Gun Show
In This Moment
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Hey cowboy how's it going tonight? Come on in and you can buy me a drink hey cowboy I see your pistol is cocked And you got a look on your face like you want to rock Welcome to the gunshow Tonight we get wild Welcome to the gunshow Where the dead come alive (Where the dead come alive) Hey cowboy I hope you're fast 'Cause I'm the baddest gunslinger ever was Hey outlaw, follow me outside and keep your fingers on the trigger while we put you under Welcome to the gunshow Tonight we get wild (Tonight we get wild) Welcome to the gunshow Where the dead come alive (Where the dead come alive) It all comes down to a single moment The strong will fight and the weak will run Slide the bullet in the barrel Let me see you count to ten and draw your guns Showdown May the best man win May the best man win May the best man win Welcome to the gunshow (Welcome to the gunshow) Tonight we get wild (Tonight we get wild) Welcome to the gunshow (Welcome to the gunshow) Where the dead come alive (Where the dead come alive) Welcome to the gunshow (Welcome to the gunshow) Welcome to the gunshow (Welcome to the gunshow) Welcome to the gunshow (Welcome to the gunshow) Welcome to the gunshow (Welcome to the gunshow) Come on cowboys Come on cowboys
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Written by: AIDONIA, SUHVERTO, DAVID BROOKS, O'NEIL NORMAN BRYAN, STEPHEN MCGREGOR
Lyrics © CADIUM MUSIC PUBLISHING
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13 facts about this song
Genre Classification"Gun Show" by In This Moment is a blend of Metal, Rock, and Alternative styles, demonstrating the band's unique ability to combine genres.
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Album InfoThe song "Gun Show" is featured on the band's third studio album "A Star-Crossed Wasteland", released in 2010.
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Chart PositionThough not released as a single, the album "A Star-Crossed Wasteland" debuted at number 40 on the Billboard 200 chart, hinting at the popularity of the tracks contained within, including "Gun Show."
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Band FormationIn This Moment, the band behind "Gun Show", was formed in Los Angeles, California in 2005 by vocalist Maria Brink and guitarist Chris Howorth.
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Cultural ReferenceThe song "Gun Show" is often interpreted as a critique or satire of gun culture, although the band has never officially confirmed this interpretation.
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Music VideoA music video for "Gun Show" was released, featuring intense imagery, unique costumes, and a post-apocalyptic setting, highlighting the band's theatrical aesthetic.
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Live Performances"Gun Show" is a fan-favorite during In This Moment's live performances, often highlighted by Maria Brink's theatrical and engaging stage presence.
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Band's LineupAt the time of recording "Gun Show", In This Moment consisted of vocalist Maria Brink, lead guitarist Chris Howorth, rhythm guitarist Blake Bunzel, bassist Kyle Konkiel, and drummer Jeff Fabb.
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Lyrical ThemesThe song's lyrics contain a mix of empowerment, defiance, and a hint of danger, aligning with the band's overall thematic style.
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Musical Style"Gun Show" is noted for its aggressive guitar riffs, powerful vocals, and pounding drum rhythm, maintaining the band's heavy and alternately melodic sound.
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Critical ReceptionCritics have praised "Gun Show" for its energizing sound and provocative lyrics, further solidifying In This Moment's reputation as a boundary-pushing metal band.
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Maria Brink's RoleAside from being the band's lead vocalist, Maria Brink is known for writing most of In This Moment's lyrics, including those of "Gun Show," allowing her personal and emotional experiences to permeate the music.
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Album ConceptThe album "A Star-Crossed Wasteland," which contains "Gun Show," is a concept album dealing with love and loss in a post-apocalyptic world, with several tracks hinting at western influences.
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