Derided by critics early in his career, Weiland was known for his flamboyant and chaotic onstage persona; he was also known for constantly changing his appearance and vocal style, for his use of a megaphone in concerts for vocal effect, and for his battles with substance abuse. Now widely viewed as a talented and versatile vocalist, Weiland has been ranked in the Top 100 Heavy Metal Vocalists by Hit Parader (No. 57).
In 2012, Weiland formed the backing band The Wildabouts. The band received mixed reviews, and some critics and fans noted Weiland's failing health. In December 2015, Weiland died of an accidental drug overdose on his tour bus in Minnesota at the age of 48. Upon his death, many critics and peers offered re-evaluations of Weiland's life and career; those critics included David Fricke of Rolling Stone and Billy Corgan of The Smashing Pumpkins, who identified Weiland as one of the "voices of the generation" alongside Kurt Cobain and Layne Staley.
Studio albums
12 Bar Blues (1998)
Happy in Galoshes (2008)
Cover albums
A Compilation of Scott Weiland Cover Songs (2011)
The Most Wonderful Time of the Year (2011)
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Arch Angel
Scott Weiland Lyrics
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I wanna wash away the subtleties, burn away the Christmas tree
Best friends sometimes steal the gifts they give
He used to chase me round from London town
Christmas Day, New York, Paris, L.A., some day
He's an angel with a dirty face
Sneaks away to smoke a girt
Stole everything but genius
What's he like? Is he real? Hold on
I don't think I want to know the answers
Often think with a drink in my hand
That you knew your words would be appreciated some way
Some days I wish the world away
I wanna wash away the subtleties, burn away the Christmas tree
Best friends sometimes steal the gifts they give
He used to chase me round from London town
Christmas Day, New York, Paris, L.A., some day
Christmas Day we were the best of friends
Remember we fucked up the gravy
Hadn't seen such a smile on your face
Since we harmonized a little Bing Crosby
10 Days later your girl says yes
I can't live without you, you're my man
But the Christmas song just left your head
And you flew away with a broken wing, your way
Some days, I wish the world away
I wanna wash away the subtleties, burn away the Christmas tree
Best friends sometimes steal the gifts they give
He used to chase me round from London town
Christmas Day, New York, Paris, L.A., some day
Disarray, you just disappeared
Now I find out you're a super hero reborn
All your life was to be special and adored
Children need you as you are
Fighting evil with your supersonic sword
Some days, I wish the world away
I wanna wash away the subtleties, burn away the Christmas tree
Best friends sometimes steal the gifts they give
He used to chase me round from London town
Christmas Day, New York, Paris, L.A., some day
The lyrics of Arch Angel by Scott Weiland tell a story of a close friendship that develops between two individuals. The singer wishes to escape from the complexities of the world and erase the subtleties of life. He has fond memories of Christmas with his friend in various places like London, New York, Paris, and Los Angeles. The friend is referred to as an "angel with a dirty face." He is a person who steals from his friends but also has a heart of gold. The singer is left questioning the reality of his friend as he often gets drunk and wonders if his words will be appreciated but doesn't want answers.
The friendship is seen to grow stronger through a shared love of Christmas and some comical memories that they have between them. However, the singer finds out later that the friendship was only temporary. His friend leaves him brokenhearted after finding love with a girl. The friend seemed to have a rough life, but later, the singer finds out that he was a superhero in disguise. The song ends with the singer wishing to escape from the world again but leaves with a message of how much he treasures the happy memories he shared with his friend.
Line by Line Meaning
Some days I wish the world away
Sometimes I feel like disconnecting myself from everything
I wanna wash away the subtleties, burn away the Christmas tree
I feel like getting rid of all the complications and busy-ness associated with Christmas
Best friends sometimes steal the gifts they give
Close friends can often betray you the most
He used to chase me round from London town
My acquaintance used to follow me often from London
Christmas Day, New York, Paris, L.A., some day
Spending Christmas in different cities seems like a good idea
He's an angel with a dirty face
He is a person with a kind heart, but with many vices
Sneaks away to smoke a girt
He sneaks away to smoke a cigarette
What a break from a brutal life
Smoking is like a break from his otherwise tough life
Stole everything but genius
He might have made many mistakes, but he has not lost his genius
What's he like? Is he real? Hold on
Who is he? Is he genuine? Wait a minute
I don't think I want to know the answers
I might not like the answers once I learn the truth
Often think with a drink in my hand
I tend to be more contemplative when I'm having a drink
That you knew your words would be appreciated some way
You probably knew that your words would resonate with someone
Christmas Day we were the best of friends
We had a great time together on Christmas Day
Remember we fucked up the gravy
We messed up the gravy while cooking
Hadn't seen such a smile on your face
I had never seen such a happy smile on your face before
Since we harmonized a little Bing Crosby
We were singing together and enjoying some holiday music
10 Days later your girl says yes
Your girlfriend said yes to your proposal after 10 days
I can't live without you, you're my man
Your girlfriend said that she can't live without you and you are the one for her
But the Christmas song just left your head
You forgot about the holiday spirit and moved on
And you flew away with a broken wing, your way
You left with a broken heart, but still on your own terms
Disarray, you just disappeared
You left in a state of chaos without any explanation
Now I find out you're a super hero reborn
I have discovered that you are a new person with a fresh start, like a superhero
All your life was to be special and adored
You always wanted to be unique and loved by others
Children need you as you are
Kids look up to you for who you are
Fighting evil with your supersonic sword
You are fighting against evil with your special talents
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elninjalaranja
Lyrics -
Somedays, I wish the world away
I want to wash away the subtleties
And burn away the Christmas Tree,
Best friends (like Michael)
Sometimes steal the gifts they give
He used to chase me round from London town
Christmas Day, New York, Paris, LA
Someday
He's an angel with a dirty face
Sneaks away to smoke a girt (cigarette)
What a break from a brutal life
Stole everything but genius
What's he like? Is he real? Hold on.
