The band is notably influenced both by 90s post-grunge as well as by 80s dirty hard rock and glam metal, with several critics noting their debt to Guns n' Roses. Cut to almost five years later after Winkler met the guys, and Hinder built a healthy regional following. They released an independent album, titled 'Far From Close', which sold out several thousands of copies. The band was the object of an honest-to-goodness bidding war between three different major labels that resulted in its major label debut, titled 'Extreme Behavior', coming out to much commercial success in 2005.
True to the group's origins in Austin Winkler's cover band, Hinder has released several covers of songs that have inspired the band. Examples include "Bed of Roses" (by Bon Jovi), "Born to be Wild" (by Steppenwolf), "Take Me Home Tonight" (by Eddie Money), and "Thunderstruck" (by AC/DC). Their debut album included the huge hit (and perhaps their best known original song) "Lips Of An Angel", and said album has been triple-platinum certified by the RIAA.
Although receiving mixed to negative critical reviews for 'Extreme Behavior', setting up a pattern for them as being critical whipping boys, "Lips of an Angel" was a rock smash. It topped both the Top 40 Pop Radio Chart and the Digital Download Chart, also putting the group on the top of multiple radio, video and digital charts including Yahoo, iTunes, and MSN. Facing near impossible expectations put on them, with rambunctious live performances stoking the flames, Hinder's sophomore album, 'Take It To The Limit', proved somewhat of a commercial disappointment by comparison. However, the group still moved hundreds of thousands of records and featured a strong glam metal-esque sound that many fans loved.
The band was inducted into the Oklahoma Music Hall of Fame in 2007. After the release of 'Take It To The Limit' in 2008 and 'All American Nightmare' in 2010, though, issues between frontman Winkler and the rest of the band had taken their toll. Finally, on November 20, 2013, it was announced via Loudwire that the band had parted ways with Winkler, the statement saying that there was no animosity towards him but that they just felt it was time to move on. The former Hinder singer has had struggles placing him in rehab before. Saving Abel’s Jared Weeks has often played with the re-jiggered group, and their future is somewhat uncertain though with more studio material promised as of early 2015 (with ex-producer Marshal Dutton being their current singer).
Albums
'Far From Close' (2003)
'Extreme Behavior' (2005)
'Take It To The Limit' (2008)
'All American Nightmare' (2010)
'Welcome to the Freakshow' (2012)
'When the Smoke Clears' (2015)
2) Hinder is a Black Metal band from Netherlands. They have released a full length album, Doodendraad in 2017.
https://hinderbm.bandcamp.com/
Red Tail Lights
Hinder Lyrics
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And this is where the ending begins
Lookin' like you made up your mind
Like anything I say, would be a waste of your time
But it's too little, too late
Too bad that we couldn't save it
Are we really gonna leave this way
Girl, I swear I wasn't runnin' around
Just got sick of you puttin' me down
And who died and made you queen?
You can't put this all on me
Girl, our love's on the line right now
Should we fight, and turn it around?
I know there's gotta be more to this thing
Than two hearts goin' their separate ways
Red tail lights in the pourin' rain
And baby just roll the window down
I really wanna talk this thing out
And we ain't gonna get nowhere screamin'
But if you believe every word you heard
I'm probably better off, that you're leavin'
Girl, I swear I wasn't runnin' around
Just got sick of you puttin' me down
And who died and made you queen?
You can't put this all on me
Girl, our love's on the line right now
Should we fight, and turn it around?
I know there's gotta be more to this thing
Than two hearts goin' their separate ways
Red tail lights in the pourin' rain
Too little, too late
Too bad that we couldn't save it
Are we really gonna leave this way
Give it all up and drive away
Girl, I swear I wasn't runnin' around
Just got sick of you puttin' me down
And who died and made you queen?
You can't put this all on me
Girl, our love's on the line right now
Should we fight, and turn it around?
