Always a songwriter first and at heart, Salling recently released his debut solo album “Smoke Signals” under the pseudonym Jericho. A jack-of-all-trades, Salling plays guitar, piano, bass and drums while writing, producing and singing lead vocals on all his tracks and even lending his original songs to other artists such as Josh Green and Danielle McKee. A sound unlike any other, Salling’s music is an eclectic blend of indie and alternative rock, with the timelessness of Radiohead, and the pop sensibility of Coldplay. Drawing much of his inspiration from musical groundbreakers as Thom Yorke and Trent Reznor, Salling has committed to a lifestyle of perfecting his primary passion, branching out into all genres, jazz, country, rock, pop and even hip-hop.
Salling, a native of the lone star state left Dallas, Texas with nothing but a suitcase and guitar, moved to Tinsletown, hoping to catch a break and make it on talent alone. But as with most who head out west, the beginning was slow-going—he attended the Los Angeles Music Academy in Pasadena, CA and got a job teaching guitar lessons .
A career years in the making, and five agonizing auditions for “Glee” later, Salling booked the role of “Puck,” the hardcore jock wired with showtunes, beating out several well-known actors for the part.
When he’s not filming the show, Salling can almost always be found behind a guitar or set of keys. Additionally, he enjoys playing basketball, frisbee golf and lifting weights while remaining active in his love of birds and wildlife by volunteering with the James Hunter Wildlife Rescue charity. He enjoys jazz nights at local Hollywood bars and always makes sure there is time left over for his beloved Blue Heeler, “Hank.”
Official Site:
www.marksallingmusic.com
I don't know why but for some reason or other (happens often) Last.fm thinks that some artists don't exist and redirect you to who they think that you mean. In this case I am redirected here and Mark Sallings did exist. So because of having no other choice (I am not allowed to leave a biography on Mark Sallings page.), I am going to provide his biography here below.
MARK SALLINGS
Muscian Song Writer Blues Harpist
Mark Thomas Sallings was born near Helena, Arkansas. He picked up the nick name "Mighty Oak" along the way. Sallings began playing the harp professionally at age 14, and worked in Memphis as a session player with Stax Records right out of high school.
As a journeyman musician, Sallings performed with the Coon Elder Band and as part of country star David Lynn Jones' band during the 1980s, appearing in three of Jones' music videos. Sallings formed his Famous Unknowns band in the early-90s, performing across the country at club dates and festivals. Sallings, also, made frequent appearances at the Arkansas Blues & Heritage Festival through the years.
Sallings recorded two albums with the Famous Unknowns – "Let It Be Known" in 1996 and "Talkin' To Myself" a year later – as well as a solo album, "Temporary Life", which was released in 2005. Sallings also performed on legendary Memphis producer Jim Dickinson's 2006 album "Voodoo Tiger".
Endorsed by Hohner Harmonics and widely considered in the industry as one of the best Delta-style harp players, Sallings was also a talented saxophone and piano player. A familiar presence on the thriving Arkansas blues scene.
Mark Sallings tragically died in a two-vehicle accident while driving to a casino gig in Tunica, Mississippi. Mark Sallings will be missed by his many fans, both at home and overseas.
Mark Sallings recorded only one CD as a group entity, with The Famous Unknowns, titled: Up Close and Personal. Shortly after the release of the CD, The Famous Unknowns disbanded and Mark embarked upon a solo career, performing as front man for his own band: "Mark Sallings and The Famous Unknowns." In 1995 he was signed to Vent Records out of Birmingham, Alabama, where he recorded his first solo CD as simply, Mark Sallings titled: Let it Be Known. Let it Be Known was followed by another solo CD on the Vent label, titled: Talkin' to Myself. Vent Records shut down at the end of 1999. Mark went on to record and independent project, titled: Temporary Life
You can also see: Mark Sallings & the Famous Unknowns on Last.fm.
Birth: Apr. 11, 1952 Death: Feb. 25, 2009
Stronger
Mark Salling Lyrics
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There's nothing you can do or say (baby)
I've had enough
I'm not your property as from today (baby)
You might think that I won't make it on my own
But now I'm
Now it's nothin' but my way
My loneliness ain't killing me no more
I, I'm stronger
Than I ever thought that I could be (baby)
I used to go with the flow
Didn't really care 'bout me
You might think that I can't take it
But your wrong
'Cause now I'm
Stronger than yesterday
Now it's nothin' but my way
My loneliness ain't killing me no more
I, I'm stronger
Come on now
Oh yeah
Here I go
On my own
I don't need nobody
Better off alone
Here I go on my own now
I don't need nobody not anybody
Here I go
Alright
Here I go
Stronger than yesterday
Its nothin' but my way
My loneliness ain't killin' me no more
I'm stronger than yesterday
Now it's nothin' but my way
My loneliness ain't killing me no more
I, I'm stronger
Now I'm stronger than yesterday
Now it's nothin' but my way
My loneliness ain't killing me no more
I, I'm stronger
I'm stronger
The song "Stronger" by Mark Salling is about a person who has finally found the strength to break out of a toxic relationship. The lyrics "Hush, just stop / There's nothing you can do or say / I've had enough / I'm not your property as from today" show that the person is done with being controlled by their partner and is ready to move on. They have come to the realization that they are better off alone and stronger without their partner.
The chorus repeats the phrase "Stronger than yesterday" multiple times, emphasizing the idea that the person has grown and become stronger as a result of leaving the toxic relationship. They confidently state that their loneliness isn't killing them anymore and that they are better off alone. The song ends with the person asserting their newfound strength and independence, singing "Here I go on my own now / I don't need nobody not anybody / Here I go."
Overall, "Stronger" is a powerful anthem about finding the strength to leave a toxic relationship and becoming stronger as a result.
Line by Line Meaning
Hush, just stop
Be quiet and stop talking
There's nothing you can do or say (baby)
You can't change what has happened, and talking won't fix it
I've had enough
I am fed up with the situation
I'm not your property as from today (baby)
I am my own person and will not be controlled by anyone
You might think that I won't make it on my own
You may doubt my ability to survive without you
But now I'm
However, I am now
Stronger than yesterday
I have grown and become stronger than I was before
Now it's nothin' but my way
I am in control of my own life and decisions
My loneliness ain't killing me no more
I am no longer allowing my sadness and isolation to take over my life
I, I'm stronger
I am confident and powerful
Than I ever thought that I could be (baby)
I am surprised by my own strength and resilience
I used to go with the flow
I used to be passive and didn't assert myself
Didn't really care 'bout me
I neglected my own needs and desires
You might think that I can't take it
You may think that I am weak and can't handle the situation
But your wrong
However, you are incorrect
Come on now
Encouragement to keep going
Oh yeah
Expression of confidence and excitement
Here I go
I am taking control and moving forward
On my own
I am doing this without anyone else's help
I don't need nobody
I do not need anyone else to support me
Better off alone
I am better off by myself
Alright
Expression of determination to move forward
Its nothin' but my way
I am in control of my own life and decisions
I'm stronger than yesterday
I have grown and become stronger than I was before
My loneliness ain't killin' me no more
I am no longer allowing my sadness and isolation to take over my life
Now I'm stronger than yesterday
I have grown and become stronger than I was before
I'm stronger
I am confident and powerful
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Martin Karl Sandberg, Rami Yacoub
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
oboh emma
This is the best song in glee arti finn and puck were amazing beautiful song
Julia Wheildon
Cory was great in this video