The band consists of original members Cuddy (guitar/vocals), Keelor (guitar/vocals) and Donovan (bass) plus newer additions Glenn Milchem (drums), and Bob Egan (multi-instrumentalist). Former members include Anderson (drummer), Wiseman (keyboardist), Kim Deschamps (multi-instrumentalist), Mark French (drummer), and Jamie Gray (keyboardist) and Bob Packwood (keyboards).
Blue Rodeo is one of the most successful and well known contemporary Canadian bands, having released 11 studio albums, one live album, a greatest hits collection and a DVD which have sold more than 3 million copies worldwide. In addition, both Cuddy and Keelor have released solo albums. Blue Rodeo members have collaborated extensively with other notable Canadian artists, including Jann Arden, Cowboy Junkies, Burton Cummings, Kathleen Edwards, Great Big Sea, Sarah McLachlan, The Sadies, Ron Sexsmith, Skydiggers, and The Tragically Hip. Blue Rodeo have won many Canadian music awards, including seven Juno Awards (Canada's Grammy) and principal songwriters Jim Cuddy and Greg Keelor have been honoured with seven SOCAN awards.
The band released (November 2008) Blue Road a special 20th Anniversary Live 'bootleg' DVD which features an insightful documentary by Chris Mills and an acoustic CD of their 2008 February 29th Toronto Massey Hall concert. The DVD disc features some acoustic covers, including Neil Young's "Are You Ready For The Country", Randy Travis's "Diggin' Up Bones" and Ian & Sylvia Tyson's "Four Strong Winds." In addition, there's a new bonus studio track on the audio CD by Cuddy and Keelor called "Losing You", which is also performed Live on the DVD.
It was formally announced on June 16th, 2009, that Blue Rodeo will be inducted onto Canada's Walk of Fame in Toronto in September, 2009.
On November 10th, 2009, Blue Rodeo released its twelfth studio album, The Things We Left Behind, which is a double CD featuring 16 original compositions by Greg Keelor and Jim Cuddy. The release was produced by the band with engineering and mixing assistance from Darryl Neudorf (Neko Case, Jim Cuddy, Kevin Kane, Sarah McLachlan, The Sadies), and the first single to crack the airwaves is "Arizona Dust".
It was officially announced on December 12, 2011 that Blue Rodeo will be inducted into The Canadian Music Hall of Fame, with the formal presentation to occur on April 1st, 2012 at the Canadian Juno Awards.
Blue Rodeo released its 13th studio album on October 29th, 2013 entitled In Our Nature.
Canadian Governor General David Johnston announced on Dec. 30, 2013 that Jim Cuddy and Greg Keelor will be celebrated as Officers of the Order of Canada, one of the country`s highest honours, in a ceremony to be scheduled later in 2014.
In the Fall of 2014, Blue Rodeo released their first seasonal holiday collection entitled, A Merrie Christmas To You, which is blessed with their favourite Christmas classics. The collection features beautiful songs by The Band, Big Star, Merle Haggard, Gordon Lightfoot, Joni Mitchell, Paul Simon, and two moving originals entitled "Glad To Be Alive" and "Home To You This Christmas".
Blue Rodeo released its latest studio album on October 28, 2016 entitled 1000 Arms, which was produced by Tim Vesely and the band. The Warner Music Canada release features eleven new songs penned by Jim Cuddy and Greg Keelor, and the first single is entitled "Superstar".
For photo galleries, tour dates and other information on Blue Rodeo you can visit their official website, www.BlueRodeo.com.
