Cornmeal has never been a band to shy away from reinvention and after over 15 years, they are proving just that as the band sets out with a reformed lineup, fresh energetic sound and a long awaited first studio album in over 9 years. A nationally recognized live music institution, Cornmeal is heavily influenced by American roots and folk music and seamlessly blends lightning fast tempos and impeccable harmonies into an unrivaled live performance that continues to expand upon the five-piece acoustic-electric groups’ vast musical repertoire. While steeped in the tradition of the past, Cornmeal continues to forge a path all their own, pushing the boundaries of bluegrass, Americana and folk for a whole new generation of music lovers. With a growing fan base and ever-evolving sound, Cornmeal challenges the recipe of bluegrass and live performance.
With the release of their debut album "In The Kitchen" (2001 Livin' Live records), Cornmeal secured its place as one of the top bands in its genre. 2003’s “Tales from Magic Stone Mountain” (Livin’ Live records) garnered much critical attention and became a staple on College and AAA top 10 lists throughout the country. In May of 2006, Cornmeal released their third album, “Feet First”, which became proof positive that Cornmeal’s tenure on the road brought on an honest and mature sound. Produced by former guitarist Kris Nowak and bassist Chris Gangi, "Feet First" features a strong confidence in songwriting, musicianship and the ability of this band to stylistically ride the fence and bring it back home without missing a step.
In the beginning of 2010, Cornmeal released their first live album, “Live in Chicago, IL Vol. I” (2010 Livin’ Live Records), an album that pays tribute to the fans. Towards the end of 2011, Cornmeal released the follow up, “Live in Chicago, IL Vol. II” (2011 Livin’ Live Records). During this time the band went into the studio set to record their first album in over 5 years. Self produced by bassist Chris Gangi and tracked in Chicago at the prestigious Rax Trax recording studios, the process was cut short due to lineup changes and the album was shelved. After almost a year of auditions, rehearsals and wood shedding new material the band is poised to return to the same recording space to finish the album polishing the old material and setting forward with a new sound, new songs and a fresh perspective on the future.
While playing a blend of high profile venues, jam-band and bluegrass festivals to thousands nationally, Cornmeal has been a main stage act at some of the most renowned festivals in the country. These festivals include Telluride Bluegrass Festival, Magnolia Fest, Wakarusa Music Festival, and Summer Camp Music Festival as well as having performed on multiple stages at Bonnaroo, All Good Music Festival, High Sierra Music Festival, 10K Lakes, and many others. They pride themselves on the energy they put forth each night creating an unrivalled live performance that continues to shape itself into an energetic one of a kind experience. “Live in Chicago, IL Vol. I & II” prove that Cornmeal continues to be a band to watch out for. Every show they play is a unique experience that leaves fans begging for more.
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LOST LOVE
Cornmeal Lyrics
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Beware all you hustlers to what I say to you.
Better quit the way you dog your girl, start walking straight and true.
You better leave your friends behind and quit your drinkin too.
For if you don't heed your woman, she'll walk right out on you.
I came home from drinking one night at half passed 4.
When I awoke, a note I found on the kitchen door.
"I told you not to come home late now I'm gone this time for sure".
I went to see her mother, I went to see her pa.
They told me that I was too late, she'd caught The Cannonball.
They said she went to Birmingham to see her sister Lu.
But that was 7 weeks ago now baby, where are you?
Chorus
Lost Love, oh where are you tonight?
Come on back baby you know I'll treat you right.
Lost Love oh where are you tonight?
Believe me baby I know that you were right.
People say you're gonna reap just what you sow.
Well I found out the hard way that it's true.
After all I'm just a man but i guess that ain't enough
To keep a little honey-lamb like you.
Now I dearly loved that woman but i didn't treat her right.
I made her stay at home while I'd go drinking half the night.
I took her love for granted an she walked right out on me.
And left me here to contmplate in pain and misery.
Chorus
The song "Lost Love" by Cornmeal is a cautionary tale for hustlers who treat their partners badly. The lyrics suggest that men who cheat on their girlfriends, spend too much time drinking and ignore their significant others could end up alone. The singer warns that a woman will walk out on a man if he doesn't heed her advice. The song describes the regret and pain felt by the singer who has lost his love. The singer was drinking one night and passed out only to discover a note from his girlfriend saying that she was leaving him. He visits her family to find out where she went but discovers that she has caught a train to Birmingham to see her sister Lu. The singer is left wondering where his lost love is and whether he will ever be able to get her back.
The song portrays the theme of regret and teaches a lesson on how to treat people. The chorus "Lost Love, oh where are you tonight? Come on back baby you know I'll treat you right" expresses the strong desire of the singer to get his love back and promises that if he does, he will treat her better. The lyrics show the singer's realization that he didn't treat her right as he "made her stay at home while I'd go drinking half the night" and "took her love for granted." The song highlights the consequences of not appreciating the one you love and taking them for granted.
Line by Line Meaning
Beware all you hustlers to what I say to you.
I advise all the reckless people to listen to my words.
Better quit the way you dog your girl, start walking straight and true.
Stop mistreating your girl and be honest with her.
You better leave your friends behind and quit your drinkin too.
Part ways with bad company and stop drinking as well.
For if you don't heed your woman, she'll walk right out on you.
If you don't pay attention to your woman, she'll leave you.
I came home from drinking one night at half passed 4.
I returned home late one night after drinking excessively.
I couldn't make the bedroom so I passed out on the floor.
I was unable to make it to the bedroom and fell asleep on the floor.
When I awoke, a note I found on the kitchen door.
Upon waking up, I discovered a note on the kitchen door.
"I told you not to come home late now I'm gone this time for sure".
The note read, "I warned you about coming home late, I have now left for sure."
I went to see her mother, I went to see her pa.
I visited her parents in an attempt to find her.
They told me that I was too late, she'd caught The Cannonball.
They informed me that she had left with a train named The Cannonball.
They said she went to Birmingham to see her sister Lu.
They said she had gone to Birmingham to visit her sister Lu.
But that was 7 weeks ago now baby, where are you?
It has been 7 weeks now, where are you, my love?
People say you're gonna reap just what you sow.
It is said that you will face the consequences of your actions.
Well I found out the hard way that it's true.
I learned this lesson the hard way, and it turned out to be true.
After all I'm just a man but i guess that ain't enough
I am only a human being, but I realize now that it's not enough.
To keep a little honey-lamb like you.
To keep a lovely and affectionate woman like you.
Now I dearly loved that woman but i didn't treat her right.
I loved that woman deeply, but I didn't treat her with the respect she deserved.
I made her stay at home while I'd go drinking half the night.
I would force her to stay at home while I would go out drinking for hours.
I took her love for granted an she walked right out on me.
I did not value her love enough, and she left me because of it.
And left me here to contmplate in pain and misery.
Now, I am left in this state of sorrow and regret.
Lost Love, oh where are you tonight?
Oh, my lost love, where are you tonight?
Come on back baby you know I'll treat you right.
Please come back, my love, I promise I will treat you well.
Lost Love oh where are you tonight?
My love, please tell me where you are tonight.
Believe me baby I know that you were right.
Trust me, my love, I understand that you were right to leave me.
Contributed by Brayden H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.