Rufio released their debut recording in 2001 on The Militia Group label, Perhaps, I Suppose. The band returned in June 2003 with MCMLXXXV (released on the Nitro label), which was recorded with the aid of producer Nick Rasculinecz who has also recorded with Foo Fighters and Rancid. Rufio went on to play on the Warped Tour that summer following the release of their second album. Their third album The Comfort of Home was released in July 2005. Again, the band went on to join tour that fall with MxPx and Relient K after the "The Comfort of Home" release.
In late January, 2006 bassist Jon Berry and drummer Mike Jimenez left the ban due to creative differences. Following the loss of these two members the band pulled out of their tour with No Use For A Name in early 2006. While no official statement had then been made regarding a breakup, in a 2006 interview, No Use for a Name acknowledged as much.
On Thursday 5th April 2007 the band announced on their MySpace page that they were to have an official farewell show on June 1st 2007 at The Glass House, Pomona CA followed by a South American tour. The statement in full reads: "Farewell show and South American tour. well... its been a while friends... and we've finally decided that its time to do an official farewell show with all the members of Rufio on June 1st. We thought it would be a good way to show our appreciation to all our hometown friends and fans who have supported us from the very beginning. We figured the Glasshouse would be a very appropriate venue to host the show and we hope to see ALLLL of you there! we'll be playing a variety of songs, and even oldies we rarely play! Its going to be a sad night but it also means the birth of new projects and new music! We're also going down to South America in june for one last hoorah. we're very excited about this. there are some shows posted right now, and more will be posted later. we cant wait to party with you crazy south americans! come party with us one last time! Love, Rufio."
On Tuesday, August 4th 2009, Rufio posted a myspace blog announcing that they were already in the midst of a new C.D.
Rufio released their newest EP on January 19, 2010. It is titled, "The Loneliest EP," and it features four brand new tracks. Released through The Militia Group, the tracks include "All That Lasts," and "The Loneliest." The other tracks are acoustic versions of the previous two songs. New members of Rufio include Taylor Albaugh (bass) and Terry Stirling (drums).
On July 27, 2010, Rufio released their 4th album, Anybody Out There. This was followed by worldwide touring. In October 2010, Clark Domae announced that he was leaving the band to pursue other projects. In April 2011, Terry Stirling Jr. left Rufio to pursue other endeavors.
In July 2012, Rufio officially broke up. The band played a one-off reunion show on June 18, 2015, at the Montebello Amnesia Rockfest.
Band members:
2000-2007:
Scott Sellers
Mike Jimenez
Clark Domae
Jon Berry
2009-2010:
Scott Sellers
Clark Domae
Terry Stirling Jr.
Taylor Albaugh
Out Of Control
Rufio Lyrics
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I'm on my knees and
I'm betting anything will keep me alive
I'm treading water
your mind is stronger
I'm faking anything that I can't define
You're broken hearts gone
And now your all alone
I'm saying sorry
The words are nothing
Your voice is poison
And it gets worse
In time [x6]
This is out of control
We are still locked down today
We keep playing along
With intentions
What intentions?
It's like a bad dream, another story
That's running circles in the back of my mind
See now it's ok to give me nothing
'Cause I was using you so I could get mine
You know I wanted to see only you
But you were trying just to keep me away
We're realizing, We're patronizing
So now its over but the past it remains
In time [x6]
This is out of control
We are still locked down today
We keep playing along
With intentions
This is out of control
We are still locked down today
We keep playing along
With intentions
What intentions?
These imperfections make it hurt
And you're far away now but I know you're coming home
This is out of control
We can't make it on our own
We keep playing along just to leave us more alone
This is out of control
This happy ending's getting old
But we're playing along
With intentions
This is out of control
We are still locked down today
We keep playing along
With intentions
This is out of control
We are still locked down today
We keep playing along
With intentions
What intentions?
The lyrics to Rufio's song "Out Of Control" speak of a relationship that has gone awry, leaving both parties feeling helpless and stuck in a cycle of playing along with no real intentions. The singer is desperate for a reason to keep going, even though their partner's stronger mind is overpowering them. They admit to faking their way through anything they can't define, and the relationship has left them feeling broken-hearted and alone.
The song's chorus, "This is out of control, we are still locked down today, we keep playing along with intentions," repeats multiple times, emphasizing the stagnant nature of the relationship despite the desire for change. The singer acknowledges that their imperfections are causing pain, and even though they know their partner is coming home, they feel helpless in fixing things.
Overall, the song speaks to the feeling of being trapped in a dysfunctional relationship and desperately wanting a way out, but not knowing how to break free.
