For All the Cows

Foo Fighters

About For All the Cows

"For All the Cows" (1995) is the third major single released by the Foo Fighters from their self-titled debut album Foo Fighters. It was only released in the United Kingdom and the Netherlands.


Year:
1995
3:30
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I'm called a cow
I'm not about
To blow it now
For all the cows

It's funny how money allows all to browse
And be endowed
This wish is true it falls into pieces new
The cow is you

My kind has all run out, as if kinds could blend
Some time if time allows, everything worn in
Like it's a friend

I said you're all a painted doll and it caused
The walls to fall
How far is he? 
Impatiently
That's as far as far can be

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Foo Fighters

The Foo Fighters are an American rock band, formed in Seattle in 1994. It was founded by Nirvana drummer Dave Grohl as a one-man project following the death of Kurt Cobain and the resulting dissolution of his previous band. The group got its name from the UFOs and various aerial phenomena that were reported by Allied aircraft pilots in World War II, which were known collectively as foo fighters. Prior to the release of Foo Fighters' 1995 debut album Foo Fighters, which featured Grohl as the only official member, Grohl recruited bassist Nate Mendel and drummer William Goldsmith, both formerly of Sunny Day Real Estate, as well as fellow Nirvana touring bandmate Pat Smear as guitarist to complete the lineup. The band began with performances in Portland, Ore… more »

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Written by: David Grohl

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10 facts about this song

Song History
"For All the Cows" is the seventh track on the Foo Fighters' eponymous debut album, released in 1995.
Songs' Concept
Unlike many songs on the album, “For All the Cows” is slower and more contemplative. It represents a significant departure from the aggressive and fast-paced rock sound that characterizes most tracks on the album.
Artist Recognition
Dave Grohl, the founder and lead vocalist of the Foo Fighters, once singled out "For All the Cows" as the "stupidest" song on the album, although his comment was likely more a joke rather than a sincere critique.
Band Lineup
At the time "For All the Cows" was recorded, Foo Fighters was primarily a one-man project by Dave Grohl, although he was joined by Pat Smear, Nate Mendel and William Goldsmith for live performances.
Song's Performance
"For All the Cows" was one of the songs played during the band's first TV appearance in the UK on the program 'The Word' in 1995.
Album's Production
The debut album of the Foo Fighters, including "For All the Cows," was recorded entirely by Dave Grohl at his home studio.
Song's Inspirations
While the exact inspiration for “For All the Cows” is unknown, Grohl's lyrics often draw on his personal experiences, emotions, and observations.
Studio Work
"For All the Cows", like the rest of the album, was recorded in just one week.
Song's Outfit Theme
During live performances of "For All the Cows", the band were often known to wear black and white, the same colors as cows.
Music Distribution
Although "For All the Cows" was not released as a single, it was still one of the most-played songs from the Foo Fighters' debut album.

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