I don't think I want to know the answers
Often think with a drink in my hand
That you knew your words would be appreciated someway (arch angel)
Somedays, I wish the world away
I want to wash away the subtleties
And burn away the Christmas Tree,
Best friends (like Michael)
Sometimes steal the gifts they give
He used to chase me round from London town
Christmas Day, New York, Paris, LA
Someday
Christmas day we were the best of friends
Remember we fucked up the gravy (lumpy)?
Hadn't seen such a smile on your face
Since we harmonized a little Bing Crosby
10 days later your girl says yes
I can't live without you, you're my man (daddy)
But the Christmas song just left your head
And you flew away with a broken wing, your way (arch angel)
Somedays, I wish the world away
I want to wash away the subtleties
And burn away the Christmas Tree,
Best friends (like Michael)
Sometimes steal the gifts they give
He used to chase me round from London town
Christmas Day, New York, Paris, LA
Disarray, you just disappeared
Now I find out you're a super hero reborn
All your life was to be special, and adored
Children need you as you are
Fighting evil with your super sonic sword.
Somedays, I wish the world away
I want to wash away the subtleties
And burn away the Christmas Tree,
Best friends (like Michael)
Sometimes steal the gifts they give
He used to chase me round from London town
Christmas Day, New York, Paris, LA
Someday
Cherieee3
Go be with your brother, Scott. Love all of your music.
elninjalaranja
Lyrics -
Somedays, I wish the world away
I want to wash away the subtleties
And burn away the Christmas Tree,
Best friends (like Michael)
Sometimes steal the gifts they give
He used to chase me round from London town
Christmas Day, New York, Paris, LA
Someday
He's an angel with a dirty face
Sneaks away to smoke a girt (cigarette)
What a break from a brutal life
Stole everything but genius
What's he like? Is he real? Hold on.
I don't think I want to know the answers
Often think with a drink in my hand
That you knew your words would be appreciated someway (arch angel)
Somedays, I wish the world away
I want to wash away the subtleties
And burn away the Christmas Tree,
Best friends (like Michael)
Sometimes steal the gifts they give
He used to chase me round from London town
Christmas Day, New York, Paris, LA
Someday
Christmas day we were the best of friends
Remember we fucked up the gravy (lumpy)?
Hadn't seen such a smile on your face
Since we harmonized a little Bing Crosby
10 days later your girl says yes
I can't live without you, you're my man (daddy)
But the Christmas song just left your head
And you flew away with a broken wing, your way (arch angel)
Somedays, I wish the world away
I want to wash away the subtleties
And burn away the Christmas Tree,
Best friends (like Michael)
Sometimes steal the gifts they give
He used to chase me round from London town
Christmas Day, New York, Paris, LA
Disarray, you just disappeared
Now I find out you're a super hero reborn
All your life was to be special, and adored
Children need you as you are
Fighting evil with your super sonic sword.
Somedays, I wish the world away
I want to wash away the subtleties
And burn away the Christmas Tree,
Best friends (like Michael)
Sometimes steal the gifts they give
He used to chase me round from London town
Christmas Day, New York, Paris, LA
Someday
Mauricio Gómez Gallegos
Some stars keep shining even when they are no longer here, you've always been a star. Thanks a lot for everything, Scott!
<3
VirgoJams
I love these loungey sounding songs on Scott's new album!! Killing me Sweetly kinda has the same vibe as this song! I like!
El cristiano de acero
Muy buen disco el Happy in Galoshes.
chadmight
scott weiland, like chris cornell, ventured out and did different kind of music.so what. all their different styles are unique and great. i like them either way.true fans stick by them regardless.you should all know by now scott changes a lot about himself a lot of times. his hair,looks, singing style,music,vocal range,what have you...no big deal. scott and chris kick ass!
Dark Angel
My musical hero...
Layne Staley
guys. stop comparing scott´s solo work to STP and VR. it´s just scott. and he´s amazing. love all his work
marjan smodej
yeah nothing against his solos,but my fave are core purple tiny music and n. 4,if he never did heroin he would probably died from alcohol,im thinking he wanted to control himself,becuase he was clearly a beast in his beginings,could be wrong,no offence to the true fans of Scott Weiland
Roxxane D'troyt
the vibe youre "not getting"is its younger because its about his brother michael.. you know the archangel~ aka~ michael..