According to a press release, shortly after releasing their first full length album, the band took a break allowing lead singer Jake Rolleston to return to finish his college degree. Jake further clarified his departure in a letter to absolutepunk.net, stating "There were many reasons that I decided to leave the band. School was NOT the reason that I left the band. I have always wanted to go to college and get a degree and leaving the band has made that desire far more palpable. However, I left the band because I was not happy. It was as simple as that." He went on to further explain various difficulties that the band had faced throughout its existence.
There is no news on whether the band will reunite for future projects at this point.
Bluebird
Paper Rival Lyrics
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home, to hell with the rest
i knew you were crazy but never
thought you would do this
blood, there's blood on the carpet
blood, there's blood on your hands
if the two are connected
bluebird don't sing that song.
noone wants to sing along
we're all so scared of dying
bluebird don't fly too far
i won't know where you are when i
i get so scared of dying
you, caught in the middle
you, cut to the core
you're left in the dust of decisions
begging for more
now, you're high and alone
be careful, dont' swallow your tongue
just put an ear to the ground
where you did it
wait for them to come...
bluebird, don't sing that song
no one wants to sing along
we're all so scared of dying
bluebird don't fly too far
i won't know where you are when i
when i get so scared of,
so scared of...
bluebird, don't sing that song
no one wants to sing along
we're all so scared of dying
bluebird, don't fly too far
i won't know where you are when i
when i get so scared of dying
when i get so scared of it
The song "Bluebird" by Paper Rival is a poignant and enigmatic piece of music that delves into complex emotions of fear, regret, and confusion. At its core, the song appears to be about a person who has done something terrible and is now grappling with the consequences of their actions. The singer of the song is haunted by their past and is struggling to come to terms with the pain they have caused to others.
The opening lines of the song, "home, here with your family, home, to hell with the rest" suggest that the singer believes that they have found a sense of security and belonging in their family, but are willing to disregard the rest of the world in order to maintain it. The lines "i knew you were crazy but never thought you would do this, blood, there's blood on the carpet, blood, there's blood on your hands" hint at violence and violence caused by the singer as a result of their "craziness."
The chorus of the song, "bluebird don't sing that song, no one wants to sing along, we're all so scared of dying, bluebird don't fly too far, i won't know where you are when i, i get so scared of dying" may be a plea for forgiveness, redemption, or simply a desperate cry for help. The bluebird may be a symbol of hope or freedom, but it is also something that is out of reach for the singer who is consumed by fear and uncertainty.
Overall, "Bluebird" is a thought-provoking and evocative song that leaves a lot of room for interpretation. It is a testament to the power of music to convey complex emotions and experiences.
Line by Line Meaning
home, here with your family
Being with your family is what home truly means.
home, to hell with the rest
The rest of the world can go to hell as long as you have your family with you at home.
i knew you were crazy but never
thought you would do this
Even though I knew you were unpredictable, I never imagined you would do the terrible thing you did.
blood, there's blood on the carpet
The sight of blood on the carpet is a sign of a violent act that has taken place.
blood, there's blood on your hands
Seeing blood on your hands indicates that you were directly involved in the violence.
if the two are connected
i'll know where we stand
If the presence of blood on the carpet and your hands are related, it confirms your involvement in the violent act and changes the way I perceive you.
bluebird don't sing that song.
Bluebird, please don't sing a depressing song that will make us all feel worse.
noone wants to sing along
The song is so sad that nobody wants to join in and sing along.
we're all so scared of dying
The thought of death is a source of fear for everyone.
bluebird don't fly too far
Please don't distance yourself too much, or I won't know where to find you when I need you.
i won't know where you are when i
i get so scared of dying
If you fly too far away, I won't be able to find you when I'm scared of the idea of death.
you, caught in the middle
You are currently in a difficult situation that you find hard to escape from.
you, cut to the core
The situation has hurt you deeply and left you vulnerable.
you're left in the dust of decisions
You are struggling to cope with the consequences of decisions that you have made or were made for you.
begging for more
You are craving for something more than what you currently have.
now, you're high and alone
You are in a state of intoxication and feel isolated from the world around you.
be careful, don't swallow your tongue
When you are high, you may run the risk of inadvertently choking on your tongue, so be careful.
just put an ear to the ground
where you did it
Listen carefully for sounds that may indicate someone is coming to catch you in the act.
wait for them to come...
Stay put and don't move until you know who else is there and how you can handle the situation.
when i get so scared of,
When I become overwhelmed with fear.
when i get so scared of dying
When the fear of death becomes too much to bear.
Contributed by Stella I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Bryan Soto
By far the most criminally underrated band i know of.
Darth Totoro
I haven't heard this song in about 6 years & I still know all the lyrics♡ kinda forgot about this song until it was stuck in my head. Funny how the mind works
Hans
Right? I’ve only had that happen with 2 songs in any band ever. “The swimmer king” by these guys and “the patient” by tool
Hans
Every time I return to this band it reminds me that it’s my favorite band ever. The way I used to religiously listen to it in high school vs now, 7 years later, when I finally grasp all of the lyrics and what they mean
Liam Allen-McGoran
This is amazing!
MobyDickHead
I'm glad I found these guys. I think it was last FM about 2011ish. Along with PM today and Tides of man.
Tvco Guvrdivn
Tides of man is pretty good, you might like Hrvrd they're a pretty good band
Kuroki-chan
has this been in a movie or show? it sounds really familiar.....maybe I heard it in a past life?
Alex Yuen
aaah, my favorite song from them. Sad they broke up..
Brittany Wood
wtf when????
i havent been internetting in a while