Additional Info:
Under the name Arm of Roger, Grandaddy recorded a joke album entitled The Ham and its Lily in 2002.
A.M. 180, which was released as a single, is featured prominently in the British film 28 Days Later.
On the 27th January 2006, Jason Lytle confirmed that the band would split following the release of their final album, Just Like The Fambly Cat.
Jason Lytle has since toured the US as a solo artist, playing Grandaddy songs from the last album and others. He is said to plan a solo career of new material.
On March 2, 2012, Grandaddy announced their reunion with news of a headline slot at the End of the Road Festival in Dorset, England on 2 September. Further dates are expected.
At My Post
Grandaddy Lyrics
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Waving 'round like they don't even care
Last time I considered leaving here
The roads caught fire and I drank all our beer
Out here at my post, I've learned a lot
I've learned that the fruit on the ground is gonna rot
Then there are birds on the wing
Out here at my post, I've learned a few things
Like the sun ain't afraid to bleach out a dream
And the way that you were ain't the way that you will always be
Please believe me
Branches wave and ask for change to spare
Once I did but now I barely care
Last time I considered leavin' town
Something dumb came up and I turned around
Out here at my post, I've learned a lot
I've learned that the fruit on the ground is gonna rot
There's more atm's with air conditioning
Then there are birds on the wing
Out here at my post, I've learned a few things
Like the sun ain't afraid to bleach out a dream
And the way that you were ain't the way that you will always be
Please believe me
Out here at my post
, Grandaddy's singer, Jason Lytle, reflects on the lessons he has learned while living in a small town or rural area. The song begins with the image of branches waving madly in the air, as if they don't even care. This image serves to highlight the indifference of nature to human concerns and is contrasted with the singer's own emotional investment in the environment. The line "Last time I considered leaving here, the roads caught fire and I drank all our beer" suggests that leaving the town might be more trouble than it's worth, as the singer's attempt to do so was thwarted by unexpected obstacles.
The chorus of the song is where the real insights are shared. The singer has learned that the fruit on the ground is going to rot, meaning that opportunity is fleeting and must be seized when it arises. He also notes that there are more ATMs with air conditioning than there are birds on the wing, implying that man-made comfort and convenience have taken precedence over natural beauty and freedom. Finally, he reflects on the impermanence of both people and dreams, acknowledging that the way someone is now may not always be consistent with the way they were in the past.
Overall, At My Post is a meditation on the value of staying rooted in one place versus the possibilities that come with venturing out into the world. Grandaddy's lyrics suggest that neither option is inherently better than the other and that each comes with its own set of pros and cons.
Line by Line Meaning
Branches waving madly in the air
The branches move intensely in the wind, with no regard for their surroundings.
Waving 'round like they don't even care
The branches are moving without purpose or intent, as if they have no feelings or consciousness.
Last time I considered leaving here
The singer had thought about leaving this place in the past, but never went through with it.
The roads caught fire and I drank all our beer
Something unexpected happened that prevented the artist from leaving, causing them to consume all of their resources.
Out here at my post, I've learned a lot
While stationed in this location, the artist has gained valuable experience and knowledge.
I've learned that the fruit on the ground is gonna rot
The singer has come to understand that in this environment, unused resources will go to waste.
There's more atm's with air conditioning
There are more artificial conditions and comforts in this location than there are natural phenomena.
Then there are birds on the wing
This place lacks the natural beauty and freedom that birds possess.
Out here at my post, I've learned a few things
The artist has learned a small number of important lessons while stationed here.
Like the sun ain't afraid to bleach out a dream
The harsh reality of this place can quickly eliminate any optimism or hope a person may have.
And the way that you were ain't the way that you will always be
People change and adapt to their environment, sometimes becoming unrecognizable from their former selves.
Branches wave and ask for change to spare
The branches are looking for someone to help them, or perhaps for some small act of kindness to be shown towards them.
Once I did but now I barely care
The singer used to be more compassionate and empathetic towards others, but has grown increasingly apathetic over time.
Last time I considered leavin' town
The singer has thought about leaving this place again more recently, but has not yet done so.
Something dumb came up and I turned around
The singer was thwarted from leaving yet again, possibly due to their own indecision or external circumstances.
Please believe me
The artist is earnestly asking the listener to trust what they have learned and experienced whilst stationed at this post.
Out here at my post
This phrase represents the artist being stationed in a specific location and referring to their unique experiences and viewpoint from that position.
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goebblemeister
this is my favorite grandaddy song. way underrated. they deserve so much more recognition than they've recieved.
Jesse Tesan
Already a fan of grandaddy for a while, I had worked at a record store and bought this EP when it came out. Soon after, I had gotten the most stoned I'd ever been by way of the "waterfall" method, popped in the album to my portable CD player and drove from my college campus back to my parents house late at night. It was this night, that this became my favorite song in the entire grandaddy repertoire
snewhous
One of my favorites as well. but most people haven't heard this ep. they bury their treasures. if you haven't heard fare thee not well mutineer do so now
VOLCANIA DREAD
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