1) A Canadian punk rock band fr… Read Full Bio ↴There are several artists named Gus:
1) A Canadian punk rock band from the 90s from Vancouver, BC. They released a split, two eps and a full length album.
2) A punk band from Florida.
3) Gus, also on last.fm as Gus Black is a singer/songwriter from Los Angeles California. Last century he released two records for Almo Sounds under the name “Gus”, but now records under his full name, Gus Black. His cover of “Don’t Fear the Reaper” was on the soundtrack for the original Scream movie. His songs have been featured in television shows, including Alias, Smallville, and One Tree Hill. He likes animals, food, water, and most of all good music. .
The above all released several 7" recordings.
4) A funk rock band from Melbourne, Australia in the early 90s. The released an EP entitled "Hallucinations" and later became Aspirin.
5) Gus Papas from Mississauga, Ontario is a Canadian classic rock guitarist who released the album Convicted! in 1980 which featured the club rock hit I'm not finished. He had several bands since then, e.g. Gus & The New Breed, Legal Tender and Gus & The Bottle Devils.
6) A Canadian singer/songwriter named Gus McMillan. He is known for being the opening act for Johnny Orlando, and has many popular songs such as “Dancing Alone” and “Humid Summer.”
The Reaper
Gus Lyrics
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Here but now -- they're gone.
Seasons don't fear the reaper,
Nor do the wind,
the sun or the rain So come on baby, (don't fear the reaper)
Take my hand (don't fear the reaper)
We'll be able to fly, (don't fear the reaper)
Baby, I'm your man...
Valentine -- is done,
Here but now -- they're gone.
Romeo and Juliet,
Are together in eternity (Romeo and Juliet)
40,000 men and women everyday (like Romeo and Juliet)
Another 40,000 everyday (we can be like they are)
So come on baby (don't fear the reaper)
Take my hand (don't fear the reaper)
We'll be able to fly (don't fear the reaper)
Cause baby, I'm your man...
Baby, I'm your man...
Romeo and Juliet,
Are together in eternity (Romeo and Juliet)
So come on baby (don't fear the reaper)
Take my hand (don't fear the reaper)
We'll be able to fly (don't fear the reaper)
Baby, I'm your man...
Baby, I'm your man...
[music to end]
In this song, Gus is exploring the topic of death with a positive outlook. The first two lines, "All our times have come, Here but now they're gone" refer to the inevitability of death - everyone's time will come, but right now we are still alive. The next lines, "Seasons don't fear the reaper, Nor do the wind, the sun or the rain" suggest that nature doesn't fear death because it's an inevitable part of life. This could be interpreted as a comforting message to listeners, reminding them that death is a natural occurrence.
The chorus, "so come on baby, don't fear the reaper, take my hand, we'll be able to fly" can be interpreted as the singer inviting his loved one to join him in death (symbolized by flying), promising to be there for them and ease their fears. The line "40,000 men and women everyday" is an interesting one because it refers to the number of deaths that happen every day. The reference to Romeo and Juliet being together in eternity suggests that even in death, love can last forever. Overall, the song takes a positive outlook on death, suggesting that it is natural and not to be feared.
Line by Line Meaning
All our times -- have come
Our time is limited, and we must make the most of it.
Here but now -- they're gone.
The present and our experiences cannot be held onto forever; time and moments keep moving forward.
Seasons don't fear the reaper,
The cyclical nature of nature illustrates to us that death is just another part of life's progression.
Nor do the wind, the sun or the rain
Elements of nature don't fear the reaper since they are eternal and resistant in the face of death.
So come on baby, (don't fear the reaper)
Death is an intrinsic part of life, so don't be afraid of the inevitable.
Take my hand (don't fear the reaper)
Let us face the end together, without fear and uncertainty.
We'll be able to fly, (don't fear the reaper)
By accepting death and leaning into its reality, we can achieve a sense of freedom from the limitations of life.
Cause baby, I'm your man...
The singer is offering his love, support and guidance to overcome fear.
Valentine -- is done,
The fleeting nature of romantic love, and how it is often associated with the pleasures and pains of life.
Romeo and Juliet, Are together in eternity (Romeo and Juliet)
The final fate of love, in which the permanence of death unites the tragic characters in a way that a lifetime of love could not.
40,000 men and women everyday (like Romeo and Juliet)
The universality of death constantly brings new people into its fold, across all ages and circumstances.
Another 40,000 everyday (we can be like they are)
With so much death around us, we can still choose to live and love without fear of the unknown.
Baby, I'm your man...
The singer is again reminding his partner that he is there to comfort and support them on their journey, even towards the end.
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@haroldwinchester5765
"I was at home watching Television and the uh..the Exorcist was on..got me thinkin of you"
@ChrisManley1994
“If this is about the time I puked green slime and masturbated with the crucifix, IT WAS MY FIRST KEG PARTY BOBBY!!!!” 😏😂
@christinaestrada1146
lol I remember thinking what kind of romantic gesture is that? What a morbid frame of thinking but hey, it's unique and not a cliche profession at the very least.
@LARRYLARRY704
It actually occurred to me... I never snuck through your bedroom window
@xtraflo
Let's keep it about the Underwear stud muffin ...
@Johno1992
Well I was hoping to get my balls licked but I wouldn't want to break your little underwear rule now would I? So maybe just some on top clothes type stuff?
@raijucrowntail6899
The 90's can never die, there is a little 90's in all of us!
@stevenjones4059
Especially for those of us who were born in the 90s such as myself
@SavingStarTrek
the 90s live on via a song from the 70s..... go figure.
@KeeperProtector
Damn
I was born on July 20th, 1999💁
The last year of the 90s😢