For nearly ten years, Schneider has performed a Monday night residency at the Saxon Pub, an intimate and legendary venue on South Lamar, Austin, Texas. Schneider and the members of Lonelyland, the band name that he uses to keep these shows “underground,” are seated on stage as they work through a “live rehearsal” of songs that Schneider calls up from his repertoire of over four hundred songs.
There are always new songs that are played for the first time or new
arrangements of classics that are tested. The show often begins with acoustic, somber and introspective songs and eventually gives way to storytelling, raunchy rock and comedic breaks.
But anything goes…really. And, that is exactly what the audience loves about Schneider.
Schneider's recording career spans some 20 albums, which include eight solo albums and those with his bands, all of which are legendary in the Austin, Texas music scene of the 90’s, The Scabs, Joe Rockhead and The Ugly Americans. There are many peaks within these albums but Lonelyland (2001) and I’m Good Now (2004) stand out at as the “mainstream highlights” while The Galaxy Kings (2002) and Underneath the Onion Trees (2000), are beautiful “artistic statements” and fan favorites.
If you take a journey through this collection of albums you’ll discover an artist with no boundaries. Schneider's repertoire covers a spectrum of musical styles…. mambo, rap, blues, country, Latin, swing, soul, even bluegrass…. all done with the aplomb of a virtuoso of any one of those musical genres.
Many of these genres are explored on Schneider’s album, Tarantula. Tarantula sparkles with songs that reflect a songwriter, artist and entertainer at the peak of his creative heights. It is an apex in Schneider's album catalog and stands alongside Lonelyland and I’m Good Now as one of his best.
Fans will know “['track artist=Bob Schneider]Tarantula” as the name of the song that has been Schneider's live signature for years. It’s the part of the show where the audience jumps to their feet, dances in the aisles, howls at the moon and sings the refrain along with Schneider. Sheer fun.
The song has never been available on a studio album so fans will know right away that they are in for a treat. Those lucky enough to have been at the Saxon the night that the lead single, “40 Dogs (Like Romeo and Juliet)” was debuted knew right away that they were in for something special with this album. There is a beautiful heart-rendering break-up song, “Changing Your Mind,” with Patty Griffin lending even more rue. “Trash” and “Bicycle Vs. The Car” both prove again that Bob is a master of pop hooks, melody and inspired wordplay.
Bob Schneider: At A Glance
He was born in Michigan but moved to Germany when he was two where he grew up attending Catholic school. His father sang opera and his mother taught school. He left Germany as a student to attend art school at the University of Texas/El Paso. He dropped out and moved to Austin where he struggled around as a musician before gaining some national recognition via his punk-funk band Joe Rockhead. He signed to Capricorn Records as the rock n’soul band, Ugly Americans, and nearly simultaneously formed The Scabs with a band of infamous Austin neo-legends known for (and still performing) their outrageous live shows.
In 1999, Bob took a solo turn to explore his introspective singer/songwriter side, and in 2001, Republic Records signs him after Lonelyland, explodes in his hometown and becomes (and remains) the biggest selling album in the history of Austin’s infamous Waterloo Records. A couple of self-released “artistic exploration” albums are released before, I’m Good Now, is released on Vanguard in 2004, and there is another flirt with mainstream chart success with the singles, “Captain Kirk” and “Come With Me Tonight.”
He has built his audience by touring relentlessly and over the years has opened for the Dixie Chicks, Stevie Nicks, Sheryl Crow, Dave Matthews and the H.O.R.D.E Tour, but mostly through headlining club and theater tours. Bob will be on tour in May and June of 2009 playing songs from the new album, Tarantula.
Round and Round
Bob Schneider Lyrics
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And hits the ground with a smack
And you're back on the wrong track
Where' your at when you lost you're head
Get out of bed that's what I said
And you're feeling like the dead seeing red
Reborn where's my porn
My pants are torn up damnit where's the wine
Bustin' clocks changin' my locks
I know the time it's time to get up
And get out and get over this
But I don't know how and I don't know why
And the world goes round
And the world goes around
And the world goes round round
When your bets been beat and they turn up the heat
And you feel a little weak and you can hardly speak
And the coconuts come to your house with a bomb
And blow up the cake you got from your mom
And your diapers aren't dry and the neighbors all die
And you feel a little high a little higher than the big blue sky
And you wring your hands and the blood pours out
And the blood pours out
When your friends evaporate and you can't catch a break
And you're tied to the stake and everything you hate
Comes crashing down on your big round
Golen greazy crown and you can't make a sound
And you feel like your drowning and you stumble through the dark
And the dogs start to bark and you're fired on a lark
And your skin starts to spark and you're burning up inside
And your dentures start to slide
The song "Round and Round" by Bob Schneider is a poignant expression of a person's struggle to cope with different challenges in life. The opening lines, "When your head falls off your neck, And hits the ground with a smack, And you're back on the wrong track" creates a powerful metaphor for feeling lost or disconnected from oneself. The singer advises to "Get out of bed," despite the feeling of not wanting to wake up, "seeing red," and being "like the dead." The song touches on the pain of losing a loved one when the singer sings "Put my body in a pine box baby," alluding to his death when he suggests "Changin' my locks, I know the time it's time to get up, and get out and get over this, But I don't know how and I don't know why."
