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.
Gypsy Caravan
Wolfmother Lyrics
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You don't think I'm ever coming down
I'm looking at things that seem to catch my eye
Wandering around from town to town
Won't you take me to the
To the gypsy caravan?
(To the gypsy caravan)
Where the ocean meets the sand
(To the gypsy caravan)
Won't you take me to the
To the gypsy caravan?
To the gypsy caravan
I'm looking at things that tried to catch your eye
[?]
The bolts of lightning tried to strike you down
The behemoth is awaiting at the door
Won't you take me to the
To the gypsy caravan?
(To the gypsy caravan)
We can live together
Where the ocean meets the sand
(To the gypsy caravan)
Won't you take me to the
To the gypsy caravan?
To the gypsy caravan
I see the gypsy caravan arrive
I wonder where it's gonna go
Won't you take me to the
To the gypsy caravan?
(To the gypsy caravan)
Won't you take me to the
To the gypsy caravan?
(To the gypsy caravan)
Won't you take me to the
To the gypsy caravan?
In Wolfmother's song Gypsy Caravan, the singer talks about their experience living on top of a mountain and the wanderlust that drives them to keep moving. The repeated refrain of "Won't you take me to the gypsy caravan?" is a plea for someone to join them in their nomadic lifestyle, to live together where "the ocean meets the sand." The singer describes a sense of freedom and independence in their current lifestyle, looking at things that catch their eye and wandering from town to town.
However, there is also a sense of danger and unpredictability, with lightning and an ominous "behemoth" lurking at the door. The arrival of the gypsy caravan is a moment of excitement and possibility, and the singer wonders where it will take them next. Overall, the song is a celebration of the thrill of exploration and the desire for adventure, as well as a call for companionship on the journey.
Line by Line Meaning
I've been living on top the mountain, aye
I've been living a life of solitude and isolation, above the chaos and struggles of everyday life
You don't think I'm ever coming down
I'm so content with my mountain-top life that I have no intention of descending down to people's expectations
I'm looking at things that seem to catch my eye
From my perspective on the mountain, I'm observing the things that capture my interest and attention
Wandering around from town to town
I travel from place to place in search for new experiences
Won't you take me to the
I want to explore new horizons, and
To the gypsy caravan?
I'm drawn to the free-spirited lifestyle of the gypsy caravan
(To the gypsy caravan)
We can live together
I want to join the gypsies in their community
Where the ocean meets the sand
I want to live by the beach with them
I'm looking at things that tried to catch your eye
Even though you may have missed the things that caught my attention, I still noticed
[?]
The bolts of lightning tried to strike you down
You have been faced with perilous situations, and
The behemoth is awaiting at the door
You are faced with potential danger, whether you realize it or not
I see the gypsy caravan arrive
The gypsies have arrived nearby, inviting me to join them
I wonder where it's gonna go
I'm curious about where the gypsy caravan will take me on my journey
Won't you take me to the
I am pleading with you to
To the gypsy caravan?
join the gypsies on their traveling caravan
(To the gypsy caravan)
Won't you take me to the
I want to experience the freedom of
To the gypsy caravan?
the gypsy lifestyle with you
(To the gypsy caravan)
Lyrics © WORDS & MUSIC A DIV OF BIG DEAL MUSIC LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ANDREW STOCKDALE, MARK MAHER
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Vivek Acharya
Andrew's voice is just pure rock & roll gold.....
henderson tim
couldn't agree more man. led zeppelinish
Sagi
a rock legend.
Sonny Soprano
My ring tone
My alarm clock song.
Just love the funky psychedelic beat with a dash of Black Sabbath and Zeppelin sound.
Javi Martínez Oltra
Me encanta!! Me recuerdan muchísimo a los mejores Led Zeppelin.
Christopher Adams
Awesome! I'm definitely getting this album just from the two tracks I've heard so far. And after hearing the third album I thought Andrew had burnt out or something.. I'm glad I was wrong! One of my fav and most underrated bands in my opinion.
niceslug
+christopher adams Yeah IM buying it, I think Andrew went through a stage of trying new things, drifted away from the style of rock that he is best at ! But hey this album proves he is back !
Fluxquark
This might be my new favourite Wolfmother song
NoviceMagus48
Mines woman
Wyatt fregerio
well 5 years have passed is it still your favorite wolfmother song?