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There are several artist named Gun.
1. Gun (1987-1997, 2008-today) is a hard rock band from Glasgow, Scotland. Starting out as 'Blind Allez' and then ‘Phobia’, the name 'Gun' got settled upon signing a record deal with A&M. Early gigs saw them touring with their fellow Scots Simple Minds whilst at the same time selling out their own headline shows. Though having many releases, the group is best known for an energetic arena rock version of the classic dance song "Word Up", Gun's cover being a top 40 hit in nations such as Germany, New Zealand, and the U.K.
Gun's original studio line-up consisted of Mark Rankin as lead singer, Guiliano Gizzi and "Baby" Stafford playing guitar, Dante Gizzi on bass, and Scott Shields rounding off the group on drums. Mark Rankin’s cousin, Sharleen Spiteri of Texas, sang backing vocals on the band's first two albums, 1989's Taking on the World and 1992's Gallus, as well. Although not quite breaking into the musical mainstream, their brand of American-influenced alternative music mixed with melodic hard rock garnered a large cult-following.
The group's defiantly titled debut has picked up praise from critics such as AllMusic's Alex Henderson, who praised Gun's ability to "absorb different influences and still project an identity of their own". Sophomore album Gallus represented an evolution of the same sound and brought the band tantalizingly close to stardom. Singles "Higher Ground", "Steal Your Fire", and "Welcome to the Real World" reached #48, #24, and #43 on the charts, respectively. Gallus itself peaked at the #14 slot on the country's official albums chart. Recorded with a line-up shift taking in guitarist Alex Dickson, the release's cover aptly featured the renowned Scottish boxer Benny Lynch.
The band's 1994 album, titled Swagger, provided the breakthrough that the guys had been hoping for. It features their most successful single, which happened to stay on the official British singles chart for a total of seven weeks, in their version of "Word Up". Done in the group's melodic hard rock style, it provided a commercial boost to its parent album and has become Gun's best known song. The track (originally recorded by American funk group Cameo) notably won the Best Cover trophy at the first international MTV Europe Music Awards, with that inaugural event being held on November 24, 1994 at Brandenburg Gate in Berlin, Germany.
The album produced a total of four U.K. Top 40 singles between July 1994 and April 1995: "Word Up" (#8), "Don't Say It's Over" (#19), "The Only One" (#29), and "Something Worthwhile" (#39). Its release took place after a notable change in the band's line-up, with the group becoming a quartet made up of the Mark Rankin, Dante Gizzi, and Giuliano Gizzi core plus drummer Mark Kerr. It was produced and engineered by Chris Sheldon. He had previously worked with other English, Irish, and Scottish artists such as the singer-songwriters Hugh Cornwell, Gary Numan, and Roger Waters in the 80s and 90s.
As great as it all felt, having something out praised by the likes of Q Magazine and even reaching the peak of #5 on the official British albums chart, Gun still faced the tricky challenge of finding out what to do next. As well, the guys found themselves in an uncomfortable position after the Dunblane massacre and other high-profile gun crimes in the U.K. brought the politics around firearms to a head. The group mutated its name into G.U.N. and came out with 0141 632 6326 in 1997. The quirky title and cover art matched the change in style, the group taking on a slick, funk-influenced sound under the influence of producer Andrew Farris (best known for being in INXS). Turmoil behind the album's creation had gotten so tense that the band members nearly walked right out on the recording people, though they ultimately stayed put.
The album appeared to signal the end of the hard rock ethos that they'd built their reputation on. Seemingly floundering, without any commercial or critical success to fall back on, Gun called it quits. Even after their 1997 folding, the group did, nonetheless, reform for charity-related gigs later on in the late 90s and the following decade. Having Toby Jepson (ex-Little Angels) on guest vocals brought some attention, but the possibility of a full reunion seemed murky.
After some more sporadic activity, Gun finally reformed in 2008 on a permanent basis, with Jepson confirmed as frontman Rankin's replacement. Even as their line-up experienced a bunch of changes, the group dedicated itself to recapturing the early 90s spirit of those first releases and that heavy yet melodic style. Brothers Dante and Giuliano Gizzi remained the center of the band. Local interest around Scotland as well as growing curiosity across the U.K. spawned successful touring and the release of an E.P. simply titled Popkiller, the band even performing at a variety of European gigs.
