In late 2008 the band began recording their first album at Beach House Studios in Malmö, Sweden, with producer Anders Hallbäck. The album was completed in 2009 and all songs were mixed at ToyTown Studios by Stefan Glaumann (Rammstein, Europe, Def Leppard, Backyard Babies, Deathstars, etc.).
In 2009 Royal Republic signed a publishing deal with Warner/Chappell Music Scandinavia and a record deal with Bonnier Amigo Music. The first single, All Because of You was released in September 2009 and is currently being aired on Swedish radio stations, including Sveriges Radio and Bandit Rock. Their debut album, We Are the Royal was released in Sweden in February 2010 and was well received by critics, fans and rock radio. Their second album was released on on the 24th of August of 2012.
Official website: www.wearetheroyal.com
People Say That I'm Over The Top
Royal Republic Lyrics
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UGH!
You can't shut me down!
I got another one coming up
I got one more thing to touch
I wanna get inside!
Oh Bam! I love how we collide!
I take it in my stride
A lot of heartaches, riches and tores
The more you suffer, the more you rejoice
What do you do when it gets to rough?
What do you do when too much is not enough!?
I don't wanna come on down!
No, I never wanna come on down!
I start and I never stop!
People say that I'm over the top!
Just like I'm killing time
Just like us just killing crime
While I wait for the bomb to drop!
People say that I'm over the top!
(This is all real)
Oh, we were revoked just to go to waste
Written just to be erased
One down two to go
All the time with a one-man show
(Hot damn!)
Hot damn!
(WATER IN THE CITY!)
To me people want no pity
Smile we're running the gun
Aren't we having fun?
A lot of heartaches, riches and tores
The more you suffer, the more you rejoice
Maybe tomorrow's a good day to die?
Maybe today is a good day to be alive!?
I don't wanna come on down!
No, I never wanna come on down!
I start and I never stop!
People say that I'm over the top!
Just like I'm killing time
Just like us just killing crime
While I wait for the bomb to drop!
People say that I'm over the top!
WHOAW HEY!
I don't know where I'm going
If you don't know where to go
You don't want my affection
'Cause my love is just for show
Don't need another reason
Don't need another side
Just take me up on life support
And I'll fine.
I don't wanna come on down!
No, I never wanna come on down!
I start and I never stop!
People say that I'm over the top!
Just like I'm killing time
Just like us just killing crime
While I wait for the bomb to drop!
People say that I'm over the top!
People say that I'm over the top!
People say that I'm over the top!
People say that I'm over the top!
People say that I'm over the top!
The lyrics to Royal Republic's song "People Say That I'm Over the Top" portray a rebellious attitude in the face of criticism. The singer defiantly proclaims that despite what people say about them being "over the top," they refuse to be silenced, and will continue to express themselves in their own way. The line "You can't shut me down" serves as a bold statement of individuality and self-expression.
The lyrics also touch on themes of resilience and perseverance in the face of hardships. The line "The more you suffer, the more you rejoice" suggests that adversity can be overcome, and that there is a sense of triumph in persevering through difficult times. Additionally, the lyrics question the concept of "too much" - in asking "What do you do when too much is not enough!?," the singer seems to be challenging the idea that there should be limits on one's creative expression or emotional intensity.
The overall message of the song seems to be one of rebellion and self-affirmation. The singer refuses to be silenced or censored by those who think they are "over the top," and instead embraces their own uniqueness and creative energy.
Line by Line Meaning
People say that I'm over the top-
Even though people think I am too much, I won't stop being myself.
You can't shut me down!
I am unstoppable and won't let anyone bring me down.
I got another one coming up
I always have more to give, more to say, and more to do.
I got one more thing to touch
I have something I want to achieve, and I won't stop until I reach it.
I wanna get inside!
I have passion and energy that drives me toward success, and I want to get inside and experience it all.
Oh Bam! I love how we collide!
I love the energy and excitement that comes from bringing different people and ideas together, even if it causes friction.
All our differences aside
Even though we may have disagreements or different backgrounds, we can still come together and create something amazing.
I take it in my stride
I confidently and calmly handle whatever life throws my way.
A lot of heartaches, riches and tores
Life can be full of ups and downs, but those experiences shape us and give us a unique perspective.
The more you suffer, the more you rejoice
Our struggles can make our accomplishments and moments of joy even sweeter, and we should learn from them.
What do you do when it gets to rough?
When life gets tough, what can we do to cope and continue moving forward?
What do you do when too much is not enough!?
When we crave more and more, but it isn't fulfilling, what can we do to find true satisfaction?
I don't know where I'm going
I may not have everything figured out, but I am still moving forward.
If you don't know where to go
If you're lost or unsure of your path, that's okay. Take your time and explore.
You don't want my affection
If you're not interested in what I have to offer, that's fine. I won't force it on you.
'Cause my love is just for show
My outward expression of love or enthusiasm may seem over the top or insincere, but that's just who I am.
Don't need another reason
I don't need a specific reason to be myself or express my feelings.
Don't need another side
I don't need to fit into a particular category or label, I am multifaceted and complex.
Just take me up on life support
All I need is the support of others around me to keep moving forward in life.
And I'll fine.
As long as I have the support and love of those around me, I can handle whatever life throws my way.
Writer(s): HANNES VIKTOR HUGO IRENGARD, JOHN CARL ADAM GRAHN, PER RICKARD HENRIK ANDREASSON, JONAS KRISTOFFER ALMEN
Contributed by Lincoln J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.