Galactic Cowboys were a heavy metal band based in Houston, Texas. They combined progressive metal with a style of vocals influenced by The Beatles and the heavy playing style of thrash bands such as Anthrax.
Galactic Cowboys was formed in 1989/1990 in Houston, Texas by bassist Monty Colvin and singer drummer Alan Doss, after being together in The Awful Truth. After that band broke up, they added singer Ben Huggins and guitarist Dane Sonnier. They tried to use the name Houston Astros but changed it to GC when they find out that one was taken.
In 1990, the band was signed to DGC and released their eponymous debut album in 1991. Despite some favorable criticism, the band was ignored by the label due to the success of Nirvana's Nevermind during that same time. After poor sales and some touring, they returned to the studio and released Space In Your Face in 1993. The album garnered some minor hits for the band with "If I Were A Killer" and "I Do What I Do", both of which received regular airplay at MTV and the now-defunct radio station ZROCK respectively. At this point, the band was dropped from DGC and guitarist Dane Sonnier left the band.
The band reorganized with Wally Farkas on guitars and a new deal with Metal Blade Records, and released their third album (Machine Fish) in 1996. That same year they also released an EP titled Feel The Rage that included some original songs, two covers and two live tracks. In 1997, they followed with The Horse That Bud Bought which was a minor departure into a toned-down style.
At this point, Alan Doss decided to leave the band to dedicate to other projects. However, they still worked together in the recording of their 1998 follow-up, At The End Of The Day. Erick Tatuaka was hired to fill in for Doss during their subsequent tour, but was not considered an official member of the band.
In 2000 the band announced the release of their last album titled Let It Go. The album included lead vocal contributions from all members. Even though former drummer Alan Doss did some backing vocals and worked with the mixing of the album, most of the drumming duties were handled by Jerry Gaskill (King's X), a good friend of the band.
As of 2006, the former members of the band continue to be active in the music scene.
Stress
The Galactic Cowboys Lyrics
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No one's home, the voice repeats
Kind hands wrapped around my neck
Sharp teeth biting in my back
Cold eyes burning laser beams
Oh! God, relieve me of this STRESS
Don't want this mess, I must confess
I hate this stress
The more I work, the less I make
The less I learn, the more you take
Small lips telling big huge lies
White sores growing in my mouth
Red blood pouring from my heart
Oh! God, relieve me of this STRESS
I'm not your property, come on and set me free
Don't want this mess, I must confess
I hate this stress
The Galactic Cowboys's "Stress" is a powerful song that depicts the many facets of anxiety and stress. The opening lines, "No one calls unless I leave, No one's home, the voice repeats," refer to the feelings of isolation and loneliness that can accompany stress. The lack of communication and support from others can leave an individual feeling powerless and overwhelmed.
The lyrics continue to describe the physical and emotional toll that stress takes on a person. The lines, "Kind hands wrapped around my neck, Sharp teeth biting in my back, Cold eyes burning laser beams," illustrate the feeling of being suffocated and attacked from all angles. The chorus, "Oh! God, relieve me of this STRESS" is a desperate plea for relief and release from the constant pressure and burden of stress.
The second verse highlights the overwhelming nature of stress and the impact it has on one's ability to function effectively. "A list from A to Z, this is too much for me, Don't want this mess, I must confess, I hate this stress" describes the feeling of being overwhelmed by the sheer number of tasks and responsibilities that need to be managed. The stress can become all-consuming, leading to a sense of helplessness and frustration.
Overall, "Stress" is an emotionally charged song that captures the pain and struggle of living with incessant stress. The powerful lyrics and haunting melody resonate with anyone who has experienced the debilitating effects of stress.
Line by Line Meaning
No one calls unless I leave
I feel isolated and unimportant, as no one reaches out to me unless I make the effort to reach out to them first.
No one's home, the voice repeats
Even when I do make an effort to reach out to people, I often feel rejected or ignored.
Kind hands wrapped around my neck
I feel suffocated and overwhelmed by the pressure and expectations placed on me by others.
Sharp teeth biting in my back
I feel attacked and criticized behind my back, which adds to my stress levels.
Cold eyes burning laser beams
I feel scrutinized and judged by others, causing me to feel self-conscious and anxious.
Oh! God, relieve me of this STRESS
I am desperately seeking relief from the overwhelming weight of stress in my life.
A list from A to Z, this is too much for me
I am juggling too many responsibilities and obligations, which is causing me to feel overwhelmed.
Don't want this mess, I must confess
I am acknowledging that the current state of my life is causing me immense distress and I want relief from it.
I hate this stress
I have a deep dislike and aversion to the constant stress that I am experiencing.
The more I work, the less I make
I am feeling underappreciated and undervalued despite my hard work and effort.
The less I learn, the more you take
I feel like I am not progressing or growing, while others are profiting or benefiting from my efforts.
Small lips telling big huge lies
I am dealing with dishonest and deceitful people, which is undermining my trust and adding to my stress.
White sores growing in my mouth
I am experiencing physical symptoms of stress, such as canker sores, which are indicative of my current state of mental anguish.
Red blood pouring from my heart
I am feeling emotionally drained and possibly even heartbroken due to the immense pressure and stress in my life.
I'm not your property, come on and set me free
I am feeling trapped and controlled by others, and am looking for a way to break free from this cycle of stress and obligation.
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