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
Two Sides
Firehouse Lyrics
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One works by the light of the day and the other one works at night
They both live so differently but they are so much alike
They both want the very same thing just to have a better way of life
You know you can't take sides 'cause no one's wrong or right
So don't make up you mind take another look before you decide
'Cause there are two sides to every story
Two different ways of looking at exactly the same thing
Two sides to every story
So don't make up your mind 'til ya hear the story from me
One nation's weak, one nation's strong
Two people side by side but they just can't get along
All war's too big ya know, no war's too small
One wants just a little piece and the other one wants it all
You know you can't take sides 'cause no one's wrong or right
So don't make up you mind take another look before you decide
[Chorus:]
Don't make up you mind there are two sides you'll see
Oh so let me tell it to you straight you gotta open up your eyes
You'll see perspective's everything and you just might change your mind
[Chorus:]
The lyrics of Firehouse's song Two Sides talk about the fact that there are always two sides to every story or situation. The song starts off describing two men of different races who live and work differently, but are essentially the same because they both have the same goal of a better way of life. Similarly, the song moves on to talking about two nations, one weak and one strong, who cannot get along because one wants a little peace while the other wants it all. The song highlights the fact that we need to look at things from both perspectives before making a decision.
The chorus summarizes the concept of the song, explaining that there are always two different ways of looking at the same thing, and we need to hear both sides of the story before making up our minds. We shouldn't take sides, as no one is entirely wrong or right, and we need to take another look before making decisions.
The lyrics of this song have a very important and powerful message that is still relevant today. Through the lyrics of this song, Firehouse reminds us that even when two different people, nations or groups of individuals are involved, we should always be open to listening to both sides of a story before formulating our opinion.
Line by Line Meaning
One man is black, one man is white
There are two people who look different from each other - one is black and the other is white.
One works by the light of the day and the other one works at night
Their jobs are at different times of the day - one works during the day while the other works at night.
They both live so differently but they are so much alike
Even though they have different lifestyles, they are similar in their desires.
They both want the very same thing just to have a better way of life
Their common desire is to improve their standard of living.
You know you can't take sides 'cause no one's wrong or right
This situation is not about right or wrong, so it's important to not take sides.
So don't make up you mind take another look before you decide
Rather than quickly deciding, it's better to reassess and look at the situation from all angles.
'Cause there are two sides to every story
Every situation has different perspectives that should be considered.
Two different ways of looking at exactly the same thing
There can be opposing views on the same issue.
One nation's weak, one nation's strong
Two nations are being compared - one is strong while the other is weak.
Two people side by side but they just can't get along
Even though two people are together, they still have conflict.
All war's too big ya know, no war's too small
Violence is never insignificant and has consequences.
One wants just a little piece and the other one wants it all
The desires of the two parties are in conflict.
Don't make up your mind there are two sides you'll see
It's important to keep an open mind and consider all viewpoints.
Oh so let me tell it to you straight you gotta open up your eyes
Listen to what I'm saying and be open to understanding different perspectives.
You'll see perspective's everything and you just might change your mind
By considering different viewpoints, you may gain a new understanding and change your original position.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: LEVERTY, SNARE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Clayton Kaminski
good song, good message, still relevant today. Obviously
Jrzeni Zeni
Underrated
freepict
Bravo Two side
RisingSunKustoms
I think RLR is one of those guys who farts in the bathtub and bites at the bubbles LOL
YouSoSpice
He's not the brightest bulb in the box, you could say.