The Ozark Mountain Da… Read Full Bio ↴Alternative tag The Ozark Mountain Daredevils.
The Ozark Mountain Daredevils started in 1971 in Springfield, Missouri in an attempt by the singer/songwriter members to have a vehicle in which to display and promote their music. At first, they played in bars and on porches. However, a record executive from A&M records discovered the band, and they began their recording path.
The original members of the band consisted of:
John Dillion - (vocals, guitars, mandolin, fiddle, piano, harp, autoharp, dulcimer, jawbone, percussion, keyboards)
Mike "Supe" Granda - (vocals, bass, acoustic guitar, mandolin, percussion, chicken squawks)
Buddy Brayfield - (vocals, oboe, piano, harpsichord, organ, percussion, electric piano)
Randle Chowning - (vocals, lead electric & acoustic guitars, harp, national steel, mandolin)
Steve Cash - (vocals, harp, percussion, harpsichord)
Larry Lee - (vocals, drums, acoustic guitar, synthesizer, piano, percussion, saw, saw & board)
The Daredevils peaked commercially in 1973-1974 and were best known for "Jackie Blue" and "If You Wanna Get To Heaven", which both got national coverage. However, there was a wide range of music that the Daredevils produced that was widely missed. The influences of the locale and the talents of the band members produced some unique sounds that could be related to "rockabilly" influences. There was also a good body of music that could be classified as country, rock, ballads, folk or blues.
The band changed throughout the years, but played prevantly throughout the '70s and gained and lost members during that time. To this day, there is still a loyal and avid fan following. There are discs still being released by the group, mostly of past performances in the '70s. In addition, many of the members are currently still working on other interests including Randle Chowning, Larry Lee ("Beyond Reach") Mike "Supe" Granda, and possibly others.
A reunion concert was held in Springfield, Missouri at the refurbished Gilloiz Theatre, in May of 2007. The three nights they performed were entirely sold out, weeks in advance of the concert.
A Satisfied Mind
Ozark Mountain Daredevils Lyrics
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have you heard someone say
if I had his money
I'd do things my way
that it's so hard to find
one rich man in ten
with a satisfied mind
once I was living
in fortune and fame
and all that I dreamed of
to get a start in life's game
then suddenly it happened
I lost every dime
but I'm richer by far
with a satisfied mind
'cause money won't buy back
the youth when you're old
or a friend when you're lonely
or a hearts that's grown cold
the wealthiest person
is a pauper at times
compared to the man
with a satisfied mind
(SLIDE GUITAR & HARP DITTY)
The Ozark Mountain Daredevils's song A Satisfied Mind is a reflective and philosophical piece that questions the true value of money and the concept of a satisfied mind. The song begins by challenging the notion that wealth will bring happiness or independence, stating that it is difficult to find a rich person with a truly satisfied mind. The lyrics continue to paint a picture of a life of material abundance, describing a time when the singer had everything they could dream of. However, despite the affluence, they still did not have a satisfied mind. They then recount a moment where they lost everything, leading to an unexpected realization that they are actually richer with a satisfied mind. The song concludes by emphasizing that money cannot buy back youth, friendship, or a warm heart, and that those who possess a satisfied mind are truly the wealthiest of all.
Line by Line Meaning
how many times
This line is used to introduce the song and grab the attention of the listener.
have you heard someone say
The artist wants to know if the listeners have heard anyone talk about having a lot of money and being able to do things their way.
if I had his money
This line is referring to someone who has more money than the singer and the singer wishes they had the same amount of money as them.
I'd do things my way
If the artist had the same amount of money as the person they're talking about, they would be able to make their own decisions freely.
but little they know
The people who talk about having money and doing things their way don't really know what they are talking about.
that it's so hard to find
The singer is saying that it is not easy to find someone who is wealthy but also content with their life.
one rich man in ten
Out of ten wealthy people, only one of them is truly happy and satisfied with their life.
with a satisfied mind
The person who is content with their life has a peaceful and happy state of mind.
once I was living
This line reveals that the artist was once wealthy and famous.
in fortune and fame
The artist had a lot of money and was famous for their accomplishments.
and all that I dreamed of
The singer achieved everything they had dreamed of in life.
to get a start in life's game
This phrase means starting out in life and chasing your dreams and ambitions.
then suddenly it happened
Something unexpected and unfortunate occurred in the singer's life.
I lost every dime
The singer lost all of their money.
but I'm richer by far
Despite losing their fortune, the singer is happier than they were before.
with a satisfied mind
The artist is happy and content with their life, despite not having wealth anymore.
'cause money won't buy back
Money can't buy everything.
the youth when you're old
No amount of money can bring back the feeling of being young when one is old and aged.
or a friend when you're lonely
One cannot purchase true friendship using money.
or a heart that's grown cold
Having money doesn't solve the problem of one's heart becoming cold and hard due to past experiences.
the wealthiest person
Even the richest person can feel poor if they don't have a satisfied mind.
is a pauper at times
Someone who is extremely wealthy can also feel poor at times due to their lack of satisfaction.
compared to the man
In comparison to someone who is poor but has a satisfied mind.
with a satisfied mind
This line is repeated throughout the song, emphasizing the importance of having a peacefully and content state of mind, over wealth and fame.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Peermusic Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Red Hays, Jack Rhodes
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Wulf
Btw this song is now on spotify: https://open.spotify.com/track/1HjZ8F2YFKIsij607CCa5X
ken barr
I still have my original copy of this, that I bought in the 1970's. It still plays perfectly.
Onelostwalker
First time hearing this version.....fabulous 😊 Thank you from Ireland 🇮🇪 for posting this.
Andrea Breeding
What a great song! A friend told me they did this song. I used to listen to them all the time but never knew about this song til now. Life is good.
Bonnie Cole Howlingcrane
I LOVE this song and this band, when I was a teenager I used to go to their concerts...
Jennifer Wintz
Thanks for this, friend. Just seeing this album cover brings memories rushing back. Used to hear this and see this album a lot, my parents owned it and let me listen to all their good taste in music.
ken barr
I actually wore this album out at least 6 times. I still haven't tired of it yet, and I really don't think that I ever will.
michael wendt
Since the 70s and still love listening to y’all !
A Pa
great version-God bless their hearts- of the Red Hayes classic. belongs in some sort of museum of the greatest music ever made, but I guess the best tribute is that each generation re-discovers it and treasures it anew.
A Pa
I am not positive, but I think the original song was written and sung by Red Hayes. His version is great, but I also like this one.