Barrel of a Gun
Guster
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I know a movie star I've got her plastered to my wall. Just like we're dear old friends Like she already knows me. She's as perfect as she seems, Lifts me right out the mezzanine. I finally fell in love, I'd been waiting forever. Four, three, two, one When out the barrel of a gun Keep my head way down. Stay out I'll stay in. Half dead, half numb She's enough to make me warm It's all so safe and sound. Lie back and fast asleep If you could see what I could see. Drip drop a lovely dream. Goddamn you movie star, Can't you just stay a minute more. We'd be the best of friends You could stay here forever. Four, three, two, one When out the barrel of a gun Keep my head way down. Stay out I'll stay in. Half dead, half numb She's enough to make me warm It's all so safe and sound. She will be sweet on me Just like a mystery. It's not so hard to see If I'm not mistaken. She comes from far away Gets closer everyday. And all that I can say She's all I want and all that I live for. Four, three, two, one When out the barrel of a gun Keep my head way down. Stay out I'll stay in. Half dead, half numb She's enough to make me warm It's all so safe and sound.
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Written by: RYAN MILLER, ADAM S. GARDNER, BRIAN A. ROSENWORCEL
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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10 facts about this song
Album"Barrel of a Gun" is one of Guster's most notable songs and is included in their third studio album named "Lost and Gone Forever," released in September 1999.
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Progressive Pop RockThe song falls into the category of progressive pop rock, which is a deviation from the common theme of rock music with added elements of pop.
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Commercial SuccessThe song "Barrel of a Gun" was modestly successful in the United States. It achieved reasonable popularity, especially among college radio and independent music fans.
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LyricsThe lyrics of the song talk about how people often end up becoming a completely different version of themselves due to societal pressure. It's about overall resilience and the internal struggle of being true to yourself.
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Unique InstrumentationGuster is known for its unconventional percussion. In "Barrel of a Gun," Brian Rosenworcel, one of the band members, played a variety of bongos and congas instead of the traditional drum kit.
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Music VideoThe promotional music video of "Barrel of a Gun" was directed by Danny Clinch, an award-winning photographer and filmmaker.
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Chart Success"Barrel of a Gun" peaked at number 36 on the US Billboard Hot Modern Rock Tracks in 1999.
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Certified GoldThe album "Lost and Gone Forever" that includes "Barrel of a Gun" was certified Gold in 2018, almost two decades after its original release.
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Live Performances"Barrel of a Gun" often becomes the highlight during the band's live performances. In many concerts, fans request this specific song due to its energetic rhythm and powerful lyrics.
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Cultural ImpactThe song has been featured in various movies and TV shows, including "Disturbia" and "Life as a House," which helped in the expansion of Guster's fan base.
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