Royal Teeth is a happy accident. On a whim, the New Orleans-based band started incorporating samples and electronics to its indie vibe. Though this sounds mainstream, the band catches audiences off-guard with its memorable male and female vocal hooks.
More than ever, the band has cemented its stylistic sound. Before, the lineup changed from show-to-show. Now, the six members are set, ready for royalty.
Download Act Naturally EP @ http://royalteeth.bandcamp.com/album/act-naturally/
Band members:
Gary Larsen (singer)
Nora Patterson (singer)
Joshua Wells (bass)
Josh Hefner (drums)
Stevie Billeaud (guitar)
Andrew Poe (keyboard)
Debut EP - "Act Naturally" (2011)
The band released their debut EP Act Naturally in 2011.
Debut Album - "Glow" (2013)
After signing with Dangerbird Records, Royal Teeth released their long awaited debut album Glow on August 13th 2013, featuring 11 tracks.
American Idol appearance (2014)
On March 20th 2014, the band appeared on American Idol on the Fox network in the US, where they performed their breakout single "Wild". The track had featured as one of NPR’s Austin 100 to preview SXSW 2014.
For Keeps
Royal Teeth Lyrics
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I forget you need me until you're screaming something rude
I am always holding in
I'm keeping it, I'm keeping it
I am always holding in
I'm keeping it, I'm keeping it
Tell me what you're thinking
What are you thinking of
I know its harder living
Knowing you were more in love
I am always holding in
I'm keeping it, I'm keeping it
I am always holding in
I'm keeping it, I'm keeping it
Tell me where I should begin
I'm keeping it, I'm keeping it
I am always holding in
I'm keeping it, I’m keeping it, again
Saying I will let it go,
Let it go, again
I am always holding in
I'm keeping it, I'm keeping it
Show me where I should begin
I'm keeping it, I'm keeping it
I am always holding in
I'm keeping it, I’m keeping it, again
The lyrics of Royal Teeth's song For Keeps contain a sense of emotional turmoil and inner conflict. The opening lines convey a feeling of detachment and isolation, as the singer describes feeling freezing or burning in a particular room. This is followed by an admission that they forget how much they are needed until the other person starts to criticize or lash out at them. The refrain "I am always holding in, I'm keeping it" further underscores a sense of repressed emotions or secrets that are being concealed.
The chorus of the song seems to be addressed directly to the other person in the relationship, asking them to share what they are thinking and admitting that it is difficult to live with the knowledge that they were more in love. The singer seems to be on the verge of opening up or letting go, but their hesitation is reflected in the repeated refrain of "I'm keeping it." The final lines of the song suggest a resignation to this state of affairs, with the singer saying that they will let go, but then immediately repeating the refrain.
Overall, the lyrics of For Keeps suggest a relationship that is fraught with tension and uncertainty, where both parties are struggling to express their true feelings and connect with each other.
Line by Line Meaning
I am always freezing or burning in this room
I feel uncomfortable and uneasy in this space, as if I'm either too cold or too hot.
I forget you need me until you're screaming something rude
I don't realize how important I am to you until you express frustration in a harsh or hurtful way.
Tell me what you're thinking
Please share your thoughts and feelings with me, I want to understand you better.
What are you thinking of
Specify your current thoughts or preoccupations, so that I may empathize with you.
I know its harder living
I understand that it can be difficult to navigate life's challenges and complexities.
Knowing you were more in love
Being aware of the fact that you possess stronger feelings for me than I do for you complicates our relationship.
Tell me where I should begin
Advise me on where to start, because I am not sure how to proceed.
Saying I will let it go, Let it go, again
I claim that I will release my feelings or negative thoughts, but I continue to hold onto them.
Show me where I should begin
Assist me in finding the starting point, because I am struggling to make progress on my own.
I am always holding in
I have a tendency to suppress my emotions, rather than express them openly and honestly.
I'm keeping it, I'm keeping it
I am retaining my thoughts and feelings, rather than sharing them with you or letting them go.
I'm keeping it, I'm keeping it, again
Once again, I am not sharing my thoughts and emotions, but instead holding onto them.
Contributed by Colton I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Heysavvy
Love them! Got to see them in concert and they were some of the best performers that I have ever seen!
November 7 2021
Great tune love the percussion.
kikilimitokiri
Percussion is awesome!! :D
WaterIsPoison18
Wow!