Line by Line Meaning
Give me a reason
I'm in a desperate situation and I need a justification to keep going
I'm on my knees and
I'm feeling defeated and broken down
I'm betting anything will keep me alive
I'm willing to do whatever it takes to survive, even if it's risky
I'm treading water
I'm struggling to keep my head above water and stay afloat
your mind is stronger
You have more control over the situation and yourself than I do
I'm faking anything that I can't define
I'm pretending to have control and understanding over things that I don't
You're broken hearts gone
You have moved on from your heartbreak
And now your all alone
You are isolated and lonely
You're giving everything and now you'll break mine
You have put all your effort into the relationship and now you will break my heart
I'm saying sorry
I'm apologizing for my actions and regretting them
The words are nothing
My apology means nothing to you
Your voice is poison
Your words and actions are harmful and toxic
And it gets worse
The situation is getting worse and more unbearable
In time [x6]
Time will pass and things may change, but it's uncertain
This is out of control
The situation has become uncontrollable and chaotic
We are still locked down today
We are stuck in this situation and unable to move on
We keep playing along
We continue to pretend that everything is okay and functioning normally
With intentions
We have reasons and motives for our actions, even if they are misguided or unclear
It's like a bad dream, another story
The situation feels surreal and like a nightmare
That's running circles in the back of my mind
The situation is constantly bothering and affecting me mentally
See now it's ok to give me nothing
It's acceptable for you to not give me what I want or need
'Cause I was using you so I could get mine
I was taking advantage of you to benefit myself
You know I wanted to see only you
I really cared about you and wanted to be with you exclusively
But you were trying just to keep me away
You were deliberately avoiding me and trying to distance yourself
We're realizing, We're patronizing
We are recognizing that our behavior towards each other has been condescending and insulting
So now its over but the past it remains
We have ended our relationship, but the effects of our past actions still linger
These imperfections make it hurt
Our faults and shortcomings are causing pain and distress
And you're far away now but I know you're coming home
You may be physically distant now, but I have faith that you will come back
We can't make it on our own
We are unable to handle the situation alone without support or help
We keep playing along just to leave us more alone
We continue to maintain the facade of normalcy, but this only isolates us further
This happy ending's getting old
The idea that things will eventually work out and be okay is becoming tiresome and unrealistic
What intentions?
What are our true motives and goals behind our actions and behavior towards each other?
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC, Cloud9
Written by: CLARK DOMAE, JON BERRY, MICHAEL JOSEPH GREEN, MIKE JIMENEZ, SCOTT SELLERS
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@DimasAsmoro
Give me a reason
I'm on my knees and
I'm betting anything will keep me alive
I'm treading water
your mind is stronger
I'm faking anything that I can't define
You're broken hearts gone
And now your all alone
You're giving everything and now you'll break mine
I'm saying sorry
The words are nothing
Your voice is poison
And it gets worse
In time [x6]
[Chorus]
This is out of control
We are still locked down today
We keep playing along
With intentions
What intentions?
It's like a bad dream, another story
That's running circles in the back of my mind
See now it's ok to give me nothing
'Cause I was using you so I could get mine
You know I wanted to see only you
But you were trying just to keep me away
We're realizing, We're patronizing
So now its over but the past it remains
In time [x6]
[Chorus x2]
What intentions?
These imperfections make it hurt
And you're far away now but I know you're coming home
This is out of control
We can't make it on our own
We keep playing along just to leave us more alone
This is out of control
This happy ending's getting old
But we're playing along
With intentions
[Chorus x2]
What intentions?
@DimasAsmoro
Give me a reason
I'm on my knees and
I'm betting anything will keep me alive
I'm treading water
your mind is stronger
I'm faking anything that I can't define
You're broken hearts gone
And now your all alone
You're giving everything and now you'll break mine
I'm saying sorry
The words are nothing
Your voice is poison
And it gets worse
In time [x6]
[Chorus]
This is out of control
We are still locked down today
We keep playing along
With intentions
What intentions?
It's like a bad dream, another story
That's running circles in the back of my mind
See now it's ok to give me nothing
'Cause I was using you so I could get mine
You know I wanted to see only you
But you were trying just to keep me away
We're realizing, We're patronizing
So now its over but the past it remains
In time [x6]
[Chorus x2]
What intentions?
These imperfections make it hurt
And you're far away now but I know you're coming home
This is out of control
We can't make it on our own
We keep playing along just to leave us more alone
This is out of control
This happy ending's getting old
But we're playing along
With intentions
[Chorus x2]
What intentions?
@mathieuloser
Still awesome and so underrated after all these years. I really miss you guys.
@Paradoxinol
RIP Rufio. Great little band.
@Carldemor
I just miss them. Those days, back in early 2000s. What a great band, great energy.
@mathieuloser
Such an underrated band... Miss them so much
@andyyhimself
i can finally play the intro on the guitar lol
@luizaraujo2944
2017 and I keep trying, LOL.
@ChaserTree
lmao sick
@phattacorider
Damn this song is fucking awesome!
@thegillband
2021 and we are still locked down today. This is out of control!