"SHINE LIKE IT DOES" (1999), recorded with country-techno mavericks, THE ALABAMA THREE was produced by Rose with Jerry Boise (BUENA VISTA SOCIAL CLUB. "LONG SHOT NOVENA" (2001) again features A3, members of the classic Scottish band, DEL AMITRI, SEX PISTOL, Glen Matlock and members of the legendary British punk band, THE RUTS. Eileen's song "Shining" was a featured song in the Disney movie "THE ROOKIE" and is also on the soundtrack album, along with STEVE EARLE and RYAN ADAMS. Her song "Lie To Me" was featured in an episode of the TV series "Felicity".
Rose is set to release her fourth album "AT OUR TABLES" through EVANGELINE RECORDS on Monday, March 10, 2008. Opening a new chapter in her diverse career, she has now taken her music to Detroit, tracking down the city's deep-rooted musical Soul. Aided by seasoned producers Al Sutton (Sheryl Crow, Kid Rock, Detroit Cobras, Electric Six), and Eric Hoegemeyer (Charm Farm, Kid Rock, Uncle Kracker), plus members of Sponge, Detroit Cobras, and her own Holy Wreck crew.
Rose
Eileen Rose Lyrics
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I was dumb enough to stay
But all the secrets of my soul
Weren't enough to keep me home
Weren't enough to keep me straight
And all the people I have known
Never meant to let me down
And I'm inclined to just drop it like a stone
Like a little girl walking
In an older woman's shoes
I can hear my father talking, saying
"Rose, never learn to sing the blues"
So won't you take me by the hand?
Won't you lead me somewhere safe?
Because all the secrets of my soul
Aren't enough to keep me whole
Are enough to make me break
Like a little girl walking
In an older woman's shoes
I can hear my father talking, saying
"Rose, never learn to sing the blues"
It's my time, it's your time
See it's alright and as perfect
As it's going to be
Oh, you're my friend
(You've always been)
Rushing in like a wave of memory
Of a little girl walking in an older woman's shoes
I can hear my father talking, saying
"Rose, never learn to sing the blues"
I can hear my daddy talking, saying
"Rose, never learn to sing the blues"
The lyrics to Eileen Rose's song "Rose" speak to the struggle of leaving behind the familiar and venturing into the unknown. The singer reveals the conflict of feeling sure enough to take a risk, but also vulnerable enough to struggle along the way. The line "All the secrets of my soul weren't enough to keep me home" highlights the singer's desire for personal growth and the challenge of stepping outside of what is comfortable.
The song touches on the idea of human nature and the ways in which people can let us down. Despite the good intentions of the people the singer has known, sometimes we are at the mercy of the unpredictable actions of others. The singer is willing to let go of these disappointments and move forward, saying "I'm inclined to just drop it like a stone."
Finally, the repeated line "Like a little girl walking in an older woman's shoes" emphasizes the theme of growth and change. The singer's father warns her not to "learn to sing the blues," but the singer is determined to find her own way.
Overall, "Rose" is a thoughtful exploration of the courage it takes to leave behind what is familiar and venture into the unknown, with all its potential for both growth and disappointment.
Line by Line Meaning
I was sure enough to come
I was confident enough to go somewhere
I was dumb enough to stay
I was foolish enough to continue being there
But all the secrets of my soul
But all the hidden thoughts and feelings I have
Weren't enough to keep me home
Were not sufficient to make me stay there
Weren't enough to keep me straight
Were not enough to keep me from going astray
And all the people I have known
And all the individuals I've encountered
Never meant to let me down
Never intended to disappoint me
But human nature's got a mind of its own
But people have their own will and won't always act as expected
And I'm inclined to just drop it like a stone
And I am likely to abandon it quickly and completely
So won't you take me by the hand?
So won't you guide me?
Won't you lead me somewhere safe?
Won't you take me where I can feel safe?
Because all the secrets of my soul
Because all my hidden thoughts and feelings
Aren't enough to keep me whole
Are not enough to keep me emotionally intact
Are enough to make me break
Are enough to cause me to lose control
Like a little girl walking in an older woman's shoes
Like a young person trying to act more mature than they are
I can hear my father talking, saying
I can hear my dad's voice telling me
"Rose, never learn to sing the blues"
"Rose, never learn to be sad and depressed"
It's my time, it's your time
It's our moment to shine
See it's alright and as perfect as it's going to be
Understand that things are okay as they are and can't be improved
Oh, you're my friend (You've always been)
Oh, you're my companion (you've always been there for me)
Rushing in like a wave of memory
Arriving suddenly and strongly, like a recollection of the past
I can hear my father talking, saying
I can hear my dad's voice telling me
"Rose, never learn to sing the blues"
"Rose, never learn to be sad and depressed"
Contributed by Alexandra R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.