Dishwalla, which emerged out of the early stages of post-grunge, is composed of J.R. Richards (vocals), Scot Alexander (bass), Rodney Browning Cravens (guitar), Jim Wood (keyboards), and George Pendergast (drums). They spent the mid-'90s touring with the likes of Sheryl Crow, Blind Melon, and the Goo Goo Dolls in support of Pet Your Friends. Prior to making a second album, the band was caught in the middle of the Polygram/Universal merger and such a move left Dishwalla pondering what to do next. Their second album, And You Think You Know What Life's About, was released in 1998; promotion and sales were lackluster due to label downsizing. Dishwalla's time with A&M was short-lived and exhausting because of such corporate behavior, but they stuck it out to contribute their cover version of "Policy of Truth" for the Depeche Mode tribute album For the Masses. By the new millennium, Dishwalla left behind major-market America for a third album. They signed with Immergent while Pendergrast parted ways with the band. Pete Maloney, a drummer picked up on the 1998 tour, resumed percussion duties. In 2002, Dishwalla issued their experimental third album Opaline (Immergent), quickly followed by 2003's Live... Greetings from the Flow State. A self-titled album produced by Sylvia Massy (Tool, System of a Down), Bill Szymczyk, and Ryan Greene (NOFX, Nerf Herder) followed in 2005 before the band went on indefinite hiatus.
Three years passed before Dishwalla would return in 2008. Debuting a lineup that joined original members Alexander, Pendergast, Cravens, and Wood with new vocalist Justin Fox, the band hit the road, touring sporadically over the following years. They would not return to the studio until 2016, when they began recording their first album in a decade. Juniper Road arrived in 2017.
Biography by MacKenzie Wilson
Coral Sky
Dishwalla Lyrics
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It's been almost a year since coral sky.
All the time,
I could tell that you were just untouchable.
So I left alone (said I had to go)
Made it like I didn't care
Don't let it end here now
'Cause you're right, and I'm everything you're not
Could I ever be the one
Summertime,
I can't believe she's in my head again.
Don't you confuse
I might put up a fight, but I'm not bulletproof.
So I left alone (just me and my Patron)
Summer dies and so could I
Hey, don't let the sun go down
Don't let it end here now
'Cause you're right, and I'm everything, everything, everything I'm not
Hey, don't let the sun go down
Don't let it end here now
'Cause you're right, and I'm everything, everything, everything I'm not
(cause you're right) you're wrong,
And I'm everything you're not
'Cause you're right, I'm wrong
Could I ever be the one
Be the one
In Dishwalla's "Coral Sky," the lyrics paint a picture of a summertime romance that has ended. The singer reminisces about the previous year when he was with his love, "coral sky." He admits that he felt his love was untouchable, but he had to leave alone, pretending it didn't affect him. The chorus pleads for the sun not to set on this love, and he wonders if he could ever be the one she needs. As the story progresses, the singer reveals that the summertime romance has taken hold of him again, even if he puts up a fight. The song concludes with the singer admitting his faults and asking if he could ever be what his love needs him to be.
The song ends on a hopeful note, hinting at the potential of rekindling the romance. The lyrics are relatable to many, as they touch on the experience of a summer fling that ends too soon, leaving the participants wistful and longing. Musically, "Coral Sky" features significant vocal range, with the chorus' high notes providing an uplift in the song.
Line by Line Meaning
Summertime,
The season of summer,
It's been almost a year since coral sky.
It's been almost a year since the memorable incident that happened under the coral-streaked sky.
All the time,
Throughout the whole period of time since then,
I could tell that you were just untouchable.
I could tell that you were someone I could never reach or have a connection with.
So I left alone (said I had to go)
So I left by myself without telling you my true feelings or motives.
Made it like I didn't care
Made it appear as if I had no concern or attachment.
Hey, don't let the sun go down
Don't let the day end without resolving this issue.
Don't let it end here now
Don't let this be the end of our relationship or communication.
'Cause you're right, and I'm everything you're not
You're correct and I lack the qualities that you possess.
Could I ever be the one
Is it possible for me to be the person you want me to be?
Summertime,
The season of summer,
I can't believe she's in my head again.
I can't believe that memories of her are resurfacing in my mind again.
Don't you confuse
Don't be mistaken or misled.
I might put up a fight, but I'm not bulletproof.
I might resist or protest, but I am susceptible to emotional pain.
So I left alone (just me and my Patron)
So I left by myself with only my tequila Patron for company.
Summer dies and so could I
As summer fades, so does my optimism and will to live.
Hey, don't let the sun go down
Don't let the day end without resolving this issue.
Don't let it end here now
Don't let this be the end of our relationship or communication.
'Cause you're right, and I'm everything, everything, everything I'm not
You're correct and I lack the qualities that you possess.
(cause you're right) you're wrong,
(because you're right) I admit that you are correct and I am wrong.
And I'm everything you're not
I lack the qualities that you possess.
'Cause you're right, I'm wrong
Because you are correct and I am wrong.
Could I ever be the one
Is it possible for me to be the person you want me to be?
Lyrics © JOHN ROBERT RICHARDS
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James Parfitt
This used to be one of my favourite songs! Insane tune!
Alex Ventura
Dishwalla es lo mejor que he oído, eres mi ídolo J.R. Richards, bendiciones desde Perú :)
Jay Urbanik
Great band. It's great to hear these guys again. Dishwalla,Tonic,Vertical horizon,Live,Toad the wet sprocket. All great bands that great solid,Powerful,beautiful songs. Thx for posting.
María Leon
dishwalla is awsome, i think they are so understimated, thumbs up if you agree with me..
Arnold Pangilinan
one of the most underappreciated bands. what a shame....
Blake R
The opening guitar part is used by CBS for their PGA coverage.
Jun Wee Cheah
Most underrated band of all time. I got their 1st album 12 years ago and it only got some chart recognition in Australia after 6 years. Hope they continue to give us awesome tunes. Thanks for the post.
blackstarlight17
I love this song, I just wish I knew where I could get it for my MP3 X3
OZHKAR1
whatta song!
George House
My favorite song. Period.