Her overnight success might not come as a surprise to all, as Rosinkranz has been writing songs since she was 8. Filling notebooks and iPads with lyrics, turns of phrase, and poems, the homeschooled artist would spend hours writing lyrics to songs that didn’t exist yet. Sometimes, she’d help her musician father, Ragnar, with melodies and lyrics for songs he’d been tasked to compose for TV shows and ad jingles.
Claire describes her style as alternative blues-pop, equally as inspired by early influences (like The Beatles’ Help!, Frank Ocean, and the Jack Johnson songs the family would listen to around the house) as it is by the singer-songwriter’s contemporaries, like Benee, Bruno Major, and Still Woozy.
Claire traffics in lo-fi songs with intricate yet totally relatable lyrics about friendship, crushes, family, and feelings. They plumb the depths of the human condition in very short bursts, exposing the songwriter’s remarkable emotional maturity and strong, singular grasp on her sound. Narratively, tracks like “Tough Guy” and “Seriouslaaay” follow Claire’s stories from start to finish while Ragnar’s clean, crisp production buoys his daughter’s crystal-clear vocals. “He totally captures my vision and if I don’t like something, I’m not afraid to say it,” Claire says of her dad. “Because we’re able to communicate so well, the process happens so quickly.”
The “star of the show,” Claire says of her catalogue, is “Backyard Boy,” the final song she wrote for the EP and one that grew legs of its own shortly after release, achieving massive viral success all on its own. “I was getting DMs from people telling me that ‘Backyard Boy’ was doing really well on TikTok,” she remembers. “Then, friends started texting me. Then more people were texting me. So I opened TikTok and I had 300,000 videos under the song and realized, “Oh, this is a thing!”
Signing to slowplay/Republic Records in 2020, Claire realized the work and dedication she’d been putting into music for half her life was coming to fruition. In August, she shot the “Backyard Boy” music video but kept things close to the family, as she’s done for years (it’s directed by her uncle, the first AD is her cousin, and close family friends star alongside her onscreen). “I think people are connecting to that song because it’s about a feeling you long for, especially during this time,” she says. “Everyone wants to have this experience but it’s something we can’t have right now because of COVID. But ‘Backyard Boy’ makes you feel like you can.”
Claire has spent a few years drilling down on her craft by refining her songwriting and learning to play instruments like the ukulele, the piano, and the jazz electric guitar (“that’s the one I absolutely enjoy the most,” she says), which have helped her turn her lyrics into fully imagined soundscapes. “I consider myself a writer first and foremost,” she’s quick to note. “I’m super fortunate to be able to sing all my songs, and I want to sing them, but writing is my favorite part of the entire process.”
Never Goes Away
Claire Rosinkranz Lyrics
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It never ever really goes away
Da-da-da-da, da-da-da
'Cause it never ever really goes a-
My body's kinda sore (so sore)
Motivation on the floor (on the floor)
The drama makes me bored
I know that's kinda fucked up (fucked up)
Need a Band-Aid for his tongue (ooh)
Simply insensitive
Your mouth is kinda dumb
Ooh, why can't you think before you speak?
Oh, why? 'Cause it never ever really goes away
All the things you do and all the things you say
So watch your mouth 'cause you can't really take
Back all the things you do and things you say
'Cause it never ever really goes away
Da-da-da-da, da-da-da
'Cause it never ever really goes away
Da-da-da-da, da-da-da
It never ever really goes a-
Your words come out like glue (like glue)
Like gum gets stuck on shoes (ew)
It's really sticky
And it's really quite annoying too (ugh)
Maybe it's just a little better
Livin' in your brain (keep it to yourself)
Instead of spillin' it all out
And leavin' a permanent stain
Ooh, why can't you think before you speak?
Oh, why? 'Cause it never ever really goes away
All the things you do and all the things you say
So watch your mouth 'cause you can't really take
Back all the things you do and things you say
'Cause it never ever really goes away
Da-da-da-da, da-da-da
'Cause it never ever really goes away
Da-da-da-da, da-da-da
It never ever really goes away
Da-da-da-da, da-da-da
Never ever really goes away
Mm, mm-mm
Da-da-da-da, da-da-da
Never ever, it never ever
It never ever really, ever goes away
The lyrics to Claire Rosinkranz's song "Never Goes Away" explore the idea that words and actions have lasting effects and consequences. The singer addresses someone who consistently says hurtful things without considering the impact of their words. The chorus emphasizes that these actions and words never truly disappear and continue to have an impact on others.
