guitarist, Yogi, and were signed to DreamWorks Records shortly after. The band released their self titled debut in 1999 to critical praise. The album, produced by Terry Date, who produced albums for Soundgarden, Mother Love Bone, and Pantera, and ex-Sex Pistol Steve Jones, produced three modern rock chart hits with the singles, Lit Up, Check Your Head, and For The Movies.
The band's profile had been raised by summer 2000 with help from touring and decided to release their follow up album Time Bomb in 2001. The album was considered a disappointment after the very promising debut by many critics, and naturally, didn't fare as well as the first on the charts. The All Music Guide noted that "For a second record, it's surprising how jaded and nihilistic they are already."
Buckcherry performed opening dates for heroes AC/DC in the spring and recieved increased fanfare. However, in an unexpected turn of events, Josh Todd left the band to pursue a solo career in July 2002, leading to the bands demise.
The band was held on ice for over two years while Todd pursued a solo career. The post-grunge solo effort You Made Me turned out to be a failure, leading to Todd and Nelson to reform Buckcherry in early 2005. Joined by rhythm guitarist Stevie D., bassist Jimmy Ashhurst, and drummer Xavier Muriel, the band recorded their third album Fifteen and released it exclusively in Japan.
The band had been asked to open for Mõtley Crūe for a Japanese leg in December 2005, and began a headlining club tour in Spring 2006 a few weeks prior to the release of their third album, Fifteen. The album debuted at No.48 on the Billboard Top 200, selling over 26,000 copies in its 1st week. In May 2006, it was announced that the band had signed a deal with Atlantic Records via long-term deal with Eleven Seven Music. Their latest album is now being marketed by Lava/Atlantic, and reached a new peak of #41 on the Billboard Top 200 in the August 19, 2006 issue.
With "Crazy Bitch", Buckcherry gained their second major mainstream hit (following "Lit Up"), as the song hit #3 on the Mainstream Rock chart, #13 on Modern Rock, and became the first Buckcherry song to cross over to the Billboard Hot 100, where it hit #59, and also landed at #52 on the Billboard Pop 100, and #37 on Billboard's Hot Digital Songs chart. The song's success was largely driven by its success on the radio, as MTV rejected the band's initial video, demanding more than 80 cuts.
On Tuesday, May 30th, 2006, after a fan-made video for "Crazy Bitch" spread across the internet, the band, in a posting that appeared on their MySpace and Buckcherry.com, announced that they were accepting submissions from fans with their own videos, and would feature more interpretations of "Crazy Bitch" in the weeks to come. The original fan video was later submitted to MTV, before being passed over in favor of an edited version of the original clip, with added live footage.
Ridin
Buckcherry Lyrics
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We're fucking it I'm going crazy
Another down which way to roll, and you know
We're takin' it?go on..
Stoned baby loves to go ridin'
She likes it 'cause she's sick in the head
Lights down music loud and you know
Chorus:
We're going ridin'
We're gonna find a way
We're going ridin'
And when the fear has left you'll put one down and go on
Phat like a fiend on a payday
The crazy days are takin' me down
And if you think the road's a bore
Well you know, you're faking it?go on
You're so upset but complacent
I know a place that you oughta go
Calvin's in the back, your face in my lap and let's roll
Chorus
All the way from the west side of town
We get up and we never come down
Got the juice and we're loose
'Cause we want to get wasted
Alright alright oh yeah
Fucked from the left side down
Mom and dad are out of town
You know they don't like it
When you're stoned
Chorus
Chorus
The song "Ridin" by Buckcherry is a powerful rock anthem that speaks about living life on the edge and chasing adrenaline rushes. The opening lyrics set the tone for the rest of the song, where the lead singer shouts out to his bandmates to get ready and join in on the wild ride that's about to ensue. The chorus of the song is catchy and upbeat, with the lyrics "We're going ridin', we're gonna find a way" repeating to emphasize the adventurous spirit of the band.
