Since the early 90's Ron has released over 200 songs through solo CDs and DVDs, and digital releases. He's had numerous appearances on compilation CDs and as a guest performer for other artists, appeared on magazine covers, and as a soloist toured internationally headlining venues and guitar festivals. In 2008 Ron released the "Abnormal" album, described as "Sex Pistols meets Queen, with innovative guitar and a quirky Zappa-esque twist..." In 2011 he released a song a month that included transcriptions, alternate mixes and recording stems, as an innovative way to release singles.
As a child, Ron would play Bach pieces with his feet. Today, his guitar-work can be heard on Guns N' Roses' Chinese Democracy album, the theme of VH1's "That Metal Show", the Latin acoustic guitar on Jessica Simpson's "Irresistible" dance mix, and CNN-Turkey station IDs to name a few. Live, he's just as diverse, whether touring the world with GNR or at local fundraisers (notably performing with Nancy Sinatra, Cyndi Lauper, composer Fahir Atakoglu, and jazz legend Allen Toussaint.)
A record producer and songwriter for artists and publishing companies often working out of his own studio in Princeton NJ, Ron has written theme songs and background music for shows that include So You Think You Can Dance, Oprah Winfrey, Tom Brokaw, Anthony Bourdan, MTV, VH1, MuchMusic, FuseTV, CW, SpikeTV, Oxygen, E!, A&E, ESPN, UFC, WWE, NFL, MLB, NBC, PBS, and SEGA, SSI and Atari videogames.
Ron is a Professor at SUNY Purchase College teaching music production, does guitar clinics around the world, and writes articles for music magazines. He is a volunteer for many charities such as Musicians On Call visiting sick children in hospitals and the MS Research Foundation, a non-profit organization that donates funds directly to Multiple Sclerosis research.
Day to Remember
Bumblefoot Lyrics
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Time is my cage - separates me from my rage
Distract me from pain - Disconnect my chains
Images I paint ignite the fuse of my restraint
A bomb went off - it's name was me
And all things were in pieces
And in a blast I broke the cast
I was free - It went my way
All casualties - It was a day to remember
Unforgotten days - Big news come my way
Searching for release - searching for a sense of peace
Said who's to blame - The watchtower chimes again
Giving me a sign - Giving me a sense of time
A bomb went off - it's name was me
And all things were in pieces
And in a blast I broke the cast
Of all the smiley faces
I was free - It went my way
All casualties - It was a day to remember
Getting off at exit 9, like I do every time
Need to take myself to 10, otherwise I'm here again
Big news come my way - Faced the hurricane
The wind exposed my bones - My skin couldn't hold me in
Insides on the plate - eat my bitter cake
Feeling like the icing's gonna break
A bomb went off - it's name was me
And all things were in pieces
And in a blast I broke the cast
Of all the smiley faces
I was freed by all I'd done
Apologies to no one
Since I stopped sleeping, life has been one long day to remember.
The lyrics of Bumblefoot's song Day to Remember depict a sense of being bound by time, struggling to cope with pain, searching for peace, and feeling liberated by breaking free. The first verse portrays the singer's desire to live life to the fullest despite the fact that time is limited and they must live within its constraints. However, time becomes a cage for the singer, separating them from their anger and making them feel restrained. Distractions from pain and the creation of images help to ignite the singer's sense of freedom. The chorus introduces a metaphor of a bomb going off, which can represent the singer's actions and how they have affected everyone around them. The explosive nature of the bomb and the shattering of all the "smiley faces" indicate a sense of chaos and destruction, but also freedom. The second verse refers to "unforgotten days" and "big news" that have come the singer's way, possibly referencing the singer's life experiences that have brought them to where they are now. The watchtower chimes symbolize a sense of destiny or fate, and the timing of events is significant. The bridge uses vivid imagery of a hurricane and the feeling of being exposed and vulnerable, with the icing on the cake being the final blow. The final chorus completes the metaphor of the bomb going off and the resulting freedom, with the singer feeling liberated by all that they've done and unapologetic for it.
Overall, the song Day to Remember could be interpreted as a reflection on life experiences that have shaped the singer's perspective and led them to take bold actions that have consequences for themselves and others. The metaphor of the bomb going off suggests that these actions were explosive and potentially dangerous, but also that they created a sense of freedom and liberation.
Line by Line Meaning
Live your borrowed time - live your numbered lives
Value the time you have left in life, as we all have a finite amount and must make the most of it.
Time is my cage - separates me from my rage
Time is a limitation that prevents me from expressing my anger and frustration as fully as I desire.
Distract me from pain - Disconnect my chains
I seek distractions to cope with my emotional and psychological pain, which feel just as restrictive as physical chains.
Images I paint ignite the fuse of my restraint
The art I create helps me channel my emotions into something productive and expressive, but it also stirs up my pent-up feelings and makes them harder to contain.
A bomb went off - it's name was me
I went through a life-altering experience that changed me in profound ways.
And all things were in pieces
Everything around me was shattered and scattered, and I had to pick up the pieces and rebuild from scratch.
And in a blast I broke the cast
The constraints and expectations that held me back were shattered, liberating me to pursue my own path.
Of all the smiley faces
The facade of contentment and happiness that everyone around me projected was shattered, revealing the true struggles and pain beneath the surface.
I was free - It went my way
I finally felt liberated and in control of my own life, able to chart my own course and determine my own fate.
All casualties - It was a day to remember
Even though there were losses and casualties along the way, the experience was still transformative and unforgettable.
Unforgotten days - Big news come my way
Reflecting on past experiences brings up unresolved emotions and memories, and I have received some significant news or revelations.
Searching for release - searching for a sense of peace
I am seeking some sort of escape or release from the pressures and stresses of life, hoping to find inner tranquility.
Said who's to blame - The watchtower chimes again
I am questioning why certain things happened or who is responsible, but the constant ticking of time reminds me that dwelling on this won't change anything.
Giving me a sign - Giving me a sense of time
I am looking for any sort of guidance or direction, and the passage of time serves as both a reminder of mortality and a push to make the most of every moment.
Getting off at exit 9, like I do every time
I am stuck in a routine and can't seem to break free from it or make any real progress in my life.
Need to take myself to 10, otherwise I'm here again
I recognize that I need to push myself beyond my comfort zone and take risks if I want to make any significant changes in my life.
Faced the hurricane - The wind exposed my bones
I have weathered a metaphorical storm that stripped away all my defenses and left me vulnerable and exposed.
My skin couldn't hold me in - Insides on the plate
I couldn't hide my true emotions any longer, and they spilled out into the open and became impossible to ignore or suppress.
Eat my bitter cake - Feeling like the icing's gonna break
I recognize that I need to accept the consequences of my actions and eat my 'bitter cake,' but it still feels like the sweet façade I present to the world is about to crumble.
I was freed by all I'd done - Apologies to no one
Despite any missteps or regrets, I have ultimately taken control of my life and am proud of who I have become, with no need to apologize for my choices or actions.
Since I stopped sleeping, life has been one long day to remember.
I am constantly in a state of heightened consciousness and self-awareness, unable to escape my own thoughts or memories and always aware of the preciousness of each moment.
Contributed by Sadie A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.