After a period in several obscure bands, Samson formed his own eponymous outfit, Samson, in 1978, consisting of Chris Aylmer on bass, and Clive Burr on drums. Burr left, and eventually joined Iron Maiden, and was replaced by the controversial Thunderstick, who wore a gimp mask on stage. At a time when the also masked Cambridge Rapist was making the news, he became a target for criticism. In 1979, the line-up was expanded to a four piece with the addition of Bruce Bruce (aka Bruce Dickinson) on vocals.
The band enjoyed a strong cult following in the best years of the New Wave Of British Heavy Metal releasing the albums Survivors, Head On and Shock Tactics, until 1981 when Thunderstick left, and Bruce Bruce, who changed his name back to his real surname of Dickinson at this point, left to join Iron Maiden.
The talented vocalist Nicky Moore was recruited as replacement and Mel Gaynor then Pete Jupp took over drums, and this line-up released the commendable albums Before the Storm and Don't Get Mad Get Even. These two albums sold in higher quantities than the first three, and the band toured more countries and played to bigger audiences than the Bruce/Thunderstick lineup, although the New Wave Of British Heavy Metal was by now said to be a spent force. The band finally threw in the towel in 1984.
Samson spent the subsequent years in a variety of solo and group projects, including various temporary reformations of Samson, and had success as a producer, and also as a blues player, spending a year in Chicago. He played on the recording of the Ram Jam 1977 rock hit Black Betty.
In 2002 he died of cancer, whilst recording a new Samson album with Nicky Moore.
Big Brother
Paul Samson Lyrics
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You pass us in the street
You really know us when you se us
You crush us with your feet
Chorus:
We're waiting, waiting for you
Big brother, he's coming through
Big brother, next in line
You'll find us in the future
When we are still alive
You know us when you see us
Cause we're gonna survive
Repeat chorus
Solo
Repeat second verse
Repeat chorus
The lyrics of "Big Brother" by Paul Samson speaks about the struggles of the lower class people who are ignored and stepped on by those in power. The first verse describes how the common people are seen as inferior and insignificant by the higher authorities. They are neglected and pushed aside by society. Despite their unfortunate circumstances, they refuse to give up as they keep waiting for their chance to rise above.
The chorus of the song echoes the sentiments of the oppressed class, as they eagerly anticipate a leader, 'Big Brother', who will rise up to challenge the establishment and stand up for their rights. The second verse continues to articulate their determination to succeed in the face of adversity. The phrase "You'll find us in the future, when we are still alive" is a strong declaration that they will not be crushed by the harsh realities of their environment, but they will survive and overcome their struggles.
Overall, the song is a powerful anthem that speaks to the need for hope, determination, and resilience in the face of societal oppression and inequality. The lyrics are complemented by the guitar solo, which carries a strong emotional message in its own right.
Line by Line Meaning
You'll find us in the gutter
We are the people who live in poverty and are often overlooked by society.
You pass us in the street
People tend to ignore and walk past us as if we are invisible.
You really know us when you see us
Only when people take the time to really see and understand us, do they know who we are.
You crush us with your feet
We are often oppressed and discriminated against by those in power.
Chorus: We're waiting, waiting for you
We are patiently waiting for society to realize our struggles and help us.
Big brother, he's coming through
Refers to a sense of surveillance and control by those in power.
We're biding, biding our time
We are patiently waiting for our chance to be heard and seen by society.
Big brother, next in line
Suggests that those in power are always waiting to take control and oppress the weak.
You'll find us in the future
We will always exist and fight for our rights.
When we are still alive
Even though we may face oppression and difficulties, we will continue to survive and live on.
You know us when you see us
Our struggles and perseverance will eventually be recognized by society.
Cause we're gonna survive
Despite the odds against us, we will continue to survive and overcome.
Repeat chorus
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Solo
Musical solo
Repeat second verse
See above
Repeat chorus
See above
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: NOAH ALEXANDER, GERALD MATTHEWS, WILLIAM ORAHA, RAY SILVA, JONATHAN CORREA
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