Born and raised in Troy, New York, Rowe started playing music at an early age. He received a bass guitar from his father on his 12th birthday and performed in a local band. After receiving an acoustic guitar as a gift from his uncle, Rowe began playing solo.
Since 2003, Rowe played locally in his hometown at open mics, bars and cafes. He began playing with percussionist Marco Haber , who played on a few tracks on his first album 27. Shortly thereafter they began playing under the name Mudfunk and recorded a live album, Live at the Grind, as well as a single of Wrong Side Of The Bed. The latter would be re-recorded for Sean's solo album, Magic, without Haber and with different instrumentation. Sean Rowe now records for ANTI- Records.
The Wall
Sean Rowe Lyrics
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There's a shark on my ceiling and a salesman in my head
You're a hypnotist, like a highway in the night
I know there's red outside but I'm stuck in black and white
If I could talk to you
If I could get to you
If I could break the beast who's take you
All these fallen leaves
I have tried to wish away
But I cannot move what time cannot decay
You know my love is here in these shards of broken glass
Still I cannot see the woman from the mask
If I could talk to you, if I could get to you
If I could break the beast who's taken you
I would make a deal with someone down below...
But either way somebody's got to go
I see this veil has covered up your eyes
Baby I ache to see what you're doing on the other side
You've been hiding in the coral of your mind
I've been looking for the truth without a light
Now left my sacred book out in the rain
I gave all my bread to a bum without a name
If I could talk to you, if I could get to you
If I could break the beast who's taken you
I would win what mortal men could never know
Oh but either way... somebody's got to to
The lyrics to Sean Rowe's song The Wall are quite metaphorical and introspective. The singer is struggling with their own thoughts and feelings, feeling trapped and unable to escape their own mind. They have been drinking and are feeling disoriented, as represented by the imagery of a shark on the ceiling and a salesman in their head. The singer is aware of the outside world, symbolized by the color red, but feels stuck in a black and white mental state.
The singer longs to reach out to someone, to connect with them and perhaps find a way to break free from their own thoughts. They express a desire to break "the beast" that has taken the person they are addressing in the song, and would even make a deal with someone "down below" to do so. However, they acknowledge that someone will have to go, suggesting that there may be a sacrifice required in order to break free.
The last verse is particularly poignant, as the singer describes how they have left their "sacred book" out in the rain and given their bread to a homeless person. These actions suggest a sense of loss or abandonment, a feeling that even sacred things and basic needs are not giving them comfort or guidance. Overall, the lyrics to The Wall portray a deep sense of isolation and longing for connection.
Line by Line Meaning
I've been sitting up drinking all the words I said
I've been reflecting on my past mistakes and regretting what I've said.
There's a shark on my ceiling and a salesman in my head
I feel like there are dangerous and manipulative thoughts swirling around in my mind.
You're a hypnotist, like a highway in the night
You have a mesmerizing effect on me, like a road that leads me to unknown destinations.
I know there's red outside but I'm stuck in black and white
I'm aware of the vibrant and dynamic world outside but I'm unable to experience it due to my mental state.
If I could talk to you
If only I could communicate with you directly.
If I could get to you
If only I could reach out to you and be with you.
If I could break the beast who's taken you
If only I could defeat the obstacle that's preventing me from being with you.
I'd give back the ghost of winter to the snow
I'd be willing to sacrifice anything to bring back the warmth and love that we once shared.
All these fallen leaves
All the things that I've lost and let go of.
I have tried to wish away
I've attempted to will away these painful memories and emotions.
But I cannot move what time cannot decay
Time has a permanent effect on me and it's impossible to undo the damage that's been done.
You know my love is here in these shards of broken glass
Even though our relationship is shattered and broken, my love for you still remains.
Still I cannot see the woman from the mask
I'm unable to see your true self beyond the facade that you've put up.
I would make a deal with someone down below...
I'd be willing to do anything to make things right and be with you.
But either way somebody's got to go
Regardless of what happens, somebody's going to be hurt or have to give something up.
I see this veil has covered up your eyes
You're hiding your true self from me and not showing your emotions openly.
Baby I ache to see what you're doing on the other side
I yearn to know what you're thinking and feeling, even if it's painful.
You've been hiding in the coral of your mind
You've retreated into your thoughts and emotions and aren't letting me in.
I've been looking for the truth without a light
I've been searching for answers and clarity without any guidance or direction.
Now left my sacred book out in the rain
I've neglected the things that used to be important and meaningful to me.
I gave all my bread to a bum without a name
I've given away all that I have without getting anything in return, to someone who doesn't even have an identity.
I would win what mortal men could never know
I would do anything to achieve the impossible and to win your love back.
Oh but either way... somebody's got to go
Regardless of the outcome, someone's going to have to make sacrifices and let go of certain things.
Writer(s): Sean Rowe Copyright: 4 Septembers Music, Music Of The Mothership
Contributed by Gavin A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@ElAhrem
Heard this a few nights ago - words can't express how beautiful this mans voice is - how the hell would you not sing til you turned 28 with a voice like that!?!?!?!?!
@MSYNGWIE12
amazing huh? and he is so nice too, if you are having a really crap day somebody or Sean responds, those algorithms get going and voila a song by the pate, great Otis Redding appears and Sean's powerful arms are holding you- since Leonard Cohen moved on I have found my crack to let the light in here often... I am eagerly awaiting his next release hopefully November 2019- I have all his cds. Yes use that paycheck to support Sean and if you can afford it sponsor him- I can't afford it nor am I advertising for him- he also has a marvelous cooking wild plants etc- foraging, really interesting man and yes SEXY too. I want to stress- don't get upset Sean if you see this- about sponsoring him- he deserves it, so nobody be angry- I don't get the chance to see him in concert so...If this is inappropriate I will take it down- the Patreon part. Big hug Sean love Zoegashly and Namaste to Pikey also
@aausb8951
Great Song! 💔
@akahodgins
Thanks for all the music. All time fav
@FleurMelodymon
totally buying this album next paycheck
@FauQuentin
Excellent !
@RUKiddinMeHuh
Love it.
@dorinaholden9961
wow!
@ChandlerHWhite
Ahh, Inara!
@NatalinoCasciello
Who is the girl that sing with you?
I love too much your songs