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
Next Door Neighbor Blues
Gary Clark Jr. Lyrics
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Told me my baby was gone
Gotta call from my neighbor this mornin'
Told me my baby was gone
Took the keys to my Cadillac
Left my clothes out on the lawn
Came home last night
Came home last night
With a pistol pointed at my head
She said you better fess up boy
Or I swear I'm gonna shoot ya dead
I didn't know somethin' was goin' wrong
Somethin' wrong been goin on
I didn't know, I didn't know somethin' was goin' wrong
And my neighbor called
??? I found out that girl moved in next door
Gary Clark Jr.'s Next Door Neighbor Blues is a blues rock song that tells the story of a man whose lover has left him and taken the keys to his Cadillac. The song starts with the man receiving a call from his neighbor informing him of his lover's departure. The sorrowful tone in the lyrics implies the deep connection the man had with his lover, and the betrayal he feels by someone he trusted. The lyrics "took the keys to my Cadillac, left my clothes out on the lawn" suggest that the woman who left him may have had a motive for doing so, possibly for monetary gain.
Line by Line Meaning
Gotta call from my neighbor this mornin',
Told me my baby was gone
Received a call from my neighbor this morning informing me that my partner has left me
Took the keys to my Cadillac,
Left my clothes out on the lawn
My partner took my car keys and threw my clothes out on the lawn
Came home last night,
With a pistol pointed at my head
When I returned home last night, my partner threatened me with a gun
She said you better fess up boy,
Or I swear I'm gonna shoot ya dead
My partner demanded me to tell the truth or else they will shoot me
I didn't know somethin' was goin' wrong,
Somethin' wrong been goin on
I wasn't aware that something was wrong, but it turns out that there was something happening behind my back
I didn't know, I didn't know somethin' was goin' wrong,
And my neighbor called
I had no idea that something was amiss, and it was my neighbor who informed me of the situation
???
I found out that girl moved in next door
It is unclear what this line is referring to
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@Sofarsounds
love this
@jamesphillips1468
Gary if your guitar player ever quits, I’ll go on the road with you tomorrow. This music gets in your blood and never leaves you. God bless you and keep you bro.
@TomSzold
James Phillips I second this!
@LibertyNotLicense
Thank You, LORD, for GC Jr., and for my ears that hear him! Please bless and keep him in this world, to Your glory.
@danielyoseph1487
Best Comment!
@jiddyjay2544
Hm hmm..im chilling with this from freetown Sierra Leone. Today is our 61st independent day. I was in Wuhan in for some time i went to jail for visa overstay on my way outta that jail..i put my head phone on and listened to Gary Clark
@MahoganySessions
Jiddy - what a story! We need more info on what sounds like a crazy story! Hope you’re ok x
@roxannekilby3754
He's got an old Blues soul.
@markherman2691
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