Jazzy vocals, dance beats, sophisticated lyrics and classic song writing combine to lift the quality bar high. Holding up to comparisons with the likes of Caro Emerald, Swingrowers, Swing Republic, Annella and Caravan Palace, the female-fronted project combines similar influences mixing 20s and 30s swing with modern dance music. Previously released under Cuckoo Records (former Zenomania songwriters) songs include ‘Shut Up’ and ‘Don’t Stop’ which clocked up well over a million plays on YouTube (to date).
Code Red
Little Violet Lyrics
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The moments lag
Can't seem to find peace of mind
When I′m just killing time, wish I could hit rewind
Check my phone
Feel so alone
Eager to get myself out
But I'm just stuck on this never-ending roundabout
Trial and error
Don't mean to scare ya
But it is too late to see
And now you must go on without me
Save yourself
Find someone else
Cus′ I′m a ticking timebomb
And I'm about to blow
I′ve hit code red
Need to find, a way out
Of my own head
Nothing safe for me in here
Said that it was for my own protection
But how can I trust my own reflection
Code red
Who's coming to my rescue
(Beautiful on the inside)
(Beautiful on the inside)
(Beautiful on the inside, inside, inside, inside)
(Beautiful on the inside)
(Beautiful on the inside)
(Beautiful on the inside, inside, inside, inside)
So close to the edge
Here′s where I make my pledge
Willing to let myself fall
If it will make it stop
The never-ending call
It's fight or flight
Wich do I sacrifice
As I come up slowly for air
Reaching out hopelessly
To my despair
Trial and error
Don′t mean to scare ya
But it is too late to see
And now you must go on without me
Save yourself
Find someone else
Cus' I'm a ticking timebomb
And I′m about to blow
I′ve hit code red
Need to find, a way out
Of my own head
Nothing safe for me in here
Said that it was for my own protection
But how can I trust my own reflection
Code red
Who's coming to my rescue
(Beautiful on the inside)
(Beautiful on the inside)
(Beautiful on the inside, inside, inside, inside)
(Beautiful on the inside)
(Beautiful on the inside)
(Beautiful on the inside, inside, inside, inside)
Will I ever just, ever just
Ever just figure it out
Figure it out
What′s going on inside my head
I guess you never did, never did
Never did figure me out
So I say this for your own protection
Code red
I need to find, a way out
Of my own head
Nothing safe for me in here
Said that it was for my own protection
But how can I trust my own reflection
Code red
Who's coming to my rescue
"Code Red" by Little Violet is an introspective song about feeling stuck in a never-ending cycle of anxiety and self-doubt. The lyrics paint a picture of a person who is struggling with their own thoughts and unable to find peace of mind. The first verse describes the monotony of everyday life, with the singer feeling trapped and alone. They wish they could go back in time and change things. The chorus shifts to a darker tone, as the singer realizes they are close to breaking point and in desperate need of help. They use the metaphor of a "code red" to represent their crisis and their urgent need for rescue.
The second verse continues to explore the theme of desperation, with the singer willing to risk everything to escape their own mind. The line "It's fight or flight, which do I sacrifice" exemplifies the ongoing struggle of sorts that the singer is going through. The chorus repeats, emphasizing the singer's urgency for help. The bridge is a moment of self-reflection, as the singer wonders if they will ever be able to figure out what's going on in their head. They also seem to be addressing someone who has tried to understand them but failed. Ultimately, the song ends on a distressing note, with the singer still in the grips of their anxiety and unsure if they will ever find a way out.
Line by Line Meaning
Each day's a drag
Every day feels monotonous and uneventful
The moments lag
Time moves slowly and painfully
Can't seem to find peace of mind
Unable to calm and quiet one's thoughts
When I'm just killing time, wish I could hit rewind
Regretting how time is being spent and wishing to change the past
Check my phone
Looking for connection and distraction
Feel so alone
Overwhelmed by loneliness and isolation
Eager to get myself out
Wishing for escape and relief
But I'm just stuck on this never-ending roundabout
Unable to escape a constant cycle of hardship
Trial and error
Trying and failing repeatedly
Don't mean to scare ya
Not intending to frighten or harm anyone
But it is too late to see
Past the point of realization or awareness
And now you must go on without me
Others must continue without the artist's presence or help
Save yourself
Protecting oneself first
Find someone else
Seeking out others for support and companionship
Cus' I'm a ticking timebomb
Risk of emotional or psychological explosion
And I'm about to blow
Reaching a breaking point
I've hit code red
In a state of emergency or crisis
Need to find, a way out
Searching for escape and resolution
Of my own head
Wishing to escape from one's own thoughts and emotions
Nothing safe for me in here
The current situation and thoughts are dangerous for the artist's mental health
Said that it was for my own protection
Others may have taken action to protect the artist, but it's not helping
But how can I trust my own reflection
Doubting one's own perceptions and judgments
Who's coming to my rescue
Asking for help and support
(Beautiful on the inside)
