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....
Drop Out
Graveltrap Lyrics
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never making sense of the system
the skies above are falling on me
maybe one day I'll be happy
It's like your dragging me around, upside down into the ground
I don't think I can carry on
my life has lost it's self belief, nothing left for me to see
fuck this world I'm going home this time
I'll try forever till I die,
but you'll keeping knocking me back one last time
you'll lie forever past the side
why am I the one that's all confused
once again you tell me your lies
the same old argument black and white but
It's not like I care bout you anyway
give me time and I will never face it
My life is empty, when I'm living, lies you told me, I'm
contemplating
Little voice inside my head is, Annoying, and confusing
So you wake up, Sunday Morning,
You are crying, I don't know why,
I don't think that this is worth it,
I don't think that no no no...
The lyrics to Graveltrap's song Drop Out express a sense of feeling trapped and suffocated by society's expectations and the rigid system that governs it. The singer describes feeling like they are constantly doing things they don't like and never making sense of the system. The imagery of the falling skies creates a mood of despair and hopelessness. Despite this, there is a glimmer of hope in the line "maybe one day I'll be happy," but it is quickly extinguished by the overwhelming feeling of being dragged around and upside down into the ground. The singer has lost their sense of self-belief, and there is nothing left for them to see in the world.
The second verse continues to emphasize the confusion and lies perpetuated by the system, with the singer feeling like they are constantly being knocked down and lied to. They express a feeling of apathy towards the person they are addressing, saying "It's not like I care bout you anyway." The last section of the lyrics is particularly poignant, with the singer describing a sense of emptiness and contemplation, and a little voice inside their head that is annoying and confusing. The final lines capture a sense of overwhelming sadness and futility, with the singer crying on a Sunday morning and questioning whether it's worth it to continue on.
Overall, the lyrics paint a picture of someone who feels trapped and disillusioned by the world around them. There is a sense of longing for something better, but also a feeling of despair and hopelessness that runs throughout the song.
Line by Line Meaning
always doing things I don't like
I'm consistently engaging in actions that don't align with my interests or desires.
never making sense of the system
I am unable to comprehend how the established social structures operate.
the skies above are falling on me
I feel a great sense of pressure and distress from the world around me.
maybe one day I'll be happy
I remain optimistic that someday I will find joy and contentment.
It's like your dragging me around, upside down into the ground
You, someone or something, are causing me intense emotional turmoil and leading me towards despair.
I don't think I can carry on
I feel overwhelmed and incapable of dealing with the current situation.
my life has lost it's self belief, nothing left for me to see
I have lost faith in myself and my purpose, and I see no value in continuing on this path.
fuck this world I'm going home this time
I am so frustrated and disillusioned with the world that I am withdrawing from it entirely.
I'll try forever till I die, but you'll keeping knocking me back one last time
I will continue to make efforts to succeed until my death, but you will persist in thwarting my every attempt.
you'll lie forever past the side
You will always be dishonest and untrustworthy, regardless of the consequences.
why am I the one that's all confused
I am struggling to understand why I am the only one who is unable to comprehend the situation.
once again you tell me your lies
You continue to deceive me with false statements.
the same old argument black and white but
The argument we are having is overly simplistic and lacks any nuance or complexity.
It's not like I care bout you anyway
I have no emotional investment in you and your well-being.
give me time and I will never face it
If you allow me sufficient time, I will find a way to avoid addressing the situation altogether.
My life is empty, when I'm living, lies you told me, I'm contemplating
My existence feels hollow and meaningless because of the lies you have told me, and I am reflecting on their impact.
Little voice inside my head is, Annoying, and confusing
I am struggling with conflicting and irritating thoughts in my mind.
So you wake up, Sunday Morning, You are crying, I don't know why,
I wake up on a Sunday morning feeling emotional and upset, without fully understanding why.
I don't think that this is worth it, I don't think that no no no...
I do not believe that the current situation is worth my time or effort, and I am resistant to continuing.
Contributed by Lila S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Killian Main
P-Rock was the musical highlight of my childhood! I owe P-Rock for more than half the bands I listen to now!
ChuddersMusic1987
Haven't heard this in ages! Great tune. It's a shame P-Rock died.
Garry Kerr
A.................MAZING.....this era of music as the best. My band had the privilege of suppporting [Spunge] from p-rock on their greatest hits tour last year
dave bunting
I MISS P-ROCK :(
iamtehownz
RIP P-Rock =(
A P
i lisend 2 p-rock when i was 4 gd memories
VoodooTrumpet21
If only Postcards by Uncle Brian was on Youtube too...
لا إله إلا الله
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