The Roaming Soldiers are a raw rock, soul, blues, americana, and jam band. … Read Full Bio ↴The Roaming Soldiers are a raw rock, soul, blues, americana, and jam band. The band is busy promoting their 2009 six song E.P. "Shine Bird Shine". The album is downloadable on iTunes and available for listen on TouchTunes in bars across the U.S. The band originated in Denton, Texas but has expanded with new musicians coming from Dallas, Arlington, and Denton. Now based in Dallas with new members, new inspirations and a new name we have found ourselves stronger then ever. Having played many Music Festivals, SXSW 2010, regular touring and multiple local showcases the Roaming Soldiers are forming a strong following.

Band Members:

David George - Vocals
Jesse Anderson - Vocals
Bo Kjorvestad - Bass

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PRESS

“I love this album.... these guys will be talked about over whiskey...They're legit.”
SteveDaveToddMark - iTunes Customer Reviews

“Texas based Rock / Americana / Southern Rock group unleash this new six track EP Shine Bird Shine, and what a great Ep it is...everything about this Ep really is from the very top draw...the songs are brilliant...Hopefully these guys will manage to get some dates over on this side of the pond... ”
Barry Gennard of Glitzine online Music Magazine - Sinister Angel Realm: The Roaming Soldiers

“...there is no doubt that the lyrics drives this band and is very evident in "Dancing Shoes". Makes you wonder how much of their real life experiences are written in their music? Good music is always written from the heart and SBS (Shine Bird Shine) is filled with blues, heart and soul. ”
Michael Insuaste - JAM Magazine Online

“This music is right in line with the music traditions here in the south from when Lynyrd Skynyrd and The Allman Brothers first got their start... I think Southern fans would love them a lot if not already.”
Kimberly James - Review @ Sign Me To RoadRunner Records

“Real genuine southern rock sound, hard to find a sound like this. The lead guitarist is killer...you guys are great!”
Erin Hancock - Review @ Sign Me To RoadRunner Records

“Great songs from a new group on iTunes. Vocals and guitar are top shelf. Love the tone... Roaming Soldiers R.O.C.K.”
JTHiggs - iTunes Customer Reviews

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Shotgun
The Roaming Soldiers Lyrics

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I've been up, down and I'm ready to ride
I've been a long hair hippie with a pistol on my side
Fall back just to do it again
I keep a rider when I'm sleeping
In case she's foe instead of friend

Shouldn't have missed me the first time
Now I'm coming with the red eye

I've been down in the back of the room
Behind your murderous lies
I'm back with the hound dogs of hell
Keep on running and I'm on your trail
I don't give a damn what you gonna say
We're not gonna see the light

Chorus
Ride on
Till your singing through the day
No I'm not a criminal
I've never been a saint
You cross my brother or my lover
And I'll show you what it means
To be my papa's son
I'm gonna run and get my shotgun

You think you're living the good life
You hide your demons and I shine mine
That don't make it right for you to judge
I'm not gonna see the light
You take a look at my blood line
Try to find my criminal mind
I don't give a damn what you gonna say
We're all gonna die tonight

Chorus

No I'm not a criminal
From the day that I am born
You're gonna see where I'm from
I made it back from hell
Just to find you again
You better listen
This ain't no easy way to live
But we rise again
On the other side
You're gonna find your ride
Aaaaaah son

Chorus

Overall Meaning

The song "Shotgun" by The Roaming Soldiers is a powerful rock anthem filled with bravado and determination. The lyrics speak of a person who has been through ups and downs in life and is ready to face any challenge that comes their way. The opening line "I've been up, down and I'm ready to ride" sets the tone for the rest of the song. The person has been a hippie with a pistol on their side and has fallen back only to rise again. They speak of keeping a shotgun by their side in case they encounter an enemy in their sleep.

The lyrics continue to describe the person's determination to seek revenge on those who have wronged them. They speak of being back with the hound dogs of hell, chasing after those who have committed murders and have tried to hide behind their lies. The chorus is a powerful call to action, urging the listener to keep on riding until they can't ride anymore. The song ends with a warning to those who would cross the person's brother or lover, as they will show them what it means to be their papa's son.

Overall, "Shotgun" is a song about defiance, strength, and the will to overcome any obstacle that comes one's way. It's a powerful rock anthem that encourages listeners to stand up for what they believe in and fight for what's right.

Line by Line Meaning

I've been up, down and I'm ready to ride
I have experienced both good and bad times and I am now prepared to move forward.

I've been a long hair hippie with a pistol on my side
I have had various appearances and ways of living, including the hippie lifestyle mixed with a readiness to protect myself.

Fall back just to do it again
I have encountered obstacles but have gotten back up to keep moving forward.

I keep a rider when I'm sleeping In case she's foe instead of friend
I have a weapon close by when I sleep, in case someone I thought was a friend or ally becomes an adversary.

Shouldn't have missed me the first time Now I'm coming with the red eye
If someone has underestimated me before, they should not do so again, as I am now coming with full force and energy.

I've been down in the back of the room Behind your murderous lies
I have witnessed deceitful and harmful behavior from others while remaining in a hidden position.

I'm back with the hound dogs of hell Keep on running and I'm on your trail
I have returned with a group of fierce individuals who will not rest until we catch those who have done wrong and hold them accountable.

I don't give a damn what you gonna say We're not gonna see the light
I am not concerned with others' opinions and do not believe things will end positively.

Ride on Till your singing through the day No I'm not a criminal I've never been a saint
Continue moving forward in life with a positive attitude, regardless of past mistakes and imperfections.

You cross my brother or my lover And I'll show you what it means To be my papa's son I'm gonna run and get my shotgun
If anyone harms my loved ones, I will defend them with great force and determination, as it is part of my family's nature.

You think you're living the good life You hide your demons and I shine mine
Do not assume that you are the only one living well, as everyone has inner struggles.

That don't make it right for you to judge I'm not gonna see the light
Just because we all have personal demons does not give anyone the right to judge others, and I do not believe things will end positively.

You take a look at my blood line Try to find my criminal mind
Do not assume things about me based on my family history, as I do not have a criminal mind.

From the day that I am born You're gonna see where I'm from I made it back from hell Just to find you again
My background and origins have influenced who I am as a person, and I have overcome difficult times in order to seek out someone specific again.

You better listen This ain't no easy way to live But we rise again On the other side You're gonna find your ride Aaaaaah son
Life is not easy, but we will persevere and find success in the end. You will find your own path and success if you listen and keep going.

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