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
Low Down Rolling Stone
Gary Clark Jr. Lyrics
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I'm not who I used to be, no
Reach the point where darkness is my composant
I know It's not what you came here for
So, fly, like an eagle
Go be beautiful and free, girl
Go save your soul
You don't wanna go where I go
I'm just a low down rolling stone
Barely hanging on
I'm just a low down rolling stone, huh
I'm barely hanging on, so
Who's help me ease my mind?
Who's help me ease my mind?
Temptation got a hold of me
I'm not where I'm supposed to be
You're only here for the thrill, it's not where you belong
I know, I'm no one you can depend on
So, fly, like an eagle
Go be beautiful and free girl
'Cause I'm better off on my own
Go save your soul
You don't wanna go where I go
I'm just a low down rolling stone
I'm better off on my own
Go save your soul
You don't wanna go where I go
I'm just a low down rolling stone
Barely hanging on
There you go, in the clouds again
There you go, in the clouds again
There you go, making rounds again
And I'm only gonna bring you down, so
I'm better off on my own
Go save your soul
You don't wanna go where I go
I'm just a low down rolling stone
Oh, round
You don't wanna go where I go, baby, no
The lyrics to Gary Clark Jr.'s song "Low Down Rolling Stone" are about a man who is struggling with his inner demons and the temptations that come along with it. He feels as though he is not who he used to be and that darkness is now a constant presence in his life. He knows that his current state is not what his partner came for and encourages her to "go be beautiful and free" and fly away from his troubles. He recognizes that he is "just a low down rolling stone" who is barely hanging on, and despite wanting to ease his mind, he is not sure who can help him.
The chorus of the song emphasizes the idea that the man is better off on his own and that his partner doesn't want to go where he goes. He sees himself as a low down rolling stone who is barely hanging on, and he encourages his partner to save her soul and move on without him. He recognizes that he is not where he is supposed to be and that his partner is only there for the thrill, and not where she truly belongs.
Overall, the song is a reflection on the struggle of addiction and the impact it can have on relationships. The man recognizes that he is not in a good place and is encouraging his partner to leave him behind in order to save herself.
Line by Line Meaning
Something's going on with me
I have changed and I am not the same person I used to be
I'm not who I used to be, no
I have transformed, I am not the same as before
Reach the point where darkness is my composant
I have entered a phase where sadness is a defining part of me
I know It's not what you came here for
I know this is not what you were expecting
So, fly, like an eagle
So, leave and be free
Go be beautiful and free, girl
Go live your life to the fullest
'Cause I'm better off on my own
I am stronger by myself
Go save your soul
Go find your own redemption
You don't wanna go where I go
You don't want to follow in my path
I'm just a low down rolling stone
I am a wanderer with no direction or purpose
Barely hanging on
I am barely surviving
Who's help me ease my mind?
Who can help me relieve my worries?
Temptation got a hold of me
I have succumbed to temptation
I'm not where I'm supposed to be
I am lost and directionless
You're only here for the thrill, it's not where you belong
You are only interested in the excitement and not the reality
I know, I'm no one you can depend on
I understand that I am unreliable and cannot be trusted
There you go, in the clouds again
There you go, lost in thought again
Making rounds again
Going around in circles
And I'm only gonna bring you down, so
I am going to be a source of negativity for you
Oh, round
Going around in circles
You don't wanna go where I go, baby, no
You don't want to be a part of my life or my world
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Joseph Holguin, Gary Clark Jr.
