THE STORY BEHIND “A CAN OF GASOLINE”
Hey everyone! I’m beyond excited to finally share my latest song, “A Can of Gasoline,” with you all. Officially dropping on Friday, November 1st (but available in some countries starting Thursday at 2 PM NY time), this dark and intense track will hit all major streaming platforms including Spotify, YouTube, Apple Music, and Amazon. It’s been a powerful creative process putting this story to music, and I can’t wait for you to hear it.
A SONG OF RESILIENCE AND RETRIBUTION
“A Can of Gasoline” delves deep into the themes of survival and justice, telling the harrowing true story of Francine Hughes, a woman who, after enduring years of abuse, took a stand in a dramatic and life-altering way. The song explores the tension and pain that build up over years of torment, and the ultimate moment when a victim becomes a fighter. Inspired by traditional murder ballads and storytelling influences like Nick Cave, this track brings a raw, emotional edge to a haunting narrative of vengeance and liberation.
THE SOUND OF A FIRE LIT FROM WITHIN
Musically, “A Can of Gasoline” blends elements of dark Americana and folk, with fingerpicked guitar in the verses, pulsing bass, and alternating bass strumming that drives the chorus. The track grows more intense as the story unfolds, with a restrained but powerful rhythm section and the haunting, overdriven guitar that rises in the bridge. There’s no flashy guitar solo, but the buildup of tension in the lyrics and music makes this track a gripping listen. You’ll feel the heat of the flames as Francine sets her path ablaze, leaving nothing but ashes in her wake.
CONNECTING THROUGH STORYTELLING
While “A Can of Gasoline” tells a specific story, the themes of strength, courage, and breaking free resonate universally. This song is about more than one moment of retribution—it’s about standing up after years of being pushed down, reclaiming your voice, and changing your fate. It’s heavy, but it’s empowering, and I hope listeners will feel that connection to Francine’s story as well as to their own moments of resilience.
GET READY FOR THE RELEASE
As we count down to the release, I’m looking forward to taking you along on this journey. Whether you’re into dark Americana, storytelling ballads, or just love songs with depth and grit, “A Can of Gasoline” is one you won’t want to miss.
Thank you so much for your ongoing support, and I’m excited to hear how this song impacts you. Stay tuned for more updates as the release approaches!
Streaming
Links will be displayed once the songs are out.
Lyrics
A CAN OF GASOLINE, The Case of Francine Hughes
There’s a suitcase in the trunkk of my ride
I’ve left everything else behind
That reminds me of him and all
His cunning lies
There’s a torn picture of our marriage inside
It was a picture where he pretended to smile
Oh he looked so grim
I wished he would die
My Name is Francine Hughes
I’m a woman who got beaten and bruised
I had to do something after 13 years of abuse
CHORUS
Well I walked down, down, down, down to Grove Street
To our home, while he was asleep
And I opened up a can of gasoline
And burned that brutal bastard to the ground
Oh he bought lovely flowers, indeed
He said sorry, but it was all a cheat
Still feel his knuckles
On my cheeks Oh so sweet
And in my pocket is his chain of keys
Chain and keys he used to locked me in
You will find him there and
Only know him by his teeth
My Name is Francine Hughes
When the cops came, they refused
I had ad to do something after 13 years of abuse
Well I walked down, down, down, down to Grove Street
To our home, while he was asleep
And I opened up a can of gasoline
And burned that brutal bastard to the ground
BRIDGE
All you will find is his ripped up ’55
And his ashes, burned all to the ground
And the only thing that will point to me
Are my fingerprints on a can of
Gasoline
My Name is Francine Hughes
I’m a woman who had nothing to lose
I got out after 13 years of abuse
Well I walked down, down, down, down to Grove Street
To my home, while he was asleep
And I opened up a can of gasoline
And burned that brutal bastard
I burned that brutal bastard
I burn, burn, burned him to the ground
Ohhhh
I burned him to the ground
I burned him to the ground
Credits
Music, Lyrics, Producer, Mixing, Mastering: Marcel J. Wüstner
DK UPC: 198888943165
ISWC: T-327.097.888-2
ISRC: QZTBE2471543
ISRC: QZTBE2471544 Instrumental Version