Comprised of Joe Demaio (vocals), Marcelo Sedano (guitar/vocals), Armani Sanchez (guitar), Travis Knutz (bass), Rob Cesena (keys/synth/programming) and Johnny Thunder (drums), Casino Madrid formed in 2007. In 2009, the band released their self-produced EP, For Kings and Queens, which has sold over 20,000 digital tracks. The EP got re-released in 2010 with 3 extra songs, and in 2011 through Razor and Tie, Artery Recordings, the band released their full-length Robots.
Members:
Austin Graham - Guitar (founding member)
Sean Quinn - Guitar (founding member)
Kevin Butler - Bass/Clean Vocals (founding member)
Johnny Cruz - Drums (founding member)
Rob Cesena - Keyboards
Joe DeMaio - Unclean Vocals
Other members:
Andrew - Vocals (founding member)
Don Vedda - Guitar
Armani Sanchez - Guitar
Marcelo Sedano - Guitar/Vocals
Joan Cruz - Drums
Travis Knutz - Bass
Aaron Duarte - Vocals
Clouds
Casino Madrid Lyrics
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(Where were you last night?)
Where were you when I needed you most?
(Where were you last night?)
The opening lines of Casino Madrid's song Clouds seems to be a lament of a person who needed someone's help but they were nowhere to be found. The repeated question, "Where were you when I needed you most?" expresses disappointment, frustration, and a sense of abandonment. The second line, "Where were you last night?" implies that the person may have needed the other's presence at a specific time. This lyrical theme of longing for someone's company and support only to be let down is relatable and emotionally charged.
It's possible that the song's lyrics touch on the theme of betrayal, which is common in relationships. The first line indicates that someone was in distress, yet the person they trusted was not there to help. The second line seems to suggest that the person was with someone else instead of being there for the one in need, adding to the feeling of betrayal. In general, "Clouds" has a melancholic tone and is a reminder of how we often underestimate the importance of being present for our loved ones when they need us the most.
Line by Line Meaning
Where were you when I needed you most?
I am questioning your whereabouts when I was in a crisis and needed your presence.
(Where were you last night?)
I specifically want to know where you were last night when I required your assistance.
You left me all alone, all alone in the dark
You abandoned me when I was feeling helpless and lonely, without any guidance or support.
You left me all alone, all alone in the dark
You deserted me in a situation where I was vulnerable and did not have anyone to rely on.
I should have known, I should have known from the start
In hindsight, I should have recognized your true intentions and behavior from the beginning of our relationship.
I should have known, I should have known from the start
I regret not having the foresight to see through your actions and predict how you would treat me in times of need.
That you would try and tear me apart
You aimed to damage and divide me emotionally, instead of being a comforting presence that would be there for me.
That you would try and tear me apart
You attempted to harm me psychologically and cause me to suffer through your actions and behavior.
And now you're gone, and now you're gone
You have disappeared from my life and are no longer present to help or cause harm.
And all I see are clouds
All that is visible to me in my current state of distress are unsettling and ambiguous thoughts and feelings.
And all I see are clouds
My mind is clouded and filled with uncertainty and confusion, making it difficult to think clearly and make sound decisions.
And now you're gone, and now you're gone
You have vanished from my life without any warning or explanation.
And all I see are clouds
My mind and emotions are in a state of turmoil, making it hard for me to see things clearly or make sense of my circumstances.
Contributed by Josiah P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.