Prior to the release of Foo Fighters' 1995 debut album Foo Fighters, which featured Grohl as the only official member, Grohl recruited bassist Nate Mendel and drummer William Goldsmith, both formerly of Sunny Day Real Estate, as well as Nirvana touring guitarist Pat Smear. The band began with performances in Portland, Oregon. Goldsmith quit during the recording of their second album, The Colour and the Shape (1997); most of the drum parts were re-recorded by Grohl. Smear departed soon afterward but appeared as a guest with the band frequently from 2005; he rejoined in 2010.
Smear and Goldsmith were replaced by Franz Stahl and Taylor Hawkins; Stahl was fired before the recording of the group's third album, There Is Nothing Left to Lose (1999). The band briefly continued as a trio until Chris Shiflett joined on guitar after the completion of There Is Nothing Left to Lose. Foo Fighters released their fourth album, One by One, in 2002. It was followed with the two-disc In Your Honor (2005), which was split between acoustic songs and heavier material. Foo Fighters released their sixth album, Echoes, Silence, Patience & Grace, in 2007.
For Foo Fighters' seventh studio album, Wasting Light (2011), produced by Butch Vig, Smear returned as a full member. Sonic Highways (2014) was released as the soundtrack to the television miniseries directed by Grohl. Concrete and Gold (2017) was the second Foo Fighters album to reach number one in the United States and their first studio album to feature longtime session and touring keyboardist Rami Jaffee as a full member. The band's tenth album, Medicine at Midnight (2021), was the last to feature Hawkins, who died in March 2022.
Produced by Greg Kurstin and Foo Fighters, "But Here We Are" (the band's 11th) would release on June 2nd, 2023.
On May 21, 2023, some days before the album's release, Foo Fighters would officially announce that Josh Freese would be the new drummer.
Over the course of their career, Foo Fighters have won 15 Grammy Awards, including Best Rock Album five times, making them among the most successful rock acts in Grammy history. In 2021, the band was announced as recipients of the first-ever "Global Icon" award at the 2021 MTV Video Music Awards. They were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2021, their first year of eligibility.
Full Wikipedia article: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Foo_Fighters
Studio albums
Foo Fighters (1995)
The Colour and the Shape (1997)
There Is Nothing Left to Lose (1999)
One by One (2002)
In Your Honor (2005)
Echoes, Silence, Patience & Grace (2007)
Wasting Light (2011)
Sonic Highways (2014)
Concrete and Gold (2017)
Medicine at Midnight (2021)
But Here We Are (2023)
Rope
Foo Fighters Lyrics
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Been cheating gravity and waiting on the fall
How did this come over me? I thought I was above it all
Our hopes gone up in smoke, swallow your crown
Choke, on a kiss, I thought I'd save my breath for you
Choke, on a kiss, I thought I'd save my breath for you
Give me some rope I'm coming loose, I'm pulling for you now
Give me some rope I'm coming, out of my head, into the clear when you, go,
I, go, noose
These premonitions got me crying up a storm
Leave your condition, this position does no harm
Choke, on a kiss, I thought I'd save my breath for you
Choke, on a kiss, I thought I'd save my breath for you
Give me some rope I'm coming loose, I'm hanging on you
Give me some rope I'm coming loose, I'm pulling for you now
Give me some rope I'm coming, out of my head, into the clear when you, go,
I, go, noose
Give me some rope I'm coming loose, I'm hanging on you
Give me some rope I'm coming loose, I'm pulling for you now
Give me some hope I'm coming through, I'm coming out, yeah
Give me some rope, I'm coming out of my head, into the clear when you go,
I go, go
Loose
The lyrics of "Rope" by Foo Fighters showcase an individual who is struggling with making decisions and the consequences that come with it. The first verse highlights the internal conflict of feeling stuck between choices, and continuously waiting for a resolution to come. The line "Been cheating gravity and waiting on the fall" suggests that the individual is taking risks but is ready for the repercussions. The next line "How did this come over me? I thought I was above it all" portrays the individual's shock at being caught up in their struggle of indecision, despite thinking they were immune to it. The final line, "Our hopes gone up in smoke, swallow your crown" suggests that the individual is facing the reality of their choices, and understands that they may have lost what they were hoping for.
