Tesla's music fit well with the blasting sounds of their 80s hair metal and glam rock contemporaries. Yet it was more bluesy and lyrics dealt with other themes than just the usual, girls, alcohol and violence. But what set them even more apart from their contemporaries was their t-shirt and jeans image, a 'street' look reminiscent of the Ramones (and other 70s punk groups) that was in strong contrast of the leather, spandex, and flashy-make type look of the time.
The band's early lifespan as City Kidd brought them considerable frustration, with them failing to break into the musical mainstream while also competing with another band with the same name. Their mutation into Tesla provided a clear shot at success. 'Mechanical Resonance', their debut that the boys released in 1986, became a commercial smash while also receiving significant critical praise. That album was certified platinum by the RIAA on October 5, 1989.
In total, the group has released six studio albums with original music, the latest of them being 2008's 'Forever More'. They have also created a a double-disc covers album, titled 'Real To Reel', as well as a number of compilations and live albums. Their sound has focused on a particularly melodic and accessible kind of hard rock with strong shades of classic heavy metal as well.
Tesla's popular 1990 remake of Signs, originally recorded by the Five Man Electrical Band (who also inspired the album which the remake came from, Five Man Acoustical Jam), is probably the most mainstream of Tesla's hits. However, many fans remember fondly Tesla's other hits such as Gettin' Better, Modern Day Cowboy, Little Suzi, Edison's Medicine and Love Song.
The band derived their name, certain album and song names (e.g. The Great Radio Controversy, Mechanical Resonance, etc), and some song content from events relating to Nikola Tesla, a Serbian-American inventor and electrical engineer born in the 19th century in Smiljan, Austria-Hungary, modern day Croatia.
Honestly
Tesla Lyrics
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Sometimes I find that it's myself crumblin' to the floor
Life's full of challenges that I just can't seem to ignore
Can't see around the corner, tell me what's in store
Honestly, don't ask me why I care
Cause it's a jungle out there
Honestly, I'm just a simple man
Honestly
I always try to help everyone but me
I never seem to find the time I need to breath
I try to climb the mountain no mater how high it seems
I'm like an open book, I just let my heart bleed
Honestly, don't ask me why I care
Cause it's a jungle out there
Honestly, I'm just a simple man
Doing the best that I can
Honestly
You gotta let go cause nobody knows
The answers are so hard to find
With nothing to lose, it's easy to chose
To keep holding on, keep holding on
Honestly, don't ask me why I care
Cause it's a jungle out there
Honestly, I'm just a simple man
Doing the best that I can
Honestly
The lyrics of Tesla's song "Honestly" provide a deep insight about the struggles of life and how difficult it is to cope with the challenges it throws our way. The song begins with the idea of being there for others but forgetting about oneself in the process. The singer seems to be someone who is always helping others, but when it comes to his own life, he finds it overwhelming to deal with. The lyrics "Sometimes I find that it's myself crumblin' to the floor" suggests a person who may appear strong, but the struggles of life weigh heavily on them.
As the song progresses, the singer confesses that life is full of challenges and uncertainties, and it can be difficult to stay positive when things feel out of control. The lyrics "Can't see around the corner, tell me what's in store" highlight the uncertainty of life and how we are sometimes lost in the moment, unable to see beyond it. The singer acknowledges that it is a jungle out there, suggesting how difficult life can be.
The chorus of the song drives home the message that the singer is trying to convey. It emphasizes the idea that although life is tough, we need to keep going, that the singer is just a simple man doing the best he can. He wants to show that we must keep fighting no matter how hard life gets. Overall, the lyrics of "Honestly" are a heartfelt reminder that life can be difficult, but it's important to keep pushing forward and never give up.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm always here with open arms and an open door
I am always willing to help others and be there for them no matter what.
Sometimes I find that it's myself crumblin' to the floor
Despite my willingness to help others, sometimes I myself am overwhelmed and struggling.
Life's full of challenges that I just can't seem to ignore
Life is full of obstacles that I cannot simply ignore or avoid.
Can't see around the corner, tell me what's in store
I cannot predict what the future holds or what challenges lie ahead.
Honestly, don't ask me why I care
To be honest, I don't know why I care so much about others but I do.
Cause it's a jungle out there
The world is a difficult place to navigate with many challenges and obstacles.
Honestly, I'm just a simple man
I am just an ordinary person trying to do my best.
Doing the best that I can
I am trying my hardest to overcome the challenges that life presents.
I always try to help everyone but me
I often prioritize helping others over taking care of myself.
I never seem to find the time I need to breath
I struggle to find time for myself to rest and recharge.
I try to climb the mountain no mater how high it seems
I am determined to overcome any obstacle or challenge, no matter how difficult it may seem.
I'm like an open book, I just let my heart bleed
I am very honest and open with my emotions and feelings, sometimes to a fault.
You gotta let go cause nobody knows
Sometimes you have to let go and trust that the future will work out, as nobody can predict what will happen.
The answers are so hard to find
It can be incredibly difficult to find solutions to the challenges we face in life.
With nothing to lose, it's easy to chose
When we have nothing to lose, it can be easier to make difficult decisions or take risks.
To keep holding on, keep holding on
We must keep pushing forward and not give up, even when things seem hopeless.
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Christopher N. Savage
on Getting' Better
A shame that you can't see the original video, but this tune has the passion and power to lift you up and brighten your day!!!!!