Despite diminishing success in the United States as the decade progressed, the band remained very popular in Asia, mainly in countries like Japan, Thailand, and Singapore. FireHouse continued to release new material throughout the late 1990s and into the early 2000s, most of which has successfully charted in Japan. The band has also continued to tour internationally as of 2007, having participated twice in the annual Rock Never Stops Tour with other bands of the 1980s. FireHouse is estimated to have sold over 6 million albums worldwide since their debut.
In December 2004, FireHouse became the first major international rock band to play concert dates in northeast India.[7] The band's first Indian concert date was in Shillong, followed by two more dates in Dimapur, and Aizawl.[7] The band's first Indian date, in Shillong When the Maharaja of Tripura Kirit Pradyot Deb Burman invited them, took place in front of a sold out stadium crowd of over 40,000, setting a record for that city.[5] The band toured in 2005, 2006, and launched another tour in 2007 visiting states in the Midwest United States such as North Dakota and playing at several festivals including Rocklahoma.[8] In a March 2007 interview, when asked about the band's next album, guitarist Bill Leverty said "we plan on going into the studio this coming winter. Hopefully, we’ll be able to get all the songs together and record them for a spring/summer release."[2] Regarding the future of the band, C.J. Snare commented that "this has been an incredible, incredible career. To do something that you love, to be an artist, to be an entertainer and to actually go out there and have fans all over the world and be able to make a living at it. As long as that's perpetuated, I don’t see any reason to ever stop."[5]
Band members
Originally composed of vocalist C.J. Snare, guitarist Bill Leverty, drummer Michael Foster, and bassist Perry Richardson, the band has maintained all of its original members with the exception of Richardson, who departed in 2000 due to conflict. Richardson was initially replaced by Bruce Waibel, but Waibel left in 2003 to spend more time with his family. Dario Seixas was brought on board to play bass on the band's 2003 album Prime Time, but he parted ways with the band shortly after the album was released. Current bassist Allen McKenzie was given the position in 2004.[3]
Guitarist Bill Leverty and C.J. Snare have both pursued solo careers, but neither have let their solo projects interfere with the band's studio and touring efforts. Leverty has released two solo albums; Wanderlust in 2004 and Southern Exposure in 2007, and when asked if he would ever tour in support of them, he said that it would be "extremely selfish" to do so while putting the band on hold.[9] Snare has commented in several interviews that he is working on a solo album, but such an album has yet to materialize.[5] Drummer Michael Foster has participated in Leverty's solo career by playing drums on both of his albums.
Current
C.J. Snare - vocals, keyboards (1989 - present)
Bill Leverty - guitars (1989 - present)
Michael Foster - drums (1989 - present)
Allen McKenzie - bass guitar (2004 - present)
Former
Perry Richardson - bass guitar (1989 - 1999)
Bruce Waibel - bass guitar (2000 - 2003)
Dario Seixas - bass guitar (2003)
Discography
Albums
FireHouse - August 21, 1990
Hold Your Fire - June 16, 1992
3 - April 11, 1995
Good Acoustics - October 8, 1996
Category 5 - October, 1998
Bring 'Em Out Live - December, 1999
O2 - November 7, 2000
Prime Time - August 12, 2003
2) Italian progressive metal band formed in 1986, which released its only album in 1994 entitled Labyrinth. The band is now split-up.
3) Firehouse is a Danish reggae sound system that has done a couple of support songs for the now torn down Ungdomshuset in Copenhagen.
In 2008 they gained a lot of airplay because of the song Du Får Ik’ Punani featuring Lady Smita.
