I Walk On Gilded Splinters
Humble Pie Lyrics
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"I Walk On Gilded Splinters" is a song by Dr. John that's been covered by several artists, including Humble Pie. The lyrics depict a person who's powerful and respected, walking confidently despite their sins. The "gilded splinters" in the song title represent figuratively the illusions of success and worldly pleasures that people strive for but can be destructive, leading to sinful behavior that brings the person down in the end. The lyrics suggest that no matter how successful or powerful a person gets, they are still flawed and stuck in earthly desires and sin.
One interpretation of the song is that it's a cautionary tale of cautioning people to be mindful that success and power can be intoxicating and alluring, but they can also be destructive in the end. As the person walks on the "gilded splinters," they're teetering on the edge of worldly pleasure and destruction. The song suggests that it's important to stay grounded and recognize one's flaws, even in times of success and good fortune.
In summary, "I Walk On Gilded Splinters" is a powerful song that explores the complexity of human desires, power, and sin. It's a cautionary tale that underscores the importance of humility, even in times of success.
Line by Line Meaning
Some people think they jive me
There are some people who think they can trick or deceive me
But I know they must be crazy
I am aware that their actions are illogical and nonsensical
Don't see their wicked ways
I am blind to their malevolent intentions
We're gonna get a little spacey
We are about to enter into a state of altered consciousness
Don't worry, I won't let it phase me
I am not going to let this affect my mood or state of mind
I Walk on Gilded Splinters
I possess a great deal of wealth and power, and I am unburdened by everyday struggles
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Steve Marriott, Dr Johyn Creaux, Ray Charles
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DON COLE'S ROCK HISTORY 101
1971 seemed to be a magical year for "Live" albums.
Three of the Best "All Time" Live albums were released that year.
1. Humble Pie - Performance: Rockin The Fillmore
2. Johnny Winter And - Live
3. Allman Brothers Band - At Fillmore East
This was a time when musicians could "actually" play and knew how to expand on a song and jam on it and see where it takes them.
It's one of the main reasons that so many legendary artists came out of the 60s and 70s.
You don't hear much of that interplay today when the average rock band concentrates on a 3½ minute single.
Since most of the current bands today copy each other and have no real music knowledge of what came before them, they know very little about how to get together, take a song and just cut loose and let it flow.
And until they quit copying everything that is out there on the radio right now and go back and learn from the masters . . . Rock group will continue to be a dime a dozen . . . all looking the same, all sounding the same and all sounding like they are singing the same song.
My one piece of advice to younger musicians is this . . . learn from the past.
How cany you know where music is going if you have no clue where it's been.
gretschguy
My goodness Frampton and Marriott together! Every bit as good as the best acts out at the time. What a great video!
Đ.J. βυττεһ Fíпgíz
Every bit as better than a number of 'em, and I'm speaking of those whom I as well respect, so that's saying somethin'...
Damian Montoya
Agree. Many bands emulated their swag. Plant, Jagger and the rest knew that Steve Marriott's vocals were on another level.
Dave Edwards
THIS is EXACTLY what they sounded like live when I saw them in concert. This is what bands of this level sounded like BEFORE SUBWOOFERS!
Listen carefully, EVERY instrument is loud clear and AUDIBLE, The kick drum, sounds like a DRUM, not some low frequency weapon at 20 hz. A GREAT live mix, and trust me- Ten Years After, Jethro Tull, Rhinoceros, Mountain, Queen, and a lot of other bands- sounded as great as this, before subs. REALLY. Listen to what DYNAMICS are - like the way real musicians use to use in concert.
Brett Vroman
Before sub-woofers, I am curious?
Dave Edwards
@Brett Vroman Modern subs were not used in the sixties.. there were bi-amped, and tri-amped PA systems, but now, we have dedicated subs, that produce tremendous standing bass waves- that carry long distances. I have been to far too many concerts, where all you can hear and feel, is the kick drum. I saw Three Dog Night- and the VOCALS were drowned out by the kick. I'm sure the sound guys loved it.. but if those guys heard what I heard, they'd be pissed. To me, the abuse and over mixing of kick drums in subs has literally ruined live music for me. All I can say is- I used to go to see all the great bands back in the day- in New York City- no subs, and the sound was amazing. Many at The Fillmore East, Capitol Theater, The Pavillion in Flushing Queens, Town Hall, The Beacon theater- all great concerts.
Dan R
@Dave Edwards Yes, totally agree. I saw Steve Hackett last year and the sound was so fat it might has well have been nine inch nails. Same when I saw Steve Vai at the same venue - a theater. The bass drum was so thumping and so unnecessary for that kind of music. Why do you think the sound guys would be loving that? Surely they aren't so ignorant that they can't tell how it doesn't suit?
M
Music as it was supposed to be - just excellent musicians playing excellent music based on feelings. ❤️🔝❤️ How I miss those days..
Chuck Bob
My lord, how are they not mentioned in the same breath as Led Zeppelin and Deep Purple? What an amazing band Humble Pie was.
Lord Harry
yeah it is amazing