Modern Day Cowboy

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About Modern Day Cowboy

"Modern Day Cowboy" is a song by the American hard rock band Tesla. The song was released as the first single from the band's debut studio album, Mechanical Resonance. The song's lyrics make references to criminals such as Billy the Kid and Al Capone.


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2008
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Stormy night under jet black skies
Billy pulls into town.
Thunder rolled and the lightnin' bolts
Come crashin' to the ground
Cold as ice, hard as stone
As he walks into the room,
With another man who was feelin' the same way
All hell's breakin' loose

Bang bang, shoot'em up
Bang bang, blow you away

It's a showdown, in a no-man's land
For the cowboy of the modern day.
Come on, sundown, don't be hangin' 'round,
'Cause the cowboy will blow you away

Al Capone and A Bad Boy Jones
On the wrong side of the law.
Johnny D and his company,
Always first to the draw.
Gangster lean, feelin' so mean,
Tryin' to take more than their share.
'Cause all they saw was ruling it all.
The seed of blood was in the air.

Bang bang, shoot'em up.
Bang bang, blow you away.

It's a showdown, in a no-man's land
For a cowboy of the modern day.
Come on, sundown, don't be hangin' 'round,
'Cause the cowboy will blow you away

Here we are and we've come this far,
But it's only getting worse.
The foreign lands with their terrorist demands,
Only 'cause the good to hurt.

The USA the USSR, with their six guns to their sides.
I see the message written on the wall,
Too much anger deep inside.

Bang bang, shoot'em up
Bang bang, blow you away.

It's a showdown, in a no-man's land
For the cowboy of the modern day.
Come on, sundown, don't be hangin' 'round,
'Cause the cowboy will blow you away

It's a showdown

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Tesla is an American hard rock band formed in Sacramento, California in 1984. They have sold 14 million albums in the United States. more »

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Written by: JEFF KEITH, TOM SKEOCH, FRANK HANNON

Lyrics © Round Hill Music Big Loud Songs, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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13 facts about this song

Release Year and Album
"Modern Day Cowboy" was released in 1986 and featured in Tesla's debut album titled 'Mechanical Resonance'.
Genre and Style
The song is categorized as hard rock and is known for its heavy guitar riffs and powerful vocals.
Chart Performance
While the song did not reach any significant positions in main charts, it has gained a cult status among Tesla fans and is considered one of Tesla's signature songs.
Lyrics and Themes
"Modern Day Cowboy" was known for its lyrics that depicted the atmosphere of the Cold War era, featuring social and political commentaries of that time.
Live Performances
The song is frequently performed at Tesla's concerts. It was also performed at the 1987 Texxas Jam, one of the major appearances leading to the band's rise in popularity.
Music Video
The song’s music video was shot in black and white and largely features the band performing, interspersed with various themed clips illustrating the song’s lyrics.
Inspiration
The root inspiration for "Modern Day Cowboy" comes from news headlines during the Cold War, particularly the tension between the Soviet Union and United States.
Current Context
Many decades after its release, "Modern Day Cowboy" is still relevant and considered a classic rock anthem.
Recognition
The song is often referred to as Tesla's breakthrough track, and gave them recognition in the rock music scene.
Reception
Many critics consider "Modern Day Cowboy" as one of Tesla's best songs, recognizing it for its interesting fusion of rock, blues, and metal, combined with its meaningful lyrics.
Influence
The song "Modern Day Cowboy" is often credited with shaping the band's distinct style and setting the groundwork for their future releases.
Band's Statement
According to the band, "Modern Day Cowboy" is a song they feel a deep connection to, and it encompassed their thoughts and feelings at the time of its creation.
Pop Culture
It’s been featured in pop culture over the years, including being a playable track in the video game 'Guitar Hero: Warriors of Rock.'

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