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.
Standin' On The Rock
Ozark Mountain Daredevils Lyrics
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I been standin' on the rock, waitin' for the wind to blow
I been standin' on the rock, waitin' for my seeds to grow
I been walkin' on the ground, waitin' for the guns to quit
I been walkin' on the ground, waitin' for the guns to quit
I been walkin' on the ground, waitin' for the pieces to fit
Better get back to the country, look around and find you ahome
Better get back to the country, that's where we all come from
I been standin' on the rock, waitin' for the wind to blow
I been standin' on the rock, waitin' for the wind to blow
I been standin' on the rock, waitin' for my seeds to grow(whew!)
I been standin' on the rock, waitin' for my seeds to grow
I been standin' on the rock, waitin' for my seeds to grow
In the Ozark Mountain Daredevils' song, "Standin' On The Rock," the singer is awaiting change and growth - whether it's for wind to blow, guns to stop firing, or seeds to grow. The repetition of the line "I been standin' on the rock, waiting for..." emphasizes the feeling of waiting and hoping for something to happen.
The line "Better get back to the country, look around and find you a home" suggests a return to nature and simplicity in order to find a sense of belonging and security. The singer encourages listeners to recognize that we all come from the country, and perhaps reconnecting with our roots is necessary for personal growth and fulfillment.
Overall, "Standin' On The Rock" is a contemplative song about the cyclical nature of life, and the importance of patience and perspective in times of change and uncertainty.
Line by Line Meaning
I been standin' on the rock, waitin' for the wind to blow
I've been waiting for a breakthrough in my life, just like someone waiting for the wind to blow.
I been standin' on the rock, waitin' for my seeds to grow
I've been patiently waiting for my plans to thrive and grow successfully, like waiting for seeds to grow in a garden.
I been walkin' on the ground, waitin' for the guns to quit
I've been hoping for an end to the violence and conflicts that are happening around me, like waiting for the sound of guns to stop.
I been walkin' on the ground, waitin' for the pieces to fit
I've been waiting for things to make sense and fall into place, like waiting for puzzle pieces to fit together.
Better get back to the country, look around and find you a home
It's better to find a peaceful and comfortable place in the countryside, where you can be yourself and live happily.
Better get back to the country, that's where we all come from
It's a reminder that we all belong to nature, and it's beneficial to reconnect with it by going back to the countryside.
I been standin' on the rock, waitin' for my seeds to grow (whew!)
I'm relieved and overjoyed that my wait for success is finally over, as my plans have finally started to bear fruit and grow successfully.
I been standin' on the rock, waitin' for my seeds to grow
It's a repetition of the previous line, emphasizing that the wait for success can be long and difficult, but it's worth it.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: JOHN DILLON
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