Her solo-album "Cocoon" received an official release of sorts in May 2006, when it was released on iTunes. The digital version featured both the original and album versions of "Go My Own Way", the single version of "It Could Be You", and the previously unreleased "The Starting Line".
In May 2006, Strum made an announcement that she would be undergoing surgery, and would be unable to return to work until September 2006, when she had recovered. In September 2006 Alexis posted a message on MySpace stating that all was well with her health. She also added a note saying that her album will not be released as was planned and that she is taking herself out of the music scene. "I have decided after this big lifechange that I need to address my priorities and do sthg different for a bit- time for a new challenge! Challenge Strum!".
Rodeo
Alexis Strum Lyrics
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I don't know where I am with you
Struck down and mad like Betty Boo
I'll go along for the ride dear
It must be something serious
'cause when we kiss it makes me blush
and you've been spending more time here
That's what you do
Keep me confused
Crazy as it all may seem
And why aren't you
when I am thru
You say you gotta thing for me
Uh uh
It's your love, keppin' me guessing now
Your love, unpredictable
Your love, like a rodeo horse I don't wanna get off
It's your love, keppin' me guessing now
Your love, unpredictable
Your love, like a rodeo horse I don't wanna get off
This thing is quickening in pace
So strong like ho-ho pin on mace
It knocks me out with its power (pssst)
I guess I'll have to buckle up
Take in my heels so you won't stop
making more love every hour
You come and go
Won't let it show
Dreaming me to keep me keen
And now I know
I should let go
You say you gotta thing for me
Uh uh
It's your love, keppin' me guessing now
Your love, unpredictable
Your love, like a rodeo horse I don't wanna get off
It's your love, keppin' me guessing now
Your love, unpredictable
Your love, like a rodeo horse I don't wanna get off
Ooo
I don't know where I am with you (with you)
I don't even have a clue
I'll be running after you
Scuffing up my brand new shoes
I'm leaving you
Don't you realize what you get
Always blowing cold and hot
When your gone I never stop
It's your love, keppin' me guessing now
Your love, unpredictable
Your love, like a rodeo horse I don't wanna get off
It's your love, keppin' me guessing now
Your love, unpredictable
Your love, like a rodeo horse I don't wanna get off
It's your love, keppin' me guessing now
Your love, unpredictable
Your love, like a rodeo horse I don't wanna get off
It's your love, keppin' me guessing now
Your love, unpredictable
Your love, like a rodeo horse I don't wanna get off
The lyrics in Alexis Strum’s song “Rodeo” show the singer’s confusion and uncertainty about where she stands with her partner. She seems to be swept along by his passion and the intensity of their connection, but she cannot shake the feeling that she doesn’t truly know him. When they kiss, she feels a rush of emotion but can’t quite put her finger on what it means. Meanwhile, he remains elusive, keeping her guessing about his true intentions. Although she recognizes that the situation is unstable and unpredictable, she can’t help but be drawn in by the excitement and passion of their relationship.
The metaphor that the song employs, comparing the singer’s lover to a rodeo horse that she doesn’t want to get off of, is a powerful representation of the wild, intense energy of their relationship. Just as a rodeo horse bucks and twists unpredictably, so too does the singer’s lover keep her off balance and uncertain, even as she finds herself craving more of what he has to offer. Ultimately, though, she must face the truth that their connection is ultimately unhealthy and unsustainable, and she decides to leave him behind.
This song is a poignant and insightful portrayal of the ups and downs of love and relationships, as well as the ways in which we can become hooked on the thrill of an unstable connection. The use of the rodeo metaphor is a particularly effective way of capturing the excitement and intensity of a relationship that is both exhilarating and ultimately destructive.
Line by Line Meaning
I don't know where I am with you
I am unsure about where we stand in our relationship
Struck down and mad like Betty Boo
I feel infatuated and crazy about you
I'll go along for the ride dear
I am willing to continue with this uncertain relationship
It must be something serious
I sense that there is more to this relationship than meets the eye
'cause when we kiss it makes me blush
I feel embarrassed and nervous when we kiss
and you've been spending more time here
I have noticed that you are staying with me more often
That's what you do
Your behavior is confusing me
Keep me confused
You intentionally keep me uncertain about our relationship
Crazy as it all may seem
This situation is confusing and difficult to understand
And why aren't you
Why don't you feel the same way I do?
when I am thru
When I have given up on this relationship
You say you gotta thing for me
You claim to have feelings for me
It's your love, keppin' me guessing now
Your inconsistent love is causing me confusion
Your love, unpredictable
Your love is difficult to anticipate or understand
Your love, like a rodeo horse I don't wanna get off
Your love is like a wild ride that I do not want to end
This thing is quickening in pace
Our relationship is becoming more intense and serious
So strong like ho-ho pin on mace
Our connection is powerful and overwhelming
It knocks me out with its power (pssst)
Our intense relationship is taking over me and making me dizzy
I guess I'll have to buckle up
I need to brace myself for this wild ride
Take in my heels so you won't stop
I am willing to go along with your unpredictable love
making more love every hour
Our relationship is becoming more intense with each passing moment
You come and go
You are inconsistent in your behavior towards me
Won't let it show
You do not reveal your true feelings towards me
Dreaming me to keep me keen
You keep me interested by giving me false hope
And now I know
I understand the true nature of our relationship
I should let go
I need to move on from this uncertain relationship
It's your love, keppin' me guessing now
Your inconsistent love is causing me confusion
You say you gotta thing for me
You claim to have feelings for me
Ooo
Indicates emotional response to these complicated feelings
I'll be running after you
I will pursue this uncertain relationship despite the difficulties
Scuffing up my brand new shoes
I am willing to endure hardships in order to maintain this relationship
I'm leaving you
I am ending this uncertain relationship
Don't you realize what you get
You do not understand the consequences of your actions in our relationship
Always blowing cold and hot
You are inconsistent and unpredictable in your behavior towards me
When your gone I never stop
I cannot stop thinking about you, even when you are not around
Contributed by Brody K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.