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.
Cobblestone Mountain
Ozark Mountain Daredevils Lyrics
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From the magic and mortar of a cobblestone man
Cobblestone mountain it was laid by hand
From the magic and mortar in a cobblestone land
Magic and mortar in a cobblestone land
Listen to me children here's a riddle and a rhyme
Bout a man who built a mountain that an angel couldn't climb
When he found the holy river and the river boat burned
Cobblestone mountain it was made by hand
From the magic and mortar of a cobblestone man
Cobblestone mountain it was laid by hand
From the magic and mortar in a cobblestone land
Magic and mortar in a cobblestone land
listen to me children here's a word to the wise
I got it from the man with the cobblestone eyes
Take it with a chuckle or a grain of salt
But if the cobblestone buckles then it's all your own fault
Cobblestone mountain it was made by hand
From the magic and mortar of a cobblestone man
Cobblestone mountain it was laid by hand
From the magic and mortar in a cobblestone land
Magic and mortar in a cobblestone land
Magic and mortar in a cobblestone land....
The lyrics of "Cobblestone Mountain" by Ozark Mountain Daredevils tell the story of a man who built a mountain entirely by hand using magic and mortar. The first two verses describe the creation of the mountain and the skills of the man who built it. The third verse is a warning to the listener, given by the man with cobblestone eyes, to take responsibility for their own actions if the cobblestone buckles.
The song is a metaphorical representation of the power of hard work and dedication. The cobblestone mountain represents a seemingly impossible task, much like climbing a mountain, and the man who built it represents the human spirit and the ability to accomplish great things even when the odds are against us. The magic and mortar symbolize the determination and ingenuity required to achieve such feats.
Overall, "Cobblestone Mountain" is a song about the triumph of the human spirit and the belief that anything is possible if one is willing to put in the effort and possess the determination to strive for greatness.
Line by Line Meaning
Cobblestone mountain it was made by hand
This mountain was created solely through human effort and ingenuity.
From the magic and mortar of a cobblestone man
The mountain was built using a combination of skill and creativity possessed by the person who built it.
Cobblestone mountain it was laid by hand
Not only was the mountain built by hand, it was also laid out by the same means.
From the magic and mortar in a cobblestone land
The land around the mountain was also made of cobblestone and required a great deal of effort to shape into the form of the mountain.
Magic and mortar in a cobblestone land
The hard work and dedication required to build a structure as impressive as this mountain is evident in the materials used and the surrounding environment.
Listen to me children here's a riddle and a rhyme
The following lines are meant to be a playful riddle that impart some kind of wisdom.
Bout a man who built a mountain that an angel couldn't climb
The creator of this mountain was so skilled and imaginative that even an angel wouldn't be able to navigate it.
He built it with the skill and the magic that he learned
The builder of this mountain used all of the skills and knowledge that he had acquired along the way.
When he found the holy river and the river boat burned
A turning point occurred in the builder's life when the river that he was travelling on caught fire and nearly destroyed his boat. He used this as an opportunity to build the mountain instead of giving up.
listen to me children here's a word to the wise
The next lines are being offered as sage advice intended to prevent a future error or misstep.
I got it from the man with the cobblestone eyes
The information that follows is based on the experience and wisdom imparted by the person who built the mountain.
Take it with a chuckle or a grain of salt
The advice being given can be taken lightly or seriously, depending on the listener's preference.
But if the cobblestone buckles then it's all your own fault
It is up to the individual to put in the necessary effort and care to ensure that cobblestone structures remain sturdy and reliable.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: STEVE CASH
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