Kris Keyes - Lead Vocals
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Kris Keyes - Lead Vocals
Marc Amendola - Guitar/Backup Vocals
Rob Sanzone - Bass
Opus - Drums/Backup Vocals
Tommy Hetz - Keyboards/Percussion -
Gargantua Soul, a.k.a. 'G-SOUL', has recently been identified in the press as the "Best Unsigned Band in the Country." As an independent band, Gargantua Soul has achieved considerable commercial and artistic success, recording three critically acclaimed and widely distributed albums, generating steady spins on commercial rock radio stations, featured in Metal Edge Magazine, Boston Soundcheck, Unsung Hero, and Connecticut Magazine, while also winning numerous national awards such as the 2002-03 Sobe / Q104.3 NYC / Hard Rock Cafe 'Rock the Rockies' National Battle of the Bands competition. G-SOUL was recently nominated for 3 of 3 submitted songs to the Billboard Songwriting Contest. G-Soul and/or their music has appeared on The Shield, MuchMusic USA, in the VH1 movie 'At Any Cost', Woodstock '99 on the "Emerging Artist's Stage," ESPN's 2002 XGAMES, USA's Farmclub TV, and the Howard Stern Show. Led by dynamic front-man Kris Keyes, G-Soul offers fans of cutting-edge, original music, a soaring and adept blend of hard rock styles fused with tribal percussion, chunky guitar riffs, and melodic vocal harmonies.
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Wolfvision
Gargantua Soul Lyrics
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He wakes in the morning to the needle
He sits on his bed and watches tv
Can I help you in the empty
On a night just like this, some nights agoi
I saw through my wall, a vision sublime
Driving while raging, I hit him, he die
It had it's own purpose,
Now I know why
I think it was ten, or maybe it's nine
The wolf's at my door, a brother of mine
His wisdom is deep, a soldier he be
Together we'll win, in time we will see
I was never quite the same,
I could never trace my life
Nationality he said is just a name
Since the wolf became a friend of mine
The trip would be long, the cold path was bare
Except for our heart, we just didn't care
The wolf led the way, the eyes are of mine
We run like the wind, we've tricked even time
Now every day, driving on the side of the road
I see my brother, I feel his calling
He tells me the forest lies in the city
For those who can't see it
For them he feels pity
I was never quite the same,
I could never trace my life
Nationality he said is just a name
Since the wolf became a friend of mine
The opening line of Gargantua Soul's "Wolfvision" sets the stage for a surreal and compelling narrative about a spiritual awakening. The singer reveals that their Buddha is a diabetic, and that he wakes up in the morning to inject himself with insulin. It's a surprising and unexpected detail that both humanizes the spiritual figure and highlights the medical struggles he faces. The singer then describes a night when they had a vision of a wolf, which they hit with their car. However, this incident appears to have been divinely ordained, as the wolf's sacrifice had a purpose that only becomes clear later on.
The wolf becomes a central figure in the song, representing a spiritual guide who helps the singer find their way in life. Together, the singer and the wolf embark on a journey that takes them deep into the forest, both physically and metaphorically. They eschew the conventions of society, such as nationality, and instead focus on a deeper sense of unity and brotherhood. Ultimately, the song suggests that the singer has undergone a profound transformation thanks to their experiences with the wolf. They see the world in a new way, and they have embraced a more spiritual and meaningful way of life.
Overall, "Wolfvision" is a poetic and thought-provoking song that explores themes of spirituality, brotherhood, and transformation. Through vivid imagery and powerful lyrics, Gargantua Soul creates a world that is at once fantastical and deeply rooted in reality.
Line by Line Meaning
My Buddha's a diabetic
My spiritual guide, my Buddha, suffers from diabetes, a chronic medical condition.
He wakes in the morning to the needle
He starts his day by taking insulin injections through a needle.
He sits on his bed and watches tv
My Buddha spends his time sitting on the bed, watching television.
Can I help you in the empty
In this emptiness, this void, can I assist you?
On a night just like this, some nights agoi
On a night very similar to this, just a few nights in the past.
I saw through my wall, a vision sublime
I had a beautiful, uplifting vision that appeared to come through the wall.
Driving while raging, I hit him, he die
While driving in a fit of anger, I collided with someone and caused their death.
It had it's own purpose,
This tragic event had a deeper meaning or purpose that has yet to be understood.
Now I know why
I finally understand the reasons behind this event.
I think it was ten, or maybe it's nine
I'm not quite sure, but I believe it was either ten or nine.
The wolf's at my door, a brother of mine
A wolf, who I consider to be my brother, is now at my door.
His wisdom is deep, a soldier he be
The wolf possesses great wisdom and is a warrior at heart.
Together we'll win, in time we will see
Working together, we will achieve victory, although it may take some time.
I was never quite the same,
After meeting the wolf, my life was forever changed.
I could never trace my life
I could never fully explain or understand the events and experiences of my life.
Nationality he said is just a name
According to the wolf, our nationality or place of origin is merely a label.
Since the wolf became a friend of mine
Ever since the wolf and I became friends, my perspective on life has shifted in a profound way.
The trip would be long, the cold path was bare
The journey we embarked on was going to be lengthy and arduous, with no signs of life around us.
Except for our heart, we just didn't care
Despite the challenges we faced, we were able to persevere because of the warmth in our hearts and our carefree attitude.
The wolf led the way, the eyes are of mine
The wolf guided us along the path while I used my own vision to navigate.
We run like the wind, we've tricked even time
We moved incredibly fast, almost as if we were defying the laws of physics and managing to outsmart time itself.
Now every day, driving on the side of the road
Every day, as I drive on the side of the road.
I see my brother, I feel his calling
I sense the presence of the wolf and feel as though he is calling out to me.
He tells me the forest lies in the city
The wolf informs me that even within a bustling metropolis, there are elements of nature and the wild to be found.
For those who can't see it
However, not everyone possesses the skill or awareness to notice these things.
For them he feels pity
The wolf feels sorrow for those who are unable to experience the beauty of nature within an urban setting.
Contributed by Kaitlyn E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.