1) … Read Full Bio ↴There are at least three artists named Slaughter on last.fm:
1) Slaughter was a Canadian death/thrash metal band. They were formed in Toronto, Ontario, Canada in 1984 and briefly featured Chuck Schuldiner on guitar in 1986. Originally, they released one full-length called "Strappado" and several demos. Slaughter was disbanded from 1989 to 1995 but returned in 1996 to record a cover of Celtic Frost’s “Dethroned Emperor” for a tribute album called “In Memory of Celtic Frost”. They then re-released “Strappado” and a new compilation album called Not Dead Yet / Paranormal under the Nuclear Blast record label in 2001. They released Not Dead Yet in 2011 and Meatcleaver in 2013.
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2) Slaughter is an American rock band formed in Las Vegas, Nevada, United States, by lead vocalist/rhythm guitarist Mark Slaughter and bassist Dana Strum. The band reached stardom in 1990 with their first album Stick It to Ya, which spawned several hit singles including "Up All Night", "Spend My Life", "Mad About You" and "Fly to the Angels". The album reached double platinum status in the United States. The band remains a steady act in national tours, mainly in the Rock Never Stops Tour which features several bands of the same era.
The band formed in 1988 with Mark Slaughter on vocals, Dana Strum as bassist, Tim Kelly on guitars and Blas Elias on drums. Mark Slaughter and Dana Strum had previously played together in Vinnie Vincent Invasion. Their debut album Stick It To Ya saw 3 songs hit the Billboard Hot 100: "Fly To the Angels (#19)", "Up All Night (#27)", and "Spend My Life (#39)".
Unlike many of the bands from the era who were suddenly phased out in the wake of the alternative movement, Slaughter remained intact and continued to produce new records. In 1992, the released their second album, titled The Wild Life. It had the Billboard Hot 100 hit "Real Love (#69)" and was certified platinum.
The band planned to dedicate themselves to their next album. However, in 1993 guitarist Tim Kelly was arrested for charges of drug trafficking, while bassist Dana Strum had a motorcycle accident that injured his playing hand. This delayed the recording of the album, but they kept working on it while Kelly was meeting with attorneys and Strum was rehabilitating. They finished the recording on February 1994 when Strum was completely rehabilitated.
At this time, they negotiated to be released from their label and signed with CMC Records. In 1995, they finally released Fear No Evil. Despite little success in the US, the album did well in Japan. Guitarist Dave Marshall (ex-Vince Neil band) had to fill in for Kelly at times, due to his legal problems.
Some time later, Kelly's legal troubles ended and the band committed to their next album. In 1997, they followed it with Revolution. This album featured a more eclectic and psychedelic sound, but again it was mostly ignored by the media.
In February 5, 1998, tragedy struck when guitarist Tim Kelly was killed in an auto accident in the Arizona desert. This deeply affected the band, but they were committed to continue with the band. Again, guitarist Dave Marshall briefly performed as a touring guitarist for Slaughter in Japan. In 1999, they hired Jeff Blando as Kelly's replacement and began working on their next album. A live album titled Eternal Live was released featuring some of the band's last performances with Kelly.
In 1999, they resurged with Back to Reality, featuring Blando as the new guitarist. Blando was previously in Left For Dead and Saigon Kick. Since then, Slaughter continues to play many rock package tours with other acts that saw prominence during the glam era of the late 1980s and very early 1990s.
During the summer of 1999, while on the "Rock Never Stops Tour" (which included Ted Nugent and Night Ranger), Slaughter enjoyed a brief commercial resurgence, and had the "#1 Track" on the "VH-1" CD "Power Ballads" with "Fly To The Angels" and "Up All Night" became the "#1 Track" on Rhino Records "Hard Hitters," and also took part in the Summer 2000 "Poison, Cinderella, Dokken and Slaughter" tour.
In 2001 Slaughter was a part of the "Voices of Metal" tour featuring Vince Neil (of Mötley Crüe), Ratt, and Vixen.
