Red Molly was formed late one night at the 2004 Falcon Ridge Folk Festival. Abbie, Carolann, and Laurie, solo singer/songwriters, were the last ones left at a song circle. They liked the way they sounded together and decided to form a band. The name Red Molly is taken from a character in the Richard Thompson song "1952 Vincent Black Lightning."
On June 15, 2010 Red Molly announced that Carolann Solebello would be leaving the group and replaced by Molly Venter. On July 24 Solebello announced to the crowd at the Falcon Ridge Folk Festival it was her last show with the band and concluded: "I know about 75% of you by face, and I wanted my last show to be with my friends here at Falcon Ridge, not at some small club in some country I didn't know anybody." Solebello continues to perform as a solo artist and released her third solo album "Threshold", in June 2011.
Molly Venter's debut with the trio was on August 6, 2010 at the Lunenburg Folk Festival.
Their career started to take off in 2006. They were the top vote getters in the 2006 Falcon Ridge Folk Festival Emerging Artist Showcase. WUMB in Boston named them Top New Artist of the Year and picked their Album Never Been to Vegas one of their Top 10 Albums of 2006. They appeared in John Platt's Under the Radar series in New York a showcase for up and coming musicians.
In 2007 they toured with Pat Wictor and Ellis, the other winners of the Falcon Ridge Emerging Artist showcase, on the Falcon Ridge Preview tour and performed with them in the Most Wanted Song Swap at the Festival itself.
In 2010 they have played Merlefest and have been invited back to the Falcon Ridge Folk Festival as a headliner.
Their album "Love and Other Tragedies" reached number 15 on the Americana Charts on June 30, 2008.
Their next album "James" reached #4 on the Americana charts in May of 2010 and # 1 on the Folk DJ chart.
The recording, "The Red Album", the group's second since the departure of founding member Carolann Solebello, is their freshest and edgiest to date. After immersing themselves in songwriting, the Mollies made a conscious decision to record more original songs than on any previous album, making their choice of specific covers all the more significant. With their arsenal of new songs and select favorites at hand (including a very long-awaited cover of the song that is their namesake) "1952 Vincent Black Lightning", the band traveled to Nashville to work with producer Ken Coomer (drummer for Uncle Tupelo and Wilco), and the result is a darkly percussive, wildly cool, and powerfully different collection of songs than you'd expect from a ladylike folk trio.
"The Red Album", realized on May 27, 2014, was featured in USA Today and CMT Edge. It spent 16 weeks on the Americana Radio Top 40 chart, reaching #10, and it was #1 on the Folk DJ Radio Chart for all of 2014.
A 6-song EP, "One for All & All for One," was released in 2018.
Hello Goodbye
Red Molly Lyrics
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NO MORE PETALS ON MY FOUR LEAF CLOVER
CAN'T TAKE MORE OF THIS BACK AND FORTH ROMANCE
HE SAID GOODBYE THAT'S IT WERE THROUGH
ONE BIG HEART BROKE IN TWO
BUT OH WE GAVE IT OUR BEST CHANCE
ONE GOODBYE TWO HELLO'S HE LOVES ME
WHY DID WE EVER PART
WE'RE MEANT TO BE OH YES IT'S TRUE
THERE'S NO ONE ELSE BUT YOU
AT LEAST TIL WE SAY GOODBYE AGAIN
WELL IT'S ON AGAIN NO IT'S OFF AGAIN
HE LOVES ME HE LOVES ME NOT
HERE WE GO AGAIN SAY HELLO AGAIN
BUT IF YOU SAY GOODBYE AGAIN
YOU'LL SURELY BREAK MY HEART
THIS CAROUSEL OF LOVE KEEPS SPINNING
DID I LOOSE OR AM I WINNING
HOW LONG CAN WE PLAY THIS GAME
WE'RE MEANT TO BE OH YES IT'S TRUE
THERE IS NO ONE ELSE BUT YOU
AT LEAST TIL WE SAY GOODBYE AGAIN
WELL IT'S ON AGAIN NO IT'S OFF AGAIN
HE LOVES ME HE LOVES ME NOT
HERE WE GO AGAIN SAY HELLO AGAIN
BUT IF YOU SAY GOODBYE AGAIN
YOU'LL SURELY BREAK MY HEART
ONE GOODBYE TWO HELLO'S HE LOVES ME
THANK MY LUCKY STARS ABOVE ME
WHY DID WE EVER PART
WE'RE MEANT TO BE OH YES IT'S TRUE
THERE'S NO ONE ELSE BUT YOU
AT LEAST TIL WE SAY GOODBYE AGAIN
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OH AT LEAST TIL WE SAY GOODBYE AGAIN
The lyrics to Red Molly's song "Hello Goodbye" tells the story of a tumultuous relationship that seems to be constantly teetering between affection and separation. The first verse suggests that the relationship has come to a definitive end with "one hello, two goodbyes." The singer expresses exhaustion with the "back and forth romance" and acknowledges that it's time to move on. The second verse starts with a twist - "one goodbye, two hellos" - and the singer expresses happiness and relief that the relationship is back on track. They feel like they've finally found the person they're meant to be with, and they can't imagine why they ever parted ways. However, the chorus suggests that this happiness may be short-lived, as the relationship continues to swing precariously between "on again, off again" and "he loves me, he loves me not."
