Winter's group is also known for its innovation, with the frontman inventing the keyboard body strap early in his career. Said innovation allows him the freedom to move around on stage during his multi-instrument high-energy performances. He was also one of the first artists to feature a synthesizer as the main instrument in a song. "Frankenstein" in particular revolutionized modern rock and roll and opened up a whole new world of possibilities with experimentation and sound.
After 'They Only Come Out at Night', the band released 'Shock Treatment', featuring guitarist Rick Derringer in place of Ronnie Montrose. That musican went on to work in Montrose and other groups. Although not quite able to capture the same free spirit as the group's earlier album, 'Shock Treatment' earned major critical praise, and the band continued its lively tour schedule.
Later releases from Edgar Winter and his associates include the albums 'Jasmine Nightdreams', 'The Edgar Winter Group with Rick Derringer' (a live album), 'Together Live With Johnny Winter', 'Recycled' (a reunion with White Trash), 'Standing On Rock', 'Mission Earth', 'Live In Japan', 'Not A Kid Anymore', 'The Real Deal', and 'Winter Blues'.
Mainstream success has eluded Winter's various band line-ups since their 70s heyday, but their work has remained radio staples. Winter continues to tour as of 2013. More information is available on his official website here.
Animal
The Edgar Winter Group Lyrics
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Some weird unconformity outside your tail.
Bug Bear, Night Mare, Castles in the air,
I wonder if this game is fair.
Some kind of animal is loose in the night.
Leaping and shrieking in freakish delight.
Some kind of animal let out on the stage.
Look out now !!!
Some kind of animal - You make me feel like,
Some kind of animal - Makes love like,
Some kind of animal - Gonna die like,
Some kind of animal !!!
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Some kind of animal - You must feel like,
Some kind of animal - You make love like,
Some kind of animal - You?re gonna die like,
Some kind of animal !!!
Some kind of animal exists in us all.
Instinct awakens to it?s primitive call.
Bug a Boo after you, look out now it?s comin? through .........
I wonder if this dream is true???
I wonder if it?s me or you???
INSTRUMENTAL
ANIMAL !
The Edgar Winter Group's song Animal seems to describe a wild, primitive force that is present in all of us. The lyrics are metaphorical and use animal imagery to describe this force. The song starts with the description of an animal stalking someone's trail, followed by the reference to an unconformity outside someone's tail. This could be interpreted as the animalistic force inside us that is not conforming to the social norms.
The lyrics then describe the animal as being let loose, leaping and shrieking in delight. This could represent the instinctual desires breaking free from societal restraints. However, the animal is also described as being surrounded by people like the bars of a cage, indicating that despite the primal urges, we are still controlled by societal expectations.
The chorus repeats with the line "Some kind of animal" followed by "makes me feel like, makes love like, gonna die like." This indicates that the animalistic force in us is present in our emotions, sexuality, and mortality. The song ends with the repetition of the word "animal," emphasizing that the animal is a fundamental part of our being.
Line by Line Meaning
Some kind of animal is stalkin? your trail.
An unidentified presence is following and pursuing you relentlessly.
Some weird unconformity outside your tail.
A strange nonconformity outside the norm or expected pattern is causing trouble and confusion.
Bug Bear, Night Mare, Castles in the air,
Fears, anxieties, and unrealistic goals are causing distress.
I wonder if this game is fair.
There is doubt about the fairness of this situation.
Some kind of animal is loose in the night.
An unknown creature is roaming free in the darkness.
Leaping and shrieking in freakish delight.
The creature is expressing unusual and disturbing behavior.
Some kind of animal let out on the stage.
A wild and unrestrained entity has been unleashed for all to see.
But, surrounded by people like the bars of a cage.
Although surrounded by others, the creature's freedom is still restricted.
Some kind of animal - You make me feel like,
You awaken primal instincts in me, like an untamed beast.
Some kind of animal - Makes love like,
Passionate and wild, like the behaviors of an animal in heat.
Some kind of animal - Gonna die like,
It's uncertain whether this wild and free nature will ultimately lead to destruction.
Some kind of animal !!!
This untamed essence is undeniable and unmistakable.
Some kind of animal - You must feel like,
You too have an untamed nature lurking within you.
Some kind of animal - You make love like,
Your passion is as fervent and intense as the behaviors of a wild beast.
Some kind of animal - You?re gonna die like,
It's uncertain whether this passionate and wild nature will ultimately lead to destruction.
Some kind of animal !!!
This passionate and untamed behavior is undeniable and unmistakable.
Some kind of animal exists in us all.
Everyone has a primal nature that can be awakened.
Instinct awakens to it?s primitive call.
This untamed nature is triggered by basic and primal instincts.
Bug a Boo after you, look out now it?s comin? through .........
Anxiety and fear is always lurking and can strike at any moment.
I wonder if this dream is true???
Doubt and uncertainty surrounds this experience.
I wonder if it?s me or you???
Uncertainty about who is in control, you or the untamed creature within.
ANIMAL !
The wild and untamed aspect of ourselves that we cannot ignore.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: EDGAR WINTER
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