The "classic lineup" of the group would reunite in 1999 and began recording new material. However, the group continued to change lineups and Guns eventually left to form the hard rock supergroup Brides of Destruction with Nikki Sixx of Mötley Crüe in 2002. L.A. Guns continued without Guns, bringing in guitarist Stacey Blades, however, following his decision to put Brides of Destruction on hiatus in 2006, Guns formed The Tracii Guns Band. The group's lineup consisted of former L.A. Guns members Black, Alexander as well as Jeremy Guns (though the lineup would eventually change), with the group eventually changing their name to L.A. Guns. Both groups continued to record and tour under the L.A. Guns moniker until 2012, when the Tracii Guns-led version of the group disbanded. Riley died in 2023.
L.A. Guns (feat. Tracii Guns and Phil Lewis) released a new single "Let You Down" on May 6, 2020. It was released as the first single from their then-upcoming fourteenth studio album Checkered Past, which was released on November 12, 2021, and featured producer Adam Hamilton on drums.
In May 2022, it was announced that Shawn Duncan had replaced Shane Fitzgibbon as their drummer. In the following month, guitarist Ace Von Johnson revealed that L.A. Guns had been working on new material for their next studio album. The resulting album, Black Diamonds, was released on April 14, 2023.
Rock Candy
L.A. Guns Lyrics
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When you need a friend through thick and thin
Don't look to those above you.
When you're down and out, ain't no doubt
But you're rock candy baby.
You're hard, sweet and sticky, yes.
You're rock candy baby.
Hard, sweet and sticky, oh yes.
Hard, sweet and... mmm yeah.
When you're seventeen, and reaching for your dreams.
Well don't let noone reach it for you.
Pull up your pants, stretch out, take a chance.
If it can be done, well, you can do it.
'Cause you're rock candy baby.
You're hard, sweet, and sticky, yes, you are.
You're rock candy baby,
So hard, sweet, and sticky, yes, oh!
Sweet, so sweet.
You're rock candy, baby.
Hard, sweet, and sticky.
Yes, you, you're rock candy, baby.
Hard, sweet, and sticky, yea.
You're hard, sweet, oh yea.
Rock candy baby
Hard, sweet...
Lord you're so ripe.
But, you're rock candy baby, woa yea.
Hard, sweet and...
Sticky!
The song "Rock Candy" by L.A. Guns describes the struggle for acceptance and success in life. The first verse talks about the difficulty of finding true friends who will stick with you through the good and the bad. It suggests that sometimes those who are above you may not be the best people to turn to for support. When times get tough and you are at your lowest, it can feel like nobody wants you. However, the chorus reminds us that we are rock candy - hard, sweet, and sticky. In other words, we are tough and resilient, with a little bit of sweetness to offer.
The second verse speaks directly to young people who are just starting out in life. It encourages them to go after their dreams and not let anyone else stand in their way. The message is clear: if you want something badly enough, you can achieve it. Once again, the chorus reminds us of our strength and resilience. The repetition of the phrase "hard, sweet, and sticky" reinforces the idea that we are capable of overcoming obstacles and achieving our goals.
Overall, "Rock Candy" is an empowering song that encourages us to believe in ourselves and our abilities. With its catchy chorus and upbeat melody, it's a reminder that even when times are tough, we can still find the sweetness in life.
Line by Line Meaning
Lord yes!
The singer is acknowledging the topic of the song as important and potent.
When you need a friend through thick and thin
In difficult times, don't rely on those in power, as they are unlikely to offer a helping hand.
Don't look to those above you.
Don't expect the wealthy or powerful to provide support in difficult times.
When you're down and out, ain't no doubt
If you fall on hard times, no one will come to your aid.
Nobody wants you.
You are alone and unimportant to others if you're not successful.
But you're rock candy baby.
You have valuable qualities despite the difficult circumstances.
You're hard, sweet and sticky, yes.
You are resilient, attractive, and enduring even under duress.
When you're seventeen, and reaching for your dreams.
When you are young and ambitious, chase your goals with enthusiasm.
Well don't let noone reach it for you.
Don't let others control or take credit for your accomplishments.
Pull up your pants, stretch out, take a chance.
Get yourself organized, push yourself and take risks to succeed.
If it can be done, well, you can do it.
Anything is possible if you believe you can achieve it.
You're rock candy baby.
You are still resilient despite the challenges.
So hard, sweet, and sticky, yes, oh!
Despite adversity, you remain charming and endearing, with valuable qualities.
You're rock candy, baby.
You have unmistakable, valuable attributes.
Yes, you, you're rock candy, baby.
The singer is addressing the subject of the song, telling them that they are valuable and attractive.
Rock candy baby
The chorus, repeating the song's title and emphasizing the subject's enduring value.
Hard, sweet...
Describing the subject's valued and enduring attributes.
Lord you're so ripe.
The subject is in their prime, with much to offer.
But, you're rock candy baby, woa yea.
The subject remains resilient and attractive, despite adversity.
Sticky!
The subject sticks around and persists, despite challenges and obstacles.
Lyrics © RECORDS ON THE WALL, INC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: RONNIE MONTROSE, SAMMY HAGAR
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@tommychicago1381
we need this type of music to come back full circle because the music today is very shltty!
@zangzang1268
Rock Candy rips ass. The story behind Rock Candy is great, they wrote in a day the first week Montrose was together.
@llamafrhd
Rock Candy is the shit.
@bretryder8836
Awsome tune when you are jamming
@davidallen346
Wow that was awesome cover
@electricjohn11
Nice cover ❣️
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