Since Rusty Maples’ inception in 2011 the band has performed with and/or opened for the following:
Deerhunter, Lord Huron, CSS, STRFKR, Glass Candy, Yuksek, Health, The Chromatics, The Whigs, Veruca Salt, New York Dolls, Chain Gang of 1974. They Have also played festivals along side The Killers, Beck, Kings of Leon, Imagine Dragons, Alabama Shakes, Haim, and Dawes.
Long Walk Home
Rusty Maples Lyrics
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Your eyes won't have a say
What was in the drink? You mean "what was in the bait?"
...
coridoors will often lead
to serve a path
and dirty teeth
so come on and take a break
and honey, put your money away it isn't like that
next one's on me
and i dont wanna feel like it's a nightcap
we share at the bus stop
i think they stopped ruinning
so we've got a long walk home
sweet heart, drink up
yeah we've got a long walk home
sweet heart drink up
yeah we've got a long walk home
there's a door that automates
though its hips
will loosen, and swing
come on and take a break
come on and take the bait
and honey put your money away its not like that
the next one's on me and
i wanna feel it tonight
The lyrics to Rusty Maples's song "Long Walk Home" speak of a night out with friends, possibly in a bar or club, where the singer has had a drink (or possibly more) that has left them feeling disoriented and vulnerable. The line "this ghost will lacerate" suggests that there is some dark force at work that is affecting them. The next line, "Your eyes won't have a say," implies that the singer is impaired or perhaps hallucinating, and is unable to trust their own perceptions. The line "What was in the drink? You mean 'what was in the bait?'" is interesting because it suggests that the singer has been lured into a situation they didn't fully understand or consent to.
The second half of the song speaks of the need to take a break and escape from whatever is troubling the singer. The line "corridors will often lead to serve a path" suggests that there may be multiple ways to approach a problem or find a solution, but the singer is feeling lost and unsure of how to proceed. The line "and dirty teeth" could be interpreted as a metaphor for feeling unclean or uncomfortable in one's surroundings. The repeated refrain of "come on and have a seat" implies that the singer is seeking comfort and stability in the midst of chaos. The final lines of the song suggest that the singer is resigned to their situation and must make a long journey home, possibly on foot, feeling disoriented and vulnerable.
Line by Line Meaning
this ghost will lacerate
The haunting memory of something or someone will leave a deep emotional wound
Your eyes won't have a say
You will not be able to avoid the pain or mental anguish caused by the memory
What was in the drink? You mean 'what was in the bait?'
The situation that led to this memory was more sinister than it appeared at first glance
coridoors will often lead
Life's twists and turns will often lead us down unexpected paths
to serve a path
These paths we take in life serve a purpose and help guide us where we need to go
and dirty teeth
Despite the unexpected and unpleasant moments, life goes on and we must keep moving forward
so come on and take a break
Amidst the chaos, it's important to take a moment to rest and recharge
come on and have a seat
Take a moment to relax and just be present in the moment
and honey, put your money away it isn't like that
Don't worry about the cost or the future - just enjoy the moment for what it is
next one's on me
I will take care of you and provide for you in our time of need
and i dont wanna feel like it's a nightcap
I don't want this moment to end prematurely like it's just some fleeting bit of enjoyment
we share at the bus stop
We're two strangers who have found ourselves sharing a moment in time together
i think they stopped ruinning
The buses have already stopped running, leaving us with no choice but to walk
so we've got a long walk home
We have a long, possibly difficult journey ahead of us
sweet heart, drink up
Take another moment to enjoy the present and enjoy your refreshment
there's a door that automates
There is a mechanical door that will open for us, offering the promise of safety and security
though its hips
Despite its sturdy appearance, the door may not be as stable as it seems
will loosen, and swing
The door will eventually give way and we will be free to move forward
come on and take a break
Another reminder to take a moment to rest, to breathe
come on and take the bait
Take a chance on the unknown, trust in the future
and honey put your money away its not like that
Let go of the worry and the fear, trust that everything will work out in the end
the next one's on me and
I will take care of you, no matter what may come
i wanna feel it tonight
I want to enjoy this moment to its fullest, to savor it and let it live on in my memory
Contributed by Stella E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.