It all started in 3-bedroom apartment located in a beachside, Southern California ghetto called Del Mar. Long time friends, Kevin Childs and Brian Zanini, had just finished a bottle of Makers Mark Whiskey and decided to jam on an acoustic guitar and a piano. Despite the drunken mistakes and out of tune guitar, the boys we’re feeling the flow and the music was sounding surprisingly good. After a couple of these blurry nights, Kevin and Brian decided to take it to the next level and book studio time with their friend Brian Grider at SCM recordings. With a set date to record and two heads full of ideas, it was time to write. The goal was to write songs that we’re sincere and easily understood. They weren’t trying to create a new genre or change the world, just write some good pop tunes. When they got in to the studio, it took about two weeks to record four songs. Three days after recording, Kevin sent a track to his friends at Gas Can Music and immediately got a response. They wanted Kevin and Brian to record two more tracks and release a six song EP off Gas Can Music. This provided all the excitement and inspiration they needed to crank out two new songs and get the ball rolling. With their new EP titled “Circles” set to release March 29th from Gas Can Music, and a full band including Adam Lopez on guitar, Alex Lopez on bass, and Brian Meyer on drums, Oliver Trolley stand ready to make a lasting impact on the Sothern California music scene and beyond. Keep a lookout and expect a lot more from these boys in 2011.
Circles
Oliver Trolley Lyrics
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Too many emotions running through my head
I did it, your girlfriend's not that innocent
Sold my soul to an animal
She's got it locked in a cage
No chance of breaking the chain
Not afraid cause her body is everything
'ЂЁWe've been running in circles
We're far out of focus
'ЂЁWhat do you expect out a relationship?
With a frozen tongue
When the question comes, "What do you do?"
Where do you run?
Summer came a little too quick'ЂЁI can barely remember it
It came with a consequence'ЂЁDon't care about the wreckage
Cause I love every second'ЂЁI forgot the lesson
When I threw out the message'ЂЁCome and go
How-come you never come anymore?
We've been running in circles
Better break the habit
We're far out of focus
I don't believe everything that I read but I tend to agree with the crowd
Now where's your common sense?
Listen up; Take a minute to reflect on what you're giving
Cause I know that you're better than that
'ЂЁDo it, did you listen to it?
What I said wasn't meant to be taken as offensive
'ЂЁI was on the fence and I did what all my friends said
But when I had to let you go
You performed an oscar worthy show
Can't stop it now
Cause I'm feeling like I want it back'ЂЁNow I should back down
But my backbone's got an idea... I'm listening
We've been running in circles
Better break the habit
We're far out of focus
'ЂЁI don't believe everything that
I read but I tend to agree with the crowd
Now where's your common sense? 'ЂЁListen up;
Take a minute to reflect on what you're giving
Cause I know that you're better than that
In "Circles," Oliver Trolley talks about a person who constantly finds themselves running in circles in life. They have a backbone that says "do it," so they do it, but the emotions in their head are overwhelming. The person sold their soul to an animal who has it locked up in a cage, indicating that they feel trapped. They think her body is everything, but they realize they are far out of focus and need to break the habit. The song then explores the idea of reflecting on what one is giving in a relationship and not believing everything they read.
The lyrics of "Circles" highlight a common human tendency of running in circles in one's life. This cycle of running in circles is often a result of overwhelming emotions, which usually arise due to the lack of clarity in decisions. The animal in the cage is an allusion to a person's fears and insecurities that tend to hold them back from growth. The need to break the habit indicates a realization that one's actions have become monotonous, leading them nowhere. Overall, the song stresses the importance of reflecting on oneself and making better life choices.
Line by Line Meaning
So I've got a backbone that says "Do it", so I do it
I have the courage to take action in spite of my fears.
Too many emotions running through my head
I am overwhelmed by the feelings and thoughts in my mind.
I did it, your girlfriend's not that innocent
I am guilty of wrongdoing, and your girlfriend is not as pure as she seems.
Sold my soul to an animal
I have given up my values and morals for something base and cruel.
She's got it locked in a cage
She has control over something that cannot be freed.
No chance of breaking the chain
It is impossible to escape from the oppressive hold of this situation.
Not afraid cause her body is everything
I am not scared because her physical appearance is of utmost importance to me.
We've been running in circles
We have been going around in the same pattern without making any progress.
Better break the habit
It is important to change this behavior to avoid repeating negative patterns.
We're far out of focus
We lack clarity and direction in our actions and intentions.
What do you expect out a relationship?
What kind of outcomes do you anticipate from this partnership?
With a frozen tongue
I am unable to speak or express myself clearly.
When the question comes, "What do you do?"
When asked about my profession or occupation,
Where do you run?
What response do I provide?
Summer came a little too quick
Things started happening too rapidly, and I was unprepared.
I can barely remember it
I have forgotten much of what has occurred.
It came with a consequence
These sudden events had an impact that I must now face.
Don't care about the wreckage
I am indifferent to the damage or destruction that has been done.
Cause I love every second
I feel passionately about all of these experiences.
I forgot the lesson
I failed to learn a valuable experience or piece of knowledge from this situation.
When I threw out the message
I disregarded the wisdom or insight that was communicated to me.
Come and go
People and opportunities enter and leave our lives frequently.
How-come you never come anymore?
Why do you no longer visit or engage with us?
I don't believe everything that I read but I tend to agree with the crowd
I am skeptical of information and opinions online but still tend to adopt the majority view.
Now where's your common sense?
Why are you not using your rationality and practicality to guide your decisions?
Listen up; Take a minute to reflect on what you're giving
Pay attention; Consider the value and impact of the energy and resources you are providing.
Cause I know that you're better than that
I believe that you have more potential and ability than your current behavior suggests.
What I said wasn't meant to be taken as offensive
My communication was not intended to harm or insult you.
I was on the fence and I did what all my friends said
I was indecisive and followed the advice of my peers.
But when I had to let you go
However, when I was forced to end our relationship,
You performed an oscar worthy show
You reacted with exaggerated and dramatic emotions in response.
Can't stop it now
I am unable to cease entirely the current course of events.
Cause I'm feeling like I want it back
I am experiencing a strong desire to regain what I have lost.
Now I should back down
It would be more sensible to change my course of action.
But my backbone's got an idea... I'm listening
However, my courage and determination are prompting me to proceed, and I am open to this possibility.
Contributed by Emily E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Oliver Trolley
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