Steve Earle (born Stephen Fain Earle on January 17, 1955 in San Antonio, Te… Read Full Bio ↴Steve Earle (born Stephen Fain Earle on January 17, 1955 in San Antonio, Texas) is a singer-songwriter best known for his country music and rock 'n roll tinged "alt-country." He is also a published writer, a keen political activist (particularly in protesting against the death penalty in the U.S., as in his song "Ellis Unit One" from the movie Dead Man Walking), and has written and directed a play. Earle also had small roles on the HBO television shows "The Wire" and "Treme". His sister Stacey Earle is also an acclaimed singer-songwriter, as is his most recent wife, Allison Moorer, whom he wed in 2005. His first son from an earlier marriage is the singer-songwriter Justin Townes Earle, named for Earle's hero Townes Van Zandt.

Earle was born in Fort Monroe, Virginia, and grew up near San Antonio, Texas. His father, Jack Earle, was an air traffic controller. Although he was born in Virginia where his father was stationed, the family returned to Texas before Earle's second birthday. They moved several times but Earle grew up primarily in the San Antonio area.
Earle began learning the guitar at the age of 11 and placed in a talent contest at his school at age 13. He is reported to have run away from home at age 14 to follow his idol, singer-songwriter Townes Van Zandt around Texas. Earle was "rebellious" as a youngster and dropped out of school at the age of 16. He moved to Houston with his 19-year-old uncle, who was also a musician, where he married and worked odd jobs. While in Houston Earle finally met Van Zandt, who became his hero and role model.

In 1975, at the age of 20, Earle moved to Nashville and began working as a songwriter. In these early days, he recorded with Guy Clark and Emmylou Harris. He finally scored a country hit in 1981, writing Johnny Lee's top ten cut "When You Fall in Love." Earle's early work as a performer tended towards the rockabilly sound, popular at the time. In 1986, his first proper album Guitar Town was a critical and commercial success. It sold over 300,000 copies and led some to herald him as a saviour of country music.

Earle long struggled with drug abuse. His addiction eventually caused a departure from performing and recording after he was dropped by MCA in 1991. Whilst in jail on drug and firearm charges, he kicked the habit and returned to music after his release in 1994.

Earle's "second, post-jail, musical career" has been more stylistically diverse than his early material, dipping in acoustic, bluegrass, and roots rock sounds. I Feel Alright and Transcendental Blues met with good reviews and decent sales. 2002's somewhat controversial Jerusalem was one of the first albums to directly address the September 11 attacks. It brought Earle's leftist views to media attention, especially the song "John Walker's Blues."

His latest album of original material I'll Never Get Out Of This World Alive was released in 2011. Songfacts reports that one of the tracks, This City, got played on HBO’s New Orleans based show Treme several months before the album‘s release. Earle, who plays a recurring street musician, composed the song especially for the drama series.

Earle has also released a tribute album of material written by friend and mentor Townes Van Zandt, entitled Townes.

For more information and photographs of Steve Earle go to his official website, www.SteveEarle.com.

Other Kind
Steve Earle Lyrics

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I woke up this morning and I took a look around at all that I got
These days I've been lookin' in the mirror and wondering if that's me lookin' back or not
I'm still the apple of my mama's eye
I'm my daddy's worst fears realized
Here of late all this real estate don't seem all that real to me sometimes

I'm back out on that road again
Turn this beast into the wind

There are those that break and bend
I'm the other kind, I'm the other kind

Now my old buddy, what's his name, says, ";Man what the hell are you thinkin' 'bout
Fool, you got two of everything, but you hang your head just like you was down and out";
And I'm damn sure not suffering from a lack of love
There's plenty more where that came from
Ah - but leave it up to me to say something wrong and hurt someone before I'm done

You see it used to be I was really free
I didn't need no gasoline to run
Before you could say Jack Kerouac you'd turn your back and I'd be gone
Yeah nowadays I got me two good wheels and I seek refuge in aluminum and steel

Aw, it takes me out there for just a little while
And the years fall away with every mile

Overall Meaning

In "Other Kind" by Steve Earle, the singer reflects on his life and the person he sees in the mirror. The lyrics express feelings of questioning one's identity and purpose, even with success and love in one's life. The refrain "I'm the other kind" implies that the singer feels different from others and doesn't fit into a specific mold.

