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.
My Face
Wolfsbane Lyrics
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Like the queen, don't need cash
You won't see me with an empty glass
I got the future, got the pass
Rock the girls, saying I'm obscene
Stick their numbers into my jeans
Places I go and drink for free
I will rock you when I come clean
I live a life of which you dream
I work guitar and bass and drums
Singing all the same, singing all the run
I am the saviour, I am the Christ
I am the Satan, the Vishnu, the vice
This is here I am at last
With a rock black leather suit, first class
Saw my face in a magazine
She says \"Is it you?!\" It's me!
I will rock you when I come clean
I live a life of which you dream
Dream on, dream on
I got what you want
I was born... all the fuss...
Eyes move... all over us...
Eyes grow big... in my head...
I tell the town from the boring men
You can dream on, dream on
My face is my backstage pass
Like the queen, don't need cash
You won't see me with an empty glass
I got the future, got the pass
Rock the girls, saying I'm obscene
Stick their numbers into my jeans
Places I go and drink for free
They say \"Is it you?!\" It's me!
I will rock you when I come clean
I live a life of which you dream
Dream on, dream on
I got what you want
Dream on!
The song "My Face" by Wolfsbane finds the lead singer boasting about his rockstar lifestyle and his ability to charm anyone he encounters. He compares his face to a backstage pass and asserts that he doesn't need cash because his looks are enough to get him into exclusive venues. The singer also talks about his ability to rock the girls and how they often approach him so that he could stick their numbers into his jeans. He claims to be a savior, a Satan, and everything in between. The lyrics suggest that the frontman of Wolfsbane is at the top of the world in terms of his music career and he's living the life that others can only dream of.
The chorus of the song "My Face" is an invitation to the listeners to dream on. The lead singer assures his fans that he's got what they want, and the life he's living is the one they dream of. The song's lyrics are quite straightforward, and the meaning is clear. It's about the frontman of Wolfsbane and his self-proclaimed rockstar lifestyle, and it's an invitation to dream about a life like his.
Line by Line Meaning
My face is my backstage pass
My facial appearance is the only requirement to access my backstage, regardless of monetary payment
Like the queen, don't need cash
Similar to royalty, I do not require currency to attain what I desire
You won't see me with an empty glass
I always have an alcoholic beverage in my possession
I got the future, got the pass
I possess both a path towards success and the necessary clearance to achieve said success
Rock the girls, saying I'm obscene
I cause females to become excited due to my potentially offensive behavior
Stick their numbers into my jeans
Women give me their contact information and I store it in my pants
Places I go and drink for free
I attend locales where beverages are supplied to me without monetary cost
They say "Is it you?!" It's me!
Individuals question whether or not I am who I appear to be, but I confirm that I am
I will rock you when I come clean
I shall impress you once I reveal my true nature
I live a life of which you dream
I exist within a lifestyle that is idealized and coveted by many individuals
I work guitar and bass and drums
I perform musical pieces with various instruments, including guitar, bass, and drums
Singing all the same, singing all the run
My musical performances are of similar caliber and structure
I am the saviour, I am the Christ
I have god-like abilities and possess qualities of both a hero and a deity
I am the Satan, the Vishnu, the vice
I possess qualities of a highly revered Hindu figure, as well as characteristics that are considered immoral or sinful
This is here I am at last
I have finally reached my desired position or status
With a rock black leather suit, first class
I am adorned in fashionable black leather attire of the highest quality
Saw my face in a magazine
I have had my photograph published in a periodical
She says "Is it you?!" It's me!
The woman assumes the photo depicts a separate individual, but I clarify that it is indeed myself
Dream on, dream on
Continue to envision what you long for
I got what you want
I possess the material and immaterial objects that are desired by others
I was born... all the fuss...
Upon birth, there was a significant amount of commotion surrounding my arrival
Eyes move... all over us...
Individuals stare and observe intently, analyzing our every move
Eyes grow big... in my head...
Within my mind, an increasing level of confidence and pride develops
I tell the town from the boring men
I differentiate myself from unexciting individuals and stand out within my community
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Written by: COOKE, EDWARDS, ELLET, HATELEY
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Underrated ‘Bane track!