The chorus, "Give me some rope I'm coming loose, I'm hanging on you. Give me some rope I'm coming loose, I'm pulling for you now. Give me some rope I'm coming, out of my head, into the clear when you, go, I go, noose" depicts the individual reaching out for help in making a decision. The metaphor of "rope" and "noose" represent the choices the individual has to make, and the consequences that come with it. The line "out of my head, into the clear when you, go, I go" highlight the individual's dependency on someone else's decisions and the idea that they may not be able to make them on their own.
The second verse describes the emotional distress the individual is experiencing, and how it's impacting their mental health, with "These premonitions got me crying up a storm." The line "Leave your condition, this position does no harm" suggests that the individual may need to detach themselves from the situation and reassess what is happening before making a decision.
Overall, "Rope" by Foo Fighters portrays an individual in the midst of making difficult choices and struggling with the consequences. The lyrics showcase the emotional toll it has on the person, and highlights the need for them to seek support and guidance.
Line by Line Meaning
This indecision got me climbing up the wall
I am feeling unsure and unable to make a decision, causing me to feel anxious and restless.
Been cheating gravity and waiting on the fall
I've been taking risks and defying odds, but now I'm afraid that everything will come crashing down.
How did this come over me? I thought I was above it all
I am surprised that I have succumbed to my doubts, despite thinking that I was immune to negativity.
Our hopes gone up in smoke, swallow your crown
Our dreams have been shattered, and it's time to accept defeat and move on.
Choke, on a kiss, I thought I'd save my breath for you
I thought that I could hold back my feelings and maintain a cool facade, but I can no longer contain my emotions.
Give me some rope I'm coming loose, I'm hanging on you
I am looking for support and stability, and I am turning to you for comfort.
Give me some rope I'm coming loose, I'm pulling for you now
I am trying to strengthen our relationship and help you through your struggles as well.
Give me some rope I'm coming, out of my head, into the clear when you, go, I, go, noose
I want to escape from my own thoughts and fears and be free of any ties or constraints.
These premonitions got me crying up a storm
I have a sense of impending doom or anxiety, causing me to feel overwhelmed and upset.
Leave your condition, this position does no harm
I am encouraging you to let go of any limiting beliefs or doubts, as they are preventing you from reaching your potential.
Give me some hope I'm coming through, I'm coming out, yeah
I am feeling optimistic about the future, and I am ready to overcome any obstacles in order to achieve success.
Give me some rope, I'm coming out of my head, into the clear when you go, I go, go
I am breaking free from my own mental restrictions and putting my trust in you to do the same, so that we can both move forward together.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: David Eric Grohl, Oliver Taylor Hawkins, Christopher A. Shiflett, Nate Mendel, Pat Smear
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@Cinghiale_grasso
This is the most "Foo Fighters Song" of Foo Fighters.
@ErnestoStaccolanana
totally agree
@apunahasapeemapetilon5420
This is the most "Foo Fighters album" of Foo Fighters
@aja5933
Yes it is very foo fightery
@DashaAntonova548
Very true
@renytaagustin9290
Agree, this is the most groovy song in this album..
@paulh7589
I like how the Foo Fighters build up musical tension and then release it. It is so damn satisfying to listen to. With many of their songs I feel like I am taking my last breath, and then BOOM! I can fill my lungs again (musically speaking). Do I make sense or am I nuts?
@rpskaza
I love all their songs and I’m trying to figure out exactly why. I think I might be a bit bipolar and that’s why I like that build up and release! 😆
@adaptivelearner6162
No they did that on
Everlong as well.
@Grohl85
Nah you make perfect sense!