The verse about the singer's friend criticizing him despite his apparent privilege highlights the theme of internal struggle and self-doubt. The reference to Jack Kerouac and the desire for freedom suggests that the singer longs for a sense of fulfillment beyond material possessions.

Overall, the lyrics suggest a sense of restlessness and longing for something more meaningful in life. The repeated line "I'm the other kind" reinforces the idea that the singer feels like an outsider or misunderstood.

Line by Line Meaning

I woke up this morning and I took a look around at all that I got
When I woke up today, I looked at everything I have and took it all in.

These days I've been lookin' in the mirror and wondering if that's me lookin' back or not
Lately, I've been questioning my own reflection in the mirror, wondering if I recognize the person looking back at me.

I'm still the apple of my mama's eye
My mother still loves me very much, and I am very important to her.

I'm my daddy's worst fears realized
I am what my father has always been afraid of, and it troubles him.

Here of late all this real estate don't seem all that real to me sometimes
Lately, I've been feeling like my possessions and property aren't as meaningful or significant to me as they used to be.

I'm back out on that road again
I am on tour again and traveling the country by road.

Turn this beast into the wind
As I drive, I am excited and ready to take on whatever challenges come my way.

There are those that break and bend
Some people break under the pressure of life's challenges, while others bend but don't break.

I'm the other kind, I'm the other kind
I am one of those people who bends but doesn't break. I am the other kind.

Now my old buddy, what's his name, says, "Man what the hell are you thinkin' 'bout
One of my old friends asked me what I am thinking about these days.

Fool, you got two of everything, but you hang your head just like you was down and out"
He called me a fool for feeling down when I have so much in life already.

And I'm damn sure not suffering from a lack of love
Despite my feelings of sadness, I know I am not lacking in love from friends and family.

There's plenty more where that came from
I have a lot of love in my life, and there's more to come.

Ah - but leave it up to me to say something wrong and hurt someone before I'm done
Unfortunately, I have a tendency to say things that hurt others, even if it's unintentional.

You see it used to be I was really free
In the past, I was very free and didn't rely on material possessions.

I didn't need no gasoline to run
I didn't need a car or any fuel to go where I wanted to go.

Before you could say Jack Kerouac you'd turn your back and I'd be gone
I used to be very spontaneous and leave without notice, like the famous writer Jack Kerouac.

Yeah nowadays I got me two good wheels and I seek refuge in aluminum and steel
Nowadays, I have a car with good wheels, and I find comfort and safety in the metal frame.

Aw, it takes me out there for just a little while
Driving takes me out into the world and gives me freedom, if only for a short time.

And the years fall away with every mile
As I drive and travel, I feel like I am getting younger and the years are falling away.

Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: STEVE EARLE

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@danmccaffrey2157

3y↑1

@@elizabethsizemore4714

I'm glad you're still here.

I can't pretend to know what you've been through, but I know you're still here, and you've got something to say.

You might not know it, maybe you do, but I believe that we all suffer through something, and we do for a reason;

And the reason is to survive.

Share.

And save.

You got through what you got through, not just to finish out your days just being thankful.

No.

You got through it so you could be a beacon of hope for someone else behind you.

You got through it to inspire others.

To lead even one more out of the darkness.

I'm sorry for all you went through, but it did have a purpose.

And the faces of those you've led back from the abyss prove it.

Thank you for your courage and commitment.

You're a hero.

✌🍻✌

All comments from YouTube:

@Daughter-of-an-outlaw

7w↑1

I LITERALLY just got The Hard Way CD today! I'm so PUMPED! I have it blasting through the house, Mama and Daddy are having a sweet blast from the past 😂😂 Rock on Steve!!

@Hal17680

4y↑31

THE GREAT STEVE EARLE: "There are those that break and bend, I'm the other kind."

@dansyver

Korlppplp

@brazenlilhussy5975

3y↑1

@@dansyver Good input Dan.

@craiger9313

Nuff said

@scorpichella

Great lyric

@jimbojones6169

2y↑1

Have that tattooed around my ankle.

@russellgiboney2213

4y↑29

Steve Earle for songwriters Hall of Fame

@markymarcus5752

3y↑27

The hard way is such a fab album, the song writing is brilliant, personal and hard hitting at times. He has a lot to say on this one, and it's well worth the listen.