The second verse of the song highlights the singer's love interest, a girl who is just as wild and reckless as him. The phrase "Stoned baby loves to go ridin'" implies that they're both adrenaline junkies who enjoy taking risks and making questionable decisions. The bridge of the song features a rap-like delivery from the lead vocalist, where he talks about the joys of getting high and living carefree. The song ends with a final chorus that reiterates the message of the song, and the line "when the fear has left you" gives a sense of liberation and freedom that comes with letting go of inhibitions.
Overall, the song aims to celebrate the thrill of living dangerously and pushing boundaries. While the lyrics may be criticized for promoting irresponsible behavior, they also highlight the importance of having fun and taking risks in life. The song's upbeat tempo and catchy chorus have made it a popular choice for live performances and a classic rock anthems.
Line by Line Meaning
Everyone take your places
The group is getting ready for their favorite activity.
We're fucking it I'm going crazy
They are so excited that they are unable to control themselves.
Another down which way to roll, and you know
They are looking for new experiences and are ready to move on to the next one.
We're takin' it?go on..
They are ready to take on the challenge and move forward to achieve their goal.
Stoned baby loves to go ridin'
The person they are referring to loves to go on their favorite activity while high.
She likes it 'cause she's sick in the head
The person they are referring to has some mental health issues that they enjoy putting to rest by going on their favorite activity.
Lights down music loud and you know
The atmosphere is created by low lights and loud music so they can enjoy ridin'.
We're makin' it?oh yeah
They are succeeding in their goal and having a great time.
We're going ridin'
They are going on their favorite activity.
We're gonna find a way
They are willing to explore and find unique ways to make the experience more enjoyable.
And when the fear has left you'll put one down and go on
Once they conquer their fears, they will enjoy themselves even more.
Phat like a fiend on a payday
They are excited and happy, like a fiend who just got paid.
The crazy days are takin' me down
The enjoyment and intense activity is taking a toll on them, but they are ready to push through.
And if you think the road's a bore
If the current activity becomes boring, they are willing to try something else.
Well you know, you're faking it?go on
If someone is faking the enjoyment, they are encouraged to try something else.
You're so upset but complacent
A person is upset about something but unwilling to change the situation or try something different.
I know a place that you oughta go
The artist is suggesting a different activity or location.
Calvin's in the back, your face in my lap and let's roll
They are engaging in sexual activity while enjoying their favorite pastime.
All the way from the west side of town
They have traveled a long way to participate in their favorite activity.
We get up and we never come down
They are so excited about the activity that they do not want to stop and come down from the high.
Got the juice and we're loose
'Cause we want to get wasted
They have a lot of energy and are feeling loose because they want to get high.
Fucked from the left side down
They are so turned on and full of energy from the left side of their body down.
Mom and dad are out of town
You know they don't like it
When you're stoned
They are indulging in their favorite activity while their parents are away and know that their parents do not approve of them being high.
Chorus
Refrain of the song.
Chorus
Refrain of the song.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: DEVON GLENN, JONATHAN BRIGHTMAN, JOSHUA TODD GRUBER, KEITH NELSON, YUGOMIR LONICH
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@santamariashark
Buckcherrys "Timebomb" is one of the most underrated rock albums of ALL TIME!
@chriscampbell9191
It was kickass, just like this track.
@underhear_1544
truth!
@breehunt9546
I love how he doesn't just stand in front of the microphone. He gets up moves around, I never get bored watching his music videos over and over again. 😍🔥😁👏💖🎉🎶
@bobby8536
Ahh, the original line up. When Buckcherry was pure rock n roll
@howardcamp1291
Hell yeah. Those guys gotta still be kicking themselves for quitting the band...
@camdenwalls2231
Fuck yeah! I really miss them guys
@qriminal1648
Yeah those first two albums are far superior to everything after.
@Rooster003
@@howardcamp1291 did they quit?
@howardcamp1291
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