(1) Roy Wood’s post- ELO proj… Read Full Bio ↴There are several artists under this name:
(1) Roy Wood’s post- ELO project.
(2) A 'blackened' heavy metal band from Finland.
(3) A heavy metal band from Belgium
(4) A heavy metal band from Hoting, Sweden
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(1) Wizzard was Roy Wood’s post- ELO project. Formed in Wood's hometown of Birmingham, Warwickshire in 1972, they made catchy, jazzy glam-rock hit singles like "Angel Fingers" and "See My Baby Jive" with a retro, Phil Spector-style "wall of sound" production. At the same time, they produced decidedly odd, almost avant-garde albums like Wizzard Brew. They remained active until around 1975.
(2) One of them is a 'blackened' heavy metal band from Finland. It enjoyed some success in Finland and Germany though even some fans wondered why they had taken the name of Roy Wood's famous band – the other z was actually added because the band didn't want to be confused with the German band Wizard. The band was founded by Teemu Kautonen as his solo-project in August 1995, and he handled all the instruments on the first demo, Teemu moved the band to Germany in April 1997 adding new local musicians CY and Daniel to the line-up. In August Teemu returned to Finland, but moved back to Germany in January 2001, and CY and Daniel came along again. Also a new guitarist Johnny joined the band.
Last known lineup:
Teemu Kautonen aka Hexenmeister - Vocals, originally also Bass & Guitars
CY aka Grobi - Drums
Daniel - Lead Guitars, Bass
Johnny - Rhythm Guitars
Discography;
I am the King, Demo, 1997
Children of Bodom, Split, 1997
Devilmusick, Full-length, 1998
Wizzard, Full-length, 1999
Songs of Sins & Decadence, Full-length, 2000
Tormentor, EP, 2000
Black Heavy Metal. Full-length, 2001
Metal Forever Vol. 1, Split, 2003
(3) Wizzard is a local Heavy Metal band from Belgium
(4) Wizzard were formed as a band in the early 1980s in Hoting, Sweden
They released the single Ninya Warrior 1986
The band split up after that record and reunited in 2023 when they played in Germany
Rattlesnake Roll
Wizzard Lyrics
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Stop sleeping on the words
That your momma said
Tie back them sheets hold onto your head
Because we're gonna do the rock tonight
We got a rattlesnake rock for
The birds and beesThat makes you wanna move your arms and knees
You'll jump right out of your dungarees
And hit me with your dynamite
Do the rattlesnake roll! Rattlesnake roll
Don't abuse it cos you'll only lose it
We ain't gonna rip up the seats
Or jump on the piano me and my baby
We're gonna get high and
Do the rattlesnake roll
Get up, get up! It's a wildcat beat
Guys are stompin on the back of the seat
We'll be rockin in the street tonight
Well the kids all bop to the rattlesnake beat
They ain't never heard a band
Playing such as this
Now every boogie gonna give me a zing
Everytime i hear the rattlesnake roll
Do the rattlesnake roll! Rattlesnake roll
Don't abuse it cos you'll only lose it
We ain't gonna rip up the seats
Or jump on the piano me and my baby
We're gonna get high and
Do the rattlesnake roll
The lyrics of "Rattlesnake Roll" by Wizzard describe a vibrant and energetic rock and roll experience. The song encourages listeners to get out of bed, leave their worries behind, and embrace the power of rock music. It suggests that the words of one's mother may have been cautionary or limiting, but the song encourages breaking free from those constraints.
The chorus invites everyone to participate in the "rattlesnake roll," a rock and roll dance that is both exhilarating and liberating. The song emphasizes the infectious nature of the music, describing it as a beat that makes you want to move and jump out of your clothes, symbolizing the uninhibited and joyous spirit of rock and roll. The lyrics also imply a sense of rebellion and defiance as the singer declares that they won't cause destruction by ripping up seats or jumping on the piano, but rather channel their energy into enjoying the music with their partner.
Line by Line Meaning
Get up get and get out of bed
Don't stay complacent, rise up and take action
Stop sleeping on the words
Pay attention to and take seriously the advice or wisdom you have received
That your momma said
That was passed down from your mother
Tie back them sheets hold onto your head
Leave behind the comforts and restraints, and prepare yourself mentally
Because we're gonna do the rock tonight
Tonight, we will embrace and enjoy the energy and spirit of rock music
We got a rattlesnake rock for
We have an exciting and vibrant style of rock music designed for
The birds and bees
Everyone, including young and old
That makes you wanna move your arms and knees
It's so captivating that it compels you to dance and move
You'll jump right out of your dungarees
You'll feel such a surge of energy that it will make you leap out of your pants
And hit me with your dynamite
Express your enthusiasm and excitement towards the music
Do the rattlesnake roll! Rattlesnake roll
Dance and move to the rhythm and style of the rattlesnake roll
Don't abuse it cos you'll only lose it
Don't take advantage or take for granted the energy and joy the music brings, because it can easily fade away
We ain't gonna rip up the seats
We won't cause destruction or chaos
Or jump on the piano me and my baby
But me and my loved one will fully immerse ourselves in the experience
We're gonna get high and
We will reach a state of euphoria and bliss
Do the rattlesnake roll
By engaging in the rattlesnake roll
Get up, get up! It's a wildcat beat
Stand up and embrace the lively and energetic rhythm of the music
Guys are stompin on the back of the seat
The crowd shows their enthusiasm by stomping and dancing on their seats
We'll be rockin in the street tonight
We will bring the excitement and energy to the streets
Well the kids all bop to the rattlesnake beat
The young ones are enthusiastically dancing and moving to the rhythm of the rattlesnake roll
They ain't never heard a band
They have never experienced a music group
Playing such as this
Performing in such an exceptional and captivating manner
Now every boogie gonna give me a zing
Every dance move will bring me exhilaration and delight
Everytime i hear the rattlesnake roll
Every time the sound of the rattlesnake roll reaches my ears
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