This became more apparent when his wife filed for divorce and his music became harder than it had been and his lyrics became more personal and harsh. He played keys on one New Found Glory song and often joined them on stage during their Back to Basics tour in the spring of 2005. More recently, Dewees has announced playing keyboard on some of My Chemical Romance's new cd. When asked about "Reggie" he said that once the new MCR cd comes out, I will be touring with them and become a full blown member of MCR.
The fifth studio album titled Last Stop: Crappy Town was released June 17, 2008.
V
Reggie and the Full Effect Lyrics
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I knew I left out something
Pain is what you'll learn to enjoy
We need pain to get the pleasure baby
But the stains
Can't wash away these stains
Can't wash away
I see the lighter, you see desire in the flames
Let's burn it down
I watch through the window
I didn't think you'd go through with this baby
Run, why do you always stay to see
If anyone was trapped in here besides me?
Oh, that smile, I always loved to see you smile
Anything to make sure that you're happy sweetie
But the stains
Can't wash away the stains
Can't wash away
I see the lighter, you see desire in the flames
Let's burn it down
I watch through the window
I didn't think you'd go through with this baby
This is the part of you I hate
This is the part of you I hate
This is the part of you I hate
You better fucking rescue me
Stains
Can't wash away the stains
Can't wash away
I see the lighter, you see desire in the flames
Let's burn it down
I watch through the window
I didn't think you'd go through with this baby
I see the lighter, you see desire in the flames
Let's burn it down
I watch through the window
I didn't think you'd go through with this baby, baby
The lyrics of Reggie and the Full Effect's song V delve into the complexities of a tumultuous relationship. The first lines describe the singer's realization of some unresolved issues that have been left unattended in the relationship. The next lines describe the conflicting emotions of pain and pleasure. The singer implies that pain is necessary to feel pleasure, insinuating that the two emotions are intertwined and inseparable. The chorus repeats the phrase, "Can't wash away these stains," indicating that past flaws and mistakes in the relationship cannot easily be erased.
The second verse describes a scene where the singer watches their lover set something on fire. The singer seems hesitant about their lover's actions, expressing disbelief that their lover is willing to go through with it. The singer then reminisces about happier times in the relationship when their lover used to smile. The pre-chorus and chorus are repeated, emphasizing that the stains of the past cannot be erased.
The last part of the song takes a darker turn, with the singer proclaiming, "This is the part of you I hate" three times. The repeated phrase implies that there is a part of the lover that the singer has grown to despise. The final lines urge the lover to rescue the singer, indicating that the relationship may have taken a dangerous and unhealthy turn.
Line by Line Meaning
Stains of problems that I never thought about
The lingering issues that I never considered before are bothering me.
I knew I left out something
I was aware that something was missing.
Pain is what you'll learn to enjoy
You will eventually derive pleasure from experiencing pain.
We need pain to get the pleasure baby
We require pain to feel pleasure, my dear.
But the stains
However, the marks of the problems...
Can't wash away these stains
...cannot be removed completely.
Can't wash away
They are indelible.
I see the lighter, you see desire in the flames
As I observe the lighter, you perceive an urge in the fire.
Let's burn it down
Let us destroy it completely.
I watch through the window
I am observing from inside the building.
I didn't think you'd go through with this baby
I did not expect you to carry out this act, my darling.
Run, why do you always stay to see
Why do you continue to wait and observe?
If anyone was trapped in here besides me?
Is there anyone else caught in this situation other than me?
Oh, that smile, I always loved to see you smile
I have always enjoyed seeing your beautiful smile.
Anything to make sure that you're happy sweetie
I will do anything to ensure that you are content, my dear.
This is the part of you I hate
This aspect of you is what I detest.
You better fucking rescue me
You had better save me, dammit!
Stains
The marks of the problems...
Can't wash away the stains
...cannot be completely erased.
I see the lighter, you see desire in the flames
As I observe the lighter, you perceive an urge in the fire.
Let's burn it down
Let us destroy it completely.
I watch through the window
I observe from inside the building.
I didn't think you'd go through with this baby
I did not anticipate that you would carry out this deed, my dear.
I see the lighter, you see desire in the flames
As I observe the lighter, you perceive an urge in the fire.
Let's burn it down
Let us destroy it completely.
I watch through the window
I am observing from inside the building.
I didn't think you'd go through with this baby, baby
I did not expect you to carry out this act, my darling.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: JAMES DEWEES
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