In 2005 Campbell released a solo album produced by Tor Hyams called "Two Sides of If", which features cover versions of his favourite blues tunes and one original blues song. Terry Bozzio plays drums on the album. ZZ Top's Billy Gibbons guests on two songs, and Joan Osborne on one other song.
He then joined Thin Lizzy in 2011-2012 and founded a Dio cover band named Last in Line with three other former members of the band.
Drive
Vivian Campbell Lyrics
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And I can't help but ask myself how much I'll let the fear
Take the wheel and steer
It's driven me before
And it seems to have a vague, haunting mass appeal
But lately I am beginning to find
That I should be the one behind the wheel
Whatever tomorrow brings
I'll be there with open arms and open eyes
Whatever tomorrow brings
I'll be there with open arms and open eyes
So if I decide to waiver my chance
To be one of the hive
Will I choose water over wine
And hold my own and drive?
It's driven me before
And it seems to be the way that everyone else gets around
But lately I am beginning to find
That when I drive myself my light is found
So whatever tomorrow brings
I'll be there with open arms and open eyes, yeh
Whatever tomorrow brings
I'll be there with open arms and open eyes
Would you kill the Queen to crush the hive?
Would you choose water over wine
Hold the wheel and drive?
The song "Drive" by Vivian Campbell is a powerful anthem about taking control of one's life and facing fears head on. The opening lines describe the fear of uncertainty and the question of how much control fear has over one's life. The idea of fear taking the wheel and steering is a metaphor for how fear can take over and guide one's decisions, but the singer realizes he wants to be in control and take the wheel himself.
The chorus repeats the phrase "Whatever tomorrow brings, I'll be there with open arms and open eyes" emphasizing the idea that the singer is ready to face whatever comes his way with a positive attitude and a willingness to take on challenges. The second verse poses the question of whether the singer will choose to be a part of the "hive" and follow the crowd or hold his own and drive. The metaphor of water over wine suggests choosing something more practical over something more indulgent, again emphasizing the importance of making practical choices.
The final verse asks a provocative question: "Would you kill the Queen to crush the hive?" This line suggests that the singer is willing to challenge the status quo and take risks to make his own path in life. The repetition of "hold the wheel and drive" throughout the song reinforces the theme of taking control and being in charge of one's life.
Line by Line Meaning
Sometimes, I feel the fear of uncertainty stinging clear
On occasions, I sense the anxiety of not knowing what could happen very strongly and it affects me
And I can't help but ask myself how much I'll let the fear Take the wheel and steer
I wonder how much the fear will take control of my actions
It's driven me before And it seems to have a vague, haunting mass appeal
Fear has controlled me in the past and it somehow attracts people to it, but it is not clear why
But lately I am beginning to find That I should be the one behind the wheel
Recently, I have realized that I should take control of my own actions
Whatever tomorrow brings I'll be there with open arms and open eyes
No matter what happens in the future, I will be ready to face it
So if I decide to waiver my chance To be one of the hive
In case I decide not to follow the crowd
Will I choose water over wine And hold my own and drive?
Will I choose the simpler path and stay true to myself, even if it's harder?
And it seems to be the way that everyone else gets around
Following the crowd seems to be the norm
That when I drive myself my light is found
When I take control of my life, I am able to find my own way
Would you kill the Queen to crush the hive?
Would you destroy the leader to dismantle the group?
Would you choose water over wine Hold the wheel and drive?
Would you take the harder path and seize control of your life?
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Written by: TODD RUNDGREN
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