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1. The Outlaws are Southern rock band formed in Tampa, FL.
2. The Outlaws were a house band for Joe Meek's recording studio.
1) The Outlaws are Southern rock band formed in Tampa, FL in 1972 by singers/guitarists Hughie Thomasson and Henry Paul, bassist Frank O'Keefe, and drummer Monte Yoho. With the 1973 addition of guitarist Billy Jones, the lineup was complete, and after a year of intense touring the band became the first act signed to Arista under Clive Davis; the Outlaws' self-titled 1975 album spotlighted their Eagles-influenced harmonies and Allman Brothers-like guitar attack, yielding the Top 40 hit "There Goes Another Love Song."
Harvey Dalton Arnold replaced O'Keefe on bass in time for the recording of Bill Szymczyk-produced Hurry Sundown. Henry Paul left shortly after the completion of that album, replaced by Freddie Salem. Old friend David Dix joined as a second drummer. Dix had played in teen bands with Thomasson. Dix was first heard on the live set Bring It Back Alive and the studio effort Playin' to Win. The lineup shuffles continued when Arnold announced his departure following 1979's In the Eye of the Storm, with bassist Rick Cua recruited for the next year's Ghost Riders in the Sky, which netted a Top 40 entry with its title track, a rendition of the Vaughn Monroe favorite. Yoho left to rejoin Henry Paul soon after, and with the subsequent exit of Jones, only Thomasson remained from the original Outlaws roster — not surprisingly, the group disbanded upon completing 1982's Los Hombres Malo. A year later Thomasson and Paul formed a new Outlaws lineup, with Steve Grisham on guitar. That resulted in1986's Soldiers of Fortune, Paul again quit the band. Grisham also had left and was replaced by a young Chris Anderson who became an integral part of the reunion tour in 2005.
In the early 90's,Thomasson kept on with the help of Chris Hicks on guitar and they with B.B. Borden on drums and Jeff Howell on bass released Hittin The Road and Diablo Canyon. Thomasson was then offered a gig with Lynyrd Skynyrd and took it, remaining with them until the end of 2004.
In early 2005 The Outlaws reunited with original members Thomasson, Henry Paul, Monte Yoho and former Outlaw from the 80's Chris Anderson with newcomers Randy Threet on bass, Dave Robbins on keyboards and also the return of drummer David Dix.
After 2005 ended, Paul and Robbins left. Thomasson, Anderson, Threet, Dix, Yoho and Anderson continued to tour and completed an album, "Once An Outlaw". Before it could be released, Thomasson died at his home in brooksville, Florida of a heart attack on Septemeber 9, 2007.
In early 2008 Henry Paul rejoined, bringing along with him former Henry Paul Band guitarist Billy Crain, and Brothers of the Southland keyboardist Jon Coleman. David Dix was no longer part of the lineup.
In July 2010, Coleman left to join Trace Adkins, and Dave Robbins came back.
The current band has recorded new songs as a "Demo".
The estate of Thomasson took on a legal battle with the current lineup. After a year and a half battle the court ruled in favor of Paul and company continuing to be able to perform as the Outlaws. Mrs.Thomasson appealed, but shortly after dropped the appeal.
The Outlaws hit the scene when Southern Rock was becoming a force to be reckoned with. Sharing the scene with bands like The Allman Brother's Band, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Marshal Tucker, and the Charlie Daniel's Band they had big shoes to fill. Blazing 3 guitar leads were a trademark of this "Cowboy-rock" group. Big hits included "Ghost Riders (In the Sky)" and "There goes Another Love Song" as well as the epic "Green Grass and High Tides".
'The Outlaws' (the same band) are also on Last.fm.
2) The Outlaws were a house band for Joe Meek's recording studio. They were originally formed to back Mike Berry for his 1960 single "Set Me Free", and went on to record several singles of their own from '61-'65, mostly instrumental. Among their ranks were notable musicians such as Ritchie Blackmore, Chas Hodges, Mick Underwood, Bobby Graham and Hot Chocolate's Harvey Hinsley.
Stick Around For Rock And Roll
Outlaws Lyrics
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Why don't you stick around
for some rock and roll,
now that you've stayed,
think it's time to take a toll,
then you will find, then you'll find
that the music you see (yes you do)
that the music is free (just for you)
You say you will always love me,
never knowin' what you wanted to be.
Sunshine, moonlight;
makes no difference to me,
all I want is for you to be free.
Why won't you stick around
for some rock and roll,
now that you've stayed,
think it's time to take a toll,
then you will find, then you'll find
that the music you see,
oh, then you'll know
that the music is free.
Never mind what they may say to you,
tell me, tell me, baby,
tell me what can they do?
You know, I know
everything is true,
so, why don't you just let me love you, anyway,
I said, why don't you stick around
for some rock and roll,
now that you've stayed,
think it's time to take a toll,
then you will find, then you'll find
that the music you see
Oh, then you'll know
that the music is free,
just for you.
The first verse of the song is an invitation for someone to stick around and enjoy some rock and roll. The singer wants the listener to take a toll and immerse themselves in the music. He assures them that they will find that the music is free and that it will leave them feeling liberated. In the second verse, the singer responds to the listener's declaration of love by saying that it doesn't matter what they want to be, he just wants them to be free. He doesn't want them to worry about whether it's day or night, he just wants them to be happy and carefree.
The chorus is repeated several times throughout the song, each time with more intensity. The singer is urging the listener to not listen to anyone else's opinion about their relationship or themselves, and to just be true to themselves. He reassures them that everything is true and wants to express his love for them. The song's overall message is one of liberation, freedom, and living in the moment.
Line by Line Meaning
Why don't you stick around for some rock and roll
Stay a while and enjoy some rock and roll music
now that you've stayed, think it's time to take a toll
You've been here for a while, might as well enjoy some more
then you will find, then you'll find that the music you see (yes you do)
You'll realize that the music is right in front of you
Oh, then you'll know that the music is free (just for you)
You'll see that the music is available and accessible to everyone
You say you will always love me, never knowin' what you wanted to be
You claim to love me but you're unsure about your own goals
Sunshine, moonlight; makes no difference to me, all I want is for you to be free
I don't care about external factors, I just want you to be happy and free
Why won't you stick around for some rock and roll
Stay and enjoy some more rock and roll music
Never mind what they may say to you, tell me, tell me, baby, tell me what can they do?
Don't worry about other people's opinions, just focus on what you want to do
You know, I know everything is true
We both know what's real and important
so, why don't you just let me love you, anyway
Let me love you despite your uncertainties
just for you
The music is available to everyone, including you
Contributed by Alyssa N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.