In 2003 they got associated with the Ska scene (despite never having played ska), signing to Moonska Europe and have since been at the the forefront of the UK punk rock scene, with one album distributed internationally through Moonska and many more releases through other underground UK punk labels. Debut album 'Concrete & Udder Chaos' produced by Iain Wetherell (Goober Patrol, Capdown, Vanilla Pod) brought together a collection of their teenaged anthems, spawning the pop-punk video stomper S.R.J. which topped the Scuzz charts in 2003 beating off Metallica and Less Than Jake for three weeks!. Other tracks off the album have been included on various compilations, most notibly Metal Hammers cover CD 'Sounds of the Underground' in Dec '03 and Compunktion 1 & 2 released on Sucka-Punch.
2003 - 2004 saw them on a heavy touring schedule with numerous Moonska package tour appearances out on the road with the likes of Spunge, Never Heard Of It, Whitmore and Mixtwitch and large shows with Bowling for Soup, Lars Fredricksen, Capdown and Therapy at the National Adventure Sports Show. 2005 saw them concentrate on new material yet still consistently building up a loyal fan base across the UK through their shows. Their early blink-esqu pop-punk sound matured to a show a band capable of much more than the standard formula, getting back in touch with their rocky roots, the riffs and the breakdowns in the vein of Rise Against and Alkaline Trio but still displaying the big chorus's and keen ear for a catchy song evident through out all of Graveltraps music. Ever determined to prove the UK punk rock scene can once again be every bit as vital as the US scene, Graveltrap follow in the foot steps of the bands that have re-carved the scene - King Prawn (rip) Capdown & [spunge] and with a new ep on their own label New City Noise causing a stir in the underground and street teams spreading the word, GRAVELTRAP's live show has been described as 'blistering, energetic, passionate and powerful' and they will be smashing their way around the country near you soon....
Dont Take It All Away
Graveltrap Lyrics
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Don't talk about me now
Feelings i can't hide, im scared you'll deny
It's not always my fault
Im sitting in my own
Dillusions again
Have no strength i cannot fight you
All these things are, fucking me up
Cannot take no more abuse and
You act like, you don't fucking care
Like you said im goin nowhere
Does it always have to be about you
Someday you'll regret, those things you told me
I wont be there for you
I hope your happy, living your new life
Your glad you left me here
Im sitting in my own
Dillusions again
Dont hurt me, im not like you
Have no strength i cannot fight you
All these things are, fucking me up
Cannot take no more abuse and
You act like, you don't fucking care
Like you said im goin nowhere
Does it always have to be about you
It's what you wanted me to need
It's what you wanted to succeed
The way i feel when your not around
Smashing confidence in grounds
Dont hurt me, im not like you
Have no strength i cannot fight you
All these things are, fucking me up
Cannot take no more abuse and
You act like, you don't fucking care
Like you said im goin nowhere
Does it always have to be about you
Don't take it all away!!
The lyrics to "Don't Take It All Away" by Graveltrap speak to the pain and insecurity felt by someone in an abusive relationship. The singer pleads with their partner to understand that their words and actions are hurting them deeply, and that they cannot keep pretending that everything is okay.
The first verse sets the tone for the entire song, with the singer insisting that their feelings are real and cannot be ignored. They express fear that their partner will deny their emotions, and point out that the problems in the relationship are not always their fault.
In the chorus, the singer begs for mercy and proclaims that they are not like their partner. They feel helpless and unable to fight back against the abuse they are suffering. At the same time, they accuse their partner of being self-centered and uncaring, making everything about themselves.
The second verse takes a darker turn, with the singer predicting that their partner will one day regret their actions. They express a sense of abandonment and bitterness that their partner has moved on with their life, while they remain stuck in their own pain and illusions.
Throughout the song, there is a sense of desperation and resignation as the singer lays out their plea. The final line, "Don't take it all away!!" serves as a stark warning of the consequences that may come if their partner continues to disregard their feelings.
Overall, "Don't Take It All Away" is a powerful and emotional song that speaks to the difficulties of navigating abusive relationships. It highlights the importance of recognizing and responding to the pain of others, and shines a light on the darkness that can lurk behind closed doors.
Line by Line Meaning
Don't say it's alright, don't say its over
Please don't tell me everything is going to be okay or that it's already over.
Don't talk about me now
Please don't talk about me behind my back or bring up my problems.
Feelings i can't hide, im scared you'll deny
I have emotions I can't control but I'm afraid you won't accept or believe them.
It's not always my fault
I'm not always the reason things go wrong.
Im sitting in my own
Dillusions again
I'm lost in my own thoughts and beliefs.
Dont hurt me, im not like you
Have no strength i cannot fight you
All these things are, fucking me up
Cannot take no more abuse and
You act like, you don't fucking care
Like you said im goin nowhere
Does it always have to be about you
Please don't hurt me, I'm not like you and I can't fight back. All the pain is affecting me and I can't take anymore. You act as if you don't care about me and always make everything about you.
Someday you'll regret, those things you told me
I wont be there for you
I hope your happy, living your new life
Your glad you left me here
Someday you'll regret the hurtful things you said to me and I won't be around then. I hope you're happy in your new life without me.
It's what you wanted me to need
It's what you wanted to succeed
The way i feel when your not around
Smashing confidence in grounds
You wanted me to be dependent on you and succeed because of you. But when you're not around, I feel insecure and broken.
Don't take it all away!!
Please don't take everything from me and leave me with nothing.
Contributed by Mila O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@toonfansam
I would cut my right but off to have bands like this again
@777sinkorswim777
Check out a band called LoGoz
@JohnFalconBlunden
love seeing them at the pitz they rock
@nobodyshero84
i saw them live in Dundee, only like 10 people turned out to the gig! we ended up hanging out with them later! bass player taught me the bass solo riff! true story. good times indeed.
@neilyringworm
nobodyshero84 my band supported them that night if it’s the gig I’m thinking of. Disappointing turnout indeed!
@rob032
genius. haven't heard this in years!
@oliespurr182
These were the days!
@perkins27
nice, havent seen this in years!
@spoofpig
reminds me of better times
@calb39
Soo sweeet !