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.
Monster
Royal Teeth Lyrics
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That I never meant to be – I'm not who I pretend to be
Hold it in – It's hard to know who is really in control
You're not who I would like to see
You're everything I think I need
Tell me where your love has gone
Don't tell me that it's gone away
Baby what you waiting on
I'm running out of words to try to make you stay
Remember when you hit your head - The water turned from blue to red
We laughed until the pain was gone but now I'm laughing all alone
No I don't know where I start or where you end
But I know my heart will break before it bends
And will you ever come see me again
You're everything I think I need
Tell me where your love has gone
Don't tell me that it's gone away
Baby what you waiting on
I'm running out of words to try to make you say you'll stay
Stay
You're everything I think I need
Tell me where your love has gone
Don't tell me that it's gone away
Baby what you waiting on
I'm running out of words to try to make you say you'll stay
Say you'll stay
The lyrics to Royal Teeth's song "Monster" are all about someone who has turned into someone they never intended to be. They ask the person they are addressing to remember who they were before they turned into a monster. The person explains how hard it is for them to know who is truly in control and that they feel like they are not the person they truly want to be. Despite that, the person they are singing to is everything they think they need. They then begin to plead with this person to not leave them and to tell them where their love has gone, stating that they are running out of words to try to convince them to stay. Near the end of the song, they recount a memory they have with the person they are addressing where they laughed until the pain was gone, but now they are left to laugh alone. They express their confusion about where they end and where the other person begins, but they know that their heart will break before it bends.
Line by Line Meaning
Don't forget me how I was before I turned into a monster
Remember me as I was before I became someone I never intended to be.
That I never meant to be – I'm not who I pretend to be
I didn't intend to become this person, and I'm not who I portray myself to be.
Hold it in – It's hard to know who is really in control
I'm struggling to keep my emotions in check, and I'm not sure who is in charge of my own actions.
You're not who I would like to see
You're not the person I want you to be.
You're everything I think I need
Despite your flaws, I still believe you are everything I need in my life.
Remember when you hit your head - The water turned from blue to red
Recall the time when you got hurt and the water surrounding us turned red from your blood.
We laughed until the pain was gone but now I'm laughing all alone
We used to laugh together until the pain dissipated, but now I'm the only one laughing on my own.
No I don't know where I start or where you end
I'm unsure where my own identity begins and where yours ends.
But I know my heart will break before it bends
I know that my heart will shatter before it yields.
And will you ever come see me again
I'm uncertain if I'll ever see you again.
Tell me where your love has gone
Please let me know where your affections have disappeared to.
Don't tell me that it's gone away
Don't tell me that your love has vanished completely.
Baby what you waiting on
What are you waiting for?
I'm running out of words to try to make you stay
I'm running out of things to say to beg you to stay with me.
You're everything I think I need
Even though things are difficult, I still believe you are everything I need in my life.
Say you'll stay
Please promise me that you'll stay here with me.
Contributed by Aubrey E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Garrett Oates
This Group is phenomenal. I love when i discover new music from Fresh bands that sound like no one else. Quickly one of my favorite groups.
Alida Chauffe
For me personally. I LOVE THEM, I think their music is fresh and, colorful in the mix, all ages can enjoy this. I think everyone should try it. Their a fresh young band that has the guts to go for it! That says a lot. Be supportive. Their great. Love It.
Shanda Ramroop
I feel like im the only 13 year old who loves their music
Divya Venkat
their voices are beautiful
Eva R.
hipster mode: On. This is what I feel like when i discover new music :P
Nichole Thomas
Hey commenters! If you like this band you may also like the band Misterwives! These are two of my favorite bands and I just thought that'd I'd contribute to your music library if you're open for it!
Nati
Thanks
Alida Chauffe
I'm not sure what the other two before me mean? I hope it's not, someone being jealous and belittling themselves for all to see. Remember, people that see this do know u, and your telling them a huge amount about WHO YOU ARE! Keep that in mind.
TiffanyAmber
nope.