Despite the struggles, the artist still holds inherent beauty and worth inside
(Beautiful on the inside)
Reiterating the above sentiment
(Beautiful on the inside, inside, inside, inside)
Emphasizing the depth and importance of inner beauty
So close to the edge
Almost at a breaking point
Here's where I make my pledge
Committing to a course of action
Willing to let myself fall
Accepting risks and consequences
If it will make it stop
Desperate for the pain and struggle to end
The never-ending call
Constant turmoil and distress
It's fight or flight
Choosing to confront or escape danger
Wich do I sacrifice
Deciding what is worth giving up or losing
As I come up slowly for air
Finding temporary relief and clarity amidst the struggle
Reaching out hopelessly
Attempting to seek help and support, but feeling helpless and alone
To my despair
To the agony and sadness of the situation
Will I ever just, ever just
Questioning if a resolution can ever be reached
Ever just figure it out
Understanding the complexity of the situation
What's going on inside my head
Attempting to make sense of one's own thoughts and emotions
I guess you never did, never did
Others may not truly understand or empathize with the artist's struggles
Never did figure me out
Others may have failed to grasp the depth and complexity of the artist's emotions and thoughts
So I say this for your own protection
Protecting others from the singer's struggles and pain
Writer(s): Cherie Gears, Oliver Norman
Contributed by Henry S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@FreshlySqueezed
LYRICS:
Each days a drag
The moments lag
Can't seem to find peace of mind
When I'm killing time wish I could hit rewind
Check my phone
Feel so alone
Itching to get myself out
but I'm just stuck on this never ending roundabout
Trial and error, I don't mean to scare ya
But it is too late you see
And now you must go on without me
Save yourself
Find someone else
Cos i'm a ticking time bomb and I'm about to blow
I've hit code red
Need to find a way out of my own head
Nothing's safe for me in here
Said that it was for my own protection
But how can I trust my own reflection?
Code red
Who's coming to my rescue?
Said I was beautiful on the inside and out
Beautiful on the inside and out
Beautiful on the inside, inside, inside, inside
Said I was beautiful on the inside and out
Beautiful on the inside and out
Beautiful on the inside, inside, inside, inside
So close to the edge
Here's where I make my pledge
Willing to let myself fall
If it will make it stop, that never ending call
It's fight or flight
Which do I sacrifice
As I come up slowly for air
Reaching out hopelessly to my despair
Trial and error, I don't mean to scare ya
But it is too late you see
And now you must go on without me
Save yourself
Find someone else
Cos i'm a ticking time bomb and I'm about to blow
I've hit code red
Need to find a way out of my own head
Nothing's safe for me in here
Said that it was for my own protection
but how can I trust my own reflection?
Code red
Who's coming to my rescue?
Said I was beautiful on the inside and out
Beautiful on the inside and out
Beautiful on the inside, inside, inside, inside
Said I was beautiful on the inside and out
Beautiful on the inside and out
Beautiful on the inside, inside, inside, inside
Will I ever just, ever just
Ever just figure it out?
Figure it out what's going on inside my head
I guess you never did, never did
Never did figure me out
So I say this for your own protection
Code red
I need to find a way out of my own head
Nothing's safe for me in here
I said that it was for my own protection
But how can I trust my own reflection?
Code red
Who's coming to my rescue?
@davidaston5773
@@FreshlySqueezed Or being trapped within your own mentally created prison?
They've had debates about the meaning of music since Mozart, Scott Joplin,or Sgt. Pepper.
Maybe it only truly matters what each person feels it means to them personally?
Music is the ulimate energy. It binds and unites us.
It takes us closer to ourselves and God.
It's a kinda magic 😎✌☮🎸
@FreshlySqueezed
BTW - Did you notice the cat asleep in her lap? (Took me ages before I spotted that....)
@AldoSchmedack
3:00, I see it too now!
@FreshlySqueezed
@@AldoSchmedack once you’ve got it you don’t know how you missed it. 😆
@AldoSchmedack
@@FreshlySqueezed 😂😊❤
@rjwintl
yes indeed , the little black & white cat !!!
@Musketeer009
This is cool stuff.
@michaelhassler7446
It's got plenty of 🎺's, that's Electro Swing to me!!! ♥️ it!!!
@riffkitten
Amazing
@3DGuy0813
I stumbled upon Silent Movie by accident and was immediately captivated. I kept following links until I had listened to the full Code Red album. Code Red is so amazing I went to Amazon and bought the album on the spot—and I’d gladly pay double for this! It’s that good. Gears’ vocals are dreamy almost haunting. Oh, you could steal my soul with that voice. The arrangements are exquisite. I love all the acoustics—the string bass, the trumpets, the saxes, and even clarinets. And don’t get me going on the lyrics…deeply intelligent and sophisticated. I’ve been waiting years for such a wonderful album as this. Thank you Cherie for your amazing songwriting and Little Violet and Freshly Squeezed for the best album of 2021.
@FreshlySqueezed
Thanks so much for the kind review. I'm glad you found us and will be sure to pass on to Cherie and the band. It would be great if you also left a review on Amazon as these things really do help other people discover it... THANKS