Patton released the album "Should Confusion" in 2004 on his own label, then moved to Brooklyn, NY. Buzz for the album began with glowing reviews from small websites like kweevak.com and indie-music.com, and grew into an invitation to play at the Newport Folk Festival and a nomination for "Album of the Year" by the 2004 Independent Music Awards.
Soon after, an internet radio station show called "Indie Pop Rocks" on SOMA.FM started spinning the song "What’s the Worst That Could Happen," and BBC America aired it as well. Patton’s name started showing up on myspace.com lists and getting downloaded off CDBaby.com and iTunes. Colleges started calling him to come and perform.
He eventually signed a publishing deal with ACM Records. He is currently working on his next album, which will be released on his own label, Merlin Pool.
Rockets
Brandon Patton Lyrics
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Take another bloody patient
Momma don't care if you shoot those rockets out One vibrations going good
The other blamer's shooting the hood
Did you know you were born in a blizzard?
Did you hear about the outta the crib?
Did you know you were a picky eater?
Never doctor pepper
Take one vibration
Go ahead. Knock your teeth out.
Take one vibration
Go ahead. Knock your teeth out.
Take one vibration
Take another bloody patient
Momma don't care if you shoot those rockets out Did you know you were born in a blizzard?
Did you know about the outta the crib?
Did you know you were a picky eater?
Never doctor pepper only miss the pip.
Did you know you never spoke of chris cool?
So the teacher tried to hold you back.
Go ahead. Knock your teeth out *Normal conversation*
That's all?
That's all you have to say?
I'm gonna learn it too, so that I can sing it with you.
Take another bloody patient? (yeah)
Momma don't care if you shoot your rockets off?
(dem rockets)
Take one vibration
Take another bloody patient
Momma don't care if you shoot those rockets off *repeat*
The song Rockets by Brandon Patton has a chorus that repeats the lines "Take one vibration, take another bloody patient, Momma don't care if you shoot those rockets out." This line is repeated twice in the chorus, accompanied by a guitar riff. The song is quite abstract and does not have an obvious story behind it. However, upon closer examination, the lyrics can be interpreted to be about taking risks and living life on your own terms, while not caring about the consequences.
The line "Take one vibration" could be a metaphor for taking a chance or seizing an opportunity, while "take another bloody patient" could refer to the potential risks involved in that decision. The notion of "shooting rockets out" can be interpreted as taking action and following one's dreams, even if it may be dangerous or risky. The chorus is repeated several times throughout the song, emphasizing the message of taking chances and being unafraid to pursue one's passions.
Overall, the song seems to be encouraging the listener to live life boldly and not be afraid to take risks. The abstract lyrics and repetition of phrases create a hypnotic and thought-provoking effect.
Line by Line Meaning
Take one vibration
Start with something simple
Take another bloody patient
Deal with another tough situation, despite the bloodshed
Momma don't care if you shoot those rockets out
Your actions have little to no effect on others
One vibrations going good
One thing is going well
The other blamer's shooting the hood
Someone else is causing problems in the neighborhood
Did you know you were born in a blizzard?
Did you know you're tougher than you think?
Did you hear about the outta the crib?
Did you hear about the time you almost didn't make it?
Did you know you were a picky eater?
Did you know you had specific tastes and preferences?
Never doctor pepper
only miss the pip.
You never settle for a substitute, only the real thing
Go ahead. Knock your teeth out.
Feel free to express yourself, even if it's not easy
That's all?
Is there more to the story?
I'm gonna learn it too, so that I can sing it with you.
I want to understand you better and support you
Take another bloody patient? (yeah)
Are you ready for another challenge? (yes)
Take one vibration
Take another bloody patient
Momma don't care if you shoot those rockets off *repeat*
Life is full of ups and downs, but ultimately, you have the power to do what you want
Contributed by Keira M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.