In the early 80's, Gilby was a member of the pop band Candy which recorded the album "Whatever Happened To Fun." He left the band sometime in the mid 80's to form the metal band Kill For Thrills as lead singer and rhythm guitarist, while the rest of Candy went on to turn into Electric Angels. Kill For Thrills recorded an EP ("Commercial Suicide") and LP ("Nightmare In Dynamiteland") before Gilby got the call to replace Izzy Stradlin as rhythm guitarist in Guns N' Roses in November of 1991.
Gilby finished the huge Use Your Illusion tour with Guns N' Roses as well as recording the covers album "The Spaghetti Incident?" with the band. In 1994, Gilby released his first solo album "Pawnshop Guitars," which featured guest appearances from every member of Guns N' Roses at the time. Right before Guns N' Roses went in to record a cover of the Rolling Stones "Sympathy for the Devil," Axl Rose fired Clarke from the band, replacing him with Paul Tobias.
Gilby joined Slash's side project Slash's Snakepit and recorded the album "It's Five O'Clock Somewhere" with them in 1995, as well as touring in support for them. Gilby Clarke went on to release three more solo albums 1997's "The Hangover," 1998's "Rubber," and 2002's "Swag," as well as a live album in 1999 called "99 Live."
Gilby has also produced for various bands, including producing the only Jizzy Pearl led L.A. Guns record, "Shrinking Violet." He also remixed five demo HollyWood Rose demo tracks for 2005's "The Roots of GN'R" with Tracii Guns laying down lead guitars on the track. He also produced the next Crash Kelly record.
Gilby played with the reformed MC5 on their 2005 European tour. Also, Gilby was a member of the band Rock Star Supernova, along with Tommy Lee (Mötley Crüe), Jason Newsted (Metallica), and singer Lukas Rossi. They only released an eponymous album in 2006.
Gilby's latest album, "The Gospel Truth", appeared in 2021.
Warm Country Sun
Gilby Clarke Lyrics
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I never wanted any trouble; I won't die a coward
You would think monies satisfaction, it isn't freedom if you aren't free
It's all just an addiction; you'd sell your soul for some peace
Chorus
Give me the Warm Country Sun
Get me out of the city
I need some comfort and peace
I'm kinda used to this poverty 'til someone tells you it's wrong
I kinda like my simple ways, I never meant any harm
I got God in my church; I earn the money I make
My children learn appreciation with every sweat I break
Yeah I love my country and I would fight in its wars
Says here born in the USA tattooed on my arm
The song Warm Country Sun by Gilby Clarke talks about the simplicity and beauty of life in the countryside. The singer expresses his desire to escape the chaos of the city and seek comfort and peace in the warm country sun. He doesn't crave power or wealth but instead values freedom and his simple ways of life. He points out that money may bring satisfaction but it cannot buy true freedom. The chorus echoes his yearning for simpler times and surroundings.
The second verse talks about the challenges of poverty and how it's not always viewed as a negative thing until someone tells you it's wrong. The singer embraces his hardships and the values he's instilling in his children through his work ethic. He's proud of his country and would fight for it, as evident by his tattoo.
The song overall conveys the message that sometimes the simple things in life can provide the most comfort and happiness. It urges listeners to appreciate what they have and seek contentment in the present rather than constantly yearning for more.
Line by Line Meaning
I don't need the heat, I didn't ask for the power
I don't require material possessions or control over others.
I never wanted any trouble; I won't die a coward
I seek only peace and will not act from a place of fear.
You would think monies satisfaction, it isn't freedom if you aren't free
Although wealth may provide comfort, it does not equate to true autonomy.
It's all just an addiction; you'd sell your soul for some peace
The never-ending pursuit of money and power can trap and corrupt us.
Chorus Give me the Warm Country Sun Get me out of the city Give me the Warm Country Sun I need some comfort and peace
The artist desires a simpler and more tranquil existence outside of the urban lifestyle they currently lead.
I'm kinda used to this poverty 'til someone tells you it's wrong
Although accustomed to their current financial situation, the singer may feel embarrassed or ashamed when others criticize it.
I kinda like my simple ways, I never meant any harm
Despite societal pressure to strive for more, the singer is content with their uncomplicated lifestyle and has no intention of causing harm.
I got God in my church; I earn the money I make
The artist finds solace in their religious community and works hard for their earned income.
My children learn appreciation with every sweat I break
The artist hopes to teach their children gratitude through their own hard work and sacrifice.
Yeah I love my country and I would fight in its wars
The artist is patriotic and willing to defend their nation if necessary.
Says here born in the USA tattooed on my arm
Being an American citizen is an important aspect of the singer's identity and they proudly display it.
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Written by: GILBY CLARKE
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