Hagar, now a sort of modern-day Jimmy Buffett, has earned his place in rock n roll history as one of hard rock's premier front men who not only has an ample, strong, belting vocal range with soulful melody and tone, but his duality as a formidable lead guitarist and guitar-riff-monger puts him in a league shared with few others in terms of versatility and overall right to rock.
He now tours with Mike Anthony, former bassist for Van Halen.
He resides with his family in Mill Valley, CA.
Hagar is currently in a band called "Chickenfoot" with Michael Anthony, Red Hot Chili Peppers' drummer Chad Smith and guitarist Joe Satriani. Their self titled debut album was released to critical acclaim
Sammy Hagar is also known as the Red Rocker, due to the fact he almost always wears red shirts or plays a red guitar, or more likely that he has red hair?
Seems that Chickenfoot is on a hiatus as Joe Satriani has gone back to solo and CF has yet to follow up with a new LP.
Boys
Sammy Hagar Lyrics
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I carry a torch in my own way.
But how long can a good thing last?
I start hearin' people say.
The good, the bad, and the ugly.
They, they've all taken their turn.
So light a candle and watch the flame.
Watch the flame, until there's nothin' left to burn.
And hey, boys, we've all been waiting forever.
But a change is gonna come.
He! Hey, boys!
Hey, boys, hey, boys!
We've all played musical chairs
Been left out in the cold
There comes a time a time for change, yes it does
And then we'll have control.
I'm gettin' tired of that same old song.
I wanna do more than shout.
Yea, someday our turn will come around, yea
It's comin' without a doubt.
Hey, boys, we're all in this thing together.
Hey, boys, we've all been waiting forever.
And a change is gonna come.
A change is gonna come.
Yea, it's gonna come!
Hey, hey, boys!
Yea, it's just around the corner
Now, hey, boys, hey, boys
A change is gonna come.
We've all played musical chairs.
Oh, but a change is gonna come.
Yea, oh, a change is gonna come.
Now, hey, boys, hey, boys.
A change is gonna come.
Oh, hey boys, hey, boys!
Hey boys! Hey, boys!
In Sammy Hagar's song "Hey Boys," he expresses a sense of camaraderie and shared struggle among his peers. He reflects on the passing of time and how it can impact even good things. Hagar speaks about the many challenges that they have faced, both good and bad and acknowledges that they have all had their share of moments. He urges listeners to hold on and not to give up even when things seem tough.
The central theme of the song is the idea that change is coming. Hagar talks about the need for transformation and how their time will come, and when that time does come, they will be ready to take control. His words are a call to action and a push for his listeners to persist in the face of adversity. He urges them not to lose hope, because in the end, the change they've been waiting for will come.
Overall, Sammy Hagar’s “Hey Boys” is a motivating song that inspires hope and persistence in the face of adversity. It talks about the need for change and transformation as a means of overcoming difficult times.
Line by Line Meaning
It's been around for some twenty years.
This thing (whatever it may be) has been around for about twenty years.
I carry a torch in my own way.
I am keeping this thing going in my own unique way.
But how long can a good thing last?
I am starting to wonder if this thing can continue being good forever.
I start hearin' people say.
People are starting to express their doubts and concerns to me.
The good, the bad, and the ugly.
All aspects of this thing, whether good, bad, or ugly, have taken their turn.
They, they've all taken their turn.
All aspects of this thing, whether good, bad, or ugly, have taken their turn.
So light a candle and watch the flame.
Let's try to hold onto this thing for as long as we can and see how long it lasts.
Watch the flame, until there's nothin' left to burn.
Let's keep this thing going until it burns out completely.
Hey, boys, we're all in this thing together.
We are all involved in this thing as a group and should work together to keep it going.
And hey, boys, we've all been waiting forever.
We have been waiting for change or something new for a long time now.
But a change is gonna come.
Change is inevitable and will come eventually.
He! Hey, boys!
Hey boys, listen up!
We've all played musical chairs
We have all been in a situation where there aren't enough resources for everyone and someone is always left out.
Been left out in the cold
We have all had experiences where we didn't get what we wanted and felt ignored or neglected.
There comes a time a time for change, yes it does
Eventually things will change, that's just the way it is.
And then we'll have control.
When things change, we will have more control over the situation.
I'm gettin' tired of that same old song.
I am sick of hearing the same thing over and over again.
I wanna do more than shout.
I want to take action and do something about the situation.
Yea, someday our turn will come around, yea
At some point, we will get our chance to shine or be successful.
It's comin' without a doubt.
I am confident that our chance will come eventually.
Yea, it's just around the corner
Our chance is coming soon.
Now, hey, boys, hey, boys
Listen up, boys!
A change is gonna come.
Change is inevitable and will come eventually.
Oh, but a change is gonna come.
Change is inevitable and will come eventually.
Yea, oh, a change is gonna come.
Change is inevitable and will come eventually.
Hey boys! Hey, boys!
Listen up, boys!
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: SAMMY HAGAR
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
david harrell
I can’t tell you how many times this song got me into deep shit with my girlfriends back in ‘87 and ‘88. Lol.... when they heard it playing, they knew I’d be gone for the nite soon. Great times!
BUZZY PP
My llady would be ready to smoke me EVERYTIME I played this and rolled with the boys!!! BOYS NIGHT OUT!!!
Thrills in the Night
I fucking LOVE this song!!!!
sean Costello
Thrills2010 and that's mike Anthony singing real high chorus
oiyabastard
It's just a rehash of there's only one way to rock by the way Eddie Van Halen plays based on this
todddelcour
Album was produced by EDDIE VAN HALEN.ON THE ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF HIS DEATH IVE LISTENED TO VH AND OTHER PROJECTS ALL DAY
zarthbacon
With a title like this and the lyrical content he really should have put it on a VH album.
Dave Pett
oiyabastard yep but keep it secret most aren’t aware
Joseph Bueme
@oiyabastard Alex Van Halen also plays drums on certain tracks
cheapseats12
The sound works more like a Sammy solo song though.