@princessofhesse

10y↑61

never a doubt...my favorite Steve Earle song ever.

@pdenn1s

4y↑5

Well that is a good declaration, I still find it so hard to choose. ;D

@scottdenney6475

4y↑2

so good. I couldn't pick a favorite steve earle song,.... but absolutely this one is at, or near the top of the list of songs that would be the soundtrack of my life. not just of his, but one of my favorite songs from anybody. he is one of american music's greatest treasures. I hope he is coping with the loss of his son, I can't imagine how that would feel. good vibes old friend.

@mjuhanil

Whole album is great

@fivestring65ify

5y↑14

This song has always spoken to that gypsy cowboy spirit inside of me. There's a restlessness in my soul that has always been there. Thank you Steve.

@johndfm9843

22w

For you it's been four years. Did you find your peace or did you find your resolve?

@princessofhesse

11y↑33

I think it was a bad time in his life....his demons were closing in. as a recovering addict myself, I can tell you they can overcome you in a heartbeat. thank God he made it out.

@pdenn1s

4y↑4

i thank God you made it out too... Understanding is a beautiful thing, knowing someone else understands how you feel means so much. I'm still working on it of course...

@danmccaffrey2157

4y↑2

Thank God you made it out.

Surviving is the key to saving.

✌🍻✌

@elizabethsizemore4714

3y↑1

@@pdenn1s sounds like you are on a Road 2 Beautiful understanding yourself. I've been on that same Journey myself for almost 12 years. God bless you.

@elizabethsizemore4714

3y↑1

@@danmccaffrey2157 agreed. An Old Timer told me once that we only keep what we have by giving it away. I found this to be very true. I've been on this journey nearly twelve years and I'm learning something new everyday. God bless you.

@danmccaffrey2157

3y↑1

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@michaeljbeach

5y↑13

Going to see Steve Earle tonight in concert. Can't wait.

@bobbywhitlowmusic

2y↑6

I’ve always felt safe listening to Steve Earle songs.

@craiger9313

2y↑2

So true friend

@commerc9102

9y↑13

one of the most heart felt songs. makes the years roll away with ever verse

@glenwhite4494

12w↑2

Steve Earle's voice on this awesome track kills me. He snarles the lyrics with real venom. You want attitude and a badass punk spirit, look no further.

@Daughter-of-an-outlaw

Totally agree!!!

@lr882027

3y↑7

I think this is a fucking great song and this album is one of my favorites. I saw him on this tour in Manchester in either 89 or 90 and I remember it to be a great gig. The album didn't do very well either in sales or critically but it was the country rock album I was looking for, a lot more rocky and edgy than his previous three albums. I met Steve a few years back when he was touring with Shawn Colvin and had him sign some of my albums. He was showing Shawn the album and saying that was a pic of him and his Grandad on the cover. I told him I thought it was a very underrated and maligned album and that was bollocks - it's a great record and he agreed - just listen to Billy Austin, Justice in Ontario, Regular Guy and others on it. I think this tour also spawned 'shut up and die like an aviator' which again is very underrated - just listen to tracks 12 thru 17 (Fearless heart to Dead Flowers) and tell me that ain't the best country rock ever.

@scottwerdal3367

28w

Thanks for tracks i vaguely recall now. Fearless Heart I haven't played for 25 years? Thanks man for remembering his great work for me.

@kathyraymelles.80

6y↑12

Hi Steve Earl You're a good friend to have on a night like this. Been kind to me tonight. Your friend too.

@princessofhesse

11y↑14

love the hair, love Steve Earle, since the 80s. God bless him with 20 more years of music.

@derricknations7283

7y↑27

Proud to be the other kind

@jamesleon2770

7y↑1

😊❤

@kathyraymelles.80

Derrick Nations awesome comment

@billydreed1

there are those that break and bend....

@BigTons2005

There’s not many of us left.......

@Daughter-of-an-outlaw

39w

OMG, ALWAYS HAVED LOVED THIS SONG ❤🖤😈☠️🤟🤘❤️🖤😈☠️🤟🤘

@princessofhesse

12y↑5

incredible, never, never, never gets old. been a fan of Steve's for 25 years, he never fails to give $500 worth of music for a $40 ticket at his shows. God bless Steve Earle.

