In May 2011, Moon Bounce dropped his debut EP, Darn Your Best Frock, which was met with praise and intrigue by some of the most notable tastemaker blogs. Prefix Mag described the “vibrant spacey vibes” as “organic, cohesive and wholly enjoyable” while Potholes In My Blog praised his “stylish production”. The closing track “Jealousy March” spawned a hallucinogenic and beautifully shot video that nicely accompanied the haphazard beats and drones.
After sharing the stage with the likes of Shlohmo, Teen Daze, Groundislava and ANR, Corey released a number of singles, including the XLR8R featured “Telephone”. In fact, he had the starring role in the track’s video, showing a bit of his comedic personality and letting fans know that everything should not be taken seriously all the time. Working quickly and only stopping briefly to focus on producing hip-hop beats (another weapon in Corey’s musical arsenal), Moon Bounce teamed up with Chill Mega Chill Records and prepared to turn heads again with his sophomore Wheelhouse EP.
Wheelhouse’s classical piano infusion, pitch shifted vocals and syncopated bass fills work to create a serene, groove-obsessed atmosphere. Described by Chill Mega Chill as having a “knack for making ethereal, yet intricate, productions that feel loose and endless as space itself while simultaneously maintaining a precise and mature balance”, Moon Bounce’s vision continues to grow and his creativity shines in an otherwise predictable musical climate. Get on board or get left behind.
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Fool
Moon Bounce Lyrics
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You could've kept me from the fight
You could've slipped right out of sight
You could've let me think I'm right
I could have tried to keep my cool
I could have followed my own rules
I could have used you like a tool
I could have played a fucking fool
You could've left me in the light
You could've kept me from the fight
You could've slipped right out of sight
You could've let me think I'm right
I could have tried to keep my cool
I could have followed my own rules
I could have used you like a tool
I could have played a fucking fool
Whoo
Uh
You could have
kept me from
a fight you
could have slipped
right out of
sight you could
have let me think I'm right
I could have
followed my
own rules I
could have used
you like a
tool I could
have played a fucking f-
You could have
kept me from
a fight you
could have slipped
right out of
sight you could
have let me think I'm right
I could have
followed my
own rules I
could have used
you like a
tool I could
have played a fucking fool
You could have
kept me from
a fight you
could have slipped
right out of
sight you could
have let me think I'm right
I could have
followed my
own rules I
could have used
you like a
tool I could
have played a fucking f-
In "Fool," Moon Bounce describes the regret and self-blame that comes after a failed relationship. In the first verse, Moon Bounce illustrates the ways in which their partner had the power to leave or abandon them, to keep them out of conflict, to hide from them, or to let them feel like they were always right. However, in the second verse, Moon Bounce takes accountability for their own perspective and actions. They acknowledge that they could have kept their cool, followed their own values, used their partner, or acted foolishly. The repetition of these verses emphasizes the idea of missed opportunities, both from the partner and from themselves.
The chorus of the song emphasizes the partner's potential to have changed the outcome of the relationship. Moon Bounce sings that their partner could have avoided conflict, disappeared when things got tough, or let Moon Bounce believe they were in the right. The repetition of these lines reinforces the sense of missed opportunities, and highlights Moon Bounce's desire to have stayed on good terms with their partner.
Overall, "Fool" is a song about the ways in which we can all be at fault in a relationship, and the power dynamics that exist within them. Moon Bounce recognizes the ways in which their partner could have acted differently, but also takes responsibility for their own actions and thoughts. The song's repetition emphasizes the sense of regret and missed opportunities for a better relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
You could've left me in the light
You had the option to keep me out of the dark, safe and sound
You could've kept me from the fight
You could have protected me from participating in the conflict
You could've slipped right out of sight
You could have easily vanished and disappeared from my view
You could've let me think I'm right
You could have allowed me to believe that my opinions are valid and accurate
I could have tried to keep my cool
I had the potential to stay calm and composed in stressful situations
I could have followed my own rules
I could have adhered to my own standards and principles instead of conforming to others'
I could have used you like a tool
I had the capability to manipulate you for my own gain or advantage
I could have played a fucking fool
I had the ability to act like a clumsy and foolish person
Contributed by Stella K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@mesterbrge1352
You could have left me in the light
You could have kept me from the fight
You could have slipped right out of sight
You could have let me think I'm right
I could have tried to keep my cool
I could have followed my own rules
I could used you like a tool
I could have played a fucking fool
(Repetition)
You could have kept me from
the fight you could have slipped
right out of sight you could
have let me think I'm right
I could have followed my
own rules I could have used
you like a tool I could
have played a fucking fool
(Repetition)
The first line was removed because the rhythm changed, which was an interesting design
^^
@slickyjapper
I discovered this song by typedrummer.com
@sk8rpijama
Slippery Jack Me too!!! ahaha
@calinb14
Slippery Jack +1
@nathanielsaxe3049
+Nathaniel Saxe And swing time version: http://typedrummer.com/k28i51
@tommybirchify
Same
@Emma-io2pq
Same
@danielferrara8423
MoonBounce is a legend at this point
@danielferrara8423
This song deserves so many more views and likes I really love it!
@scottlewis5521
it's so true. how is he not big time yet?? So disappointed in the world right now!
@4444genral
still listening after so many years finding this song accidentally on Spotify searching for something else! Love you man your music has gotten me thru some tough times