With ba… Read Full Bio ↴Robert Cray is an American blues guitarist, composer and singer.
With bassist Richard Cousins, keyboardist Peter Boe and drummer Tom Murphy, they launched The Robert Cray Band in 1980 with "Who's Been Talkin". The album was recorded during constant touring in the U.S. in 1978. The record was initially shelved for two years, being eventually issued by the short-lived Tomato label (whose licence was picked up by "Atlantic Records" (U.S.) and "Charly" in the UK.
After several years of regional success, Cray was signed to Mercury in 1982. It was the connection with the producing and songwriting team of Bruce Bromberg and Dennis Walker at Hightone that helped to create the mold-breaking music of "Bad Influence" (1983) and "False Accusations" (1985).
In 1984, The Robert Cray Band completed their first European tour to critical acclaim. Cray's participation with Albert Collins and Johnny Copeland on "Showdown!" (1985, Alligator) and the 1986 album release, "Strong Persuader", again produced by Walker, both received Grammy Awards, while the crossover single "Smoking Gun" gave him wider appeal and name recognition. During 1986 Cray played 170 concerts, including his seventh European tour since 1984, building on his increasing reputation in the UK.
The Robert Cray Band's next album "Don't Be Afraid of the Dark" (1988) was recorded in Los Angeles, California, and featured David Sanborn on guest saxophone. The title song from the album won Cray his third Grammy, and he guested on Eric Clapton's "Journeyman", whilst also being on the bill at Clapton's eighteen show marathon at the Royal Albert Hall in London. In 1991 Cray was selected to present Howlin' Wolf's induction trophy to Wolf's widow, Lilly Burnett, at the sixth annual "Rock and Roll Hall of Fame" Awards. Later that year Cray took part in the "Newport Jazz Festival" with B. B. King and John Lee Hooker.
Cray issued his following records under his own name, Robert Cray
March On
The Robert Cray Band Lyrics
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And there's nothing that you can do
March on
Yeah, you march on
You march on
Yeah, you march on
Yeah, you do
Times are tough
I know you've had enough
Thought many times about giving up
Don't give up
That's for losers and quitters
Everybody's money
Is getting thinner
March on
(All you got to do)
Yeah, you march on
You march on
(All you got to do)
Yeah, you march on
Tell you how to do it
Put your foot down
One in front of the other
Walk, walk, walk
Oh yeah, yeah, yeah
March on
(All you got to do)
Yeah, you march on
Oh, you march on
(All you got to do)
Yeah, you march on
Yeah you do
When your love one turns a back on you
You've spent years being the fool
Tried so hard, but you're tired and your wasted
You need a new love, you can almost taste it
You march on
(All you got to do)
Yeah, you, yeah, yeah
Find yourself a love, of your own
(All you got to do)
Yeah, you, oh,
Yeah, you march on
(All you got to do)
Put your foot down
Find yourself a new love
(All you got to do)
Yeah, yeah, yeah
Yeah, you march on
(All you got to do)
March on, yeah, yeah
Yeah, yeah, yeah
The Robert Cray Band's "March On" is a motivational song about persisting through tough times. The lyrics begin by describing a situation in which every trouble seems to have gotten the best of the singer's subject, and he feels powerless to do anything about it. Despite this feeling of powerlessness, however, the song's chorus implores the listener to "march on" - to keep moving forward and not give up. The second verse speaks to the listener's weariness in the face of difficult circumstances, but insists that giving up is for "losers and quitters."
The subsequent lines of the song offer advice on how to keep moving forward, telling the listener to put their foot down and take one step at a time. The bridge describes a situation in which the listener's loved one has betrayed them, leaving them feeling like a fool. Again, the chorus offers advice to "march on" and find a new love, while the repeated "yeah, yeah, yeah" at the end of the song functions as an uplifting, encouraging refrain.
"March On" is an inspiring and motivating song that encourages listeners to persevere through tough times. The song's message is simple but powerful, relying on repetition and a catchy melody to make its point. The song's lyrics are accessible, speaking to universal experiences of hardship and frustration. Ultimately, "March On" is a call-to-action that urges listeners not to give up, no matter how difficult things may seem.
Line by Line Meaning
Every trouble's got the best of you
You've been overwhelmed by all of the problems you've been facing
And there's nothing that you can do
You feel powerless to make things better
Times are tough
Things are difficult and challenging right now
I know you've had enough
You're feeling worn out and fed up with everything that's going on
Thought many times about giving up
You've considered quitting because it all seems too hard
Don't give up
Giving up is not the solution
That's for losers and quitters
Only people who lack perseverance and determination give up
Everybody's money
Everyone is struggling financially
Is getting thinner
Money is becoming increasingly scarce
Tell you how to do it
Here's some advice on what to do
Put your foot down
Take action and make a decision to move forward
One in front of the other
Take small steps and keep moving ahead
Walk, walk, walk
Keep going and don't stop
When your love one turns a back on you
When someone you love abandons you
You've spent years being the fool
You've been taken advantage of or made to look stupid
Tried so hard, but you're tired and your wasted
You've given your all but it doesn't seem to have made a difference
You need a new love, you can almost taste it
You long for a new relationship that will offer you something better
Find yourself a love, of your own
Find someone who will love you for who you are
Put your foot down
Take action to find and pursue a new relationship
Yeah, you march on
Keep moving forward and don't give up
March on
Keep making progress and don't let anything stop you
Contributed by Mateo L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Steacy783
Never had any thing to say negative about this Strat Man !!! Cheers always Robbie,,lol.
Bridie King
Love this song, it's so positive, and really love Robert Cray's vocals and the horn lines. ps it was a great honour to be in the support act on his Australian tour in 1987, wow to see him and the band from the wings was amazing
Daniel Ingram
A great song.
Lucas Elst
great song and so good
Brendan
Don't give up - that's for losers and quitters!