Back in early 2007, after becoming frustrated with his past band's creative differences, Rod found the perfect song-writing companion in fellow Vancouver, Canada resident, songwriter/producer Jeff Johnson. "Give us 15 minutes and we can hammer out a song. We have that rare, special chemistry" says Black gloating on Jeff. "We hardly ever bump heads, we're always on the same page." This harmonious partnership not only set the groundwork for what eventually - along with Shane Hayes (bass), Flip (guitar) and Dave Muselman (guitar), and Dan Swinimer (drums) - became Jet Black Stare, but also created the perfect vessel for Rod's storytelling. "I just want to be as a true as I can be to the song, and for me every song has to tell a story."
At the end of the day, for Black, it's about making people feel connected: Whether it's the epic "The River" ("I'm sick of nine to five/I'm sick of living day to day") or the bluesy ballad "Fly" ("When this temptation turns into my only friend/Lookin' for someone to help me start over again"). It's all about finding the common thread in everyday life struggles. For example, "Fly" was born out of Rod befriending and trying to help some young street kids he used to pass every day on the way to his old office day job. Or take the album-closer "Next To Me," about making personal and familial sacrifices for the greater good and being forced to be away from loved ones: Ambiguously, this soulful Heartland-ready number could be about a traveling salesman, an athlete, a soldier away at war, a rock star on the road?any and all of these, it's reach is universal.
But lest we not forget, JET BLACK STARE are rockers! So while they may get everyone's solar plexus wedged wide-open, they certainly don't mind ramming a steel-toed boot in for good measure. Take for example the record's first single "Ready To Roll," a pedal-to-the-metal anthem that will bring you charging down the drag strip. Fittingly, this track, as well as "It's Over" (the catchiest tune ever written about a cheating ex), are both to be featured in the upcoming EA video game NASCAR 2009.
It's a rather ironic turn that JET BLACK STARE's first single, like a few other legendary classics ("Highway Star," "Radar Love," "Born To Be Wild") is a sexually-charged opus to a muscle car: It was just a few year's ago, during a near-fatal car crash, that Rod wound up in the emergency room. But that's nothing considering that his miraculous survival from that accident was just a few days after the day he died. "I died when I was 19. I heard the doctors say it; they pronounced me dead" says Rod still in amazement years later. "I was what is called a 'flat-line patient.' But the next day I woke up! The doctors and nurses were astonished. 4 hours later I walked out of the hospital and went to work!"
He talks about it in "I"m Breathing": "And now I'm lookin' for the reasons why I'm alive/And now I've finally come to realize." And what he realized he says he has essentially known since he was 6 growing up in a musical family and wishing to be a performer. "My purpose is to do music" says Rod assuredly "and to reach as many people as I can, and hopefully, bring a positive message."
Now with Jet Black Stare's chrome-plated guitars and fist-pumpin' grooves, Rod has found the perfect medium for his stories and contagious vocal hooks?and he's going to need an arena-sized room to show them off.
Rod Black: Singer/songwriter
Shane: Bassist
Dan: Drummer
Flip: Guitarist
Dave: Guitarist
It's Over
Jet Black Stare Lyrics
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you know i'll feel better
and when you sit there all alone
it's over
last call i'm gone
did you think you could lie forever
i've known for so long
you always acted so suprised
(you knew it, you knew it)
and now i see through your disguise
(see through it)
and when you wake up on your own
you know i'll feel better
and now you sit there on your own
you know, you know that it's over
it's close, your fault
did you think you could be so clever
your lies no more
did you think you could do much better
you always acted so suprised
(you knew it, you knew it)
and now i see through your disguise
(see through it)
and when you wake up on your own
you know i'll feel better
and now you sit there all alone
you know, you know that it's over
you lied to me and tried to fit
inside the arms of another
don't cry to me 'cus when it hits
you'll know, you'll know that it's over
(whoa whoa whoa whoa
whoa whoa whoa whoa)
you always acted so suprised
(you knew it, you knew it)
and now i see through your disguise
(see through it)
and when you wake up on your own
you know i'll feel better
and now you sit there all alone
you know, you know that it's over
you lied to me and tried to fit
inside the arms of another
don't cry to me 'cus when it hits
you'll know, you'll know that it's over
it's over
The lyrics of "It's Over" by Jet Black Stare describe someone who has been lied to and deceived by their partner in a romantic relationship. The singer reveals that they have known for a while that their partner has been lying to them, but their partner continues to pretend that everything is fine between them. The singer announces that it's over and that they will feel better once they are no longer in the relationship. The chorus repeats this message, emphasizing the finality of the situation. The bridge reveals that the partner had cheated and tried to be with someone else, leading to the breakup.
The lyrics are emotional and reveal the pain and frustration that comes with being lied to and deceived in a relationship. The singer is fed up with their partner's lies and pretenses, and they are ready to move on with their life. The repetition of the chorus reinforces the message of closure and finality, suggesting that the singer is ready to close this chapter of their life and move on to something better.
Line by Line Meaning
and when you wake up on your own
When you finally realize the truth, you will understand that it's better for me and I'll feel better on my own.
you know i'll feel better
I'm better off without you, and I'll finally be able to move on without the burden of your deceit.
and when you sit there all alone
When you're left with nothing but yourself, you'll realize the gravity of your mistakes and the consequences of your actions.
it's over
Our relationship is done, and there's no going back. The damage is irreversible.
last call i'm gone
I'm leaving and never looking back, and this is your final warning that our relationship is coming to an end.
did you think you could lie forever
Your lies and deception were bound to catch up with you eventually, and you're not as clever as you thought you were.
i've known for so long
I've been aware of your lies and infidelity for a while now, and I'm finally taking action to end things.
still you tried to play the pretender
Despite your actions being exposed, you attempted to continue deceiving me and acting as if nothing was wrong.
you always acted so surprised
You feigned ignorance and innocence, but deep down, you knew what you were doing was wrong and you were going to get caught eventually.
(you knew it, you knew it)
You were well aware of the consequences of your actions and the hurt you were causing, but you chose to ignore them.
and now I see through your disguise
I've seen past your lies and your attempts to cover up your true nature, and I know who you really are now.
it's close, your fault
Our relationship falling apart is your fault, and your actions are the reason for the inevitable end of our relationship.
did you think you could be so clever
You thought you could get away with your deceit and that I would never figure it out, but you were wrong.
your lies no more
Your lies and deceit are no longer able to continue because I'm ending things and walking away.
you lied to me and tried to fit inside the arms of another
Not only did you lie to me, but you also cheated on me by seeking comfort in the arms of someone else.
don't cry to me 'cus when it hits, you'll know, you'll know that it's over
When the reality of our broken relationship finally hits you, you'll realize that there's no going back and there's nothing left for us.
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