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.
The Wolf
Whiskey Myers Lyrics
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Time to make some money, everything's gon' be alright
They try to hold me down but can't nothing last forever
I feel it in my bones there's a change in the weather
Put me back in the saddle, out on the road
This way I make a living is the only way I know
You're messing with some forces that your mind can't comprehend
I done been to the bottom, I ain't going back again
So who in the hell you think you're playing with now
You done fucked around and let the wolf out
And I'll be prowling while you sleep
You're playing for fun, I'm playing to eat
I've done rattled through a tempest, I've done rocked through the storm
These scars that I bear are hard earned and battle worn
They're from crawling and scratching the whole damn way
Everything that you see is uncut and self made
'Cause I was born a rebel doing battle with the devil
How the hell you gonna stop me when you ain't on my level
You ain't seen the things I've seen or done the things I've done
All just to survive another trip around the sun
So who in the hell you think you're playing with now
You done fucked around and let the wolf out
And I'll be prowling while you sleep
You're playing for fun, I'm playing to eat
'Cause I'm the type that creeps when the night wind moans
When the pale moon shines, when you're scared and alone
I'll be on the hunt while you are fast asleep
I'm rough around the edges and long in the teeth
So come on show me what you got, you dancing with a juggernaut
I done had to fight for every last damn thing I got
I don't care about your feelings or if you understand me
All these things that I do, I do to feed my family
So who in the hell you think you're playing with now
You done fucked around and let the wolf out
And I'll be prowling while you sleep
You're playing for fun, I'm playing to eat
It's about time the world feels me now
'Cause y'all fucked around and let this wolf out
And I'll be prowling so stay asleep
Keep playing for fun'cause I'm playing to eat
I'm playing to eat
"The Wolf" by Whiskey Myers is a powerful and raw anthem that delves into the mindset and determination of a resilient individual who is driven to succeed against all odds. The lyrics speak to the singer's unwavering determination and resilience, as well as their willingness to do whatever it takes to provide for their loved ones.
The song opens with the singer saying goodbye to their wife and preparing to go out and make a living. They emphasize that no matter what obstacles are thrown their way, nothing can hold them down forever. They have a strong intuition that a change is coming, and they are eager to get back on the road and do what they know best.
The chorus portrays a sense of dominance and superiority. The singer asks who the other person thinks they are playing with, as they have unleashed the wolf within them. While the other person may be playing for fun or not taking life seriously, the singer is playing to survive and thrive. They have experienced hardships and challenges, evident in their battle scars, but they have overcome them and are ready to face any obstacle.
The second verse further emphasizes the singer's rebellious nature and their relentless pursuit of success. They have been through trials and tribulations and have fought against the devil himself. The singer challenges anyone who thinks they can stop them, asserting that they have experienced things and accomplished feats that others can't comprehend. Their resilience comes from a deep need to survive and take care of their family.
In the final verse, the singer refers to themselves as a wolf, symbolizing their predatory nature and their ability to silently and steadily pursue their goals. They emphasize their rough edges and their fierce determination, inviting others to show them what they've got. The singer doesn't care about others' opinions or feelings; they are solely focused on providing for their family. The song ends with a powerful declaration that it's about time the world recognizes their strength and determination.
Line by Line Meaning
Yeah, I kiss my wife goodbye, howl at the moonlight
I bid farewell to my wife, embracing the freedom of the night as I express my primal nature
Time to make some money, everything's gon' be alright
Now it's time to work hard, knowing that prosperity will follow
They try to hold me down but can't nothing last forever
Despite attempts to restrain me, nothing can suppress my spirit indefinitely
I feel it in my bones there's a change in the weather
Deep down, I sense a significant shift in the circumstances ahead
Put me back in the saddle, out on the road
Allow me to return to my familiar lifestyle, constantly traveling and performing
This way I make a living is the only way I know
The path of earning a livelihood through music is the sole method I am acquainted with
You're messing with some forces that your mind can't comprehend
You are engaging with powers beyond your understanding
I done been to the bottom, I ain't going back again
Having already hit rock bottom, I refuse to revisit that despairing state
So who in the hell you think you're playing with now
Who do you believe you're toying with at this moment
You done fucked around and let the wolf out
Your recklessness has unleashed my untamed and predatory nature
And I'll be prowling while you sleep
I will roam and seek opportunities while you rest unaware
You're playing for fun, I'm playing to eat
You engage in activities leisurely, while I relentlessly pursue sustenance