I know there's gotta be more to this thing
Than two hearts goin' their separate ways
Red tail lights in the pourin' rain
Too little, too late
Too bad that we couldn't save it
Are we really gonna leave this way
Give it all up and drive away
Too little, just too late
You're waitin' by the car as I pull in
This is where the ending begins
The song "Red Tail Lights" by Hinder is a breakup song that depicts a couple's conversation before they drive away from each other. The first stanza of the song describes the couple meeting in the car, where the man realizes that the relationship is ending. The woman seems to have made up her mind that they should part ways, and the man accepts this, as he knows that anything he says won't make a difference.
The second stanza shows that the man has been accused of cheating when he wasn't. He expresses his frustration about his partner putting him down and feeling like he couldn't take it anymore. However, despite this, he wants to have a conversation to try and save their relationship, but the woman doesn't seem interested. The chorus then repeats, emphasizing the inevitability of their relationship's end, despite their efforts to save it.
The final stanza shows the man trying to justify himself and saying that the woman cannot blame him for everything. He acknowledges that their love is on the line, and they must decide whether to fight and turn it around or give up and drive away. The song's title, "Red Tail Lights in the Pouring Rain," is a metaphor for the couple's relationship, which is ending with them going their separate ways.
Line by Line Meaning
You're waitin' by the car as I pull in
You’re standing beside the car, waiting for me to come in.
And this is where the ending begins
This is the moment when everything starts to fall apart.
Lookin' like you made up your mind
You seem to have made a decision already.
Like anything I say, would be a waste of your time
It feels like I won't be able to convince you no matter what I say.
But it's too little, too late
Our efforts are insufficient and there's no turning back from what’s happening.
Too bad that we couldn't save it
It's a shame that our relationship couldn't be saved.
Are we really gonna leave this way
Is this how everything comes to an end?
Give it all up and drive away
Are we going to abandon everything and move on?
Girl, I swear I wasn't runnin' around
I’m swearing to you that I haven't cheated on you.
Just got sick of you puttin' me down
But I got tired of being constantly criticized by you.
And who died and made you queen?
Who gave you the right to act like a royalty and rule over me?
You can't put this all on me
You can't blame everything on me.
Girl, our love's on the line right now
Our troubled relationship is at stake at this very moment.
Should we fight, and turn it around?
Should we engage in a battle to reverse our deteriorating relationship?
I know there's gotta be more to this thing
I'm convinced there’s more to our relationship than this.
Than two hearts goin' their separate ways
We're worth more than just breaking up and going our separate ways.
Red tail lights in the pourin' rain
The red lights of our car are getting dimmer, and it’s starting to rain even harder.
And baby just roll the window down
Please lower down the window, my love.
I really wanna talk this thing out
I'm eager to sit down and discuss our relationship.
And we ain't gonna get nowhere screamin'
We won't accomplish anything if we keep yelling at each other.
But if you believe every word you heard
But if you insist on believing everything you hear.
I'm probably better off, that you're leavin'
It's probably for the best that you leave if you can't trust me.
Too little, just too late
Our attempts to fix our relationship is just too late now.
Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing
Written by: ROSS HANSON, JEFFREY STEELE, AUSTIN WINKLER
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
No Hassls
Just stumbled upon this band a couple of months ago. The older stuff kicks ass!!!!!!
thevisualedge
Lots. I knew them from their radio singles, so I picked up their first album on a whim. Within three days I had every piece of music they've ever put out. They represent just about everything I love about rock music.
Satena Petch
It was pretty epic to see them in concert. IF you havent, I suggest you do. you wont be disappointed Hinder ROCKS live!
wkemp15
Easily the best Hinder song ever made!
Rayne Faya
man wen i first heard this song i listened to it on repeat ALL day for 3 days. not many songs can have me doing that.
Th3Climb
AMAZING Band !!!!!!
Kelly Lestig
Love this band
jay d
these guys style is straight out of the eighties im lovin it keep rockin
MrSunnyBhoy
I'm thinking the same thing mate! everything single song is great, love his voice,
Darjan Ilibasic
what can i say....this is awesome <3