Allegedly nicknamed "King Monkey" by Dodgy's drummer Mathew Priest. Brown is well known to standout from the crowd and had his own unique style, whilst in The Roses he used to often wear big baggy flares and his landmark t-shirt with banknotes on. He now has a more casual look: Adidas Jackets, tracksuit bottoms, army trousers and a pair of shades. He is also recognisable for his varying hairstyles including: Blonde mohawk (early Stone Roses days) short (also early Stone roses days) undercut (similar to John Squire's) Big Hair (1989) bob cut (early 90's) Skinhead and his most well known hairdo long and shaggy with a fringe.
He has had two top 5 singles in the UK, My Star and Dolphins Were Monkeys. In 2005 he collaborated with Noel Gallagher from Oasis for the track Keep What Ya Got. He has also collaborated with U.N.K.L.E. on two tracks, 1999's Be There and Reign in 2004.
Recently Brown has started playing Stone Roses songs during gigs, fuelling speculation that a reunion may be on the cards. But In September 2005 Ian appeared to rule out a Stone Roses reunion saying "there's more chance of me reforming the Happy Mondays than the Roses". Happy Mondays in fact have reformed, but yet Brown appears pessimistic about a likelihood of any reunion. A reunion would also hinge on the co-operation of Roses guitarist John Squire who recently stated his desire to turn his back on music and focus on painting.
His latest album, My Way, was released September 2009.
The Gravy Train
Ian Brown Lyrics
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Sunshine on your face, in the first dawn light
Way she waits to let the moment linger
Way the future`s always bring surprise
It aint cocaine running through your veins
Blue caviar on the gravy train
It aint cocaine as you sip champagne
As you toast hightimes on your Gravy Train
All of the riches in this time, I know you`re mine
Waiting for the lightening so exciting after the thunder
Twinkle in your eyes, the starlight shines
The diamond in your mind is cut from wonder
I know how your feeling and you`re feeling fine
It aint cocaine running through your veins
Blue caviar on the gravy train
It aint cocaine as you sip champagne
As you toast hightimes on your Gravy Train
So many vampires in the night
All of the riches in this time, I know you`re mine
I know you`re mine
And we got all the time in the world
Yeah we got all the time in the world
The lyrics to Ian Brown's song The Gravy Train are about the luxurious lifestyle that comes with fame and fortune. The song describes the feeling of being on top of the world, with all the riches and opportunities that come with it. The opening lines, "Way a little baby wraps the hand around your finger, Sunshine on your face, in the first dawn light, Way she waits to let the moment linger, Way the future`s always bring surprise" compare the feeling of success to the innocence and joy of a newborn baby, emphasizing the excitement and wonder that comes with a new beginning.
The chorus, "It aint cocaine running through your veins, Blue caviar on the gravy train, It aint cocaine as you sip champagne, As you toast hightimes on your Gravy Train, So many vampires in the night, All of the riches in this time, I know you`re mine" further emphasizes the indulgent lifestyle that success brings. The comparison of "blue caviar" to cocaine highlights the idea that wealth is like a drug, and the "gravy train" refers to the system of success and excess that keeps one on top. Despite the songwriter's own success, he acknowledges the presence of "vampires in the night," or those who would try to take advantage of his wealth and fame.
Overall, The Gravy Train is a commentary on the pitfalls and pleasures of wealth and fame. The song both celebrates the benefits of success while recognizing its potential downsides.
Line by Line Meaning
Way a little baby wraps the hand around your finger
A metaphor for how the good things in life can have a sense of innocence and purity, like a baby's grasp on your finger.
Sunshine on your face, in the first dawn light
Describing the feeling of waking up to a beautiful day, with the light of the rising sun warming your face.
Way she waits to let the moment linger
Appreciation for taking time to appreciate small, beautiful moments that may seem insignificant but are still important.
Way the future's always bring surprise
Acknowledging the unpredictability of what lies ahead and the excitement that can bring.
It ain't cocaine running through your veins
A contrast between self-indulgence and wealth (represented by cocaine) and natural, pure emotions and experiences (represented by something else running through your veins).
Blue caviar on the gravy train
Further reference to wealth and excess, with 'blue caviar' being an extravagant delicacy and the 'gravy train' being a metaphor for the luxurious lifestyle that comes with wealth.
As you sip champagne / As you toast high times on your Gravy Train
Continuing the theme of indulgence and luxury, with champagne being another symbol of wealth and high status.
So many vampires in the night
Metaphor for the people who take advantage of others for their own gain, sucking the life out of them like vampires.
All of the riches in this time, I know you're mine
A declaration of love and appreciation for someone, and a recognition that true happiness comes from love rather than material possessions.
Waiting for the lightning so exciting after the thunder
Recognizing that sometimes the most exciting moments come after periods of difficulty or uncertainty, when a sudden burst of light (like lightning) cuts through the darkness.
Twinkle in your eyes, the starlight shines
A celebration of the beauty of a loved one, comparing the twinkle in their eyes to a shining star.
The diamond in your mind is cut from wonder
A metaphor for the brilliance and uniqueness of someone's mind, and how it is shaped by the wonder and curiosity of the world around them.
I know how you're feeling and you're feeling fine
A reassurance that someone is loved and understood, and that they are in a good place emotionally.
And we got all the time in the world
An appreciation for the present moment and the knowledge that there is no need to rush or worry about the future.
Lyrics ยฉ Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: IAN BROWN, DAN BIERTON, DAVE MCCRACKEN, GREG HATWELL
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@toymachiney
You know it's great if you come back ๐
@pcfaulkner
Underratted !!!!
cool tune
@richardsmith6368
this is ian's best album in my opinion. psychedelic stuff
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I suggest you should uncover the occult meaning behind the the phrase Gravy train !
@porterhall27
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@sunstarthunderlighting6983
Brilliant TRUTH, Awesome Album.
@leebuttle1331
Easily my favourite album by KING MONKEY ๐ฅ๐ฅ
AND KEEP ON KEEPING ON as you are a god with swagger!!
@BUTTERFLYLOVEHUGS
Have this album...play it often.. good stuff
@kopitechris
this guy is hit and miss . . but this is one of his better songs , class !
@mickyd61
His best song in my opinion