In 2004 Wolfmother began appearing at several high profile music events, such as Homebake and the Big Day Out. They also released their debut self-titled EP through Modular Recordings.
In 2005 the band made their way to Los Angeles, working alongside producer Dave Sardy (of Red Hot Chilli Peppers, Marilyn Manson, and Oasis fame) to record their self-titled debut album, released in October 2005.
In 2006 Wolfmother dominated the Australian Recording Industry Association awards (ARIAs), taking Best Breakthrough Album, Best Rock Album, and Best Group.
In August 2008, after headlining the Splendour in the Grass festival in Byron Bay, Australia, bass/keyboard player Chris Ross and drummer Myles Heskett resigned, leaving just singer/guitarist Andrew Stockdale. Andrew planned to find new musicians before recording another album.
From February 2009 the new line up appeared in two secret gigs under the name Whitefeather. The band officially consists of Dave Atkins on drums, Ian Peres on bass and organ, and Aidan Nemeth as the surprise fourth member and a new guitarist. The new line up's first album, Cosmic Egg, was released in 2009.
Now drummer Dave Atkins has decided to leave the band to spend more time at home with his family; he will be temporarily be replaced by The Mooney Suzuki and Har Mar Superstar drummer Will Rockwell-Scott.
"I Ain't Got No"
Wolfmother Lyrics
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I'm just sitting here listening to you
Talk is cheap if you can't walk the walk
I listened to you I heard what you said
Now you got to do it today
I ain't got no reservation
I listened to you, I heard what you said
It don't mean nothing if it's just in your head
I ain't go no reservation
I'm just sitting here listening to you
I listened to the words you said and I know just how you feel
You can't preach to the converted I know the deal
Now it's coming to the time when you gotta walk the walk
You gotta make it happen man I can't listen to you talk
I ain't go no reservation
I'm just sitting here listening to you
The lyrics of Wolfmother's song "I Ain't Got No" are about the concept of talk being cheap, and how actions speak louder than words. The singer is listening to someone, who is speaking about something that they will do or accomplish, but the singer doubts if they will actually follow through on their words. He does not have any reservations, but he is just sitting there listening to them. It is meaningless to speak about doing something if you cannot achieve it. It is only when one walks the walk, and follows through on their promises, that one can gain credibility and respect. The singer advises that the person should do it today. He listened to the words that were spoken, and heard what was said. However, he realizes that it is only when the words are transformed into action that they have any meaning.
The song is essentially a challenge to those who talk a big game but do not deliver on their promises. The singer points out that it is the time to do it now, and make it happen. He knows the deal and therefore, the other person cannot preach to him. It is not enough to say something; one must act on it to make a difference. The singer states that he can't listen to the talk anymore, he needs to see results. The song's message is powerful, denouncing hollow talk and promoting the idea of taking action over mere lip service.
Line by Line Meaning
I ain't got no reservation
I don't have any doubts or hesitations, I'm just listening to you
Talk is cheap if you can't walk the walk
Words are meaningless if they're not backed up by actions
I listened to you I heard what you said
Now you got to do it today
I paid attention to your words and now I'm expecting you to follow through with them immediately
It don't mean nothing if it's just in your head
Having thoughts and ideas is meaningless unless they're put into action
I listened to the words you said and I know just how you feel
You can't preach to the converted I know the deal
Now it's coming to the time when you gotta walk the walk
You gotta make it happen man I can't listen to you talk
I heard your words and understand your perspective, but there's no need to convince me. It's time to take action and follow through with your words, otherwise I can't listen to you anymore
Contributed by Hailey H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.