The year 2004 saw Goswell release solo recordings with co-writer Joe Light and producer David Naughton. Nine months after Mojave 3 released Spoon and Rafter, she released The Sleep Shelter EP. Waves Are Universal, her first full-length recording, appeared a month later. In 2005, a limited edition remix 12" (now available as a download) entitled Coastline / Plucked was issued. This recording, released on Valentine's Day, features two mixes apiece from The Earlies and Ulrich Schnauss.
Goswell was married to Cuba's Christopher Andrews from 1994 until 2000.
Recently Goswell has fallen ill. For the past year she has been fighting very serious ear infections that have caused her to lose hearing in one ear and problems with her balance. Because of her medical condition Goswell will not be able to go on tour to support Mojave 3's new album.
Save Yourself
Rachel Goswell Lyrics
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To self destruct
You can't see any light
You just don't see the point
And I can't help you
My opinions don't count
Take a step back from what you've created
And just accept this
Don't turn away
You're not the only one
Here to save yourself
Here to save yourself
And I'm not a sinner
And I don't need your lies
I'm just getting on with things
Getting on with my life
Stop trying to break me
With your sorrow and pain
Take a look at yourself
You're only to blame
And just accept this
Don't turn away
You're not the only one
Here to save yourself
And I don't wanna hear this any more
And I don't wanna hear this any more
Stop wasting my time
The song "Save Yourself" by Rachel Goswell is a poignant commentary on the struggle of self-destruction and the futile attempts of others to help. The opening lines paint a picture of a person walking down a road of self-destruction, unable to see any light or purpose. The singer acknowledges their inability to help, recognizing that their opinions cannot make a difference in a situation where the person is too far gone. They urge the person to take a step back from what they've created, to accept the situation they find themselves in and not turn away. In the chorus, they remind the person that they are not alone in this struggle and that ultimately, they are the only ones who can save themselves.
The second verse takes a different turn, with the singer rejecting the lies and manipulation of someone else who is trying to break her with their own sorrow and pain. She asserts her independence and autonomy, determined to get on with her life without interference. The final repetition of the chorus features a powerful demand to stop wasting her time, as she seems to be addressing not only the person on the road to self-destruction but also the person who is trying to tear her down.
Overall, the song highlights the importance of self-determination and the limitations of outside help in situations of self-destruction. The lyrics are poignant and introspective, with a touch of defiance and strength.
Line by Line Meaning
Walking down the single road
Going down the path of self-destruction and making destructive choices
To self destruct
To cause harm to oneself and engage in self-sabotaging behavior
You can't see any light
Feeling trapped and unable to see a way out or solution to problems
You just don't see the point
Feeling disillusioned and without a sense of purpose or direction in life
And I can't help you
Unable to provide assistance or support to someone who is not ready or willing to change
My opinions don't count
Realizing that one's personal views or advice may not have an impact on others
Take a step back from what you've created
To reflect on past actions and consider changing course or behavior
And just accept this
To come to terms with the reality of a situation and accept it as it is
Don't turn away
To face problems or challenges instead of avoiding them
You're not the only one
To acknowledge that others have similar struggles and are not alone in their difficulties
Here to save yourself
To take responsibility for one's own well-being and make positive changes for oneself
And I'm not a sinner
To assert that one is not responsible for other people's problems or misfortunes
And I don't need your lies
To reject falsehoods or manipulations that attempt to control one's actions or decisions
I'm just getting on with things
To focus on one's own goals and priorities and not be derailed by external factors
Stop trying to break me
To resist attempts to bring one down or make them feel inferior or helpless
With your sorrow and pain
To reject negative emotions and influences that are not helpful for personal growth or healing
Take a look at yourself
To encourage self-reflection and introspection as a means of personal development
You're only to blame
To hold oneself accountable for one's own mistakes or shortcomings
And I don't wanna hear this anymore
To reject negative or toxic behavior or conversation and focus on positive growth instead
Stop wasting my time
To prioritize one's own needs and refuse to engage in unproductive or harmful interactions or situations
Contributed by Keira I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
gbrs smth
Walking down the single road
To self destruct
You can't see any light
You just don't see the point
And I can't help you
My opinions don't count
Take a step back from what you've created
Take a step back
And just accept this
Don't turn away
You're not the only one
Here to save yourself
Here to save yourself
And I'm not a sinner
And I don't need your lies
I'm just getting on with things
Getting on with my life
Stop trying to break me
With your sorrow and pain
Take a look at yourself
You're only to blame
And just accept this
Don't turn away
You're not the only one
Here to save yourself
And I don't wanna hear this any more
And I don't wanna hear this any more
Stop wasting my time
gbrs smth
Walking down the single road
To self destruct
You can't see any light
You just don't see the point
And I can't help you
My opinions don't count
Take a step back from what you've created
Take a step back
And just accept this
Don't turn away
You're not the only one
Here to save yourself
Here to save yourself
And I'm not a sinner
And I don't need your lies
I'm just getting on with things
Getting on with my life
Stop trying to break me
With your sorrow and pain
Take a look at yourself
You're only to blame
And just accept this
Don't turn away
You're not the only one
Here to save yourself
And I don't wanna hear this any more
And I don't wanna hear this any more
Stop wasting my time
Lusio
she's so beautiful
Conurbano
@ilovelctr what a weird way to enjoy music.
ilovelctr
Yes, she's 100 times more beautiful than today's so-called superstars. So she could have been one herself but instead she chose to make rock music. How sweet when you think of that!
Adam Cone
I was listening to The Sundays, looked them up on the web and fell upon this. Incredible song. Going to check out more of her and her bands.
Ayj Yaremchuk
You should enjoy the music of Slowdive. It won't be the same.
Michi James
she is such a good musician!
Richard Lane
I used to see you every week at the Nursary hope you are well regards Richard
julietavalon
just,discovered,her,recently,amazing.<3
Rodrigo Gomez
amo esta cancion!