The song begins with the repetition of "da-da-da-da, da-da-da," which serves as a melodic introduction and adds a catchy element to the song. The first verse highlights the singer's physical and emotional exhaustion, expressing how the constant negativity from the person she is addressing brings her down. The mention of rumors and name-calling indicates the toxic nature of their relationship.
In the pre-chorus, the singer questions why the person doesn't think before speaking, suggesting a lack of consideration for the consequences of their words. The chorus emphasizes that the effects of their actions and words never go away. No matter how much time passes, they continue to affect others. The repetitiveness of the chorus emphasizes the importance of being mindful of what is said and done.
The second verse expands on the stickiness and annoyance caused by the person's words. The analogy of glue and gum stuck on shoes illustrates how the impact lingers and becomes difficult to remove. The singer suggests that it would be better for the person to keep their thoughts to themselves rather than spilling them out and leaving a lasting negative impression.
Overall, "Never Goes Away" serves as a reminder of the significance of our words and actions. It encourages listeners to think before speaking and to be aware of the lasting effects they can have on others.
Line by Line Meaning
Da-da-da-da, da-da-da
The issue I'm about to address is constantly present and ongoing.
It never ever really goes away
No matter what, this problem persists and lingers.
Da-da-da-da, da-da-da
The problem just keeps coming back.
'Cause it never ever really goes a-
Because it never truly disappears or vanishes.
My body's kinda sore (so sore)
I am emotionally and physically exhausted.
Motivation on the floor (on the floor)
I lack the drive and enthusiasm to keep going.
The drama makes me bored
The unnecessary conflicts are tiresome and uninteresting to me.
But I heard he said she's a whore (shh)
I overheard someone spreading rumors and degrading another person.
I know that's kinda fucked up (fucked up)
I am aware that such behavior is messed up and wrong.
Need a Band-Aid for his tongue (ooh)
He should stop saying hurtful things and use some restraint.
Simply insensitive
His lack of consideration for others is plain and thoughtless.
Your mouth is kinda dumb
You often speak without thinking, revealing your unintelligent nature.
Ooh, why can't you think before you speak?
Why can't you consider the consequences of your words beforehand?
Oh, why? 'Cause it never ever really goes away
This is why the impact of your words is lasting and irreversible.
All the things you do and all the things you say
Every action and remark you make has consequences.
So watch your mouth 'cause you can't really take
Be cautious with your speech since it's impossible to retract
Back all the things you do and things you say
Undo or erase all the effects caused by your actions and words.
'Cause it never ever really goes away
Because the impact continues to exist and persist.
Your words come out like glue (like glue)
Your words stick and cling to people like adhesive.
Like gum gets stuck on shoes (ew)
Similar to chewing gum getting stuck on footwear, your words are bothersome and difficult to remove.
It's really sticky
Your words have a lasting effect and are hard to shake off.
And it's really quite annoying too (ugh)
Furthermore, your words are not only lasting but also irritating.
Maybe it's just a little better
Perhaps it would be preferable
Livin' in your brain (keep it to yourself)
To keep your thoughts and opinions internalized.
Instead of spillin' it all out
Rather than freely expressing them without considering the consequences
And leavin' a permanent stain
Which results in leaving a lasting mark or impact.
Never ever really goes away
Unfortunately, this problem doesn't truly vanish or disappear.
Mm, mm-mm
Hmm, it's a continuous and ongoing issue.
Never ever, it never ever
It always persists and remains.
It never ever really, ever goes away
It never truly fades or disappears, forever present.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Claire Rosinkranz, Elie Jay Rizk
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@guavywuavy
YOUR SO SO SO UNDERRATED
@DsgSleazy
Fax
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PERIODTTT
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True
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IKRR
@NathaniaDemecillo
Lesson I learned: Don't be careless about the things that you say. No matter how small it is, you have to make sure that your words bring life and encourage others. When you speak bad things, you are hurting someone. No matter what you have said, you have said it, and it never ever really goes away because you have already spoke. Be considerate with your words because what you have said exists and it won't go away even if you are sorry for it.
@DsgSleazy
Thanks for telling me what she said in the video and adding fluff to make it seem profound.
@vin.raviii
@@DsgSleazy bro took it personally
@NoseNoBounds
Oh did'ya?