GARY CLARK JR.began playing guitar in 1996 at the ripe young age of 12. Born and raised in Austin, TX, Gary continued to play small gigs throughout his early teens, until he popped on the radar of legendary promoter Clifford Antone, owner of the Austin blues club Antone's. Through Clifford's connections, Gary soon began sitting in and learning from an array of musical icons, including the incomparable Jimmie Vaughan.
Jimmie and others in the Austin music community mentored Gary along his path, facilitating his steady rise, and continued ascent in the Texas music scene. Gary's musical peers, as well as the Austin music community at-large, have showered him with critical acclaim for his galvanized live performances, and fervid expression. At one unexpected point of political recognition, mayor of Austin Kirk Watson proclaimed May 3, 2001 Gary Clark Jr Day. Gary was 18 years old at the time.
Gary went on to win the Austin Music Award for Best Blues and Electric Guitarist on three separate occasions, in addition to receiving awards from various Blues magazines and associations around the country. After playing the nationally televised show Austin City Limits and touring with the likes of artists such as Jimmie Vaughan, Pinetop Perkins, and Doyle Bramhall II, he continued his recording pursuits by releasing three self-produced albums, and creating the original score for the major motion picture Full Count. His creative versatility allowed him to transcend his own musical talents, while also starring as a principal character in John Sayle’s film Honeydripper, alongside actors Danny Glover and Stacy Keach.
Originally known as a blues musician and even compared to such greats as Stevie Ray Vaughan, Albert Collins and Albert King, Gary is stepping out...way out. His upcoming CD will really test his blues fans. Will they appreciate Gary's guitar chops and his soulful voice as he explores other genres? Gary hopes so and he hopes they will continue with him on his journey. And with this new sound, we're thinking Gary will pick up some new fans along the way.
HIs first major label LP "Blak and Blu" was released on October 22, 2012
Cold Blooded
Gary Clark Jr. Lyrics
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So she taunts me, I'm to cool to break
'Cause I gave her my heart and soul, she wants more
She tells me that she loves me
And I can't lie, I want her but I will shoot her down
I'm cold blooded
Got to keep moving, moving on
It's gone too far
I gave you my heart and soul
What more could you want
I know that you love me
You know that I want you
But I will shoot you down
Is that you outside my home?
Girl you didn't got me terrified
Why don't you leave me alone?
Your craziness is verified
Is time to stand it
Please please please please just leave me alone
I don't gain it all
What more what more could you want
I know that you love me
I don't want to but got to shoot you down
I'm cold blooded
I'm tired, I'm tired
The song "Cold Blooded" by Gary Clark Jr. is about a man who is being pursued by a woman who wants him, but he is hesitant to give himself over to her because he knows that she will just want more. He gave her his heart and soul, but that wasn't enough. He is trying to coolly push her away, but she won't take no for an answer. He knows that he loves her, but he doesn't want to give in to her demands. He feels that he is cold-blooded for hurting her by not giving in, but he can't help it. He wants to keep moving on, but she keeps trying to pursue him. She shows up at his home and he is terrified of her craziness.
The lyrics of the song are very metaphorical. The man is trying to protect himself and doesn't want to give in to the woman's demands for fear that he will lose himself. He refers to himself as being cold-blooded, meaning that he is unfeeling to her advances. He is trying to push her away, but her craziness is making it difficult for him to do so. The song's theme is about how love can be complicated and how both parties need to be careful about how they approach things.
Line by Line Meaning
Woooo she wants me, but she wont give it away
She desires me, but refuses to engage in physical intimacy.
So she taunts me, I'm to cool to break
She provokes me but my demeanor is composed.
'Cause I gave her my heart and soul, she wants more
I've expressed my deepest emotions to her, yet she seeks additional levels of attachment.
She tells me that she loves me
She repeatedly professes her love for me.
And I can't lie, I want her but I will shoot her down
I am attracted to her, but will reject her advances.
I'm cold blooded
I am emotionally detached and unresponsive.
Got to keep moving, moving on
I must continue with my life and move forward.
It's gone too far
The situation has escalated to an undesirable level.
Whoa girl, for way way too long
Her behavior towards me has persisted for an extended period of time.
I gave you my heart and soul
I shared my deepest feelings and emotions with her.
What more could you want
I've given her everything and yet she still desires more.
I know that you love me
I am aware of her affections towards me.
You know that I want you
She is aware of my attraction towards her.
But I will shoot you down
I will reject her advances towards me.
Is that you outside my home?
I suspect her presence outside my residence.
Girl you didn't got me terrified
Her actions do not scare me.
Why don't you leave me alone?
I wish for her to stop pursuing me.
Your craziness is verified
Her irrational behavior has been confirmed.
Is time to stand it
It is necessary for me to confront the situation.
Please please please please just leave me alone
I plead for her to stop her pursuit of me.
I don't gain it all
There is nothing to be gained by continuing this situation.
I know that you love me
I am aware of her desire for me.
I don't want to but got to shoot you down
I am reluctant, but must reject her advances.
I'm cold blooded
I remain emotionally detached and unresponsive.
I'm tired, I'm tired
I am exhausted by this situation.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Gary Clark, Jr.
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@elizabethmcleod246
This is the Gary Clark Jr. I fell in love with. Where is he now? I miss the blues groove in his new songs.
@artofsoul
Definition of a young man with an old soul. Plus the band is in the pocket.
@MrDT543
The hottest modern blues/rock/soul group out there right now. Gary is an animal but give it up to the band too, they're outstanding (from having seen them 3 times live, twice front row.)
@thiscoketastelikepepsi1402
+MrDT543 Is his shows awesome? I will be seeing him live for the first time in Memphis and catching another one in the summer.
@MrDT543
The Realness It'll change your life... Fantastic.
@OfficiallySynthed
+Matt Thompson His shows are out of this world. I've been to two and both have been beyond amazing
@JuniorFarquar
So you've had to notice how much better his side guitarist is.
GC is just a figurehead.
@JuniorFarquar
@@OfficiallySynthed I'd rather see Kingfish.
Loved in Memphis for years...gc jr is like lenny Kravitz, a costume.
@levivanderbeek2645
That melody.. can't get it out of my head!!!
Heard it the first time in a music store and the 2 men behind the counter couldn't stop humming with it.. I danced and hummed my way to the door, and waited till the end before leaving. Forever thankful I walked in there that day. Gary Clark Jr. My new addiction. <3
@keisuketakahashi7317
strong is the groove with this one.