His first project was Beat!Beat!Beat!, an indie teenage band where he was the drummer. Years later the band separated and he became a soloist.
He then released his acclaimed debut EP 'Elliot' in 2013. The lead single 'Elliot' was named as Pitchfork's 'Best New Track'. Roosevelt then released the double-A side 'Night Moves/Hold On' in 2015 on Greco-Roman which continued a warm synth-pop, Balearic-influenced sound.
In April 2016, he announced his self-titled debut album, set for release on August 19, 2016 on Greco-Roman/City Slang, with the video for tracks "Colours" and "Moving On".
He has remixed the likes of Glass Animals, Jax Jones, Truls, Sundara Karma, Luka Vasta and Kakkmaddafakka, and on tour has supported Hot Chip, Totally Enormous Extinct Dinosaurs and Crystal Fighters.
In June 2018, he announced a second album 'Young Romance', it was released on September 28, 2018. The first single from this album 'Under The Sun' was released on June 27, 2018.
In March 2019, he released 'Falling Back' and a cover of Fleetwood Mac's "Everywhere" on W Records. The next year, 'Everywhere' was featured in We Bare Bears: The Movie.
On 10 June 2020, Roosevelt released the single Sign, which was the first original material since his sophomore album Young Romance. Roosevelt went on to release another four singles (Echoes, Feels Right, Strangers & Lovers) before his third studio album, 'Polydans', which was released on 26 February 2021.
In July 2023, he announced a fourth album, 'Embrace', scheduled to be released on 22 September 2023. Four singles were released beforehand; Ordinary Love, Luna, Paralyzed, Rising.
Elliot
Roosevelt Lyrics
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I feel all about for you
You seem to lie Elliot.
Before you go
Theres nothing more left for you
And nothing by the way.
Tell me know
I feel all about for you
Before you go
Theres nothing more left for you
And nothing by the way.
Elliot Elliot, look out!
We got time on the way from you
Elliot, Elliot, look out!
We got time on the way from you
Tell me know
I feel all about for you
You seem to lie Elliot.
Before you go
Theres nothing more left for you
And nothing by the way.
Elliot Elliot, look out!
We got time on the way from you
Elliot, Elliot, look out!
We got time on the way from you
In Roosevelt's song Elliot, the lyrics describe a sense of betrayal towards someone named Elliot who has apparently lied or deceived the singer in some way. The repetition of "Tell me you know, I feel all about for you, you seem to lie Elliot" emphasizes the singer's frustration and disbelief towards Elliot's actions. The line "Before you go, there's nothing more left for you and nothing by the way" suggests that the singer is ready to move on from the situation and is essentially ending the relationship with Elliot.
The chorus repeats the line "Elliot Elliot, look out! We got time on the way from you" which can be interpreted as a warning or a threat towards Elliot. The use of repetition and the urgent tone in the singer's delivery adds to the intensity of the song's emotions. The lyrics overall convey a sense of hurt and betrayal towards someone who has broken the singer's trust.
Line by Line Meaning
Tell me you know
I want to hear from you that you are aware of what's going on.
I feel all about for you
I have strong feelings for you.
You seem to lie Elliot.
I think you are being dishonest, Elliot.
Before you go
Before you leave or do something else.
Theres nothing more left for you
There is nothing else for you here.
And nothing by the way.
Do not expect anything else from me.
Elliot Elliot, look out!
Elliot, be careful!
We got time on the way from you
We have time to wait for you, but not too much.
Tell me know
I want to hear from you again.
Elliot, Elliot, look out!
Elliot, be cautious!
We got time on the way from you
We can wait for a bit, but not forever.
Contributed by Joseph D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Fernando Salcido
Lyrics:
Tell me you know
I feel all about for you
You seem to lie Elliot.
Before you go
Theres nothing more left for you
And nothing by the way.
Tell me know
I feel all about for you
You seem to lie Elliot.
Before you go
Theres nothing more left for you
And nothing by the way.
Elliot Elliot, look out!
We got time on the way from you
Elliot, Elliot, look out!
We got time on the way from you
Tell me know
I feel all about for you
You seem to lie Elliot.
Before you go
Theres nothing more left for you
And nothing by the way.
Elliot Elliot, look out!
We got time on the way from you
Elliot, Elliot, look out!
We got time on the way from you
AMathMonkey
Maybe correct lyrics:
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Tell me you know
Nothing was meant for you
You seem to light her eyes
Before you go
There's nothing more left for you
You love the night away
(x2 in original mix only)
Elliot, Elliot, look out
We got time, on our way, for now
Elliot, Elliot, look out
We got time, on our way, for now
Tell me you know
Nothing was meant for you
You seem to light her eyes
Before you go
There's nothing more left for you
You love the night away
Elliot, Elliot, look out
We got time, on our way, for now
Elliot, Elliot, look out
We got time, on our way, for now
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Confirmed a lot of things by lip-reading a live performance.
Edit 2018: I changed it to "you seem to light her eyes" because that sounds poetic and accurate.
Bagley Records
This beat is so uplifting. It just makes you feel good.
Nikhil Sahi
I'll never forget the days when I was low, lost and strung out & when I bumped into this masterpiece by Roosevelt 💙🇨🇦
Fernando Salcido
Lyrics:
Tell me you know
I feel all about for you
You seem to lie Elliot.
Before you go
Theres nothing more left for you
And nothing by the way.
Tell me know
I feel all about for you
You seem to lie Elliot.
Before you go
Theres nothing more left for you
And nothing by the way.
Elliot Elliot, look out!
We got time on the way from you
Elliot, Elliot, look out!
We got time on the way from you
Tell me know
I feel all about for you
You seem to lie Elliot.
Before you go
Theres nothing more left for you
And nothing by the way.
Elliot Elliot, look out!
We got time on the way from you
Elliot, Elliot, look out!
We got time on the way from you
MinSoo Kang
The best song in my life. I listen to this song everyday in my life.
Arlo Garlick
Why did this song disappear from Spotify?
MrWayne80
I’m just listening it from Spotify
Ray Garcia
It’s still on there !
818leo .28
2023❤
Paulo Sérgio Pires
She seems Israeli's soldier....but a soldier never leaves your rifle alone....
Cristian Gallegos
can't wait until this guy blows up and starts playing the biggest festivals. this song and ep in general are epic. nothing has made me want to dance this much in a while