In 2011 he wrote and featured on kick it Up a Notch, the end credit song for The Disney Channel Original Movie Phineas and Ferb: Across the 2nd Dimension. (Kick It Up a Notch Songfacts). He has written a self titled autobiography which was put to print in 2007.
Slash joined his first band, Tidus Sloan, in 1981. In 1983, he formed the band Road Crew—named for the Motörhead song "(We Are) The Road Crew"—with his childhood friend Steven Adler, who by then had learned to play drums. He placed an advertisement in a newspaper looking for a bassist, and received a response from Duff McKagan. They auditioned a number of singers, including one-time Black Flag vocalist Ron Reyes, and worked on material that included the main riff of what would become the Guns N' Roses song "Rocket Queen." Slash disbanded the group the following year due to them not being able to find a singer, as well as Adler's lack of work ethic compared to himself and McKagan. He, along with Adler, then joined a local band known as Hollywood Rose, which featured singer Axl Rose and guitarist Izzy Stradlin. Following his time with Hollywood Rose, Slash played in a band called Black Sheep and unsuccessfully auditioned for Poison, a glam metal band that he would later openly deride.
In June 1985, Slash was asked by Axl Rose and Izzy Stradlin to join the newly founded Guns "N' Roses. Duff McKagan and Steven Adler completed the line-up. They played nightclubs—such as the Whisky a Go Go, The Roxy, and The Troubadour—and opened for larger acts throughout 1985 and 1986. It was during this period that the band wrote most of its classic material, including "Welcome to the Jungle," "Sweet Child o' Mine," and "Paradise City," As a result of their rowdy and rebellious behavior, Guns N' Roses quickly received the moniker "Most Dangerous Band in the World," causing Slash to remark, "For some strange reason, Guns N' Roses is like the catalyst for controversy, even before we had any kind of record deal."
Slash has received critical recognition as a guitarist. In August 2009, Time Magazine ranked him #2 on its list of the "10 Best Electric Guitar Players of All-Time". He was also ranked #21 on Gigwise's list of the "50 Greatest Guitarists Ever".
Slash was the first musician to own a signature amplifier created by Marshall for him. In 1996 the Marshall Slash JCM 2555SL was launched, it was built with the specs of Slash's own original 1987 Marshall Silver Jubilee 2555 amplifier. A total of 3000 of these amplifiers were made before it was discontinued.
On his self titled album, "Slash" he has worked with many artists like Ozzy Osbourne, Fergie (Black Eyed Peas), Myles Kennedy (Alter Bridge), Kid Rock and Ian Astbury (The Cult). The singles released from the album are "Sahara","Back From Cali","By the Sword" and "Beautiful Dangerous".
Slash also colla borated with Myles Kennedy as Slash feat. Myles Kennedy and The Conspirators and released a few albums from 2012 onwards with 4 being released in 2022.
Mother Maria
Slash Lyrics
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For all the trash I won
I celebrate... alone
Sit up straight, stupid, bite your tongue
The best that I am is said and done
Screams and whispers
Tell her I no longer hear her
Mother Mary, she don't talk to me
Mother Mary, she don't talk to me
"Give her my apologies"
"And tell her not to cry"
Mother Maria
I holler like a king trying to keep his throne
But chewing on a stone is the only thing I own
Drugs and lovers
Nothing left under the covers
Mother Mary, she don't talk to me
Mother Mary, she don't talk to me
"Give her my apologies"
"And tell her not to cry"
Mother Maria
Anything you want
Anything you need
I give it all I got
Your attention, please
You never wanted me
You never wanted me
Sleep with me
Just for the bitter part
About me
Living's hardly
Living's hardly
Tell her I no longer want it
Mother Mary, she don't talk to me
Mother Mary, she don't talk to me
"Give her all apologies"
It's Mother Mary, she don't talk to me
I still don't hear her voice
I still can't hear her voice
I don't deserve her
So tell her not to cry
Tell her not to cry
Tell her not to cry
Mother Maria
The lyrics to Slash's song "Mother Maria" seem to be about feeling empty and alone despite having achieved success and having known love. The singer speaks of celebrating alone for all the trash he's won, implying that his successes have not brought him happiness. He commands himself to sit up straight and bite his tongue, as if he is punishing himself for something. He declares that the best he is has been said and done, suggesting that he has achieved everything he set out to accomplish but still feels unfulfilled.
