With 2 million albums sold (1 million of which were sold in Switzerland, which only has 7 million habitants), they managed to get multi-platinum awards in different parts of the world.
Influences include Led Zeppelin, AC/DC, Whitesnake, Deep Purple and Aerosmith. Singer Steve Lee is especially fond of Whitesnake and has based his singing style on their lead singer David Coverdale.
Gotthard also performed "Immigrant Song" (originally by Led Zeppelin) live and it featured exclusively on a CD by Classic Rock (a long running monthly UK rock magazine). "Hush" was also performed live and can be found on Made In Switzerland album.
Another cover of a song they have recorded is "The Mighty Quinn", originally called Quinn The Eskimo, by Bob Dylan.
Singer Steve Lee was killed in a motorcycle accident on October 5th 2010. A truck struck him while he was stopped on the side of a desert road in Nevada (USA), putting on rain gear.
Current line-up:
Nic Maeder: Vocals
Leo Leoni: Lead Guitar
Freddy Scherer: Rhythm Guitar
Marc Lynn: Bass
Hena Habegger: Drums
Ride On
Gotthard Lyrics
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I Just Can??T Say No
Thunder , The Call Of The Wild
That's When I Got To Go
Never Got Enough
Always Back For More
I??M On Top Of The World, I??M Alive
N??Running Overdrive
Into The Night
Know I Gonna Find
Where Is The Road
For The Peace Of Mind
It??S A Neverending Ride
On The Wings Of Destiny
Don??T Know 'Bout Tomorrow
Or What Will Be
All I Want Is
Ride On , Ride On
Under One Big Sky
Ride On , Ride On
Till The Day I Die
Devil , Gotta Wait For Me
I??M Down On "1O1"
This Happens To Be My Number
My Life Has Just Begun
Never Got Enough
Always Back For More
I'm On Top Of The World I'm Alive
I Got My Motor Burnin', Yeah
N' Runnin' Overdrive
The lyrics to Gotthard's song "Ride On" describe the feeling of freedom and adrenaline rush that someone experiences when they ride a motorcycle. The singer talks about the hunger and thrill that he feels while riding, and the fact that he can't resist the call of the wild. He always wants more - more speed, more power, more adventure. He feels alive when he hears the rumble of the motor and he's always in overdrive. He's on a never-ending ride on the wings of destiny, not knowing what tomorrow will bring, but just enjoying the moment and the feeling of the wind in his face.
The singer also mentions the devil waiting for him, but he's not afraid. He's down on "101," which seems to refer to the famous Highway 101 in the United States, a beautiful and scenic route that stretches from California to Washington. The singer feels like his life has just begun and he's always searching for adventure and excitement. He repeats the refrain "Ride On" several times, emphasizing the idea that life is a journey and we should enjoy every moment of it.
Overall, the lyrics to "Ride On" capture the spirit of freedom, adventure, and the open road. The song is a tribute to the joy of riding and the sense of liberation that comes with it.
Line by Line Meaning
Hunger, In The Saddle Again
I am filled with an insatiable desire to ride, to feel the wind on my face and the freedom of the open road.
I just can't say no
No matter how much danger or risk is involved, I cannot resist the call of adventure and the thrill of the ride.
Thunder, The Call Of The Wild
The sound of the engine is like thunder to my ears, reminding me of the untamed and wild spirit within me.
That's when I got to go
Whenever I hear that sound, I know it's time to leave behind the responsibilities and restrictions of everyday life and hit the road.
Never got enough, always back for more
No matter how many miles I travel and how long I ride, I can never get enough and always crave more adventure and excitement.
I'm on top of the world, I'm alive
When I ride, I feel free and alive, like I am on top of the world and nothing can stop me.
I hear the motor rumble, N' running overdrive
The sound of the engine is like music to my ears, and I feel the power and adrenaline surge through my body as I push the bike to its limits.
Into the night, know I gonna find
Riding into the night, I am confident that I will find what I am searching for, whether it be adventure, a sense of purpose, or simply peace of mind.
Where is the road, for the peace of mind
The road represents a path to inner peace and tranquility, a way to escape the chaos of the world and find serenity in the beauty of nature and the power of the ride.
It's a neverending ride, on the wings of destiny
This journey is not just a physical ride, but a spiritual one, guided by fate and destiny, and full of endless possibilities and opportunities for growth and self-discovery.
Don't know 'bout tomorrow, or what will be
The future is uncertain, and although there may be risks and challenges ahead, I am not afraid, as long as I have my bike and the ride to guide me.
All I want is ride on, ride on
The ride is my passion, my obsession, my reason for living, and I will never give it up or stop chasing the thrill of the journey.
Under one big sky
No matter where I go, no matter how far I ride, the sky is always above me, a symbol of the vastness and beauty of the world and the limitless possibilities of the ride.
Till the day I die
I will never stop riding, never stop exploring, never stop living, until the day that I leave this world behind, free and fulfilled, with no regrets.
Devil, gotta wait for me
Even death itself cannot stop me from riding, as I am willing to take on any challenge, face any fear, and overcome any obstacle in pursuit of the ride.
I'm down on '101'
The road is my home, and I am willing to travel any distance, face any hardship, and endure any struggle to reach my destination and find the freedom and joy that comes with the ride.
This happens to be my number
The number '101' is more than just a highway or a means of transportation - it is a symbol of my identity as a rider, my commitment to the ride, and my connection to the open road.
My life has just begun
Every time I ride, it feels like a new beginning, a chance to reinvent myself, escape my past, and embrace the endless possibilities of the ride.
I got my motor burnin', Yeah N' runnin' overdrive
The engine is the heart of my ride, and it burns with a fiery passion, propelling me forward and driving me to new heights of speed, power, and exhilaration.
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