1) Grady is a Southern rock band based in Austin, Texas. Grady originally consisted of Canadian vocalist and guitarist Gordie Johnson (known as Grady Johnson as part of the band), Canadian bass guitarist "Big" Ben Richardson, and Chris Layton on drums. Prior to Grady, Johnson was the frontman for Big Sugar, Layton was the drummer for Stevie Ray Vaughan & Double Trouble, and Richardson was with The Jeff Healey Band and The Phantoms in Toronto.
Grady often plays at The Continental Club in Austin, did an eight stop Canadian tour in March 2005, and appeared at the University of Regina to play a free show in September 2005. This was followed up by a full-length album called Y.U. So Shady?. The band released Hammer In My Hand as a single from the album, which was a moderate hit on Canadian radio, peaking at #14 on Canada's Rock chart in 2005. After the issue of a second album, A Cup of Cold Poison, Grady made two extensive tours to Canada early in 2008.
The band caught the attention of Jello Biafra of the Dead Kennedys who released Y.U. So Shady? in the United States.
Chris Layton was replaced on drums by Billy Maddox in early 2006. Maddox was also a veteran of the Austin music scene, having played with The Electromagnets, Alien Love Child and The Eric Johnson Band.
In 2006, Grady shot a video for Woman Got My Devil which was played in Canada on MuchMoreMusic. Produced by Michael Maxxis and directed by David Hogan, the video features Witchbaby from A&E's Rollergirls, as well as a number of other Rollergirls in supporting roles. It was shot in Luck, Texas, an 1800s Western town owned by Willie Nelson.
In 2007, Grady released their second album, entitled A Cup of Cold Poison, which was recorded at Willie Nelson's Pedernales Studio. The album features appearances by Willie Nelson, Alejandro Escovedo and Ron Hynes. The band released a single for You’re What’s Happening Baby.
In September 2007 drummer Billy Maddox left Grady due to a pre-existing health condition. The band began touring again in November 2007 with a new drummer, Nina "The Queena" Singh of Austin-based band Kitty Gordon.
Grady's next full-length album, Good As Dead, was released in Canada on C12 Records in 2009. The album contains a cover version of The Tragically Hip's Boots or Hearts, which Gordie Johnson described as "volatile", as well as the eponymous Good as Dead, penned by Johnson. The record showcases the "Cowboy Metal" sound and features backup vocals by drummer Nina Singh.
In April 2010, Gordie Johnson made his directorial debut when he wrote and directed the video for If I Was King on location in Texas. It is dedicated to Johnson's lifelong friend, comedian Eric Tunney.
Grady released the live DVD/CD Calling All My Demons during the tour in Fall 2010. Footage for the DVD was requested by Gordie Johnson from all in attendance at Grady's October 2009 show at the Pyramid Cabaret in Winnipeg, Manitoba. On Dec 27, 2010, Billy Maddox was killed in a tragic freak shooting in his house.
In August 2011 drummer Nina "The Queena" Singh left Grady to join Court Yard Hounds. Drummer Trinidad Leal from Dixie Witch has been working with the band since.
While considered an "American" band by location of establishment, most members of Grady are Canadians.
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2) Grady was a 90s pop rock band. They released one album Revolutions Per Minute in 2000 which nowadays consequently gets mixed up with Big Sugar's Revolution Per Minute released in 2011, Gordie Johnson's old and new band after reforming it in 2010.
