Candlebox was known for an explosive live show and throughout their 8 year career, they toured with such bands as Living Colour, The Flaming Lips, Our Lady Peace, Rush, Henry Rollins, and Metallica. They were also a featured band on the main-stage at Woodstock '94 and made repeat live performances on the David Letterman show.
They are best known for the singles "Change", "You", "Far Behind" and "Simple Lessons". "Far Behind" entered Billboard's Top 20 in July of 1993 and didn't drop off the charts until January of 1994. The videos for "Far Behind" and "You" were in seemingly perpetual rotation on MTV and became two of the most requested videos of 1993.
Drummer Scott Mercado left the band in 1997 and was replaced by former Pearl Jam member Dave Krusen. Krusen later left the band in 1999 and was replaced by Shannon Larkin of Ugly Kid Joe. Bardi Martin also left the band that year, and was replaced by Rob Reddick (formerly of Dig). The band split in year 2000.
As of 2005, singer Kevin Martin is currently recording and performing as the leader of The Hiwatts. Peter Klett is currently recording and performing as the leader of redlightmusic.
In 2006, Candlebox has reunited with their original line-up. They went on a three-month North American tour beginning on July 1st of the same year. This marks their first collaboration since 1996.
In 2008, Candlebox released their fourth studio album called "Into the sun". This meant their return since 1998's Happy Pills. Also, they released a Live album called "Alive in Seattle" which includes tracks from all their past albums.
In 2009, Kevin Martin (along with Sean Hennesy, Candlebox's guitarist) helped form the super-group The Gracious Few with three of the members of the band LIVE. Functioning as lead singer, the band went on to release a self-titled album which accompanied an extensive tour. Though LIVE has reformed with a new lead singer, more material from The Gracious Few is said to be released in the future
10000 Horses
Candlebox Lyrics
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Ten thousand horses drag me down
Seems like the same you say
Ten thousand voices crying out
You put on yourself, you'll see
There's nothing left at all
Ten thousand fingers dragging me down down down
Never want to slow down
Never want to slow down
What I feel and what I know
It's all about to change
Seems like the same your ways of moving on
Ten thousand lies, you're washing your hands of everything else
So put on yourself you'll see
There's nothing left at all
Ten thousand stares they're bringing me down down down
Never want to slow down
I keep rollin' on
Never want to slow down
What I feel and what I know
Oh it feels like the strain
That everybody's giving to me
Won't let my hands get tied
I'm gonna ride it all out
Never gonna slow down this time
It's all about to change
Change from the past for knowledge tomorrow
Carries me on my way
I feel you pressing
These words left unspoken
Change for the sake, change for the sake of change
Seems like the same you say
Ten thousand cracks you're walking on
Fells like the same to say
Ten thousand voices calling on
You put on yourself
You'll see there's nothing left at all
But ten thousand horses bringing me down down down
Never want to slow down
I keep rollin' on
Never want to slow down
What I feel and what I know
Oh it feels like the strain
That everybody's giving to me
Won't let my hands get tied
I'm gonna ride it all out
Never gonna slow down this time
It's all about to change
The lyrics to Candlebox's song '10,000 Horses' depict the feeling of being weighed down by past actions and conversations that continue to haunt the present. The repetitiveness of phrases such as "Feels like the same today" and "Seems like the same you say", emphasize the overwhelming nature of the situation. The reference to "ten thousand horses" and "voices crying out" symbolize the weight of guilt and regret that is felt. Although the singer is aware that they need to move on and change, the "ten thousand fingers dragging me down" suggest that letting go is much easier said than done.
The lyrics also speak of the desire to keep pushing forward, to keep moving and never slow down. The phrase "Never want to slow down, I keep rollin' on" represents a resolute determination to overcome obstacles, even in the face of adversity. This is further emphasized by the line, "I'm gonna ride it all out, never gonna slow down this time." The singer acknowledges that change is necessary, but it will not be easy, and it is something that must be faced head-on to move forward.
Throughout the song, there is a sense of urgency and restlessness, as if the singer is on a journey to find redemption and peace. The repeated use of the word "change" adds to this sense of urgency and growth. The line, "Change from the past for knowledge tomorrow, carries me on my way," represents the idea that one must learn from their past to ensure a better future. Overall, the lyrics to '10,000 Horses' encourage the listener to confront their past, make peace with it, and keep pushing forward, even when it seems impossible to do so.
Line by Line Meaning
Feels like the same today
It feels like the same thing happening again today.
Ten thousand horses drag me down
I feel like I'm being dragged down by a huge number of heavy burdens or responsibilities.
Seems like the same you say
You are telling me that things seem to be repeating themselves.
Ten thousand voices crying out
It feels like I'm hearing a multitude of people expressing their opinions, demands or complaints.
You put on yourself, you'll see
There's nothing left at all
You are responsible for your own situation and if you look at it critically, you realize that there is nothing positive remaining.
Ten thousand fingers dragging me down down down
I feel like I'm being pulled down into negativity by a multitude of people or situations.
Never want to slow down
I keep rollin' on
I don't want to stop or give up, I want to keep moving forward.
What I feel and what I know
It's all about to change
I know change is coming and I'm emotionally preparing for it.
Seems like the same your ways of moving on
Ten thousand lies, you're washing your hands of everything else
It appears that you're using the same methods to move on from negative situations, but you're doing so by telling a multitude of lies to avoid responsibility.
Ten thousand stares they're bringing me down down down
I feel like a multitude of negative looks or attitudes are impacting me.
Oh it feels like the strain
That everybody's giving to me
Won't let my hands get tied
I'm gonna ride it all out
Never gonna slow down this time
It's all about to change
The strain of negativity from others won't hold me back, I'm going to endure it and the change I'm anticipating won't slow me down.
Change from the past for knowledge tomorrow
Carries me on my way
I'm using the lessons from my past to inform my present and ensure a brighter future.
I feel you pressing
These words left unspoken
Change for the sake, change for the sake of change
I sense pressure from you and some things are left unsaid, but change is necessary for the sake of change itself.
Ten thousand cracks you're walking on
Ten thousand voices calling on
You are walking on thin ice and I can hear a multitude of people calling out or criticizing you.
But ten thousand horses bringing me down down down
Despite everything, I still feel a weight of negativity or burden from a multitude of sources.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: BARDI DAVID MARTIN, DAVID KRUSEN, KEVIN COLIN MARTIN, PETER ANDREW KLETT
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@kristinkolln7263
One of the most underrated bands to come out of Seattle! I love me some Candlebox 💗🎤🎶🎸
@miameramusic
They were amazing. I think this might be my favorite song from them.
@user-tv8nb8bl2w
This song brings back so many childhood memories. every time I hear it I cry uncontrollably ❤
@davidpaz9389
I remember hearing this song on the radio back in 1998. Work had me in Borger, TX. The rock station in Amarillo would play this song. I never heard who the artist was or the title of the song. From then to now I heard it in my head countless times. I finally found it by searching the lyric "It feels like." It was as if this song really did not exist. Seriously, it would drive me nuts trying to find this song!!!
@jeffhirsch9782
How did this song not do better commercially??? Kind of an indictment of the commercial music industry. 17 years later, it still kicks serious ass. Thanks for loading it up.
@clarecairns3691
+jeff hirsch its 2015 I am in Spain and it is the best!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
@nathancooper2500
Facts
@bilbobaggins4710
@mach one PATHETIC....this is an epic fucking track from an amazingly talented band ...long live CANDLE BOX 🙋
@amysantos586
I think it is because it wasn't as grunge... He slowed it way down... But I do Like the song...☺️
@doorking
Maybe it was the lyrics.