The chorus of the song, "And the world goes round, And the world goes around, And the world goes round round" highlights that life moves on, with or without the individual. The lyrics describe situations like being robbed of one's bet, dealing with a high from a state of euphoria, hearing dogs bark, or even feeling the pressure from the neighbors cooking. The song also alludes to loneliness in the line "When your friends evaporate, and you can't catch a break," which adds to the feeling of struggling, trying so hard but not always succeeding.
Bob Schneider's "Round and Round" delves into life's complexities and how different situations could leave one feeling lost, confused, or alone. The song seems to suggest, that even though life could be hard, it continues to move forward. The chorus refrains, reminding listeners that no matter what - "the world goes round and round."
Line by Line Meaning
When your head falls off your neck
When you are feeling disoriented and lost
And hits the ground with a smack
Experiencing a sudden and harsh realization
And you're back on the wrong track
You are no longer heading towards your goals or ambitions
Where' your at when you lost you're head
Being completely lost and confused
Get out of bed that's what I said
Time to start taking action towards a better life
And you're feeling like the dead seeing red
Feeling overwhelmed with negative emotions and anger
Reborn where's my porn
Searching for something to bring temporary pleasure or distraction
My pants are torn up damnit where's the wine
Feeling frustrated and in need of a release
Put my body in a pine box baby
Saying goodbye to old habits and starting anew
Bustin' clocks changin' my locks
Making significant changes in life and leaving the past behind
I know the time it's time to get up
Realizing the need to take control of one's life
And get out and get over this
Coming to terms with past difficulties and moving on
But I don't know how and I don't know why
Feeling lost and perplexed on how to make a change
And the world goes round
Life goes on despite personal struggles
And the world goes around
Life goes on despite personal struggles
And the world goes round round
Life is constantly changing and unpredictable
When your bets been beat and they turn up the heat
Feeling defeated and under pressure
And you feel a little weak and you can hardly speak
Feeling vulnerable and powerless
And the coconuts come to your house with a bomb
Facing unexpected and drastic challenges
And blow up the cake you got from your mom
Experiencing a loss of something significant
And your diapers aren't dry and the neighbors all die
Everything seems to be going wrong
And you feel a little high a little higher than the big blue sky
Experiencing a sense of euphoria despite difficulties
And you wring your hands and the blood pours out
Feeling anxious and overwhelmed
When your friends evaporate and you can't catch a break
Feeling alone and unsupported
And you're tied to the stake and everything you hate
Feeling trapped and unfulfilled
Comes crashing down on your big round
Life's struggles are weighing down
Golen greazy crown and you can't make a sound
Feeling powerless and defeated
And you feel like your drowning and you stumble through the dark
Feeling lost and overwhelmed
And the dogs start to bark and you're fired on a lark
Experiencing unexpected setbacks and obstacles
And your skin starts to spark and you're burning up inside
Feeling intense emotions and internal turmoil
And your dentures start to slide
Experiencing physical signs of aging and decline
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing, ME GUSTA MUSIC
Written by: ROBERT LINWOOD SCHNEIDER
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When your head falls off your neck
And hits the ground with a smack
And you're back on the wrong track
Where' your at when you lost you're head
Get out of bed that's what I said
And you're feeling like the dead seeing red
Reborn where's my porn
My pants are torn up damnit where's the wine
Put my body in a pine box baby
Bustin' clocks changin' my locks
I know the time it's time to get up
And get out and get over this
But I don't know how and I don't know why
And the world goes round
And the world goes around
And the world goes round & round
When your bets been beat and they turn up the heat
And you feel a little weak and you can hardly speak
And the coconuts come to your house with a bomb
And blow up the cake you got from your mom
And your diapers aren't dry and the neighbors all die
And you feel a little high a little higher than the big blue sky
And you wring your hands and the blood pours out
And the blood pours out
When your friends evaporate and you can't catch a break
And you're tied to the stake and everything you hate
Comes crashing down on your big round
Golen greazy crown and you can't make a sound
And you feel like your drowning and you stumble through the dark
And the dogs start to bark and you're fired on a lark
And your skin starts to spark and you're burning up inside
And your dentures start to slide
Luke S.
loved this song
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When your head falls off your neck
And hits the ground with a smack
And you're back on the wrong track
Where' your at when you lost you're head
Get out of bed that's what I said
And you're feeling like the dead seeing red
Reborn where's my porn
My pants are torn up damnit where's the wine
Put my body in a pine box baby
Bustin' clocks changin' my locks
I know the time it's time to get up
And get out and get over this
But I don't know how and I don't know why
And the world goes round
And the world goes around
And the world goes round & round
When your bets been beat and they turn up the heat
And you feel a little weak and you can hardly speak
And the coconuts come to your house with a bomb
And blow up the cake you got from your mom
And your diapers aren't dry and the neighbors all die
And you feel a little high a little higher than the big blue sky
And you wring your hands and the blood pours out
And the blood pours out
When your friends evaporate and you can't catch a break
And you're tied to the stake and everything you hate
Comes crashing down on your big round
Golen greazy crown and you can't make a sound
And you feel like your drowning and you stumble through the dark
And the dogs start to bark and you're fired on a lark
And your skin starts to spark and you're burning up inside
And your dentures start to slide
Vicki Reed
Very cool sounds.
Lane Randall
My left ear really enjoyed the acoustics
Carol Clark
Who is the soprano or contratenor who sings background on this tune? If anyone knows, let me know. Thanks.
Nathan Fazzio
it was sandra bullock's mom. Sandra featured a few of his songs in her movies as well. She has since passed.