Mark Slaughter and Dana Strum's former Vinnie Vincent Invasion bandmate Bobby Rock has played as a touring drummer for Slaughter, filling in for Blas Elias on some shows of the Rock Never Stops Tour.
In April of 2004, Slaughter released a DVD-A entitled Then and Now that features 12 songs and 50 rare photos of the band over the years. Slaughter will also have a DVD that features all of the music videos and behind the scenes footage during the 2004 season.
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3) Slaughter was a French heavy metal band, formed in April 1983. Their '86 demo 'Excalibur' was reissued as a 12" by Fils du Metal in the spring of 2010.
That's Not Enough
Slaughter Lyrics
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Around and around
They tell me what's goin' up
I tell them what's goin' down
Why don't they leave me alone
I'm just high on life
Just livin' on the edge
That's what I like
Ya don't fool me or rule me
I know better, ya don't fool me or rule me
I can't take anymore
That's not enough for me
'Cause if you want me
You got to prove that you're true
Don't want nobody messin' round
Behind my back, doing things that they do
Ya like to sit, rap, talk about it
Chit chat and smile
Kinda gossipin' about the scene
I don't want none of that
That's where it's at
Come on, grow up, that's what I mean ya
You don't show me
How you feel, you try to hide it
But I'm seein' right through your lies
You don't know me, well I'm packin' my bags
'Cause that's not enough for me
In the song "That's Not Enough" by Slaughter, the singer expresses their frustration with people around them who try to control and manipulate them. The lyrics suggest that the singer is confident in their own choices and wants to live life on their own terms. They are tired of being lied to and talked about behind their back, and they demand loyalty and honesty from those around them. The chorus emphasizes the idea that words are not enough to prove one's true intentions, and actions are necessary to earn the singer's trust.
The lyrics of "That's Not Enough" convey a message of individuality and self-expression. The singer refuses to conform to others' expectations and demands respect and authenticity from those around them. The repetition of the phrase "ya don't fool me or rule me" suggests a rebellious attitude and a refusal to be controlled. Overall, the song encourages listeners to stay true to themselves and not let others bring them down.
Line by Line Meaning
People try to push me
I face challenges from people who try to force me to do things.
Around and around
These challenges are cyclical in nature and keep coming back.
They tell me what's goin' up
Others try to dictate what's happening in my life.
I tell them what's goin' down
I, however, inform them of my perspective on the situation.
Why don't they leave me alone
I request that they stop bothering me.
I'm just high on life
I am content with my state of being and the experiences that come with it.
Just livin' on the edge
I am taking risks and living life with excitement and spontaneity.
Ya don't fool me or rule me
I am not easily deceived or controlled by others.
I know better, ya don't fool me or rule me
I have a strong sense of my own beliefs and ideas and am immune to manipulation.
I can't take anymore
I am at my limit with regard to tolerating negative behavior from others.
That's not enough for me
I am not satisfied with what others are showing or telling me.
'Cause if you want me
To earn my trust and respect,
You got to prove that you're true
You need to demonstrate that you are honest and reliable.
Don't want nobody messin' round
I don't want anyone interfering with my life or relationships.
Behind my back, doing things that they do
I don't want anyone engaging in sneaky activities without my knowledge or consent.
Ya like to sit, rap, talk about it
Others like to gossip and engage in idle conversations.
Chit chat and smile
Their talk is often superficial and not very meaningful.
Kinda gossipin' about the scene
They are often spreading rumors or talking about things that are not their place to discuss.
I don't want none of that
I am not interested in participating in these activities or being around those who do.
That's where it's at
That's not where my values and priorities lie.
Come on, grow up, that's what I mean ya
I suggest that they become more mature and focus on more meaningful activities.
You don't show me
You don't express to me
How you feel, you try to hide it
You attempt to conceal or suppress your emotions and thoughts.
But I'm seein' right through your lies
I am able to discern your true intentions and feelings despite your attempts to hide them.
You don't know me, well I'm packin' my bags
Since you don't truly understand or respect me,
'Cause that's not enough for me
I choose to leave and seek a more fulfilling and genuine relationship elsewhere.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: DANA STRUM, MARK SLAUGHTER
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