I always amazes me that many people these days relegate Skynyrd into the stereotyped shit-kicker category. The solo some see in this thread as “boring”?..obviously never tried in earnest to actually play it.
Skynyrd were huge back in their day, not only for catchy tunes, but these guys were pretty astounding musicians all things considered. Ed King, who left the band early on, is one of the most amazing players you’ll ever see. He took over duties for Allen Collins during the Tribute tour back in 87.
Van Zant’s lyrical writings are FAR and away more deep than “Whats Your Name” and “Gimme Three Steps”. Try listening to “Am I Right or Wrong?”, “The Needle and the Spoon”, or “Am I Losin”. Death and redemption are heavily figured into a lot of his lyrical content. Which is slightly chilling in that he said to many he’d never live to see 30.