I've done rattled through a tempest, I've done rocked through the storm
I have bravely endured turbulent trials and persevered amidst the chaos
These scars that I bear are hard earned and battle worn
The wounds I visibly carry are the testament of my arduous battles
They're from crawling and scratching the whole damn way
They originate from my persistent struggle and determination throughout the entire journey
Everything that you see is uncut and self made
All that you witness has been achieved without shortcuts, purely created by my own efforts
'Cause I was born a rebel doing battle with the devil
Because inherently I possess a rebellious nature, constantly fighting against malevolent forces
How the hell you gonna stop me when you ain't on my level
It is impossible for you to impede my progress as you lack the necessary capabilities
You ain't seen the things I've seen or done the things I've done
You haven't witnessed the experiences I've had or accomplished the feats I've achieved
All just to survive another trip around the sun
Every endeavor undertaken solely to endure another year on this planet
I'm rough around the edges and long in the teeth
I possess a rugged demeanor and have endured the passage of time
So come on show me what you got, you dancing with a juggernaut
Display your abilities, for you are engaging with an unstoppable force
I done had to fight for every last damn thing I got
I have had to struggle relentlessly to acquire every single thing I possess
I don't care about your feelings or if you understand me
I am indifferent towards your emotions or your comprehension of my actions
All these things that I do, I do to feed my family
All the actions I undertake are solely for the purpose of providing for my loved ones
It's about time the world feels me now
The world ought to finally recognize and sense my presence
'Cause y'all fucked around and let this wolf out
Due to your foolish actions, you have unleashed this untamed beast
And I'll be prowling so stay asleep
I will explore and stalk my opportunities, so remain asleep and unaware
Keep playing for fun'cause I'm playing to eat
You may engage in activities merely for enjoyment, but I relentlessly pursue survival
I'm playing to eat
My intentions revolve around securing sustenance
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: CODY BRYAN CANNON
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@Steel_string1
Yeah, I kiss my wife goodbye howl at the moonlight
Time to make some money everything's gonna be alright
They tried to hold me down but can't nothing last forever
I feel it in my bones there's a change in the weather
Put me back in the saddle out on the road this way I make a living
Is the only way I know
You're messing with some forces that your mind can't comprehend
I've done been to the bottom I ain't going back again
So who in the hell you think you're playing with now
You done fucked around and let the wolf out
And I'll be prowling while you sleep
You're playing for fun I'm playing to eat
I've done rattled through a tempest, I've done rocked through the storm
These scars that I bear are hard earned and battle worn
They're from crawling and scratching the whole damn way
Everything that you see is uncut and self-made
'Cause I was born a rebel doing battle with the Devil
How the hell you gonna stop me when you ain't on my level
You ain't seen the things I've seen or done the things I've done
All just to survive another trip around the sun
So who in the hell you think you're playing with now
You done fucked around and let the wolf out
And I'll be prowling while you sleep
You're playing for fun I'm playing to eat
'Cause I'm the type that creeps when the night wind moans
When the pale moon shines
When you're scared and alone
I'll be on the hunt while you are fast asleep
I'm rough around the edges and long in the teeth
So come on show me what you got
You dancing with a juggernaut
I done had to fight for every last damn thing I got
I don't care about your feelings or if you understand me
All these things that I do I do to feed my family
So who in the hell you think you're playing with now
You done fucked around and let the wolf out
And I'll be prowling while you sleep
You're playing for fun I'm playing to eat
It's about time the world feels me now
'Cause y'all fucked around and let this wolf out
And I'll be prowling so stay asleep
Keep playing for fun 'cause I'm playing to eat
@Michael-ii9gy
Got me from the first song by Whiskey Meyers, now life long fan❣️🐺
@CarbonTech117
God bless America and thank you for your service
@Brynden-Rivers
What up from boston. This is what rock music is supposed to sound like!!!!!!
@jefferyfagan9685
whiskey myers is so bad ass i jam this band everyday...crazy thing is that im a metalhead always have been now i have to add another style to my favorites keep them comin you guys are the shit
@jestersyx
Same exact story here Jeffrey Fagan!! Cut my teeth on iron maiden, anthrax, and Metallica way back when none of them sucked! One day I hear whiskey Myers bury my bones and that's all it takes. This metal head now likes some country rock too...
@ldstephens1439
Yep me too. They are a breath of fresh air
🤘😎
@jestersyx
So the question becomes fellas, did we leave metal or did metal leave us? Don't get me wrong I still listen to metal when I'm in that mood, I'm just not in that mood as often as I used to be in my twenties.
@WarriorLori
Here, too!
@cirn1492
@@jestersyx neither! We’re just finally expanding😏
@gtogrovestexasoutlaw8700
One of my faves!!! Gets me fired up every time I hear it! Blue Collars protecting our roots!!