In their career from 1996 to 1998, they released three full-lengths and three EPs (two of which were splits, one with Puller and one with Frodus). All of their releases were on Tooth and Nail Records. In 2002 they reformed, but disbanded a year after. In 2022 they reformed.
More precisely, Roadside Monument played the Slint-inspired "Louisville sound" math-rock sub-genre, stylistically similar to Slint, Rodan, and June of 44.
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Roadside Monument Lyrics
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Alone in my room
Shudder at what I'm capable of
Yet I enter your chamber clean
Who am I that you take interest in me?
The hour is late
Stop and realize
I'm in the presence of a King
And the holes worn in my soul
Yet it was set free
Warmed in a blanket of love
The lyrics to Roadside Monument's song "Still" are about the feeling of being alone, being afraid of one's own capabilities, and feeling unworthy of the attention of a higher power. The singer is alone in their room, and they shudder at the thought of what they are capable of doing. However, despite their faults, they feel as though they are in the presence of a King. They question why this higher power would take an interest in them, feeling as though they are nothing more than rags with holes worn in their soul.
The singer takes comfort in the fact that they are set free by someone who warms them in a blanket of love. The song touches on themes of redemption and forgiveness, suggesting that even those who feel unworthy are capable of being forgiven and loved. The lyrics are introspective and reflective, exploring the singer's innermost thoughts and feelings about their place in the world and their relationship with a higher power.
Overall, the song is a powerful meditation on the need for redemption and forgiveness, and the idea that even those who feel unworthy are capable of being loved and accepted. It speaks to the human need for love and connection, and the hope that even in our darkest moments, we can find light and hope.
Line by Line Meaning
Quiet, still
Calm and composed, free from any disturbance or noise
Alone in my room
Isolated in my personal space, without any company or interaction
Shudder at what I'm capable of
Feeling scared and frightened of my own capabilities and potentialities
Yet I enter your chamber clean
Despite my fears and flaws, I approach you with a pure and innocent heart
Who am I that you take interest in me?
I'm curious and bewildered about why someone as great as you would be interested or concerned about me
The hour is late
It's the end of the day, the time to rest and reflect
Stop and realize
Take a moment to pause and become aware of something important
I'm in the presence of a King
I'm in the company of someone royal, majestic and divine
All I see are my rags
All I can perceive are my shortcomings, flaws and weaknesses
And the holes worn in my soul
The damage, injuries and scars on my inner self, caused by past experiences and mistakes
Yet it was set free
However, my soul was liberated, emancipated and freed from its burdens and pains
Warmed in a blanket of love
It was embraced and covered by a warm, caring and affectionate feeling of love
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Written by: Johnta M Austin, Bryan Michael Paul Cox, Jermaine Dupri
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