The art of telling stories, of expressing emotion, of speaking with rhythm … Read Full Bio ↴The art of telling stories, of expressing emotion, of speaking with rhythm and register, has been a need of humanity since the very beginning. Without storytelling, we have silence. Head of the Herd is opposite that silence, the musical collision of our bluesy forefathers’ storytelling, with the palpable energy of Rock n’ Roll.

The Vancouver based band has recently completed their sophomore record and they’ve unmistakably found their stride. Harnessing the energy of their live show, this record highlights the beastly, melodic, storytelling prowess that is Head of the Herd. They created the album in two sessions. The first with one of rock’s most sought after producers Gggarth Richardson, the man behind Rage Against the Machine’s chart topping debut, Biffy Clyro’s 2013 UK #1 album “Opposites” and countless in between. The second session was produced by Rick Jackett & James Black from the multi-platinum group Finger Eleven. The Album is set for a June 4 release. The album will be named after the first single, a duet with Jasmin Parkin from Mother Mother titled “By This Time Tomorrow.” The song has been used by the NHL & Hockey Night in Canada for a playoff montage, and as of late June, the song hit #1 on the national rock charts.

In the time since the release of their debut LP “On The House,” Head of the Herd has gained significant momentum. Being named Fox Seeds winners (previous winners include Nickelback, Matthew Good Bif Naked & More) was only the beginning. They’ve toured across the Country for Canadian Music Week, released music videos for their radio singles, played Telusfest, the Grey Cup Festival, and have opened for Guns n’ Roses, The Sheepdogs, and the Trews. Their single “Knock Me Down” has taken them on and beyond the radio, being featured in Rip Curl and well as GT Bikes/Red Bull videos online.

Their debut single “Ain’t My Day” has been played on radio throughout Western Canada and online, with a video by acclaimed director Luke Hansen-MacDonald. And recently, Billabong has used their chilling tale of “Erinyes” for their Damn AM TV show.
Head of the Herd is modern blues with a hell of an edge, and they’re proud to unveil their sophomore LP, “By This Time Tomorrow.”

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All The Way
Head Of The Herd Lyrics

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So I will go all the way
Gotta live for today, yeah
I couldn't care what anybody says, no
So I will go all the way
I ain't stoppin
Cause I'm just walkin'
Going through the ones
That told me I was good for nothin'

So they don't know me
And I don't care
I don't need to live with
All of that above me here
So I will go all the way
Gotta live for today, yeah
I couldn't care what anybody says, no
So I will go all the way
The darlin at me is a kamikaze
Dodgy hips and hooks and lips that
Loves to kiss up on me
She says do it softly
She says do it slowly
She says do it any way that makes it less nice
Where you came from and where you gonna go
All the ways you love me I will never know
'Cause I'm sitting here on my own
In a room full of people with a microphone
So I will go all the way
Gotta live for today, yeah
I couldn't care what anybody says, no
So I will go all the way
The only place that's home
I'm near you when you roam
I run inside the stone
That's all I've ever known
The way my heart it flipped
When I felt you on my lips
And I fell to my knees for this and
Everytime I came back since
So I will go all the way
Gotta live for today, yeah

I couldn't care what anybody says, no
So I will go, all the way

Overall Meaning

The song “All the Way” by Head of the Herd is centered around the theme of living life to the fullest and pursuing one's passions with an unbridled determination. The singer of the song proclaims that he is going to "go all the way" and live for today, regardless of what others may think or say. He is unapologetic and steadfast in his conviction, stating that he doesn't care if people underestimated him or if he appeared to be lacking in talent because he is going for it anyway.

The second verse introduces a romantic relationship that has the potential to distract him from his goals, but he doesn't seem to mind. The singer is entranced by the woman with a kamikaze attitude and dodgy hips, hooks, and lips that love to kiss up on him. Despite her insistence to take it easy, the singer is ready to go all out and give it his all. The singer's love of life and determination to live it on his own terms is further emphasized in the bridge as he describes himself as sitting "in a room full of people with a microphone."

Overall, the song's message is uplifting, urging listeners to pursue their dreams with passion and determination, regardless of what anybody else thinks. It encourages individuals to live life to the fullest and embrace every moment without any regrets.

Line by Line Meaning

So I will go all the way
I will pursue my dreams and follow my own path.

Gotta live for today, yeah
I need to focus on the present and enjoy my life.

I couldn't care what anybody says, no
I don't care about other people's opinions, I will do what I want.

I ain't stoppin
I won't give up or be deterred.

Cause I'm just walkin'
I'm moving forward in my own direction.

Going through the ones That told me I was good for nothin'
I'm proving my doubters wrong and overcoming their criticism.

So they don't know me And I don't care
The opinions of others don't matter to me because they don't know who I really am.

I don't need to live with All of that above me here
I don't want to be held back by negativity or limitations from others.

The darlin at me is a kamikaze Dodgy hips and hooks and lips that Loves to kiss up on me
The person with me is wild and passionate.

She says do it softly She says do it slowly She says do it any way that makes it less nice
She encourages spontaneity and experimentation.

Where you came from and where you gonna go All the ways you love me I will never know
I don't know everything about this person but I don't need to.

'Cause I'm sitting here on my own In a room full of people with a microphone
Even though I'm surrounded by others, I'm still alone in my own thoughts.

The only place that's home I'm near you when you roam I run inside the stone That's all I've ever known
Being with this person feels like home and I feel safe with them.

The way my heart it flipped When I felt you on my lips And I fell to my knees for this and Everytime I came back since
I am deeply in love and willing to do anything for this person.

Writer(s): James Van Heusen, Sammy Cahn

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