Although Rooney had flirted with enlisting Ric Ocasek to produce, they eventually opted to rehire Keith Forsey, the producer responsible for the the strong batch of demos that had gotten them signed in the first place. Rooney's sunny, self-titled debut arrived in 2003 and its sales spiked considerably the following year when the band appeared on Fox's popular teen drama The O.C. (the first in a long line of bands to do so). Later that year, the concert DVD Spit and Sweat was released, highlighting the group's transformation from teenage musicians into a road-seasoned outfit. Rooney began recording their follow-up later that year with producer Tony Hoffer, but the album was eventually scrapped despite several songs being posted on the band's MySpace page. A second attempt to record their sophomore album was made in fall 2005, this time with Howard Benson in the producer's seat. Although it was slated for a 2006 release, this version too was scrapped as friction between the band and its label increased.
Following a 2006 tour with Kelly Clarkson, Rooney returned to the studio with producer John Fields for a third -- and successful -- attempt at recording their second album. The slightly darker, but no less catchy Calling the World was released in summer 2007 and debuted on the Billboard charts at number 42. By this point, though, the band's relationship with Geffen had suffered too much damage and Rooney eventually left the label's roster in 2009. That same year, the band celebrated their independent status by self-releasing an EP, Wild One, and launching a brief tour. They didn't remain independent for long, though, eventually partnering with Warner Bros. for the release of their third full-length album, the self-produced Eureka, in June 2010. Although bassist Matt Winter played on the record, he left the band's lineup several months before its release, with Brandon Schwartzel climbing aboard in his place. By the end of 2011, support for the record had mostly ceased and Rooney essentially entered into a lengthy hiatus. Schwartzman remained busy with a number of projects, including two solo records and a pair of film scores. Following years of silence regarding his band's fate, Schwartzman revealed in early 2016 that he had completed a new Rooney album entirely on his own. Released in May 2016, Washed Away was the fourth LP under the Rooney banner, and was supported on the road by a completely retooled lineup. In June 2017, the band issued the single "Second Chances" in anticipation of the release of the El Cortez EP, which arrived in July of that year.
Calling The World
Rooney Lyrics
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Do what you want
Do what you want, baby
I can't get you out of my head
You're everywhere and everyone
I'm calling the world
Calling everyone
Calling everyone
For you, for you
Then you ran off in a hurry
Where did you go?
I haven't seen you since Friday
I've been wastin' all of my time
Worrying about you everyday
I'm calling the world
Calling everyone
I'm calling the world
Calling everyone
For you, for you
I called your best friend
And your little brother
But they didn't want to talk
They said you changed your locks
I called every number in the phonebook
But everybody lied
They said you wanna, you wanna hide
Calling the world
Calling everyone
I'm calling the world
Calling everyone (x3)
For you, for you
I'm calling the world (x3)
For you, for you
The lyrics of Rooney's song Calling The World tell the story of a person who can't get someone out of their head. The first stanza talks about how the singer remembers the other person telling them to do what they wanted to do, but now they are stuck thinking about this other person all the time. The second stanza tells of how the other person has disappeared and left the singer worrying about them. The chorus of "Calling the World" expresses the singer's desperation in trying to find the other person, calling everyone and anyone who may know where they are.
The song is about the idea of lost love and the pain of not being able to find someone who meant so much to you. It expresses the feeling of desperation and hopelessness that can come with trying to find someone who doesn't want to be found. Rooney's lead singer, Robert Schwartzman, sings with emotion and sincerity, adding to the feeling of sadness in the lyrics.
In summary, Rooney's Calling The World is a heartfelt plea to find someone who has disappeared. It expresses the loneliness and confusion that comes with being separated from someone who meant so much to you. The lyrics are emotional and the melody is haunting, making it a powerful and moving song.
Line by Line Meaning
I remember when you told me
I have a distinct memory of the time when you said something to me
Do what you want
You should live your life freely and make your own choices
Do what you want, baby
I am adding a term of endearment to emphasize the importance of your freedom in life
I can't get you out of my head
You are constantly on my mind and I can't seem to stop thinking about you
You're everywhere and everyone
You are present in every part of my life and in the lives of those around me
Then you ran off in a hurry
You suddenly left quickly without explanation
Where did you go?
I am expressing confusion and a desire to know your location
I haven't seen you since Friday
It has been a considerable amount of time since I last saw you
I've been wastin' all of my time
I have been spending my time inefficiently because I am preoccupied with thoughts of you
Worrying about you everyday
I am consistently concerned about your well-being
I called your best friend
I attempted to contact a person who is significant to you and who may know your whereabouts
And your little brother
I also reached out to a member of your family
But they didn't want to talk
They declined to have a conversation with me
They said you changed your locks
They informed me that you have taken measures to ensure that people cannot enter your home or property
I called every number in the phonebook
I made an effort to contact anyone who might have information about your whereabouts
But everybody lied
Each person I spoke to provided false information, intentionally or unintentionally
They said you wanna, you wanna hide
The information I received implied that you are deliberately avoiding contact with others and keeping a low profile
I'm calling the world
I am making a plea to the entire world in an attempt to find you
Calling everyone
I am reaching out to anyone who can help me locate you
For you, for you
I am doing this out of my love and concern for you
I'm calling the world (x3)
I am emphasizing the urgency and desperation of my situation by repeating my plea multiple times
For you, for you
I am once again reaffirming that I am doing this out of love and concern for you
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ROBERT SCHWARTZMAN
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The first time I heard this song was on Radio Disney in late 2008. It was playing as I was asleep during the night. Lovebug by The Jonas Brothers came on after it. I have both songs on my iPhone and it’s a tradition for me to play this song before Lovebug.
stban32
omg this song describes my situation perfectly...
Kandipop
everyone needs to make this their ringtone xD
Gabby Elmore
i love rooney! :D
舞空術Bukūjutsu
that song haved changed my life
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Who else remembers hearing this on Radio Disney?
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Avi Greene I first heard it on Radio Disney in either 2008 or 2009 and it was playing while I was asleep and after it was “Lovebug” by The Jonas Brothers.
Avi Greene
Not me, but this was in the April 2008 show at Chuck E. Cheese's, and that's how I know this song!
myblackberrypen
haha oh yeah...i remember this song
xXCrazyMarsXx
Did anyone else not receive their call ? 8D