On July 2005, he temporarily replaced Christopher Amott as guitarist of melodic death metal band Arch Enemy on their Ozzfest dates, and also contributed to their album Doomsday Machine by playing lead guitar on the song "Taking Back my Soul".
He has made guest appearances for various artists, such as providing solos on the songs "Felonies of the Christian Art" and "Life Deprived" by Old Man's Child, from the album In Defiance of Existence, and a few solos on the album Gallows Gallery by the Japanese avant-garde black metal band Sigh).
Letting Go
Gus G. Lyrics
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There′s no conviction, there's no crime
Inside this prison they will hide me from the night
I′m just a product of my past, oh
I don't want to, I just need to
Tell me everything's fine, fine, fine
A man in the making
I won′t be a failure, I′ve got so much to give
So I want you to know, I'm letting go
I′ve got to block out diabolical displays
Before they come for me again
Going about my way, they review every move
When will this madness ever end? If ever...
A light in the darkness, it leads me to hope
A man in the making
I won't be a failure, I′ve got so much to give
So I want you to know, I'm letting go
A light in the darkness, it leads me to hope
A man in the making
I won′t be a failure, I've got so much to give
So I want you to know, I'm letting go
A light in the darkness
I won′t be a failure, I′ve got so much to give
So I want you to know, I'm letting go - I′m letting go
The lyrics of Gus G.'s song Letting Go convey the struggles of the singer who is haunted by his terrifying thoughts. The opening lines, "My thoughts are terrifying, behind opened eyes, There's no conviction, there's no crime" sets the tone of the song. The singer seems to be a prisoner of his own mind, and his past continues to dictate his present. The line "Inside this prison, they will hide me from the night" further highlights his feelings of being trapped.
The chorus of the song displays the singer's yearning for hope and redemption. He acknowledges that he is a man in the making and does not want to be a failure. The line "A light in the darkness, it leads me to hope" highlights his faith in his abilities and the belief that there is a way out of his current situation. The repeated line "I'm letting go" signifies the singer's decision to let go of his past and to embrace the present.
The song also talks about the singer's fear of being judged and scrutinized. He wants to go about his life without feeling like he is constantly being watched. The line "Going about my way, they review every move" highlights the singer's struggle with anxiety and paranoia.
In summary, "Letting Go" is a song that encapsulates the struggles of a protagonist who is fighting the demons of his past. He yearns for hope and redemption and hopes to let go of his past and embrace the present.
Line by Line Meaning
My thoughts are terrifying, behind opened eyes
My mind is consumed by scary thoughts even when I'm awake and alert.
There's no conviction, there's no crime
I haven't committed any crime yet I'm imprisoned by my own thoughts.
Inside this prison they will hide me from the night
My mind is like a prison where I am trapped all night.
I'm just a product of my past, oh
I am who I am because of my past experiences.
I don't want to, I just need to
Although I don't want to think this way, my mind forces me to.
Tell me everything's fine, fine, fine
I need reassurance that everything is okay.
A light in the darkness, it leads me to hope
There is some hope for me, even though I feel stuck.
A man in the making
I am still learning and growing.
I won't be a failure, I've got so much to give
Despite my struggles, I still have a lot to offer.
So I want you to know, I'm letting go
I am trying to release my negative thoughts and move forward.
I've got to block out diabolical displays
I need to stop myself from seeing terrible things in my mind.
Before they come for me again
I am trying to prevent myself from experiencing more negative thoughts.
Going about my way, they review every move
I feel like I'm being closely watched and judged for everything I do.
When will this madness ever end? If ever...
I wonder when or if I'll ever be able to escape this cycle of negative thoughts.
I'm letting go - I'm letting go
I am actively working to let go of my negative thoughts and emotions.
Writer(s): Gus G, Karamitroudis Konstantinos
Contributed by Eli P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
81giorikas
@Mike Although I am Greek and I wasn't really "content" to hear that gus wasn't to tour with ozzy (because...ozzy albums is another thing alltogether...steve steavens!?!?), I fear ozzy is at his last tour more or less.
His recent live videos with zakk wylde (which I am not really fond of in general) are terrible. He can't pretty much change pitch and he is downtuned 2,5 tones down. So the songs are slow and warbly. Better to give up.
BUT, for the last tour, it should be zakk wylde. I mean the guy is an asshole more or less. But it is ozzy's asshole (lol) and practically family and fans wanted him to close the ozzy chapter the same way they wanted ozzy to front the last black sabbath tour for example.
I totally understand it and in some way I think even zakk wylde got it as well and that brings me to your point because, in those last live recordings he tries (?) to play the solos as accurate to the original as they can be (well he is zakk wylde anyway) vs the past. As if he wants to give fans their money's worth if it is indeed their last gigs together. Who knows.
He also dedicates the crowley solo to randy rhoads directly pointing at the sky.
Zakk wylde and gus g are very good on terms with each other.
headbangermaniac
I´ve met Gus and I can say that beyond the marvelous axeman all the people can see, he is also a nice and humble person! :) I will never forget his kindness that goes in hand with his unparalleled talent! :D lml Awesome tune, as always!
Michelle Lannon
I Totally Agree!!~
Merrill Hawkins
Damn! That old man has an amazing voice!!!
Ken R.B.
This song rocks, especially the chorus! The very last guitar solo is epic...It's so melodic.
TheTrueFortress
Gus never disappoints me, ever. Whether a band scenario or solo, the dude delivers. I own everything on which he’s played. Fantastic guitarist, songwriter and fella. It’s too bad Ozzy’s camp never tasked Gus to write an album. I guarantee Mr. G. could have delivered a classic Oz record. Anyway, yeah, Gus’ new effort is an instant buy. Hail.
Arco van Akkeren
While I am a huge fan of the music Gus brings out (solo or band effort) I still wonder why the O-camp said he 'couldn't deliver'..
captainflamson
TheTrueFortress I'm right there with you man, Gus is the real deal through and through, Ozzy screwed up by rehashing it with Zakk (don't get me wrong, I love Zakk too, No Rest for the Wicked is classic), Gus would've been better!
Nelson Ferry
PATAÇO NA ORELHA! SENSACIONAL! SONZEIRA! Tocaa muitoo!
jeffsond
Awesome song!! The bass player’s voice is killer, love the gray beard!!! Gus as always... smashing it!!!
Free Funker
What a nice sound of guitars! So pleasant to my ears!