Despite a positive response from the group's fans, the 2009 mini-album from the reformed rockers got followed by a period of additional line-up fluctuations and struggles at the edge of commercial success. Frontman Toby Jepson notably left Gun in mid-2010 to concentrate on other projects. Dante Gizzi decided to step up from simply handling backing vocals to being the lead vocalist. The team of the Gizzi brothers with bassist Derek Brown and drummer Paul McManus jelled during various tours since 2010. While post-reunion Gun remained outside the musical mainstream, the guys determined to keep the band's flame alive with their live performances and hold to their deliberately retro rock sound in future releases.
2012's Break the Silence and 2015's Frantic both, as shown from the titles alone, found the band wrestling with its place in a quickly evolving music industry as well as with the legacy of its career. The group's latest studio album is Favourite Pleasures, which came out on 15 September 2017. The buzz from publications such as Drowned in Sound, Glasgow Live, and Mic Magazine U.K. have praised the release as Gun's best post-reunion effort. Recording in the band's own Morse Code studios in Paisley, Scotland, the Gizzi brothers have credited new guitarist Tommy Gentry, a charismatic blonde-haired metalhead poached from Zico Chain, for the boost that they've been looking for.
Album discography:
Taking on the World
Gallus
Swagger
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Popkiller
Break the Silence
Frantic
Favourite Pleasures
Current line-up as Gun:
Dante Gizzi - Vocals
Giulano "Jools" Gizzi - Guitar
Tommy Genry - Guitar
Andy Carr - Bass
Paul McManus - Drums
Former members within Gun include (1987 - 1997, 2008 - 2017):
Toby Jepson - Vocals
Mark Rankin - Vocals
Camillo Morlotti - Bass
Baby Stafford - Guitar
Scott Shields - Drums
Alex Dickson - Guitar
Mark Kerr - Drums
Stuart Kerr - Drums
Alan Thornton - Drums
Gordon Mcneil - Drums
Irvin Duguid - Keyboards
Greg Barnes - Keyboards
Line-up within Blind Allez:
Guilano Gizzi - Guitar
Ian Murray - Guitar
Camillo Morlotti - Bass
Peter Scallan - Vocals
Alan Thornton - Drums
Website: http://www.gunofficial.co.uk
2. Gun is a rap duo from Ostrobothnia, Finland.
3. G.U.N. is a hardcore punk band from Nashville, Tennessee
Say
Gun Lyrics
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candy hearts to give away
No first of spring no song to sing
In fact here's just another ordinary day
No April rain no flowers bloom
no wedding Saturday within the month of June
But what it is something true made up ofthese three
words that I must say to you
I just called to say how much I care
I just called to say I love you
And I mean it from the bottom of my heart
No summer's high no warm July
no harvest moon to light one tender August night
No autumn breeze
no falling leaves
Not even time for birds to fly to southern skies
No Libra sun no Halloween
no giving thanks to all the Christmas joy you bring
But what it is though old so new
To fill your heart like
no three words could ever do
I just called to say I love you
I just called to say how much I care
I just called to say I love you
And I mean it from the bottom of my heart
I just called to say I love you
I just called to say how much I care
I just called to say I love you
And I mean it from the
bottom of my heart
I just called to say I love you
I just called to say how much I care
I just called to say I love you
And I mean it from the
bottom of my heart of my heart
of my heart
In the song "Say" by Gun, the lyrics convey a sense of longing and appreciation for someone special. The opening lines highlight a lack of traditional celebrations and events throughout the year, suggesting that these external markers of happiness are not what truly matter. The absence of holidays, springtime, and even the changing seasons serve as metaphors for the absence of joy in the singer's life.
However, amidst this lack of external joy, the lyrics emphasize the importance of honesty and emotional connection. The repetition of the phrase "I just called to say I love you" signifies a simple act of reaching out to express one's feelings directly, without any convoluted gestures or grand displays. It represents a profound and genuine expression of love and care, unburdened by societal norms or expectations.
The lyrics also suggest a profound appreciation of the recipient's presence in the singer's life. By stating that these three simple words – "I love you" – can fill one's heart like nothing else, the songwriter alludes to the power of love to bring happiness and contentment. This heartfelt message is meant to convey the deep emotional connection shared between the singer and the recipient, affirming the meaning and significance of their relationship.