@fancifulfilly

7y↑4

I loved Steve for his music for years, too, but now I also love him as a person. In 2014 we got two big snowstorms in Jan. and Feb. Of all the hard luck, during the one in late Jan. John Hiatt was scheduled to play at the Birchmere, and we already had tickets. We had about 15" of snow, and that much is not typical so the plows were working overtime, and it was still snowing at nightfall. We couldn't even get up our hill. John Hiatt still played to a half-empty house because he was able to make it, so we were out the cost of tickets, (and JH's shows are $o expensive, well over $100 per seat!) In Feb, we had tickets for Steve Earle on the 13th and Rosanne Cash on the 14th. The next blizzard came on the 13th, it snowed all night and we got about 18" in total, but Steve had the consideration to cancel his show and reschedule it for Mar 13. That time, no snow. When we chatted with him after the concert, I said to him how grateful we were for him rescheduling the Feb show. And he was so sweet, he said he couldn't leave all those folks in the lurch. <3 (Unlike JH, who didn't care.) I still love John's music, but I don't like him at all. Steve is the greatest!

@RobertJ890

40w↑1

This song needs WAY more views, such an awesome song.

@MicheleDLaw

9y↑26

Loving this man and his music. Fills me with hope and courage.

@Smoothancool

4y↑3

I'm five thousand miles away from Steve Earle, but when he sings, I feel it all inside of me.

@craiger9313

Hits ya right in the gut

@tazztower44

14y↑10

one of the greatest..this is my favourite song of all time..steve just brings the truth and for that,i salute him..

@craiger9313

And for this we are forever greatfull

@victoriasutton8340

48w

So true so true

@princessofhesse

14y↑2

Steve Earle in his prime, are you kidding???? i've been a fan forever, Steve and I actually grew up in the same part of TX, he's got a couple of years on me, but encourages me to keep going, old as we both are!! The best ever.....

@jimolson8424

5y↑6

Another classic by the great artist... Steve Earle. I love the music.

@princessofhesse

13y↑5

yep, this song just gets better and better as the years roll by...best song, best looking singer...all of it.....God bless Steve Earle...

@Daughter-of-an-outlaw

24w

You're my favorite of all times!

@DonN-pk9sv

I fight it everyday

@sickofliberals9403

2y↑4

Great song

@carlvieira9649

8y↑30

Steve Earle Always was and is still today a great Singer .....songwriter .....and artist......i like his songs.....

@darlincommitme

5y↑2

You should listen to his newer song, "Mississippi It's Time."

@Tommyd479

darlincommitme LMFAO!!!!!!?

@leelawrence7852

And as a human being a pos(lower case, though).
Trace Askins is a capital one

@valentinasacco7976

10y↑8

PURE DYNAMITE, MAN, PURE DYNAMITE

@victoriasutton8340

48w

Steve Earle needs to be up there with Johnny,Willie,George, etc.Amazing

@judyknighten8494

2y↑3

Steve is an awesome talented artist

@davesheather4306

Fav Earle album...saw the Hardway Tour 1990 @Town & Country Club (Forum) London UK

@jimolson8424

This is one of my favorite music videos by the Master: STEVE EARLE...

@princessofhesse

13y↑2

thank God for VEVO! the best of the best!! been a fan for yrs and yrs, God bless Steve Earle!

@fento89fento91

6y↑1

Steve Earl keep on making music please, your a legend thank you for the tunes from the land down under (Australia) 👍

@fivestring65ify

4y↑2

I feel this way a lot. I've been blessed with so many things, but I still look in the mirror and wonder who the hell that is that's looking back at me.

@michaelferguson1028

I agree with All of you I got 2 of everything and still wonder who's looking back at me.

@scorpichella

2y↑2

Such an underrated song

@bannjaxx

7y↑4

I love his voice, didn't even know there was a video to this track - thanks!

@stevenyazzie6785

1y↑1

Always love his music ever since 1983 to this day...

@tomatcheson4027

38w

greatest piece of poetry ever

@dugazordcito

14y↑2

i love steve earle

@karenleonard8679

6y↑3

He is so handsome and talented. Great hair. I love Steve Earle

@robinmaecoleman731

50w

If I Had to choose a favorote Steve Earle song... this is it!!!

