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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Missing Cleveland
Scott Weiland Lyrics
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They expected us to fall from the heavens
It's only seven, they were monkeys all of them
Entertainment summer stain
Wondering whether, it's now or never
Strapped into the monkey scene
Like a Martian chimpanzee
When you broke my laws
You're holding on but letting go
I'm missing Cleveland and the snow
And lonely thoughts where everybody
Knows the truth and lets it be
We'll have a dream and you don't care
At least it seems so when you're there
What really hurts these sometimes lonely
When your feet are on the ground
There was you and there was me like the perfect family
Thought we'd always live forever
One and one and one makes three
And in change a glass of pain
Glad we got it truly toxic
Strapped into the monkey scene
Like a Martian chimpanzee
Love you more than ever
When you broke my laws
You're holding on but letting go
I'm missing Cleveland and the snow
The lonely thoughts where everybody
Knows the truth and lets it be
We'll have a dream and you don't care
At least it seems so when you're there
What really hurts these sometimes lonely
When your feet are on the ground
Once again I am alone, now I'm older
Never meant to let you go, no
You're holding on but letting go
I'm missing Cleveland and the snow
The lonely thoughts where everybody
Knows the truth and lets it be
We'll have a dream and you don't care
At least it seems so when you're there
What really hurts is sometimes lonely
When your feet are on the ground
The lyrics of Scott Weiland's song "Missing Cleveland" narrate the pain of separation and loss experienced by the singer. The first stanza describes a scene where the singer and his lover are expected to fall in love at a bar, but the people around them seem like "monkeys." The second stanza contains expressions that reflect how the singer feels about his lover. He talks about being "strapped" into a "monkey scene," but loving his partner "more than ever." In the next stanza, the singer acknowledges his loneliness and missing the snow and his hometown Cleveland.
The song depicts a painful situation that the singer finds himself in as he grapples with his feelings of isolation and the pain of losing his partner. The chorus reflects his deep sense of loneliness and disconnection from everything around him. He talks about holding on while letting go, which suggests that he's still struggling to let go of this love that's causing him pain. The lyrics imply a feeling of displacement and express how the singer is "missing Cleveland and the snow" where he feels everyone knows "the truth and lets it be."
The song's overall significance lies in its ability to connect with the audience on a deep level. It explores emotions that everyone can relate to, such as separation, loneliness, and missing a loved one. It's a poignant reminder that life can be painful, and the things we hold dear may not last forever.
Line by Line Meaning
You were dressed up at the bar
You were fancily arrayed when we met at the pub.
They expected us to fall from the heavens
People held us in high esteem and expected us to achieve great things.
It's only seven, they were monkeys all of them
It was early, and the people there seemed foolish or unimportant.
Entertainment summer stain
Summer's activities and events become a blur in retrospect.
Wondering whether, it's now or never
I'm contemplating whether it's the right moment to act on our feelings.
Strapped into the monkey scene
Stuck in the unenjoyable routine of daily life.
Like a Martian chimpanzee
Feeling like an outsider, with nobody understanding what I'm going through.
Love you more than ever
I love you deeply and passionately.
When you broke my laws
When you went against my wishes or betrayed me.
You're holding on but letting go
You're still emotionally invested, but physically moving on from our relationship.
I'm missing Cleveland and the snow
I'm longing for a simpler time when we were together in the cold north.
And lonely thoughts where everybody
I often get lost in thoughts where everyone around me is distant and uncaring.
Knows the truth and lets it be
In these introspective moments, I feel like everyone is aware of my struggles but doesn't care enough to intervene.
We'll have a dream and you don't care
We'll both fantasize separately, without regard for each other's needs or desires.
At least it seems so when you're there
In your presence, it feels like you don't acknowledge or care about my emotional state.
What really hurts is sometimes lonely
What's truly painful is when I'm lonely, without anyone to turn to or confide in.
When your feet are on the ground
Even when I'm not lost in thought, the reality of our situation still weighs heavily on me.
Once again I am alone, now I'm older
Once again, I find myself without you, and now I'm older and perhaps wiser for it.
Never meant to let you go, no
I didn't intend to end our relationship, but circumstances got in the way.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: DOUGLAS ALLAN GREAN, SCOTT RICHARD WEILAND
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Ms.CanadaUSA
This song deserved WAY more airplay than it got. Scott Weiland is great. STP has never been the same without him, and this is a quality song. It reminds me of some of the songs off of "TIny Music..."
Marc Brockmann
Yes the Song is amazing. He belongs in the rnr hall of Fame RIP Scott. Thanks for all the music
William's Wrestling
No scott no stp its just a money grab
Mark Vaughn
@livinwlouidog The vocal layering is very similar to Tiny Music in my opinion.
livinwlouidog
Ms.CanadaUSA I'd love to hear your reply to describe your thought on Tiny Music. I listen to that album a lot, know it backwards and forwards. Not sure I hear what you mean, but am respectful to your thoughts...
You're Right
I love STP, but Scott has no one to blame but himself for getting kicked out. The DeLeo brothers have worked to hard to have him keep screwing up. I'm just lucky I got to see them in Charlotte last time they toured. One of the few dates Scott wasn't out of it.
Pepper Mint
I absolutely adore this song..... I know you tried to hold on. I pray you are at peace now. We will never forget you. ♡♡
David Matthews
I miss Scott so much. STP Core is still one of my all time favorite albums. 🤘🤘
drea_cal08
Agreed
Dean McCreadie
Very underrated song. RIP Scott