In 1997, Lucca took to the internet with his independent debut, So Satisfied. Having sold 2000 copies within a year, he then followed that up with the 1999 release, Strong Words, Softly Spoken. With only the internet and constant touring, Lucca went on to sell a total of 10,000 records in just a few short years. After garnering the 2001 LA Music Award for best male singer/songwriter, Tony Lucca had created quite a buzz with industry insiders and managed to take to the road opening for recording mega stars like *NSync and Marc Anthony, sharing the stage with a diverse array of artists such as Macy Gray, Johnny Lang, and the late great Chris Whitley.
After several years of indy perseverance, Lucca released his first commercially distributed album in 2004. Shotgun, the consummate road trip record, takes the listener for a ride.
In 2005, Lucca released Anatomy of a Blackbird, a live concert dvd with a close-up, behind the scenes look at life on the road during his 2004 California tour. The documentary and 12 song set give an honest glimpse into the world of an artist hard at work and enjoying every minute of it.
August of 2006 ushered in the release of Lucca's 4th full length studio effort, Canyon Songs. This collection of songs was written and recorded entirely up in the canyons of Los Angeles. Canyon Songs is an homage to the thriving singer/songwriter spirit of the late 60's and early 70's that took Laurel Cayon out of it's mystical obscurity and placed it right dead smack in the middle of mainstream poular music. From the Joni Mitchell-laced "Songbird" to the Eagles-like "Darlin' I" Lucca reveals his earliest influences with the kind of maturity and respect that only comes with time. It's here that Lucca expresses his appreciation for song in a way that seems to be absent in so much of today's contemporary music.
The consummate live performer, Lucca has etched out an extensive national following. From the folk-friendly venues of the lower East side, to the hype-crazed clubs on the Sunset Strip, and with the help of a national street team of close to 1000 devoted listeners, Tony Lucca has made a rather impressive name for himself as an artist not to be missed
Shotgun
Tony Lucca Lyrics
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Morning's just outside
Had 'bout all I can bear
September turnpike painted
Orange, red and rusty gold
And Good Old Glory everywhere
This could be forever
Never say never
Nevermind right now
Can't you see, can't you see?
In love, alive you've got me now
Can't you see, can't you see?
In love, alive you've got me now
Tears don't need permission
Best let 'em fall by the wayside
Girl, you know no one could compare
Meet me in New York, baby
From there we could drive away
Sharing our shotgun love and care
This could be forever
This could be for now
Never say never
Nevermind right now
Can't you see, can't you see?
In love, alive you've got me now
Can't you see, can't you see?
In love, alive you've got me now
I say we hit the cruise control
Put the seat back, let it down
Blow a kiss and soothe my soul
You soothe my soul
Can't you see, can't you see?
In love, alive you've got me now
Can't you see, can't you see?
In love, alive you've got me now
In love, alive. My baby, so alive.
You got me now, you got me now, you got me now
In love, alive. My baby, so alive.
You got me now, you got me now, you got me now
Can't you see?
The song "Shotgun" by Tony Lucca speaks about love and freedom. In the beginning verses, the singer talks about how he cannot sleep and is waiting for the morning with September turnpike painted in the colors of autumn leaves. The patriotic colors of Good Old Glory are everywhere, possibly indicating that the story is set in the United States. The singer tells his lover that they have a chance for a lifetime of love or just for the present moment, and they shouldn't waste it. He urges her to show him that she loves him, and he is alive because of that love.
The chorus marks the intensity of his feelings, where he asks his lover if she can see that he is alive because of her love. In the next verse, the singer says that they can cry together, which makes their love brighter. He invites her to New York, where they'll drive away together, from everything and everyone, to go where their love takes them. The song then moves to a soothing vibe, where he tells his lover that she soothes his soul. At the end of the song, he thanks and praises his lover for making him feel alive with her love.
Line by Line Meaning
No use in sleepin'
Sleeping is pointless as morning is just around the corner
Morning's just outside
Morning is imminent
Had 'bout all I can bear
Feeling overwhelmed and at one's limit
September turnpike painted
The landscape is painted with autumnal colours
Orange, red and rusty gold
The colours of autumn have painted the landscape
And Good Old Glory everywhere
The American flag is seen in many places
This could be forever
The love between the two people could last forever
This could be for now
The love between the two people could only last for a short time
Never say never
Anything is possible, so don't rule out any outcomes
Nevermind right now
Don't worry about the present moment, focus on the future
Can't you see, can't you see?
Asking the person to open their eyes and realise
In love, alive you've got me now
The person is deeply in love and feels alive
Tears don't need permission
It's okay to cry without needing anyone's permission
Best let 'em fall by the wayside
Let the tears fall without interfering with someone's life
Girl, you know no one could compare
No one else can compare to the love he has for this person
Meet me in New York, baby
Meeting point is in New York City
From there we could drive away
Driving away to anywhere they want from New York City
Sharing our shotgun love and care
Sharing their love and taking care of each other
I say we hit the cruise control
Taking it easy and letting things flow
Put the seat back, let it down
Relaxing and enjoying the moment
Blow a kiss and soothe my soul
Feeling comfort and love from their actions
You soothe my soul
Being with this person brings peace to his mind and heart
In love, alive. My baby, so alive.
Feeling completely in love and alive in the presence of this person
You got me now, you got me now, you got me now
Being fully committed to the person and feeling owned by them
Can't you see?
Asking the person to understand and recognise the love they share
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: BRUCE SMITH, JAIME MORGAN, SEAN OLIVER
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