Used to Get High
The John Butler Trio
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I used to get high for a living Believing everything that I saw on the TV I used to get high for a living Eating all the bullshit food that they sold me I used to get high for a living Thinking that my destiny was out of my control I used to get high for a living There's lots of different reasons and I'll tell you so Super size, large fries, Big Mac, Coca Cola Go on man, pick your poison Speed, weed, ecstasy, LSD Man, it don't bother me cos we're all on something Caffeine, cigarettes, alcohol You know I'm clawing at the walls trying to get my fix Prozac, ADD tablets, coke, smack Now, you know I am turning tricks 'cause I used to get high for a living Believing everything that I saw on my TV I used to get high for a living Eating all the bullshit food that they sold me Yeah, that they sold me Escape, can't wait all trying to get away From this place man that we're feeling Can't deal, can't feel what's real All trying to conceal all this time we're stealing No doubt, the route you're on Can't find the clout that you've been needing 'Til then my friend you must contend With the monster that you're feeding I used to get high for a living Believing everything that I saw on my TV I used to get high for a living Eating all the bullshit food that they sold me I used to get high for a living Thinking that my destiny was out of my control I used to get high for a living There's lots of different reasons and I'll tell you so Got links of the Cheney Getting crazy, getting lazy with their foreign relations Starting wars, closing doors Trying to bring about one quicker man, revelations Economic, rational, calling fouls with the workers Just trying to make it pay Cost cutting, head butting, big business Do what they like and you do what they say What's wrong get along, just prolong all the thoughts You got going on, on the inside Appease, stand at ease, just try to please All the apathy that you're trying to hide How now, brown cow Did we get from this standing place And now we're kneeling 'Til then my friend you must contend With the monster that you're feeding I used to get high for a living Believing everything that I saw on my TV I used to get high for a living Eating all the bullshit food that they sold me I used to get high for a living Thinking that my destiny was out of my control I used to get high for a living There's lots of different reasons and I'll tell you so I used to get high for a living I used to get high I used to get high for I used to get high I used to get high for I used to get high oh oh I used to get high for I used to get high I used to get high for a living Believing everything that I saw on my TV I used to get high for a living Eating all the bullshit food that they sold me I used to get high for a living Thinking that my destiny was out of my control I used to get high for a living There's lots of different reasons and I'll tell you so
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Written by: JOHN CHARLES WILTSHIRE BUTLER
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25 facts about this song
Artist BackgroundJohn Butler can play various instruments such as guitar, banjo, and percussion which he often utilizes in his songs, including "Used to Get High".
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Album Info"Used to Get High" is a track off the album titled "Grand National" by The John Butler Trio, released in March 2007.
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Song Meaning"Used to Get High" has meaningful lyrics, focusing on the problems of drug addiction and its impact on personal life and society at large.
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Music StyleThe song showcases John Butler's unique blend of rock, bluegrass, and folk music fusion.
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Song Popularity"Used to Get High" is one of John Butler Trio's most popular songs and is frequently played live at their concerts.
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InstrumentOne of the defining aspects of "Used to Get High" is Butler's masterful guitar playing, specifically the use of a 12-string guitar.
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ProductionThe song, like most of "Grand National" album, was produced by Mario Caldato Jr., who is known for working with other influential acts like The Beastie Boys.
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Commercial SuccessThe "Grand National" album peaked at number one on the ARIA (Australian Recording Industry Association) albums chart.
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Song ReceptionThe song and its relative album have received a positive critical reception for their lyrical content and musical innovation.
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Live PerformancesDuring live performances, the song often extends more than the original length due to improvisational solos and jams added by the band.
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Release date and album"Used to Get High" was released in 2007 as part of the album "Grand National" by the John Butler Trio.
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Song GenreThe song belongs to the alternative rock and roots rock genre.
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Song Meaning"Used to Get High" generally talks about social awareness, particularly referring to the societal issue of drug addiction.
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Musical CompositionThe song exemplifies the band's fusion of different genres such as folk, rock, and reggae.
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Members of the John Butler TrioWhen "Used to Get High" was recorded, the members of the John Butler Trio were John Butler, Michael Barker and Shannon Birchall.
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Track number"Used to Get High" is the 1st track on the "Grand National" album.
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Best Chart PositionThe album "Grand National" reached number one in the Australian album charts and "Used to Get High" was one of the popular songs in it.
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SongwritingThe song was written by John Butler.
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Music videoA music video of the song is available, directed by The Glue Society, and it features the band performing in a variety of settings.
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Live PerformancesThe song is a regular part of the band's live performances and is known for its powerful live rendition.
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Song DurationThe duration of the song "Used to Get High" is 4 minutes and 26 seconds.
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Awards and NominationsThe Album "Grand National" including the song "Used to Get High", won the "Best Independent Release" at the ARIA Music Awards of 2007.
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Positive ReceptionThe song has been positively received by the listeners for its powerful message and the band's unique sound.
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Record Label"Used to Get High" was released under the record label Jarrah.
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InfluenceThe song has reportedly been one of the impactful compositions by the band, influencing several contemporary alternative and roots rock bands.
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