"I clearly remember how Fireside started. All of us were huge hardcore fans and listened to bands like Gorilla Biscuits and Youth of Today, and when the guitarist of Gorilla Biscuits started a new band called Quicksand I pre-ordered a seven-inch single. When it arrived I phoned Pelle Gunnerfelt and he biked from the other side of town to my home and we listened to it together, and the first thing we said was “We’re starting a new band and it’s gonna sound like this” (laughs). That was the decisive moment when Fireside started; Quicksand were the role models together with Fugazi. "
Having released five albums to date, Fireside have since developed a personal style. Their most recent album, Get Shot, was released in 2003 via V2 Records.
Shelagh
Fireside Lyrics
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Will I ever be as good as I once were
Its all the same its always me
And every time I see you I will have to let you be
Used to think that winter was the worst part to get through
But now I'm really not so sure anymore
Can you see how I lie
My hands just can't stop shaking and I can't get no sleep
You never missed me while I was away
You never told me you wanted me to stay
Your disappearing act is what I fear
But you don't seem to notice, your too busy with your own
The rain that hits the roof, that's beautiful to me
And I don't think you love me
Not even you
The song "Shelagh" by Fireside is a poignant and melancholic track that speaks about unrequited love and the pain of letting go. The lyrics are written in a first-person perspective, and the audience can feel the raw emotions of the singer.
The first verse encapsulates the singer's feelings of inadequacy and self-doubt. The lines "Can you see how I cry, Will I ever be as good as I once were" showcase his struggle to move on from past heartbreak. The repetition of "It's all the same, it's always me" highlights the singer's tendency to blame himself for everything, even when it's not his fault.
The second verse delves into the pain of unrequited love. The singer laments his lover's lack of affection and how he is constantly left alone to deal with his emotions. The line "Your disappearing act is what I fear, but you don't seem to notice, you're too busy with your own" implies that the singer's pain is not acknowledged or reciprocated by his partner.
The chorus is a plea for understanding and acceptance. The singer acknowledges that he is not the same person he once was, and he is struggling to come to terms with that. The line "Used to think that winter was the worst part to get through but now I'm really not so sure anymore" could be interpreted as a metaphor for his emotional state.
Overall, "Shelagh" is a powerful and emotive song that speaks about love, loss, and the human condition.
Line by Line Meaning
Can you see how I cry
I am in emotional pain and I am struggling to keep it hidden.
Will I ever be as good as I once were
I used to be a better version of myself, and I fear that I will never be able to go back to that.
Its all the same its always me
I feel like I am stuck in a cycle of repeating the same mistakes and behaviors.
And every time I see you I will have to let you be
I have realized that I need to let go of someone I care about, even if it hurts me to do so.
Used to think that winter was the worst part to get through
I used to believe that the hardest part of life was getting through the cold, dark seasons, but now I know it is much more complicated than that.
But now I'm really not so sure anymore
My thoughts and feelings about life are constantly changing, and I am struggling to find stability.
Can you see how I lie
I am not being honest with others or myself about how I am truly feeling.
My hands just can't stop shaking and I can't get no sleep
I am experiencing physical symptoms of anxiety and stress that are preventing me from getting proper rest.
You never missed me while I was away
I feel like I am not valued or appreciated by someone I care about when I am not around.
You never told me you wanted me to stay
I am not receiving clear communication from someone I care about regarding their feelings and intentions toward me.
Your disappearing act is what I fear
I am afraid of losing someone I care about because they are not consistently present in my life.
But you don't seem to notice, your too busy with your own
The person I care about is not aware of my feelings because they are preoccupied with their own concerns.
The rain that hits the roof, that's beautiful to me
In the midst of my struggles, I am finding that there is still beauty to be found in the world around me.
And I don't think you love me
I am questioning whether or not the person I care about truly loves me.
Not even you
Even the person I care about the most is not able to provide the support and validation I am seeking.
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