The chorus of the song speaks of Mother Maria, who does not talk to the singer. He tells someone to give her his apologies and not to cry, indicating that perhaps he has hurt or disappointed her in some way. The verses that follow express a sense of emptiness even in the midst of drug use and romantic relationships. The singer hollers like a king trying to keep his throne, but he only has a stone to chew on. He says that there is nothing left under the covers, suggesting that even intimacy has not brought him any comfort.
Overall, the lyrics to "Mother Maria" explore the feeling of emptiness and isolation that can come despite outward success and relationships. The reference to Mother Maria adds a spiritual element to the song, perhaps suggesting that the singer is seeking some kind of comfort or guidance that he cannot find.
Interesting Facts:
Line by Line Meaning
For everyone I loved and every road I've known
Reflecting on my past relationships and experiences
For all the trash I won
Despite my past mistakes, I've come out on top
I celebrate... alone
I'm proud of my accomplishments but have no one to share them with
Sit up straight, stupid, bite your tongue
I criticize myself for not being perfect
The best that I am is said and done
I've done my best and can't do any better
Screams and whispers
Internal thoughts and turmoil
Tell her I no longer hear her
I'm numb to the words of others
Mother Mary, she don't talk to me
I feel disconnected from my faith
"Give her my apologies"
I regret my past actions and ask for forgiveness
"And tell her not to cry"
I don't want to cause any pain or sorrow
I holler like a king trying to keep his throne
I'm clinging to my power and status
But chewing on a stone is the only thing I own
Despite my perceived success, I still feel empty
Drugs and lovers
My coping mechanisms
Nothing left under the covers
All my secrets and vulnerabilities are exposed
Anything you want
I'll do anything to please others
Anything you need
I'll give everything I have to others
I give it all I got
I'm a people-pleaser to a fault
Your attention, please
I crave validation and approval from others
You never wanted me
I feel unloved and unwanted
Sleep with me
I'll do anything for physical intimacy
Just for the bitter part
It's not even enjoyable, but I do it anyway
About me
It's all about my own needs
Living's hardly
Life is difficult
Tell her I no longer want it
I'm tired of the struggle
"Give her all apologies"
I apologize for all my mistakes
I still don't hear her voice
I'm still disconnected from my faith
I don't deserve her
I feel unworthy of forgiveness and grace
So tell her not to cry
I don't want to cause any more pain
Mother Maria
A plea for guidance and support from a higher power
Contributed by Sophia O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@soniasantana167
For everyone I loved and every road I've knownFor all the trash I wonI celebrate... aloneSit up straight, stupid, bite your tongueThe best that I am is said and done
Screams and whispersTell her I no longer hear her!
Mother Mary, she don't talk to meMother Mary, she don't talk to me"Give her my apologies""And tell her not to cry"Mother Maria
I holler like a king trying to keep his throneBut chewing on a stone is the only thing I ownDrugs and loversNothing left under the covers
Chorus:Mother Mary, she don't talk to meMother Mary, she don't talk to me"Give her my apologies""And tell her not to cry"Mother Maria
Anything you wantAnything you needI give it all I gotYour attention please!You never want it meYou never wanted me!
Sleep with meJust for the bitter partAbout me
(Slash SOLO)
Living's hardlyLiving's hardlyTell her I no longer want it
Chorus:Mother Mary, she don't talk to meMother Mary, she don't talk to me"Give her all apologies"It's Mother Mary, she don't talk to me!
I still don't hear her voiceI still can't hear her voiceI don't deserve herSo tell her not to cryTell her not to cryTell her not to cry!Mother Maria
@NeilBevan-to7bn
Slash got a range of great vocalists to sing on this album of his, and he couldn't have got anyone better than Beth. She could have just about sung "every song" on it and nail them all.
@dusmeta8007
Never get tired of this song.every time feels like the first time.there r so many layers to this song.folds open like I don't know what
@tenchalimboo4985
Something about this song is just so bittersweet and nostalgic. I really can’t explain.
@ruiserrazina7727
You don't have to explain it, I get what your saying 💯
@FlyingJalopy
@@ruiserrazina7727it’s def the way it’s crafted - the production and the theory def leans into that nostalgic “lost love” feeling - both these artists are masters, and I love coming back to this song for that reason - it’s def deliberately put together like that.
I’m a novice to theory and production so I can’t point to exact things but there’s some amazing craftsmanship here
@Bitchtheman
8 yrs later and this album still conveys so much emotion.
@rebelmetal4233
Great album...by far Slash's best.
@lsipahelut
13 yrs later...
@marktheregulardude8651
Timeless album. I was a teenager and it brings back all the memories and feels just the same. Love it
@sirsir9665
I was 16 when this came out and is still so good. Most music today doesn't have talent and skill like this.