The concluding lines of the song, repeating the phrase "I just called to say I love you," reinforce the simplicity and sincerity of this message. The repetition emphasizes the importance and authenticity of the sentiment being expressed. It is conveyed that these words are not to be taken lightly but hold immense weight and truth. The singer means every word sincerely, from the very bottom of their heart, signifying the depth of their feelings and the significance of the relationship they share.
In summary, the lyrics of "Say" by Gun highlight a longing for emotional connection and express the importance of sincerity and authenticity in expressing one's feelings. The absence of external celebrations and events throughout the year serves as a metaphor for the lack of joy in the singer's life. However, the song emphasizes the power of love and the significance of expressing it directly and sincerely. Ultimately, the lyrics convey a profound appreciation for the recipient and a genuine declaration of love from the bottom of the singer's heart.
Line by Line Meaning
No New Year's Day to celebrate no chocolate covered candy hearts to give away
There are no special occasions or gestures of love like New Year's Day or giving chocolate hearts.
No first of spring no song to sing In fact here's just another ordinary day
There are no signs of new beginnings or joyful songs, just an ordinary day.
No April rain no flowers bloom no wedding Saturday within the month of June
There is no rain or blooming flowers, and no weddings taking place in June.
But what it is something true made up of these three words that I must say to you
Despite the absence of special days or events, there is something true and important expressed in three words.
I just called to say I love you
This is a simple, heartfelt expression of love over a phone call.
I just called to say how much I care
The purpose of the call is to convey the depth of care and affection felt.
And I mean it from the bottom of my heart
The love and care expressed are genuine and heartfelt.
No summer's high no warm July no harvest moon to light one tender August night
There are no enjoyable summer moments or romantic moonlit nights in August.
No autumn breeze no falling leaves Not even time for birds to fly to southern skies
There is no feeling of autumn with its breeze, falling leaves, or birds migrating.
No Libra sun no Halloween no giving thanks to all the Christmas joy you bring
There are no astrological or festive events, and no appreciation for the happiness brought by Christmas.
But what it is though old so new To fill your heart like no three words could ever do
However, there is something timeless and yet refreshingly new that can fill the heart in a way no other words can.
And I mean it from the bottom of my heart
The love expressed is sincere and comes deeply from within.
I just called to say I love you
Once again, this is a simple declaration of love over a phone call.
I just called to say how much I care
The call is made to emphasize the extent of care and affection felt.
I just called to say I love you
It is reiterated that the purpose of the call is to express love.
And I mean it from the bottom of my heart
The love and care conveyed are heartfelt and genuine.
I just called to say I love you
The sentiment of love is restated.
I just called to say how much I care
The depth of care and affection is emphasized once again.
I just called to say I love you
The declaration of love is repeated for emphasis.
And I mean it from the bottom of my heart of my heart of my heart
The love expressed is heartfelt and sincere, from the very depths of the artist's heart.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Downtown Music Publishing, Songtrust Ave, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Stevie Wonder
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MMCUSN
“I do not aim with my hand; he who aims with his hand has forgotten the face of his father.
I aim with my eye.
I do not shoot with my hand; he who shoots with his hand has forgotten the face of his father.
I shoot with my mind.
I do not kill with my gun; he who kills with his gun has forgotten the face of his father.
I kill with my heart.”
― Stephen King, The Gunslinger
On2wls
People in Congress that have never owned or shot a gun should NEVER be in charge of writing laws concerning those guns.
Donnie Bell
Exactly and all other god givin rights
Che Coleman
Just so we're clear: He said a 30-06 was "far less lethal" than a 5.56....
Someoneelse
A literal plethora of ignorance…
sjgavenger37
Yep that is what they said
J Baker
He's obviously an expert
yodaddy82 daddy
There should be required a firearm expert to sit in and call out bullshit when it's said
Woody Davis
Massad Ayoob or Ron Spomer would suffice.
DukeOfTennessee117
You don’t have the right “to feel safe.” You have the right to defend yourself
1000101
Indeed, the best way to feel safe is to rest assured in the knowledge you have the right to defend yourself. You can't "feel safe" if you can't defend yourself - they go hand-in-hand. I don't "feel safe" knowing there are cops "somewhere out there with a gun" when I am faced with danger. I "feel safe" when I have a gun and can put the danger in the ground if need be.