… Read Full Bio ↴Colour Revolt is an American indie rock band from Jackson, Mississippi.
Colour Revolt's members first played together while they were high school students at Jackson Academy in Jackson, MS under the name Foxxe, then changing to Fletcher and releasing a full length entitled "Friends Don't Speak". They then moved on to become college students at the University of Mississippi in Oxford, Mississippi. They take their current name from Edwin Abbott's mathematical novel, Flatland.
The group had intended to record their first EP in Mississippi in August of 2005, but Hurricane Katrina interrupted the recording session, and so they recorded it in the house of local label Esperanza Plantation's owner. The self-titled EP came out in December of 2005; following this the group toured with Brand New and signed to Interscope Records, who re-released the EP on their subsidiary Tiny Evil in October 2006.
The group has also performed at SXSW and toured with Dinosaur Jr., Black Lips, Okkervil River, Menomena, Paper Rival, Explosions in the Sky, Malajube, Anathallo, and Manchester Orchestra.
They then signed with Fat Possum Records; their full-length debut, produced by Clay Jones, was released on April 1, 2008. In 2008, Boston newspaper The Phoenix named them the Best New Band from Mississippi.
Jesse Coppenbarger - vocals, guitar, keyboard
Sean Kirkpatrick. - vocals, guitar, keyboards
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Len Clark - drums, vocals
Drew Mellon - bass
Patrick Addison - bass
Jimmy Cajoleas - guitar
The Cradle
Colour Revolt Lyrics
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melt down tv's, and pawn off old pants.
And worry too much, "Should I curb my past?"
If you've never had it done,
we pray it happens to you fast.
Even though, it is tacky.
I deserve eternal laughing.
burn what I am able then I run with the cradle.
Truthful lips lead lost thoughts and the body follows that,
so you can take nothing.
If it's not deserved what would you do?
Put voodoo on your man.
Put something on my head.
Even now, I am thinking.
And all the while, I can leave with it.
So I walk into the stable,
take what I have paid for then I run with the cradle.
So, I scream until I'm stable.
Walk when I am able then I talk with the cradle of love.
The lyrics of Colour Revolt's song "The Cradle" explore several themes, all conveyed through a sequence of puzzling and cryptic metaphors. One of the most apparent themes is the idea of destruction, both of the physical space (through burning things), and of the mental realm (through erasing the past). The opening line "Fat, stoned hearts bleed for rent," presents a sense of desperation, as if the character is willing to sacrifice anything to escape the mundane reality of life - selling old possessions, wiping out memories, ignoring responsibilities. The repetitive phrase "run with the cradle" suggests a need for something to hold onto, a sense of comfort in the midst of chaos.
The second half of the lyrics shifts toward a more introspective tone, as the singer seems to question the nature of truth and its relation to personal agency. The lines "Truthful lips lead lost thoughts and the body follows that, so you can take nothing" convey a sense of reluctance, as if the character is aware of the limitations of their beliefs and actions. The reference to voodoo and putting "something on my head" implies an attempt to exert control over one's destiny, perhaps through superstition or other irrational means. The phrase "scream until I'm stable" serves as a final catharsis, an expression of all the pent-up frustration and fear that the character has been repressing.
Overall, "The Cradle" is a complex and emotionally charged song that speaks to the human condition in a metaphorical yet relatable way. It touches on themes of escapism, destruction, and personal responsibility, all while maintaining a sense of ambiguity and mystery.
Line by Line Meaning
Fat, stoned hearts bleed for rent;
People with unhealthy lifestyles and addictions struggle to make enough money to pay their bills
melt down tv's, and pawn off old pants.
They resort to extreme measures, like selling their possessions, to make ends meet
And worry too much, "Should I curb my past?"
They are concerned about the consequences of their past actions and whether or not they should try to change
If you've never had it done,
If you've never struggled to make ends meet or face the consequences of your actions
we pray it happens to you fast.
They wish that those who have never faced hardship will learn from it quickly
Even though, it is tacky.
Even though it may not be socially acceptable
I deserve eternal laughing.
They feel they deserve to enjoy life and not worry about their struggles
So I walk into the stable,
The stable represents a place of refuge or safety
burn what I am able then I run with the cradle.
They take what they can from their situation and escape from it
Truthful lips lead lost thoughts and the body follows that,
Honesty and self-awareness can help guide one's actions and decisions
so you can take nothing.
If you do not work for something, you will not receive it
If it's not deserved what would you do?
If you do not earn something, what right do you have to it?
Put voodoo on your man.
Attempting to control or change someone else through manipulation or magic
Put something on my head.
They do not want anyone to have control over them
Even now, I am thinking.
They are constantly reflecting on their situation and choices
And all the while, I can leave with it.
They are able to accept and move on from their struggles
take what I have paid for then I run with the cradle.
They take what they have earned and escape with it
So, I scream until I'm stable.
They release their emotions until they regain control
Walk when I am able then I talk with the cradle of love.
They move forward and find comfort in their hard-earned success
Contributed by Anna Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
North House
You've gotta love this band.
jklmnug
fuck these guys are good. so fresh sounding