Upon the band's formation, they released one extended play (EP) in 2007, titled This Is Your Way Out, and shortly after, the group underwent significant line-up and sound changes, dropping their metalcore influence and leaning towards a more rock sound. The band released their debut studio album, Relativity (2008), which featured vocalist Jonny Craig and rhythm guitarist Jonas Ladekjaer. Their second studio album, Emarosa, was released in June 2010, to critical acclaim, and was Craig's final album with the group.
Following Craig's departure, the band toured briefly with a fill-in vocalist before entering a period of inactivity. Eventually, Craig was formally replaced by Walden. Emarosa then released their third studio album, Versus, on September 9, 2014, which peaked at No. 61 in the Billboard 200. The band signed to Hopeless Records and released their fourth and fifth studio albums, 131 (2016) and Peach Club (2019). A sixth, Sting, is set for release in January 2023.
===Current members===
ER White – lead guitar (2006–present); rhythm guitar (2014–2016, 2022–present); bass (2022–present)
Bradley Walden – lead vocals (2013–present)
===Past members===
Chris Roberts – lead vocals (2006)
Mike Bryant – rhythm guitar (2006)
Chris Roetter – lead vocals (2006–2007)
Madison Stolzer – rhythm guitar (2006–2007)
Jonny Craig – lead vocals (2007–2011)
Lukas Koszewski – drums (2006–2014)
Jonas Ladekjaer – rhythm guitar (2007–2014)
Will Sowers – bass (2006–2016)
Jordan Stewart – keyboards (2006–2018)
Matthew Marcellus – rhythm guitar, backing vocals (2016–2022; touring member 2014–2016)
Robert Joffred – bass, backing vocals (2018–2022; touring member 2016–2018)
One Car Garage
Emarosa Lyrics
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I can't stand another man around my oxygen
I know I hate myself and probably everybody else
In this taste, or I taste when
You wish they would welcome you with open arms
I know I hate heartbreak and I want to be there when he caves
One car garage, I'm not waking up
I've taped it up to you, where I feel like no one else is watching
One car garage, am I giving up?
I'm tangled up in hope but I feel like someone else's coffin
I dissipate, and I'm late
I've got people on the other side the holy gates
I know I hate myself and probably everybody else
But I got some reasons why I feel like I'm alone
In a solo show. I'm a broken home
And I want my body gone but I don't want to hurt no one
So why do I always feel like I'm not someone, sabotage myself
One car garage, I'm not waking up
I've taped it up to you, where I feel like no one else is watching
One car garage, am I giving up?
I'm tangled up in hope but I feel like someone else's coffin
A smile feeling, a sinking sleep
I'm giving in but it's not enough
I'm not enough
And I can't last another minute in a broken [?]
I know I hate myself and probably everybody else
One car garage, I'm not waking up
I've taped it up to you, where I feel like no one else is watching
One car garage, am I giving up?
I'm tangled up in hope but I feel like someone else's coffin
In "One Car Garage," Emarosa explores themes of isolation, self-loathing, and the struggle for identity in a world where it is easy to feel lost and alone. The opening lines set the tone for the rest of the song as the singer expresses his disdain for the co-op space he finds himself in, where he feels not only suffocated by those around him but also by his own self-hatred. The use of the phrase "around my oxygen" creates a sense of desperation and a need for space to breathe freely.
As the song progresses, the singer questions the reasons behind his constant feelings of inadequacy and a lack of self-worth. He longs to be accepted and welcomed by those around him but simultaneously fears the vulnerability of heartbreak. The lyrics "I'm tangled up in hope but I feel like someone else's coffin" effectively convey the idea of being trapped in a cycle of hopelessness and despair, feeling trapped even though there is a glimmer of hope.
The final lines of the song suggest a deeper sense of self-awareness and a yearning for change but ultimately reveal that the singer does not know how to break free from his inner turmoil. The metaphor of a "one car garage" creates a sense of confinement and introspection, where the singer is left alone to grapple with his demons.
Line by Line Meaning
In this place, co-op space
Being in this location with shared resources and workspace
I can't stand another man around my oxygen
I don't want anyone around me, it feels suffocating
I know I hate myself and probably everybody else
Feeling self-hatred and projecting it onto everyone else
In this taste, or I taste when
Feeling a particular craving that others don't understand
You wish they would welcome you with open arms
Wanting acceptance and love from others
I know I hate heartbreak and I want to be there when he caves
Hating the pain of heartbreak but still wanting to be there for someone else going through it
So why do I always feel like I'm not someone, sabotage myself
Questioning one's self-worth and often undermining oneself
One car garage, I'm not waking up
Feeling stuck and unable to move forward
I've taped it up to you, where I feel like no one else is watching
Having a connection with someone but feeling isolated from everyone else
One car garage, am I giving up?
Doubting if it's worth it to keep going
I'm tangled up in hope but I feel like someone else's coffin
Feeling trapped by one's own hope and dreams that don't align with reality
I dissipate, and I'm late
Losing oneself and running out of time
I've got people on the other side the holy gates
People who have passed away who are waiting on the other side
But I got some reasons why I feel like I'm alone
Having personal reasons that contribute to feeling lonely
In a solo show. I'm a broken home
Feeling like a failure and alone, like a broken family
And I want my body gone but I don't want to hurt no one
Feeling suicidal but not wanting to cause pain to others
A smile feeling, a sinking sleep
Feeling fake joy while sinking deeper into despair
I'm giving in but it's not enough
Trying hard but not seeing any progress
I'm not enough
Feeling inadequate and unworthy
And I can't last another minute in a broken [?]
Feeling unable to continue in a situation that is falling apart
I know I hate myself and probably everybody else
Reiterating the self-hatred and projecting it onto others
One car garage, I'm not waking up
Feeling stuck and unable to move forward
I've taped it up to you, where I feel like no one else is watching
Having a connection with someone but feeling isolated from everyone else
One car garage, am I giving up?
Doubting if it's worth it to keep going
I'm tangled up in hope but I feel like someone else's coffin
Feeling trapped by one's own hope and dreams that don't align with reality
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DLRS Nate
It bums me out whenever I recommend Emarosa to someone I need to clarify the album relativity cause I wouldn’t want this to be their first impression.
Don’t get me wrong I listen to some of these songs from versus and 131 but something about them doesn’t feel all their for my taste.
However, I do really like modern Emarosa as a pop / dance band.
Despite, Peach Club having some of the worst album art ever, there are some solid tracks to bump in the car whenever I’m not overly playing Relativity.
And now with Sting coming out, I already like the 4 songs they’ve released from the album.
Sting has much nicer artwork and even better songs.
chewy token
who could dislike this song, the entire cd is incredible
Timothy Ortiz
I've been listening to these guys for years and this is their best album to date!
Luna Celleguin
Uma das únicas bandas que eu consigo ouvir todos os albums sem cansar hahaha foda pra caralho <3
Kavindu Thrimanne
Recently discovered and I just fell in love. Listened to their latest album on repeat. I wish I could sing like that.
RyanTheGamer
Versus is a beautiful album
Peyton Weir
+RyanTheGamer 131 is the latest album.
RyanTheGamer
+Peyton Weir I know that but I was saying Versus is really good too
Epileptic Chocobo
All of their shit is tight from when they had Jonny & Chris too
Stephanie Smith
I am usually not a fan of live music videos because I think they lack creativity, but Emarosa is such an entertaining band to see live that this was rather enjoyable!! ❤️
Fresh Squeezed Lightning
Stephanie Smith exactly same paw