Ghostland Observatory is the duo of front man Aaron Kyle Behrens and produc… Read Full Bio ↴Ghostland Observatory is the duo of front man Aaron Kyle Behrens and producer/drummer Thomas Ross Turner. Behrens’ vocal style and stage performances are unique and uncompromising, and he has drawn early comparisons to Freddie Mercury and Prince. They are not a band, but an agreement between two friends to create something that not only heals their beat-driven hearts, but pleases their rock ‘n roll souls. Turner is heavily influenced by electronic artists such as Daft Punk, Laurent Garnier and Green Velvet, as well as rockers such as The Animals, David Bowie, and The Clash. With their spectral blend of electronics, drums, guitar and vocals, they have emerged with a sound that is the culmination of past influence and present inspiration, and can only be described as BALLSY (with an intrinsic HOTNESS).

Ghostland Observatory is perhaps most famous for their energetic live show, which more often than not features seizure-inducing light shows, stage dives, uncontrolled rave pits, interpretive dancing, back injuries, pigtails, ominous capes, and thousands of dedicated fans who have traveled from far and wide to experience the madness since the band's conception in 2004.

Not to mention they're from a little place called Austin, TX.

Rich Man
Ghostland Observatory Lyrics

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I say hey, rich man
What you talking about?
I am a lover
With the scream and shout
You got no heart, friend
That’s what I’m all about
You got no soul, man
To go and work it out out, hey

You got the power
To make a sound now
You get so sour
On how your cards worked out
I’ll take it back now
If you put up with her
By the hour
Which your mom was about, yeah

I say hey, rich man
Now what’s it to ya?
I am a lover
And I will school ya
I got some heart, friend
And that’s what I am about
You got no soul, man
So won’t you work it out out, hey hey?

I just say get on

Just say get on that beat already
Shoot, that’s gonna burn up in a fire anyway

Overall Meaning

In the song "Rich Man" by Ghostland Observatory, the artist is addressing a wealthy person who they believe lacks heart and soul. The artist identifies as a lover who expresses themselves through screaming and shouting, in contrast to the rich person who appears to be sour about their own fortune. The artist challenges the rich person to find their soul and work it out, while acknowledging their own heartfelt nature.

It appears that the artist is pointing out that the wealthy person's material possessions and power have not brought them true happiness or fulfillment. Instead, the artist values emotional expression and passion. By telling the rich man to work out his soul, the artist may be suggesting that by focusing on internal fulfillment, the rich person may be able to find true happiness and meaning in life.

Overall, the song seems to be a critique of the superficiality and lack of authenticity associated with wealth and power in society. The artist suggests that true fulfillment comes from within, rather than from material possessions or status.

Line by Line Meaning

I say hey, rich man
Addressing a wealthy individual

What you talking about?
Challenging their words

I am a lover
I am passionate

With the scream and shout
Expressing oneself loudly

You got no heart, friend
Lacking empathy

That’s what I’m all about
Opposing such behavior

You got no soul, man
Lacking emotion

To go and work it out out, hey
Needing to resolve inner conflicts

You got the power
Having control

To make a sound now
Ability to make an impact

You get so sour
Becoming bitter