In 1978 Ian Gillan had become dissatisfied with the jazz fusion style of his band called Ian Gillan Band and dissolved it, retaining only keyboard player Colin Towns, and formed a new band entitled Gillan. He added Steve Byrd on guitar, Liam Glenocky on drums and John McCoy (ex-zzebra) on bass, and initially pursued a progressive rock direction, releasing their eponymous debut in 1978, although they could only get a record deal in Japan. This recording has subsequently become more widely available as THE JAPANESE ALBUM.
The album was sufficiently successful to attract more attention and in 1979 the band secured a European deal with Acrobat Records. Before a new album was recorded, Byrd was replaced by Bernie Tormé and Glenocky by Mick Underwood, Ian Gillan's former colleague in Episode Six. Torme's "screaming guitar" sound fundamentally altered the dynamics and Gillan took a heavy metal direction. This lineup's first album was released as MR. UNIVERSE and contained many re-worked songs from The Japanese Album. The band caught the rise of the NWOBHM at just the right time and the group gained popularity in Europe. At Christmas Gillan turned down an offer from Ritchie Blackmore to join Rainbow, but Blackmore did make a "legendary" guest appearance for Gillan at their Christmas show. It was the first time Ian Gillan and Blackmore had performed together since 1973.
In 1980 Gillan reached the peak of their success, releasing the successful GLORY ROAD album with the limited edition "free" LP for gillan fans only. However the band remained unknown in North America and were unable to raise any interest there despite tours.
By 1981 the band members were becoming disgruntled that their European and Japanese success was not translating into increased pay, and after the FUTURE SHOCK album tour, Torme walked out just before the band were due to appear on Top of the Pops. He was replaced by White Spirit guitarist Janick Gers and this line up releaed the live/studio combi double album DOUBLE TROUBLE at the end of the year. In 1982 final album MAGIC followed. By this time, tension over money had reached fever-pitch and Ian Gillan needed time to have nodes removed from his vocal chords. He also received and accepted an offer to replace Ronnie James Dio in Black Sabbath. After the Magic tour Ian Gillan dissolved the band to the incredulity of the other members, particularly McCoy, and the acrimony remained into the 21st century.
McCoy subsequently released compilations of studio out-takes to which he had the rights, beginning with Gillan Tapes, Vol. 1, and ensured that revenues were distributed fairly amongst the band.
Your Mother Was Right
Gillan Lyrics
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And it's just that: for Gillan-Fans only
And the reason, we decided to call the album "For Gillan Fans Only" was because, we wanted do something especially for Gillan Fans only, and so we thought it best to call it "For Gillan Fans Only", in order to impress upon you all, that the record is indeed for Gillan Fans only.
It may seem unusual, even unnecessary to make a record for Gillan-Fans only, called "For Gillan Fans Only". But we felt, that for Gillan-Fans only a record should be made, free, for no money and at no cost at all, to Gillan-Fans only.
Sayousnanamannsayousansuhaisallamanpsychosayoushnallamanso!
Roll it!
The lyrics of Gillan's song Your Mother Was Right are a playful and sarcastic commentary on the wisdom passed down from mothers. The opening lines of the song are actually an introduction to the album, which was titled For Gillan Fans Only as a means of emphasizing that it was specifically made for the band's fans. The repetition of this title throughout the song adds a layer of irony, as if to suggest that the record is not actually exclusively for fans.
The actual lyrics of the song make fun of the cliches and advice that mothers give to their children, such as "brush your teeth" and "don't talk to strangers." However, the chorus of the song emphasizes the importance of listening to one's mother, as she is often right about things. The use of nonsensical phrases like "Sayousnanamannsayousansuhaisallamanpsychosayoushnallamanso!" add to the playful tone of the song.
Overall, Your Mother Was Right is a lighthearted song that celebrates the advice and guidance of mothers. It pokes fun at the cliches and can be interpreted as a commentary on the relationship between parents and children.
Line by Line Meaning
This is called "For Gillan Fans Only"
We have given this album a name that reflects that it is exclusively for Gillan Fans.
And it's just that: for Gillan-Fans only
The album is intended only for those who are true fans of Gillan's music.
And the reason, we decided to call the album "For Gillan Fans Only" was because, we wanted do something especially for Gillan Fans only, and so we thought it best to call it "For Gillan Fans Only", in order to impress upon you all, that the record is indeed for Gillan Fans only.
We named the album "For Gillan Fans Only" to emphasize that it was created specifically for Gillan's dedicated fanbase.
It may seem unusual, even unnecessary to make a record for Gillan-Fans only, called "For Gillan Fans Only". But we felt, that for Gillan-Fans only a record should be made, free, for no money and at no cost at all, to Gillan-Fans only.
Although it may seem redundant to create an album for Gillan Fans titled "For Gillan Fans Only", we decided to do so and offer it for free to truly show our appreciation for their support.
Sayousnanamannsayousansuhaisallamanpsychosayoushnallamanso!
This line has no discernible meaning and is likely filler in the lyrics.
Roll it!
Let's begin the music!
Waiting.
This line is ambiguous and could refer to the beginning of the song or a continuation of the lyrics in the album as a whole.
Contributed by David B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.