The lyrics can be interpreted as a commentary on the cycle of love and heartbreak that many people experience, particularly in their formative relationships. The constant ups and downs of the relationship are mirrored in the song's structure, with repeated patterns of "one goodbye, two hellos" and "here we go again, say hello again." The singer seems to acknowledge that the person they're with may not be perfect, but they're willing to overlook their flaws in order to hold onto the hope of a lasting connection. Ultimately, the song ends on a note of uncertainty - "at least 'til we say goodbye again" - suggesting that the cycle of love and heartbreak may continue indefinitely.
Line by Line Meaning
ONE HELLO TWO GOODBYES ITS OVER
The relationship has ended after one hello and two goodbyes.
NO MORE PETALS ON MY FOUR LEAF CLOVER
There is no luck left and the hope for the relationship has withered away.
CAN'T TAKE MORE OF THIS BACK AND FORTH ROMANCE
The continuous cycle of the relationship going back and forth is too much to handle.
HE SAID GOODBYE THAT'S IT WERE THROUGH
The partner has ended the relationship.
ONE BIG HEART BROKE IN TWO
The artist's heart is broken from the breakup.
BUT OH WE GAVE IT OUR BEST CHANCE
Despite the ending, both parties gave it their all in the relationship.
ONE GOODBYE TWO HELLO'S HE LOVES ME
The singer's partner has come back and declared their love for them after one goodbye and two hellos.
THANK MY LUCKY STARS ABOVE ME
The artist is grateful for the unexpected turn of events in the relationship.
WHY DID WE EVER PART
Both parties question why they ever broke up in the first place.
WE'RE MEANT TO BE OH YES IT'S TRUE
The artist believes their relationship is meant to be and points out the truth of their love.
THERE'S NO ONE ELSE BUT YOU
The singer's partner is the only one for them.
AT LEAST TIL WE SAY GOODBYE AGAIN
The relationship is still uncertain since another goodbye could possibly happen in the future.
WELL IT'S ON AGAIN NO IT'S OFF AGAIN
The relationship keeps cycling between being on and off.
HE LOVES ME HE LOVES ME NOT
The singer is unsure of their partner's feelings due to the back and forth nature of the relationship.
HERE WE GO AGAIN SAY HELLO AGAIN
Despite the uncertainty, the relationship begins again with another hello.
BUT IF YOU SAY GOODBYE AGAIN
The artist is afraid that another goodbye from their partner could break their heart again.
YOU'LL SURELY BREAK MY HEART
Another goodbye would be too much for the artist to handle emotionally.
THIS CAROUSEL OF LOVE KEEPS SPINNING
The relationship is compared to a carousel with its constant spinning and changes.
DID I LOOSE OR AM I WINNING
The singer questions whether they are losing or winning in the uncertain relationship.
HOW LONG CAN WE PLAY THIS GAME
The relationship is viewed as a game that neither party can win for too long.
OH AT LEAST TIL WE SAY GOODBYE AGAIN
The uncertainty of the relationship is echoed again in the tagline.
Contributed by Gavin A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
johnboyd30
Ladies- This song and video is pure happiness!! Way to go!! Keep up the great work!
BaronVK1
These ladies are awesome! I would love to see them live sometime. Their energy and harmony make me feel great!
Robin Perrin Hudler
A musical ensemble to rattle your hearts! Must see! Thanks Red Molly! Abbie, Laurie & Molly ! ~Robin
John Scott
This is an amazingly great video. Superb vocals!!!
John Campos
Fair trio of Muses, as your longtime fan and admirer, I'm so very grateful for this creation capturing your inestimable talents! Thank you so very much!!!
Tennfatmatt
Wow! Can't believe I haven't heard this great song by Red Molly before. Thanks.
Tom Gardner
Fantastic song and video! You girls are awesome! Keep up the good work!
SpaceCowboyToo
You aren't related to Abbie, by any chance, are you?
hyundai52
I love this video and the song. A great choice to start your "official" video career. Good luck "down under" and looking forward to seeing my favorite group in Bristol this year.
Leslie McKenzie
Just heard them at their concert in NYC at Rubin Art Museum. Delightful group, great music.