@catwrench3

sometimes you're buried in the eye of the storm. But sometimes the eye of the storm produces your best work and thoughts. Waylon and Willie lived that, but so did Steve Earle.

@Luna-de_azule

I have always been the other kind...thanks for singing it...

@Luna-de_azule

@Steve Earle nice meeting you..glad you do what you do..your stories you sing are so true. Thanks

@Luna-de_azule

@Steve Earle You just keep doing your thing, baby....

@ChuckieInMT

13y

Ha! This takes us to Missoula, MT on Saturday night 6.18.11 when Steve, Allison & The Dukes rocked us for three hours!!! Go, Steve, Go & THANKS FOR A GREAT SHOW!!!

@AshWtngtn

2y↑1

Still Listening in November 2021

@fancifulfilly

12y

I read this quite some time ago, but I don't know why, I didn't take the trouble to "like" or comment, still your story stuck with me. It rings true all right...and it's a really sweet story. It must have been one of the best concerts you ever saw, truly unforgettable.

@princessofhesse

13y↑2

my favorite of the best.....Steve Earle has been my hero for yrs and yrs...always great...

@bluestarlighting29

8y↑4

Wow amazing video. Always enjoy this song.

@hoprabbitbunny

10y↑1

The best artwork of Steve's life!

@craigg1668

5y↑1

best earle song ever methinks

@valverdista

13y↑1

Right now I´m listening this great song and read Big Sur of Jack Kerouac, sometimes life can be so good...

@69HESH

8y↑1

I have this on 7" single and love this song to bits, my record player is no more, thank the lord for You Tube keeping our memories alive.

@johnb9814

8y↑2

Utterly amazeing

@canadian-girl

5y↑2

love this and steve earle

@62waylon

12y

I agree with you princess.3 hour show last year.Awesome

@78joann

14y

Yes I agree he is the GREATEST! Best darn singer/songwriter out there! Really enjoyed his concert I went to this past Jan/10. I love his music... from his older songs right to his new songs!.

@mikelomheim9650

Best Steve Earle song for sure

@Boviss1Bovis

13y↑2

Great Song. Top Top Man.

@heavychevy4616

love ur music brother! thank u & god bless u!

@davesheather4106

7y↑3

Best Earle tour for me the Hard Way..

@dustdevl3404

6y↑1

Saw him at Massey Hall during that tour. Still one of the best I've ever been to.

@brazenlilhussy5975

@@dustdevl3404 Agreed. When someone is singing and playing with passion and actually believe in what they're singing..it works. Along with his late son JTE it can be a blessing as much as a curse. I imagine that tour was a kind of torture for Steve, you could tell he wasn't at his best self and especially after the hard time "Copperhead Road" got getting spins on 'country radio' didn't help.

@dustdevl3404

3y↑1

@@brazenlilhussy5975 Very well said, my friend.

@brazenlilhussy5975

3y↑1

Cheers bud. I don't know if you've heard much of Justin's stuff but my god that boy could pick AND write.. if I could recommend you a song of his it's called 'moving on' and theres a version here live from KEXP, Its one of those songs that just grabs the listener it's almost uncomfortable to watch someone battle (so publicly at least) it's most definitely a double edged sword and that becomes very apparent watching that performance '3 chords and the truth' I guess. It's not sad, its upbeat and defiant..like 'The Other Kind' which is what brought it back to my mind. Best of luck with everything man.

@dustdevl3404

@@brazenlilhussy5975 Thanks, man. Likewise. I will check out that song and more. I have heard some by Justin and liked it. A real tragedy he passed.

@jimbeaulieu9085

10y↑3

Great song......

@hoprabbitbunny

11y

Sad Metal Country Rocker-THE OTHER KIND-THE STORY OF MY LIFE!!

@shaeleneyazzie9808

8y↑4

always love this song 90 High School days 90's used to always jam at this in the mountains in Flagstaff, AZ......

@snaholo

14y

before you could say jack Kerouac you'd turn your back & I'd be gone . . . . what a great line

@scmorson

It gets colder its going to shatter ~~~

@andjavgarven

5y↑1

Great song. Love it.