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Pejman Zowghi
Something's going on with me
I'm not who I used to be, nah
Reached the point where darkness is my comfort zone
I know it's not what you came here for
So fly like an eagle
Go be beautiful and free girl
'Cause I'm better off on my own
Go save your soul
You don't wanna go where I go
I'm just a low down rolling stone
Barely hanging on
I'm just a low down rolling stone
I'm barely hanging on, so
Please help me ease my mind
Please help me ease my mind
Temptation's got a hold of me
I'm not where I'm s'posed to be
You're only here for the thrill, it's not where you belong
I know I'm no one you can depend on
So fly like an eagle
Go be beautiful and free girl
'Cause I'm better off on my own
Go save your soul
You don't wanna go where I go
I'm just a low down rolling stone
I'm better off on my own
Go save your soul
You don't wanna go where I go
I'm just a low down rolling stone
Barely hanging on
Here you come, bringin' your flowers again
There you go, in the clouds again
There you go, making rounds again
And I'm only gonna bring you down
So I'm better off on my own
Go save your soul
You don't wanna go where I go
I'm just a low down rolling stone
You don't wanna go where I go baby, no
Amaterasu
Something's going on with me
I'm not who I used to be, no
Reach the point where darkness is my composant
I know It's not what you came here for
So, fly, like an eagle
Go be beautiful and free, girl
'Cause I'm better off on my own
Go save your soul
You don't wanna go where I go
I'm just a low down rolling stone
Barely hanging on
I'm just a low down rolling stone, huh
I'm barely hanging on, so
Who's help me ease my mind?
Who's help me ease my mind?
Temptation got a hold of me
I'm not where I'm supposed to be
You're only here for the thrill, it's not where you belong
I know, I'm no one you can depend on
So, fly, like an eagle
Go be beautiful and free girl
'Cause I'm better off on my own
Go save your soul
You don't wanna go where I go
I'm just a low down rolling stone
I'm better off on my own
Go save your soul
You don't wanna go where I go
I'm just a low down rolling stone
Barely hanging on
There you go, in the clouds again
There you go, in the clouds again
There you go, making rounds again
And I'm only gonna bring you down, so
I'm better off on my own
Go save your soul
You don't wanna go where I go
I'm just a low down rolling stone
Oh, round
You don't wanna go where I go, baby, no
Joe Stefens
Nice to see young people actually continuing important American musical traditions. Great song.
Solio
This is the best song the new album. It's a good album but this is one of his best songs ever. Fantastic.
Pejman Zowghi
Something's going on with me
I'm not who I used to be, nah
Reached the point where darkness is my comfort zone
I know it's not what you came here for
So fly like an eagle
Go be beautiful and free girl
'Cause I'm better off on my own
Go save your soul
You don't wanna go where I go
I'm just a low down rolling stone
Barely hanging on
I'm just a low down rolling stone
I'm barely hanging on, so
Please help me ease my mind
Please help me ease my mind
Temptation's got a hold of me
I'm not where I'm s'posed to be
You're only here for the thrill, it's not where you belong
I know I'm no one you can depend on
So fly like an eagle
Go be beautiful and free girl
'Cause I'm better off on my own
Go save your soul
You don't wanna go where I go
I'm just a low down rolling stone
I'm better off on my own
Go save your soul
You don't wanna go where I go
I'm just a low down rolling stone
Barely hanging on
Here you come, bringin' your flowers again
There you go, in the clouds again
There you go, making rounds again
And I'm only gonna bring you down
So I'm better off on my own
Go save your soul
You don't wanna go where I go
I'm just a low down rolling stone
You don't wanna go where I go baby, no
SouLinks
''Reached the point where darkness is my comfort zone''
Smokebreak FPV
Wow man this is powerful stuff !!!
Jeff English
Seen him live here in Dallas, Texas and after attending many, many concerts over the years, GCJ is something special. He is the absolute best musical artist I’ve ever seen. He is better live than on album and in today’s musical climate says everything you need to know about his skill. Unlike the majority of musicians today, He doesn’t need auto tune or a bunch of digital enhancements to cover up any lack of skill, GCJ is the real deal.
Hakoo GM
Powerful lyrics !!
Patrick Edwards
Great Song love it
Ashish Shrestha
I just want to thank you Gary for all of your music. I can't explain the feeling of listening to them. Huge respect from Nepal!!
Finger Food Channel
Cant stop listening!