In 1996, the band played the very first Ozzfest. In 1997, their first album Coal Chamber was released; it produced one single and a video, "Loco" (the video was also added after the end credits of Dee Snider's horror film Strangeland, the soundtrack for which the band also recorded an exclusive song).
Their second album Chamber Music followed in 1999. Between the releases, Foss married Sevendust drummer Morgan Rose and became pregnant, necessitating another bass player on tour, a role filled by Nadja Peulen. Foss came back for the recording of Coal Chamber's third album, Dark Days (2002), but left after the studio sessions to raise her daughter. The band's only single and video was the song "Fiend."
Their 4th album Rivals released on May 19th, 2015. The singles on it were I.O.U Nothing and Rivals. It stepped away from the gothic elements from the last 2 albums and was described as groove/nu metal. They disbanded a year after the album was released.
They reunited in 2022, and so far no hints of new music will be released.
Big Truck
Coal Chamber Lyrics
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So have fast too fast don't realize
Have hand on wheel set the sights drive with me
Too fast too fast don't realize
So have fast too fast don't recognize
Have hand on wheel set the sights drive with me
Said move said move it
Somebody better come and drive me
Big truck
Ain't no grave gonna hold my body down
Ain't no grave gonna hold hold my body, hold my
Body
Big truck, come on
The lyrics to Coal Chamber's song "Big Truck" can be interpreted as a call to action or a challenge to the listener to push beyond their perceived limits. The repeated phrases of "Too small, too small don't compromise" and "Too fast, too fast don't realize" suggest that the singer is urging the listener to take risks and push the boundaries of their comfort zone. The lines "Have hand on wheel, set the sights, drive with me" reinforce the idea that the singer is in control and encouraging the listener to come along for the ride.
The chorus of the song features the repeated phrase "Big truck", which can be interpreted as a symbol of power or strength. The lyrics "Ain't no grave gonna hold my body down" further emphasize this idea of strength and resilience in the face of adversity. The final verse, which includes the line "Somebody better come and drive me", can be read as a challenge to the listener to take control and lead the way, rather than waiting for someone else to do it.
Line by Line Meaning
Too small too small don't compromise
Don't settle for less, aim for more.
So have fast too fast don't realize
Speeding through life may cause you to miss important details and opportunities.
Have hand on wheel set the sights drive with me
Take control of your life, aim high, and come along for the ride!
Moving motion
Keep moving forward, never stand still.
Said move said move it
Let's get a move on, no time to waste!
Somebody better come and drive me
I need someone to support and join me on this journey.
Big truck
Metaphor for the journey of life, which requires a strong and resilient vehicle to navigate it.
Ain't no grave gonna hold my body down
I won't let anything hold me back, not even death.
Ain't no grave gonna hold hold my body, hold my Body
Reaffirming my determination to face life and its challenges head-on, with no fear of the unknown.
Big truck, come on
Let's keep going, even when the road gets tough!
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: BRADLEY JAMES FAFARA, MIGUEL RASCON, MIKE COX, RAYNA FOSS
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