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3) A male pop vocalist with an official Spotify profile: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6FmiNnTXQJTmOMAx4kB38R
Easier to Say
Grady Lyrics
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I'm going out another night
You knocked me down so I get high, I
Try to bulletproof my pride, pulling triggers
(pulling triggers)
I'm double shocked you're my side,
They ask, is everything alright
I just keep going on like it never mattered
Chorus
Cause
Fuck that bitch it's easier to say than
To confront sadness
I'm dealing with the pain by yelling
Fuck that bitch, it's easier to say than
I love you
Yeah
Fuck that bitch it's easier to say than
To confront sadness
I'm dealing with the pain by yelling
Fuck that bitch, it's easier to say than
I love you
Verse 2
But if I was being honest,
It's just a coping mechanism and I'm sorry
I tried holding it together for the party, ee, ee, but
But I saw a picture of you kissing and I lost my drink
I spilled liquor in the kitchen, vomit in the sink
I'm still bitter, acting like you don't mean a thing
Chorus
Cause
Fuck that bitch it's easier to say than
To confront sadness
I'm dealing with the pain by yelling
Fuck that bitch, it's easier to say than
I love you
Yeah
Fuck that bitch it's easier to say than
To confront sadness
I'm dealing with the pain by yelling
Fuck that bitch, it's easier to say than
I love you
In Grady's song "Easier to Say," the lyrics explore the complex emotions surrounding a breakup and the struggle to deal with the pain and sadness that comes with it. The song begins with the singer acknowledging that they are going out to distract themselves from the heartbreak caused by their ex-partner. They try to protect their pride by putting up a tough front, pulling metaphorical triggers to shield themselves from vulnerability. Despite others asking if they're okay, they continue to act like nothing matters.
The chorus reveals the emotional response to the breakup, as the singer uses profanity to express their anger and frustration. They find it easier to say "fuck that bitch" than to confront the sadness they feel. Yelling becomes a coping mechanism for dealing with the pain. The lyrics suggest that the singer still loves the person they're referring to as a "bitch," but it's easier to express their anger than to admit their true feelings.
In the second verse, the singer admits that their initial response of anger and yelling is just a coping mechanism. They apologize for not being able to hold it together and pretending to be fine during social events. However, their true emotions are triggered by seeing a picture of their ex-partner kissing someone else, which leads them to lose control and spill their drink. The bitterness they feel is apparent, but they continue to deny that their ex means anything to them.
Overall, the lyrics of "Easier to Say" capture the conflicting emotions that arise from a breakup. It explores the struggle to confront sadness and vulnerability, resorting to anger as a way to cope with the pain. The song provides an honest and raw portrayal of the complexities of emotions experienced during a difficult relationship ending.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm going out another night
I'm going out again tonight
You knocked me down so I get high, I
Because you hurt me, I turn to substances to numb the pain
Try to bulletproof my pride, pulling triggers
I attempt to protect my ego by engaging in reckless behavior
I'm double shocked you're my side
I am surprised that you are on my side
They ask, is everything alright
People inquire if everything is okay
I just keep going on like it never mattered
I continue as if it doesn't matter
Fuck that bitch it's easier to say than to confront sadness
Using offensive language to express my emotions is simpler than facing my own sadness
I'm dealing with the pain by yelling
I cope with the pain by screaming
Fuck that bitch, it's easier to say than I love you
Saying hurtful words is easier than expressing love
But if I was being honest, it's just a coping mechanism and I'm sorry
In truth, it's just a way for me to deal with my emotions and I apologize
I tried holding it together for the party, ee, ee, but
I attempted to appear composed during the event, but
But I saw a picture of you kissing and I lost my drink
However, when I saw a picture of you kissing someone else, I was so upset that I dropped my drink
I spilled liquor in the kitchen, vomit in the sink
I accidentally spilled alcohol in the kitchen and ended up vomiting in the sink
I'm still bitter, acting like you don't mean a thing
I'm still resentful, pretending that you don't matter
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Grady, Andrew Luce
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Osscar Opossum
I expected more views....i love Grady hes so good....like hes amazing.....he needs to make more music i could listen to his music all day....and his voice is so nice......
BikeLion
This one has a lot more views: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D_QFQS9CynY
toobalkain
Got here hearing the song in AIU’s video, excellent song.
Henry Dubby
#metoo
MikePierce170
Me too.
Robert Burgess
Same
Ivory Leviathan ॐ
toobalkain Same here.
Space Vaquero 367
So little lyrics but still so darn good
How is that possible?
King Patrick
What a bop, he's iconic 💯👌🏼🔥
Skyler Bray
Whys this different on spotify? I love this version.