In a modest rent house in the small East Texas town of Elkhart, Texas, Cody Cannon and Cody Tate began to write music, only dreaming of the success that is sure to follow. They began to incorporate the talent and imagination of friend and guitarist John Jeffers. At that time, they called themselves Lucky Southern, though they had only three members. As time passed, with their inspiration mounting, they moved to Tyler, Texas. There they met up with Jeff Hogg, a mutual friend and drummer from Palestine, Texas, and Gary Brown, a bass guitarist who had grown up in Neches, Texas. They came together and came to be known as Whiskey Myers.
Soon, the group was playing private parties on flatbed trailers in small towns around East Texas. The sound they emitted was something more unique than anyone had expected. From their first show in Montalba, Texas, a young Whiskey Myers was hooked on performing, and the crowds were hooked on them. In the spring of 2007, they were given the opportunity to open for Roger Creager at Gator’s Bar and Grill in Gun Barrel City, Texas. The club owner was so impressed by their performance and the crowd that had come to the stage that he asked them to come back the next weekend to open for The Eli Young Band. From then on, popularity for the band began to swell. They were heard on live stages all over East Texas, in interviews on local radio stations, and seen on television giving live interviews. Suddenly it seemed that the whole region knew who Whiskey Myers was, and everyone was becoming familiar with their high energy twin guitars, soulful vocals, and unstoppable rhythm.
Whiskey Myers’ musical style was forged from several different genres of music from several different eras. The most obvious of these are the blues rock jam bands such as Lynyrd Skynyrd, The Allman Brothers Band, and Led Zeppelin. Whiskey Myers takes the blues rock genre and mixes it with modern day Texas Country such as Reckless Kelly, Randy Rogers, and Cross Canadian Ragweed to derive a new sound that is sure to take concert listeners on an atmospheric roller coaster. With a sound like no other and a stage presence that captivates anyone close enough to notice, a live concert performed by this young band is something that must be seen to be believed.
The Tyler area has been instrumental in the development of Whiskey Myers from a group of musicians to a band. As the group continues to expand its fan base, new listeners all over Texas are beginning to recognize their talent. They continue to engulf listeners with their sound, ensuring that the name Whiskey Myers is one that will be remembered for ages to come.
Antioch
Whiskey Myers Lyrics
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His eyes are bloodshot
He's loaded and locked
Thumbing through revelation down at Antioch
Can't call the law 'cause the sheriff is his kin
And There'll be hell to pay when he comes stumbling in
Leave it alone
He used to beat her real good, I could hear the screams and yells
And that ain't something you can fix with JB Weld
I hate him so much even though I bear his name
I can't take him right now but one day that's gonna change
When I get grown
'Cause mama don't cry when daddy's gone
Hide the bruises and hide the scars
Hide your tears, hide who you are
Smile for the camera and pretend it's a happy home
I got in a little trouble on the day I turned sixteen
Got busted stealing cars at the Dairy Queen
They say I'm a product of my raising
Now I'm working for Uncle Sam
But how am I gonna be all I can be when I don't know who I am
And I'm alone
'Cause mama don't cry when daddy's gone
I'm getting stronger, I'm getting mean
I'm learning about killing I'm, learning 'bout me
I'm learning to survive out here in the sand
I'm thinking about mama, I'm thinking about recompense
So I carry on
'Cause mama don't cry when daddy's gone
Let the rain wash the blood away
Is the blood of the lamb really enough to save
Someone like me with everything that I've done wrong?
They got me in Coffield
I'm locked up tight
Guess I had a little blood lust from the Fallujah nights
I'm trapped in the wreckage standing in the flames
Wrapped up in something that was never gonna change
But then I came home
Now mama don't cry that daddy's gone
Then I came home
Now mama don't cry that daddy's gone
(Now daddy's gone)
The lyrics of "Antioch" by Whiskey Myers paint a raw and emotional portrait of a troubled individual grappling with a tumultuous past and a tumultuous present. The singer described in the song appears to be deeply scarred by the actions of their abusive father, who is depicted as a violent and destructive figure within the family. The imagery of bloodshot eyes, loaded gun, and references to past beatings and screams all evoke a sense of fear and trauma that the singer has had to endure.
The setting of Antioch serves as a backdrop to the singer's internal struggle, with the mention of the sheriff being kin implying that there is no safe haven or refuge for the singer within the confines of their own community. The lyrics poignantly capture the sense of helplessness and isolation that often accompanies domestic abuse, with the singer feeling unable to seek help due to familial ties and societal expectations.
As the song progresses, we see the singer grappling with their own identity and sense of self-worth in the face of a tumultuous upbringing. The references to stealing cars at sixteen and getting involved in destructive behavior suggest a sense of rebellion and confusion, with the singer feeling lost and adrift in a world that seems to offer little guidance or support.
The final verses of the song depict a sense of reckoning and redemption, as the singer reflects on their past actions and the consequences of their choices. The imagery of being trapped in wreckage and standing in flames can be interpreted as a metaphor for the internal turmoil and self-destructive patterns that the singer has been caught up in. However, there is a glimmer of hope in the resolution of the song, as the singer acknowledges the need to move forward and make amends, finding solace in the thought that their mother no longer has to cry now that their father is gone. The song conveys a powerful message about resilience, forgiveness, and the enduring strength of familial ties even in the face of adversity.
Line by Line Meaning
His eyes are bloodshot
He is exhausted and filled with emotion
He's loaded and locked
He is heavily armed and prepared
Thumbing through revelation down at Antioch
Reflecting on personal truths at Antioch
Can't call the law 'cause the sheriff is his kin
Unable to seek help due to family ties with the sheriff
And There'll be hell to pay when he comes stumbling in
Anticipating consequences when he returns
Leave it alone
Let it be
'Cause Mama don't cry when daddy's gone
Mother remains strong despite father's absence
Hide the bruises and hide the scars
Conceal the pain and suffering
Hide your tears, hide who you are
Suppress emotions and true self
Smile for the camera and pretend it's a happy home
Put on a facade for appearances
I got in a little trouble on the day I turned sixteen
Got into trouble on a milestone birthday
Got busted stealing cars at the Dairy Queen
Caught stealing cars as a teenager
They say I'm a product of my raising
Blamed for actions due to upbringing
Now I'm working for Uncle Sam
Serving in the military
But how am I gonna be all I can be when I don't know who I am
Struggling with identity and purpose
Hide the bruises and hide the scars
Conceal the pain and suffering
I got in a little trouble on the day I turned sixteen
Got into trouble on a milestone birthday
I'm getting stronger, I'm getting mean
Becoming tougher and more aggressive
I'm learning about killing I'm, learning 'bout me
Exploring dark aspects of oneself
I'm thinking about mama, I'm thinking about recompense
Considering mother's sacrifice and justice
So I carry on
Continuing despite challenges
Let the rain wash the blood away
Seeking cleansing and redemption
Is the blood of the lamb really enough to save
Questioning salvation and forgiveness
Someone like me with everything that I've done wrong?
Doubting redemption despite past mistakes
But then I came home
Returning from a difficult experience
Now mama don't cry that daddy's gone
Mother remains strong despite father's absence
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: CODY BRYAN CANNON
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