@fancifulfilly

12y

Well, I did read the bio "Hard Core Troubadour", and "Fearless Heart, Outlaw Poet" is kicking around this indescribable landfill my other half calls a house somewhere too, but I read them both about 5 years ago before I got ill. Thus it really remarkable I retained anything at all, my memory was so severely sabotaged by the treatment. For a while it was all I could do to remember my own salient info, much less that of a songwriter whose work I love.

@billtull

10y

That's a really good song, I enjoyed that very much, reminds me of my own growing up experiences,thank you Steve.

@danmccaffrey2157

3y↑1

Share this with your friends going through tough shit.

Lift each other up.

@russellmitchell9254

Simply put awesome

@CFOGO

14y

never realised there was a video for this song.the song is slightly different from the album . tanx for posting

@princessofhesse

11y

best Steve Earle song. ever.

@bettythomas5679

8y↑2

my favorite

@tom83rodr37

8y↑1

mine too

@DaveAlbiston

10y↑2

nice riff.. lyrics as always :-)

@judyknighten8494

Love it because I proved im6 the other kind

@princessofhesse

11y↑1

darling, I love this video..

@pepesprophet1033

10y↑2

Good job

@wheelmanstan

3y↑1

the guns and roses of country aka steve earle

@darlincommitme

3y↑1

His wife at this point was the A&R person who worked with Guns and Roses, so the similarity makes some sense

@brazenlilhussy5975

2y↑1

@@darlincommitme Not only that, but with how GNR were being marketed at the time as 'the most dangerous band in the world'...Steve was living every bit as wild then. The story when he finally got caught with the crack, smack and his shooter going off when it fell is one hell of a story..a lucky, lucky boy! Could've went Soooo wrong!

@princessofhesse

14y

@joynthis so true, my friend...quality will always win out, Steve will be around a long, long, time after the same old country junk is gone...and even when all of us oldfolks, who have known and loved Steve for a long tme....and even when Steve, have gone on to the next place...he will still be here....always....

@fredericksemple6366

This is how I like my country music - rougher than rough, not the smooth hat acts.

@americanbeliever6011

5y↑2

I'm my DADDY'S worst fears realized.
Ol Vet's Kid🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

@lydialambert2513

Me too

@audimanuk

13y

@princessofhesse .....Amen to that brother ....... Amen to that.

@tams4008

4y↑1

This is the hottest video ever!

@princessofhesse

13y

ah, hell yeah, when the day has been crappy and people have accused you of ruining their lives or whatever the else you were supposed to do, this is the only thing that makes it all make some sort of sense...

@StreetLegal1231

11y

I don't know about you, but to me this is one very sad, moving song....

@ronnykarlsen8712

The best song.

@dustdevl3404

6y↑1

I especially love the last verse. I totally relate to that except it isn't 2 wheels it's 4.

@brazenlilhussy5975

"I seek refuge in aluminum and steel" great lyric.

@markcassel3392

That mandolin.

@darlincommitme

12y↑2

@fancifulfilly Yeah - it was when he first went to N'ville. He tells the story to Letterman in a video here - look up Lettermen and Copperhead Road. I agree "Think it Over" sounds a lot like Holly, and anyone doing rockabilly has to have him as an influence.

@americanbeliever6011

HORSE NAMED DANGER💜

@shirleyjennings5787

Great tune!

@TheSnareguitar

I loved this song, mommy. Thank you for sending it.

@shirleyjennings5787

I will have to let you borrow this album, the whole album is great.

@jessebarbosa9634

6y↑1

Amo esta música!

@fancifulfilly

11y

Now I'm thinking it might have been the song "Love you Too Much" on (I think!) the Exit 0 album. The way he sings that particular song is very reminiscent of early Elvis vocals. Dwight Yoakam also; he came out around the same time as Steve, and he has a few songs that he sings in a vocal style that sounded amazingly like Elvis. And I would not even count his cover of "Suspicious Minds" in that group.

@kristinedee888

47w

❤😎👍🏻

@scottkuester8946

This song is fuckin' awesome....

@AnnaLVajda

♥️

@RichBaxterMusic

13y↑3

This is just Steve at his best in my honest opinion. Would love to see him rock it up again, but I feel he is a different place in his life now (well, clearly!) and the rock lifestyle has passed him by. Shame....still love him though.