"From the prairie city of Saskatoon, Canada come the Sheepdogs, 4 young gentlemen who revel in the joy of rock n roll so wholeheartedly, it's downright contagious. Sporting the long-haired looks of their musical forefathers, the lads make the most of their 2 guitars, bass and drums combo. Soulful vocalizations, everybody harmonizing, old-school guitar chops winding, riffing and chiming, and a grooving rhythm section that keeps it all going. Having already cemented their reputation as dynamic performers in their hometown, the Sheepdogs now turn their attention to spreading their affection for rock n roll cross-country. They have spent the last year covering the great white north, playing from Vancouver island to Montreal. They have played festivals, headlined a bill during 2007's Junofest, opened for the likes of Matt Mays and el Torpedo, and performed before thousands at 2006's Saskatoon Centennial Celebration. In January 2007 they released their debut LP Trying to Grow, a collection of guitar-driven originals that recall classic rockers like the Stones, CCR, and the Kinks. The album's title-track was featured in a province-wide campaign in their native Saskatchewan. Early 2008 has already seen the completion of their follow-up album, which mixes elements of southern rock and moody soul with gleeful straight-forward rockers. Once again, the boys are hitting the road, spreading their rock n roll revival to the rest of Canada."
-Bill Shakespeare, August 2007
Band Lineup:
Ewan Currie - lead vocals, guitar
Leot Hanson - backing vocals, guitar
Ryan Gullen - backing vocals, bass
Sam Corbett - backing vocals, drums
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Greedy Man
The Sheepdogs Lyrics
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And nothing gets in my way
I got so many unborn people
That I got to talk to today
I fought a thousand man at one time (?)
Got stacks of bottles off both of mine (?)
That's how I roll son
I don't feel too good when I'm alone
Hey, get out of my way
Yes, I'm the greedy man
The greedy man
Ya, I take my sweet time
Nothing fucks with my steeze
I got wife, girlfriend and lovers
They're saying yes, I'm saying please
I'll cast another one down the line
I'm one of the baddest motherfuckers off all time
Well, that's how I roll son
Hey, get out of my way
I don't feel too good when I'm alone
Hey, get out of my way
Yes, I'm the greedy man
The greedy man
Hey, get out of my way
I don't feel too good when I'm alone
Hey, get out of my way
Yes, I'm the greedy man
The greedy man, greedy man, greedy man
The lyrics of "Greedy Man" by The Sheepdogs are an exploration of the character of a man who relentlessly pursues his own satisfaction and is devoid of empathy or concern for others. The singer of the song is this character, who boasts about his ability to get whatever he wants, regardless of the cost or consequences. He is portrayed as a ruthless and selfish individual who will stop at nothing in his quest for pleasure and power, even if it means stepping on others to get there. The chorus of the song reiterates the character's selfishness and disregard for others, as he demands that people get out of his way, emphasizing his own importance and status as the "greedy man".
The first verse sets the tone for the rest of the song, with the singer bragging about his ability to overcome any obstacle in his path to get what he wants. He claims to have "fought a thousand man at one time" and to have "got stacks of bottles off both of mine", indicating that he is a tough and formidable opponent who always comes out on top. The second verse delves deeper into the character's personal life, revealing that he has multiple partners and is constantly seeking new conquests. He is described as casting aside lovers like they are disposable objects, and revels in his status as a "baddest motherfucker off all time".
Overall, "Greedy Man" is a scathing critique of the type of person who values their own desires above all else and is willing to sacrifice others to achieve them. The song's lyrics paint a vivid picture of a sociopathic individual who is completely lacking in empathy or compassion, and who uses his power and influence to manipulate those around him for personal gain.
Line by Line Meaning
Ya, I get what I want
I always get what I want, without any obstacles.
And nothing gets in my way
I never let anything hinder me from getting what I want.
I got so many unborn people
I have many people waiting for my attention or a response.
That I got to talk to today
...that I need to attend to right away.
I fought a thousand man at one time (?)
I've faced and defeated countless challenges and enemies.
Got stacks of bottles off both of mine (?)
I have so much that I can't even keep track of what I have.
That's how I roll son
That's how I operate and how I will always be.
Ya, I take my sweet time
I do things at my own pace, without any regard for others.
Nothing fucks with my steeze
Nothing disrupts my sense of style or coolness.
I got wife, girlfriend and lovers
I have multiple partners that I string along and play with.
They're saying yes, I'm saying please
I manipulate and control my partners to do what I want, even if it's not in their best interest.
I'll cast another one down the line
I have no loyalty towards my partners and will easily replace them with someone else.
I'm one of the baddest motherfuckers off all time
I view myself as one of the greatest and most powerful people to ever exist.
Hey, get out of my way
I demand that people move out of my path and give me what I want.
I don't feel too good when I'm alone
I need constant attention and validation from others to feel good about myself.
Yes, I'm the greedy man
I am selfish and only care about myself and my own desires.
Greedy man, greedy man, greedy man
I am continuously obsessed with getting more and more for myself without caring about anyone else.
Contributed by Charlotte D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.