They have also made the songs: Fremmed, Hård som Wozniacki, Snow Dub and Grammy
www.firehouse.dk
Oughta Be A Law
Firehouse Lyrics
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Ha, ha, ha
It's time to pull over and put 'em all down
Aaoo
Ooh, the lady in red, well she's drivin' me mad
Her very first offense was just lookin' at me
But that second glance was a felony
She's just too much for a man like me
They'd better lock her away and throw out the key
(There oughta be a law)
Against a girl like you
(Oughta be a law)
Against the things you do
(Oughta be a law)
For breakin' hearts in two
(There oughta be a law)
Against a girl like you
Against a girl like you, Baby
Ooh, the lady is cruel and she's breakin' the rules
If only looks could kill, she'd be killin' me
Guilty, murder one in the first degree
Ooh, the lady's unkind, she's got me doin' time
She's just too much for a man like me
They'd better lock her away and throw out the key
(There oughta be a law)
Against a girl like you
(Oughta be a law)
Against the things you do
(Oughta be a law)
For breakin' hearts in two
(There oughta be a law)
Against a girl like you
Against a girl like you, Baby
Uhh ahh
Ha, ha, ha
You know, I'm gonna take you downtown
Strip you down and throw you in the slammer, baby
I'm gonna throw the book at you, girl
Stick 'em up
(There oughta be a law)
Against a girl like you
(Oughta be a law)
Against the things you do
(Oughta be a law)
For breakin' hearts in two
(There oughta be a law against )
Yea, yea
(There oughta be a law)
Against a girl like you
(Oughta be a law)
Against the things you do
(Oughta be a law)
For breakin' hearts in two
(There oughta be a law)
Oh yea
(There oughta be a law)
Against a girl like you
(Oughta be a law)
Against the things you do
(Oughta be a law)
Broke my heart in two
(There oughta be a law)
(There oughta be a law)
Oughta be a law
(There oughta be a law)
The lyrics to Firehouse's "Oughta Be A Law" talk about a woman who has committed a "crime" just by catching the attention of the singer with her looks. He goes on to describe her as cruel, breaking the rules, and breaking hearts. The chorus repeats the phrase "there oughta be a law" multiple times, suggesting that the woman's actions are so punishable that they should be made illegal. The verses continue with the singer's infatuation with the woman, despite acknowledging how much trouble she is causing him.
The song possibly showcases a toxic male persona, where the singer objectifies the female protagonist, and seeks revenge for the pain he believes she has caused him. It portrays a misogynistic angle, emphasizing that females are responsible for male desire and lust, and that their beauty and attractiveness somehow lead men to their own criminal activities. The song seems to have been written from a male perspective, with no attempt to give a fair portrayal of the woman involved, thereby painting a one-dimensional and exaggerated caricature of the character.
Line by Line Meaning
Up against the wall and spread baby
Intentional hyperbole to describe physical subordination of the subject to express dominance over them
Ha, ha, ha
Expression of amusement, potentially insincere
It's time to pull over and put 'em all down
Indication of a desire to exert authority over someone, although not necessarily through violent means
Ooh, the lady in red, well she's drivin' me mad
Expressing romantic frustration towards an attractive woman. The artist appears to be obsessed with her.
Her very first offense was just lookin' at me
Exaggeration to emphasize the artist's own attraction to the woman, stating that simply looking at him is a crime
But that second glance was a felony
Further exaggeration to emphasize the woman's irresistible nature. The singer likens her attractive nature to a serious criminal offense
Ooh, the lady's so fine, but I think it's a crime
The singer is struggling to reconcile his attraction towards the woman with what he deems to be appropriate behavior
She's just too much for a man like me
The artist feels overpowered by the woman's allure and is unable to resist her
They'd better lock her away and throw out the key
Another exaggeration to emphasize the artist's frustration with the woman. The suggestion to lock her away expresses his desire to be free from her influence
(There oughta be a law)
Recurring statement of the artist's frustration and desire to regain control over his life
Against a girl like you
Specifically, the singer feels that the woman is what ought to be against the law, rather than anything else
(Oughta be a law)
See previous explanation
Against the things you do
The singer sees the woman's actions as problematic, although he does not explicitly describe what these actions are
For breakin' hearts in two
The singer feels hurt by the woman's actions, although again he does not describe them in detail
(Against a girl like you)
Repetition of the chorus to emphasize the message
Ooh, the lady is cruel and she's breakin' the rules
The artist now sees the woman as actively working against him, and breaking social norms
If only looks could kill, she'd be killin' me
Expression of the dramatic power the woman holds over the artist, suggesting that even her appearance is deadly to him
Guilty, murder one in the first degree
Exaggeration to emphasize the singer's frustration and feelings of betrayal towards the woman. The level of his pain is compared to the highest degree of murder
Ooh, the lady's unkind, she's got me doin' time
Metaphorically, the pain inflicted upon the singer by the woman feels like a prison sentence
They'd better lock her away and throw out the key
Repetition of a previous statement, expressing a desire to be free from the woman's influence
(There oughta be a law against)
Repetition of a phrase, emphasizing the artist's frustration
Yea, yea
Expression of agreement with previous statements
(There oughta be a law)
Repetition of a phrase, emphasizing the singer's final statement
Broke my heart in two
The woman's actions have caused the artist significant emotional damage, driving home the extent of his frustration and despair
(There oughta be a law)
Final repetition of a phrase, emphasizing the singer's final statement
Oughta be a law
Final, definitive statement of the chorus
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: DAN PENN, GARY NICHOLSON
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