Originally formed in 1984, the band released a series of demos on cassette before their 7" vinyl debut Clutching at Straws in 1988. This was swiftly followed by the Wasted But Dangerous 12" EP in the same year. They were highly regarded live performers and eventually caught the attention of Rick Rubin's Def American label, but their debut full length album (Live Fast, Die Fast in 1989) saw little commercial success, oft-attributed to Rubin's very flat production. Their later releases saw more favourable press, with their live album Massive Noise Injection being particularly well received. They split up when their singer Blaze Bayley left to join Iron Maiden in 1994.
Wolfsbane reformed in September 2007 to headline the Rock of Ages Festival in their hometown of Tamworth and followed this with a short tour in December of the same year, as special guests supporting The Wildhearts. More live dates followed in December 2010 as guests on The Quireboys' "A Little Bit of What You Fancy" 20th anniversary tour, and they also self-released a 'best of' compilation album.
It is believed that the band are now working on new material with a view to recording their 5th studio album in the second half of 2010. The as yet untitled album is likely to surface in 2011, with a possible tour and festival appearances to support it. Further updates will be posted to the band's official website, www.wolfsbanehms.com.
Money Talks
Wolfsbane Lyrics
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What are the reasons? We stuck it out so far
Do you ever worry about you and me?
Do you ever think this is the way we'll always be?
It's just like a circus clown with no make up
A loaded trailer with no truck
A power amp with no guitar
Once again, once again
Once again, we're out of luck again
Money talks
Money talks
Money talks, it says goodbye
It dies like you and I
Crucify myself on my own dream
These blistered hands are worth what a real life means
It's just like a circus clown with no make up
A loaded trailer with no truck
A power amp with no guitar
A jukebox in an empty bar
Once again, once again
Once again, we're out of luck, my friend
Money talks
Money talks
Money talks, it says goodbye
It dies like you and I
But it says life is a struggle
But Jesus Christ!
Can you call this mess a home?!
Once again, my friend
We're out of luck again
Money makes the pieces fit
We have got too much of it
It's just like a circus clown with no make up
A loaded trailer with no truck
A power amp with no guitar
A jukebox in an empty bar
Once again, once again
Once again, we're out of luck, my friend
Money talks
Money talks
Money talks, it says goodbye
It dies like you and I
Money talks
The lyrics of Wolfsbane's song "Money Talks" explore the relationship between money and happiness. The opening lines ask the rhetorical question of whether we ever wonder about our lives, and what motivates us to keep going. The song goes on to suggest that money is an integral part of our lives, and that it has the power to affect how we feel about ourselves and our relationships. The lyrics suggest that money can be a source of tension between lovers, and that it has the power to change what we want out of life. The chorus repeats the notion that money talks, and it doesn't always say good things. In fact, sometimes money can be the cause of our unhappiness, as the song suggests that it dies just like we do.
The second verse of the song suggests that we need to be careful not to sacrifice our dreams for money. The lyrics suggest that we can "crucify" ourselves by chasing after something that isn't as important as we thought it was. The chorus repeats again, emphasizing that money doesn't always offer a solution to our problems. The final verse of the song suggests that we need to be aware of how money affects our sense of home. The lyrics suggest that when we have too much money, our lives can become a mess. This line suggests that having too much money can lead to a feeling of emptiness, as it doesn't offer us the sense of security and stability that we need to feel truly happy.
Overall, the lyrics of "Money Talks" suggest that money is a double-edged sword. On the one hand, it can offer us a sense of security and material comfort. On the other hand, it can lead to tension in our relationships, a sense of dissatisfaction with our lives, and a feeling of emptiness.
Line by Line Meaning
Do you ever wonder about the way we are?
Have you ever thought deeply about the current state of our relationship?
What are the reasons? We stuck it out so far
What has kept us together for this long?
Do you ever worry about you and me?
Do you ever fear for the future of our relationship?
Do you ever think this is the way we'll always be?
Do you ever wonder if our current problems are permanent?
It's just like a circus clown with no makeup
Our situation is similar to that of a clown without his stage makeup
A loaded trailer with no truck
Our relationship is like a trailer full of goods but with no means of transportation
A power amp with no guitar
We are like an amplifier without a guitar to produce sound
A jukebox in an empty bar
We are like a jukebox in a bar with no customers or patrons
Once again, once again
Repeatedly, time and time again
Once again, we're out of luck again
We are once again suffering the consequences of our bad luck
Money talks
Money has the power to influence and control situations
Money talks, it says goodbye
Money has a fleeting nature, just like people and relationships
It dies like you and I
Money has a limited lifespan, just like people
Crucify myself on my own dream
I am sacrificing my own desires and aspirations for the sake of our relationship
These blistered hands are worth what a real life means
I have endured and suffered through many trials and tribulations in order to have a fulfilling life
But it says life is a struggle
Life is full of challenges and obstacles to overcome
But Jesus Christ!
An exclamation of frustration and exasperation
Can you call this mess a home?!
Is it still possible to consider our relationship as a stable and comfortable living situation?
Once again, my friend
Once again, my dear companion
We're out of luck again
We are once again facing misfortune and bad luck
Money makes the pieces fit
Money has the power to bring everything together and solve problems
We have got too much of it
Our excessive wealth and abundance is causing more harm than good in our relationship
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: BAYLEY COOKE, JASON EDWARDS, JEFFREY HATELEY, STEVEN ELLETT
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