Hellbillies are an excellent example of the concept of country music put in the context of another country's culture and language. The group sings only in the Hallingdal dialect (not in English or "standard" Norwegian). When they have covered American songs -- as they sometimes did on their earlier albums -- they translated the lyrics into Hallingdal dialect and/or wrote new lyrics that reflect contemporary Norwegian people, life and culture. Today, most of Hellbillies recordings are original material.
As of 2008, the group has recorded ten albums -- two of which are "live" albums.
The group has also collaborated with musicians from the US such as Rob Hajacos (fiddle player for Garth Brooks) from Nashville, who plays fiddle on at least three of Hellbillies’ albums. Hajacos has been to Norway twice to do live gigs and record albums with the group.
On february 22th 2013 came their very first EP with english text "Seven Bridges Crossed - Part 1"
In May 2009, Hellbillies shared the stage with legendary southern rock band Lynyrd Skynyrd at the Oslo Spektrum.
Hellbillies are:
Aslag Haugen (vocals, rhythm guitar)
Lars Håvard Haugen (vocals, lead guitar, steel guitar, mandolin)
Arne Moslåtten (rhythm guitar, flute, recorder, accordion)
Arne Henry Sandum (bass)
Bjørn Gunnar Sando (drums)
Lars Christian Narum (piano, keyboard)
Angelina
Hellbillies Lyrics
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You'r runnin free, runnin to the sound of the distant drum
So long, you got to hold on strong
I know you're tryin to make it on your own
Angelina, seems like were going nowhere
I'ts hard to see, life down this long and winding road
So long, we got to hold on strong
Buy me a river, so I can drift away
Build me a house, on solid ground
That's how I feel, I'm on a turning point
Strange how a life is slipping away
Strange how a life is slipping away
Angelina, our time Is slowly fading
We had our share, after all It was no waste
Of time, just to walk that line
I'll keep your memory on my mind
Buy me a river so I can drift away
Build me a house on solid ground
That's how I feel, I'm on a turning point
Strange how a life is slipping away
Strange how a life is slipping away
Than In the middle of the night
We'll stumble in the dark
Reach out for the light
So buy me a river, and let me drift away
Build me a house on solid ground
That's how i feel, I'm on a turning point
Strange how a life is slipping away
Strange how a life is slipping away
So buy me a river, and let me drift away
Build me a house on solid ground
That's how I feel, I'm on a turning point
Strange how a life Is slipping away
Oh yeah
Strange how a life Is slipping away
The song "Angelina" by Hellbillies is a moving ballad that speaks to the complexities of life, the struggles of holding onto hope and the fear of growing older. The lyrics begin by addressing Angelina, who's running free to the sound of a distant drum. The wind is blowing and Angelina is searching for her place in the world. The lyrics seem to be a reflection on the theme of finding oneself and holding on to hope, despite the struggles of life. As the song progresses, it addresses the challenges of being on a long and winding road, and the need to hold on tight and keep walking.
The lyrics also explore the idea of building a solid foundation, both metaphorically and physically, as expressed through the lines "Buy me a river, so I can drift away, build me a house on solid ground". The song continues to reflect on the different phases of life, the passage of time, and how life can slip away in the blink of an eye. Overall, "Angelina" is a poignant and introspective ballad that speaks to the human desire for hope, meaning, and a sense of belonging in a chaotic world.
Line by Line Meaning
Angelina, where you wanna go when the wind blows
Asking Angelina about where she wants to go when she's feeling free and wild.
You'r runnin free, runnin to the sound of the distant drum
She's running free towards her own happiness, following her own rhythm.
So long, you got to hold on strong
Life may be tough, but she has to be strong and persistent.
I know you're tryin to make it on your own
Angelina is trying to make it on her own and find her place in the world.
Angelina, seems like were going nowhere
Angelina feels like she's lost and not making progress.
I'ts hard to see, life down this long and winding road
Life is uncertain and unpredictable, and it's hard to see where it's heading.
So long, we got to hold on strong
We need to be strong and hold on to our dreams, even when it seems like we're going nowhere.
Still search for this place to call my own
Angelina is still searching for a place where she belongs and feels at home.
Buy me a river, so I can drift away
Angelina wants to escape and be carried away by a river.
Build me a house, on solid ground
She wants a stable and secure home where she can find peace.
That's how I feel, I'm on a turning point
Angelina feels like she's at a turning point in her life and things could go either way.
Strange how a life is slipping away
Life can be short and unpredictable, and it's strange how it can slip away from us.
Angelina, our time Is slowly fading
Their time together is coming to an end.
We had our share, after all It was no waste
They had their moments and it was all worth it, even if it's coming to an end now.
Of time, just to walk that line
It was worth spending time together and walking the path they chose.
I'll keep your memory on my mind
He will cherish the memories of their time together.
Than In the middle of the night
At some point in the future.
We'll stumble in the dark
They may face difficulties and challenges in the future.
Reach out for the light
But they will reach for hope and positivity to guide them through.
So buy me a river, and let me drift away
Angelina wants to leave her troubles behind and find peace by drifting away.
Oh yeah
An expression of affirmation and agreement.
Contributed by Logan P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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on Øysaus
Sing until you’re blue in the face
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on Øysaus
They could at least add a little cream