‎Scott Richard Weiland (né Kline, October 27, 1967 – December 3, 2015) was … Read Full Bio ↴‎Scott Richard Weiland (né Kline, October 27, 1967 – December 3, 2015) was an American musician, singer and songwriter. During a career spanning three decades, Weiland was best known as the lead singer of the band Stone Temple Pilots from 1989 to 2002 and 2008 to 2013, making six records with them. He was also lead vocalist of supergroup Velvet Revolver from 2003 to 2008, recording two albums, and recorded one album with another supergroup, Art of Anarchy. He also established himself as a solo artist, releasing three studio albums, two cover albums, and collaborations with several other musicians throughout his career.

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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The Date
Scott Weiland Lyrics

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She waits for a date
And yet she knows that he's not coming
He waits for the date
And yet he knows that he's not coming

I hope that it's not the break up
And I hope that it's just the break
She waits for a date

And yet she knows that he's not coming

He waits for the date
And yet he knows that he's not coming
She waits for a date
And yet she knows that he's not coming

I hope that it's not the break up
And I hope that it's just the break
I hope that it's not the break up
And I hope that it's just the break

I hope that it's not the break up
And I hope that it's just the break

I love you

I love you I love you

I love you

I love you

I love you

I love you

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Scott Weiland's song The Date convey a sense of disappointment and longing for something that is unlikely to happen. The repeated lines "She waits for a date / And yet she knows that he's not coming" and "He waits for the date / And yet he knows that he's not coming" suggest a waiting game that is ultimately futile. The hope expressed in the line "I hope that it's not the breakup / And I hope that it's just the break" is an indication that the singer is aware of the possibility that the relationship may be over, but still wishes there's a chance for it to continue.

The chorus of "I love you" is an emotional finale that emphasizes the depth of the singer's feelings for the other person, despite the disappointment and uncertainty that surround their relationship. It's possible that the song is based on a personal experience of Weiland's, as he struggled with addiction and personal demons throughout his career. The vulnerability and rawness of the lyrics suggest that the song may be an expression of Weiland's inner turmoil during one of his relationships.

Line by Line Meaning

She waits for a date
The woman is anxiously waiting for a planned date with someone.

And yet she knows that he's not coming
Despite her waiting, she is aware that the person she is waiting for will not show up.

He waits for the date
The man is also looking forward to the date.

And yet he knows that he's not coming
However, he is certain that the event will not occur regardless of his anticipation.

I hope that it's not the break up
The person is worried that this no-show might signify the end of their relationship.

And I hope that it's just the break
However, the individual makes it clear that they would rather it be a temporary break instead of a permanent separation.

I love you
The song's author expresses their love and admiration for an unknown party.

I love you I love you
Repetition to further emphasize the sentiment expressed in the previous line.

I love you
Concludes with a final expression of affection.

Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: SCOTT RICHARD WEILAND

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