In My Bones
Blue Rodeo Lyrics
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You make me want to cry
Make me wake up late at night and wonder why
You wash over me like waves over stones
You're in my bones
You make me want to get up
And be a better man
You were born to me like kings to their thrones
You're in my bones
You can be what you want to be
I don't mind
If there's a season for all things
I hope that's what we'll find
But when it's time for you to go
Don't you worry
Don't look behind
Every time you walk out
You take a part of me
A part I hide so deep inside so no one sees
The beauty that nobody owns
You're in my bones
You walk with me wherever I'm going
You're in my bones
The lyrics of Blue Rodeo's song In My Bones are a heartfelt testament to the profound bond the singer shares with someone else. The song is a tribute to the overpowering presence this person has in the singer's life; they are constantly in their thoughts and affect them deeply. The lyrics "You make me want to laugh, you make me want to cry" suggest that this person brings out a gamut of emotions in the singer. They are a source of joy, as well as pain, and evoke strong feelings that the singer can't help but express.
The next few lines of the song, "Make me wake up late at night and wonder why, you wash over me like waves over stones," highlight the extent of this person's impact on the singer. They are always on their mind, even at odd hours, and their essence permeates the singer's very being. The metaphor of waves washing over stones underlines the idea that this person's love and energy leave a lasting imprint on the singer, like stones shaped by the relentless action of waves.
The final verse of the song conveys a sense of acceptance and detachment. The lyrics "You can be what you want to be, I don't mind, if there's a season for all things, I hope that's what we'll find, but when it's time for you to go, don't you worry, don't look behind" indicate that, though the singer cherishes this person's presence, they understand that life is transient, and everything has a time and a season. The final lines of the song, "You walk with me wherever I'm going, you're in my bones" underline the immensity of the bond shared between the singer and this person. Whether present or not, their presence endures within the singer and shapes their journey.
Line by Line Meaning
You make me want to laugh
You bring me so much joy and happiness that it fills me with the urge to burst into laughter.
You make me want to cry
Your presence and love are so overwhelming that it stirs up emotions in me that could make me cry in joy.
Make me wake up late at night and wonder why
You inspire me so much that even in the quiet of night, I find myself lost in thought reflecting on your effect on me
You wash over me like waves over stones
Your love continuously consumes me like water eroding on rock, making its way slowly but surely.
You're in my bones
Your impact on me is innate and ingrained within me, such that even when you're not around, you're still a part of me.
You make me want to get up
You empower me to strive harder and be the best version of myself every day.
And be a better man
You encourage me to be a man of honor, respect, and kindness, worthy of your love and in the eyes of others.
Make me want to weigh myself against my plans
You inspire me to introspect and evaluate my goals and ambitions to ensure they align with the man I aspire to be.
You were born to me like kings to their thrones
You were destined for me, perfectly suited to be my soulmate, just like how kings are appointed to their rule.
You're in my bones
Your imprint on me is unshakeable, running so deep, it's part of my very being.
You can be what you want to be
I support you wholeheartedly, and you have my assurance to pursue your dreams without any judgment or restriction.
I don't mind
Whatever you choose, I will always stand by your side, no matter the circumstances or outcome.
If there's a season for all things
Life puts us through various seasons of ups and downs, where we experience different emotions, relationships, opportunities, and challenges.
I hope that's what we'll find
I wish for us to experience various seasons of life together, sharing experiences that enrich our lives and deepen our bond.
But when it's time for you to go
When the time comes for you to move on from me, whether it be death or otherwise, it will be okay.
Don't you worry
You need not fret or feel guilty for leaving, as our bond is strong enough to withstand the test of time.
Don't look behind
Look forward with hope and courage into the next chapter of your life, knowing that I am always with you.
Every time you walk out
Each time you leave my presence, you take a piece of my heart with you.
You take a part of me
You carry with you a part of my being, which speaks volumes of the significance of your presence in my life.
A part I hide so deep inside so no one sees
I keep this part concealed from everyone, even myself, as it's the deepest, most intimate part of my heart reserved only for you.
The beauty that nobody owns
Although it's a part of me, it belongs exclusively to you, and no one else can claim it, define it, or take it away.
You're in my bones
Your love, your being, your essence - it all resonates so profoundly, it becomes a part of my identity.
You walk with me wherever I'm going
Even when you're not physically with me, I carry you in my heart, a constant companion and part of my journey.
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