They released their debut album, [albumartist=Royal Coda]Royal Coda, in 2018. Their sophomore album Compassion was released in 2019.
Ruby Leaf
Royal Coda Lyrics
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Yeah we know them all too well
And I can tell that you would say to go to hell
Terrified, terrified to hurt you
I'm going to the states with this debate
With everything you heard
Pulled the rake and now I slipped up
And then took the bait, now I'm the worm
In my room, there's this garden, that I grew for you
The cold breeze and the changing of things falls destitute
Yeah, I cry. Yeah, I cry, too
But don't weep for me
Makes me feel, makes me feel better about everything
Now I'm the one
Can't evade you
Now it's all gone
We'll escape, too
Now I'm the one
Can't evade you
Now it's all gone
We'll escape, too
This split decision
Quick incision, you won't notice all the pain it's now contained
And you would say that I'm to blame
I'm going to the states with this debate
With everything you heard
Stepped on the weight
Pulled the rake and now I slipped up
And then took the bait, now I'm the worm
They'll make worms meat of me
Was just dying to be
If anything I'd knew you'd agree
I knew you'd agree
They'll make worms meat of me
Was just dying to be
If anything I'd knew you'd agree
I knew you'd agree
The song "Ruby Leaf" by Royal Coda speaks of guilt, fear, and ultimately acceptance of the consequences of one's actions. The opening lines refer to being able to recognize and identify those who have made mistakes, as well as knowing that the person being sung to would not hesitate to curse them out in anger. It is implied that the singer is fearful of damaging their relationship by hurting the person they care for.
The song then moves on to talk about a progression in one's emotions and experiences, specifically a journey to the United States with a debate and hearing negative things during it. The singer seems to carry the weight on their burden and expresses a sense of loss and confusion that culminates in them feeling vulnerable and trapped. However, despite this situation, the singer still holds onto the hope of redemption, bestowing a garden they had grown for the other person, knowing they would experience joy, even though they couldn’t be there. The chorus imparts a sense of inevitability, acknowledging the singer’s newfound awareness of their relationship being over and their inability to escape from it.
The next verse denotes a sense of regret and highlights the consequences of the singer's actions. They make a quick decision and are aware of the pain which it contains, but perhaps in the hopes that it may minimize the damage. It is suggested that the person might be innocent, but as time passes, they will eventually realize the singer's culpability. The lyrics "They'll make worms' meat of me" and " If anything, I knew you'd agree" underline the realization of consequences that awaits the singer. Towards the end, the chorus is repeated, emphasizing the futility of escape and the inevitability of the situation.
Line by Line Meaning
With blank expressions, guilty notions
We have guilty feelings, but we don't show it on our faces
Yeah we know them all too well
We are familiar with these feelings
And I can tell that you would say to go to hell
I know you well enough to predict your response
Terrified, terrified to hurt you
I'm frightened that I might hurt you
I'm going to the states with this debate
I'm going to deal with this argument
With everything you heard
With all the information you have
Stepped on the weight
I made a mistake
Pulled the rake and now I slipped up
My actions have led to negative consequences
And then took the bait, now I'm the worm
I fell for a trap and am now in a worse position
In my room, there's this garden, that I grew for you
I created something specifically for you in my personal space
The cold breeze and the changing of things falls destitute
The natural beauty I created is now lacking without you
Yeah, I cry. Yeah, I cry, too
I am also emotional about the situation
But don't weep for me
Don't feel sorry for me
Makes me feel, makes me feel better about everything
Crying is cathartic and helps me to feel better
Now I'm the one
I am now responsible
Can't evade you
I cannot avoid the situation
Now it's all gone
Everything has fallen apart
We'll escape, too
We will also find a way out of this
This split decision
This quick and difficult choice
Quick incision, you won't notice all the pain it's now contained
I will make a decision that will cause pain, but you won't realize it hurts as much as it does
And you would say that I'm to blame
I know that you will hold me responsible
They'll make worms meat of me
I will be punished severely
Was just dying to be
I wanted to do the thing that led to my downfall
If anything I'd knew you'd agree
I thought you would support my decision
I knew you'd agree
I was certain you would have the same perspective
Contributed by Evan F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@orangegrovefl
It’s like Will’s guitar power is battling Sergios’s guitar power. At the same time, they are dancing together in harmony... Damn dude. That’s tight as fuck
@CraigPark
lionsmane FL basically Sianvar 2 lol
@david54181
It's here, it's finally here. The greatest album of the year
@thelightbeamrider28
Joseph kills it on the drums! Love it!
@matheusmachadomattoso4634
Like always hahahaha
@daniaurlev938
Technical, sexy, emo. This album is a gem.
@AtTheDriveInFAN
My favorite track off the album!! so damn good
@dis.j0int652
The instruments... the lyrics...the firepower.. Kurt went diabolical in this song.
@kennylong3275
I want to see Joe do a live play through of the drums on this one. That opening is sooooo sick
@foxwolf92
so many good parts of this song. 00:34 and 03:50, hidden things that are just so magical