Ain't Wastin' Time No More
The Allman Brothers Band
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Last Sunday morning, the sunshine felt like rain The week before, they all seemed the same With the help of God and true friends, I've come to realize I still have two strong legs, and even wings to fly So I, ain't a-wastin time no more 'Cause time goes by like hurricanes, and faster things Well, Lord, Lord, Miss Sally, why all your cryin'? Been around here three long days, lookin' like we're dyin' Go step yourself outside, and look up at the stars above And go on downtown, baby, find somebody to love Meanwhile, I ain't a-wastin' time no more 'Cause time goes by like pouring rain, and much faster things You don't need no gypsy to tell you why Ya can't let one precious day to slip by Well, look inside yourself, and if you don't see what you want Maybe sometimes then ya don't But, leave your mind alone and just get high Well, by and by, way after many years have gone And all the war freaks die off, leavin' us alone We'll raise our children, in the peaceful way we can It's up to you and me brother To try and try again So, hear us now, we ain't wastin' time no more 'Cause time rolls by like hurricanes Runnin' after the subway train Don't forget the pourin' rain
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Written by: GREGG L. ALLMAN
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11 facts about this song
Release Info"Ain't Wastin' Time No More" is a song by the American rock band The Allman Brothers Band. It was first released in February 1972 on the band’s critically acclaimed album "Eat a Peach".
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Chart PerformanceThe song managed to reach the 77th position on Billboard's Hot 100 chart in 1972.
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Tribute"Ain't Wastin' Time No More" was written by band's frontman Gregg Allman as a tribute to his brother and bandmate Duane Allman, after Duane's tragic death in a motorcycle accident in 1971.
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Musical StyleThe song provides a unique blend of Southern rock and blues styles. The band also effectively intermingles their signature slide guitars and keyboard lines in this track.
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Gregg Allman’s PerformanceGregg Allman takes over as the band's primary lead guitarist in this song which marks a significant shift in the Allman Brothers Band's sound after the death of his brother.
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Concert PerformancesSince its release, "Ain't Wastin' Time No More" has remained a constant part of Allman Brothers Band's live performances as tireless Southern rock anthem.
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Cover VersionsBands such as Frogwings and Gov't Mule, as well as artists like Chris Robinson Brotherhood, have covered "Ain't Wastin' Time No More" in their live shows.
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Song MessageThe song’s lyrics demonstrate resilience in the face of loss, encouraging audience to move ahead in life irrespective of the circumstances.
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First Song Release Post Duane's Death"Ain't Wastin' Time No More" was the first song the band released after the death of Duane Allman, making it particularly poignant. It marks the beginning of a new chapter for the group.
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Legacy and InfluenceThe song has left a lasting impression on Southern rock and continues to inspire musicians within the genre till today.
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Unique InstrumentalThe slide guitar solo that concludes the song is played on an electric piano, giving the song an intriguing, textured sound. This is one of the distinctive characteristics of Allman Brothers Band's musical ingenuity.
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