The bands debut album released in 1992 and produced by Beau Hill, received amazing respons from the world's leading hardrock press, media and magazines, and is by many rated as one of the finest hardrock releases released in the 90's.
'Waiting For The Sun' the title for the bands latest studio album is proof that the band still is in the very forefront of the melodic rock scene today.
The band is today a three piece with Bruce Gowdy, Kelly Hansen and Jay Schellan. But the other UNRULY's is guesting on the new album and is still part of the UNRULY CHILD collective.
UNRULY CHILD is back and this time do they plan to stick around and defenetive with more albums to follow.
In 2010 Bruce Gowdy contacted Marcie Free to ask if she would be interested in reforming Unruly Child to record a new album for Frontiers Records out of Italy. She agreed and together again with all the original members, Bruce Gowdy (guitars), Guy Allsion (keyboards), Jay Schellen (drums), and Larry Antonino (bass guitar), they wrote and recorded "Worlds Collide" their brand new album for relase in October 2010.
Criminal
Unruly Child Lyrics
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You found me guilty, but I don't even know the crime
I'm in love, It's no lie
But you seem to have this notion that I'm cheating on the side
Oh... I don't understand
Now it's getting out of hand
Oh... well, I may not be a saint
Like a criminal
What did I do now
You got a lot of nerve
To be calling me a criminal
When you got no proof now
Look what you put me through
I think the criminal is you, yeah
You got no trust or sense of faith
You ought to know, baby, when you look me in the face
That my love could never stray
Don't you know your accusations gonna drive me away
Oh... I've been good to you
Like no one else could do
Oh... ask me where I've been
But you don't have to treat me
Like a criminal
What did I do now
You got a lot of nerve
To be calling me a criminal
Don't blame on me, baby
Just lay your weapon down
You don't know what you're saying
I think you've lost your mind
These dangerous games you're playing
Gonna get you some time, baby
Ooh, yeah, alright
Oh... well, I may not be a saint
But you don't have to treat me
Like a criminal
What did I do now
You got a lot of nerve
To be calling me a criminal
When you got no proof now
I wouldn't do that to you
'Cause I'm no criminal
Let's get the truth now
I've seen you looking around
And it's kinda hypocritical
To blame it on me, babe
So lay your weapon down
'Cause I'm no criminal, ooh, babe
Yeah, it's kinda hypocritical
To blame it on me, babe
So lay your weapon down
I'm no criminal
The song "Criminal" by Unruly Child speaks about a person who has been accused of doing wrong without any evidence or reason. The singer of the song is lamenting the fact that he or she has been convicted and is now serving time. However, the singer also expresses confusion as they are unaware of the crime they are being accused of. The song is not only about a lover's accusation and mistrust, but about unfair judgment in general.
The lyrics are an appeal from the singer to their partner, to not treat them like a criminal because they are not one. They remind their partner of the love they share and how the constant accusations and mistrust is slowly driving them away. The singer even goes on to suggest that perhaps their partner is the actual criminal, as they do not have any proof to back up their accusations. Ultimately, the song is about remaining faithful, honest, and not letting false accusations destroy a relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
I've been convicted, I'm doing time
I accept the punishment for a crime I didn't commit
You found me guilty, but I don't even know the crime
You accuse me of wrongdoing, but I'm unaware of what I've done
I'm in love, It's no lie
I truly feel love for you
But you seem to have this notion that I'm cheating on the side
You suspect me of infidelity without any evidence
Oh... I don't understand
I'm confused by your accusations
Now it's getting out of hand
Your accusations are becoming unreasonable
Oh... well, I may not be a saint
I acknowledge my imperfections
But you don't have to treat me Like a criminal
You should not accuse me without sufficient evidence
What did I do now
What have I done to deserve this accusation
You got a lot of nerve To be calling me a criminal
You're being unreasonable and unfair
When you got no proof now
You have no evidence to back up your claims
Look what you put me through
The accusations are causing me distress
I think the criminal is you, yeah
I blame you for causing me distress and unfairly accusing me
You got no trust or sense of faith
Your lack of trust and faith is evident
You ought to know, baby, when you look me in the face
You should be able to tell by looking at me that I am telling the truth
That my love could never stray
My love for you is steadfast
Don't you know your accusations gonna drive me away
Your constant accusations are making me want to leave
Oh... I've been good to you Like no one else could do
I have been a good partner to you
Ask me where I've been But you don't have to treat me
If you want to know more about my whereabouts, just ask. You don't have to accuse me of anything
Don't blame on me, baby Just lay your weapon down
Don't put the blame on me. Stop making baseless accusations
You don't know what you're saying
You're making accusations that have no basis
I think you've lost your mind
I believe you're acting irrationally
These dangerous games you're playing Gonna get you some time, baby
Your behavior is going to have consequences
I'm no criminal
I have done nothing wrong
Let's get the truth now
Let's resolve this misunderstanding and find the truth
I've seen you looking around
I have noticed your suspicious behavior as well
And it's kinda hypocritical To blame it on me, babe
It seems unfair that you're accusing me of something you're also doing
So lay your weapon down
Let's stop these baseless accusations and find a solution
Contributed by Arianna B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.