Their most popular sound was comparable to that of Yes, but they also explored other progressive rock styles. Their sound was characterized by sometimes humorous approach to making music, exhibited in both the lyrics and in the chimeric sound of the instruments.
The band made nearly fifteen albums, from general hard rock album to concept albums. Their vocals are mostly in English, although some albums were released with German vocals for the home market and English vocals for export.
Anywhere
Grobschnitt Lyrics
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where
the owl flies crying tears of stone
and the sun's fire's far too strong
there where nothing left to do
but survive as best you can
or cover up your skin from the burning sand
These lyrics from Grobschnitt's song Anywhere paint a picture of a harsh and unforgiving environment. The first line, "Anywhere on a desert stone," describes a location that is barren and desolate, with nothing but rocks to be found. The idea of being "anywhere so far from home" emphasizes the isolation of the singer, with no signs of civilization in sight.
The line "where the owl flies crying tears of stone" is a metaphor for the haunting and melancholic nature of the setting. Owls are known for their eerie hooting and their ability to see in the dark, emphasizing the strange and otherworldly aspect of this location. The "tears of stone" further emphasize the barren and lifeless nature of the environment.
The next couple of lines, "and the sun's fire's far too strong / there where nothing left to do," describe the oppressive and unforgiving heat that characterizes this place. The last line, "or cover up your skin from the burning sand," suggests that survival in this location is a constant struggle, where even the simplest tasks can be dangerous.
Line by Line Meaning
Anywhere on a desert stone
No matter where I am, even if it's on a barren landscape, I'll go to any place to find my purpose in life.
Anywhere so far from home
I'm willing to go far away from my comfort zone and explore uncharted territories to find my true calling.
Contributed by Jayden T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
LOST IN MUSIC
Amazing ballad from an amazing album.
Gary Promhouse
This is/was one of my favorite songs, from my favorite album ever. I used the finale of the title track whenever I would go into high end audio stores to check some new piece of equipment. I have heard few things, especially in the context of the story line, that was so uplifting of one's spirits.
Joe Freiburg
Einer der schönsten Songs der Rockgeschichte!
Michael Dittrich
Für diese Band bin ich damals von Marburg in meine Heimat trier gefahren und am selben Abend wieder zurück, war und ist für mich noch immer mega
Helma Ikke
Prachtige muziek blijft mooi
Marion Schönfeld
Lerne diese wundervolle Musik gerade durch meinen älteren Lebensgefährten kennen, schätzen und lieben.
Doris Zeiss
Dieses Lied wird für mich für immer mit meinem Mann verbunden sein. Er liebte es, das ganze Album.
Es begleitete ihn auch bei seiner Beisetzung.
Anywhere my friend... 💔
Michael Hahl
❤
Robert Pscherer
Tbe whole lp is a mainpoint of music. A remarkable stone .great and thanks mi hael
Jörg Schmitz joerg91e
es war mein 2.rock-konzert etwa 1975, dass ich live erlebt habe - und dass es grobschnitt war, ist noch heute für mich etwas ganz tolles: Remscheid aula des leibniz-gymnasiums - ICH WAR DABEI :-)