Along with such bands as Pavement and Guided By Voices, Sebadoh helped pioneer lo-fi, a style of indie-rock characterized by low-fidelity recording techniques, often on four-track machines. The band's early output, such as Weed Forestin (1990) and III (1992), was typical of this style, and wavered between Barlow's wry, introspective folk and Gaffney's psychedelic noise-rock experiments.
Following 1993's Bubble and Scrape, Gaffney left the band. His replacement, Bob Fay, appeared on the band's most acclaimed and consistent effort, 1994's Bakesale, which saw the emergence of the songwriting talents of multi-instrumentalist Jason Loewenstein, and the follow-up Harmacy in 1996.
Fay left the band before the sessions for The Sebadoh (1999), to be replaced by Russ Pollard. Following the tour to promote this album (2000), the band went on hiatus, with Barlow concentrating on his other project, the Folk Implosion, and Loewenstein working on material for his debut solo album At Sixes and Sevens, released in 2002. The two reunited to play concerts in late 2003 and the spring of 2004.
In 2006, III was reissued with a bonus disc and expanded liner notes. In 2007, the band (reunited with Eric Gaffney) was touring.
In 2013, Defend Yourself was released followed by Act Surprised in 2019.
Discography:
* The Freed Man (1989)
* Weed Forestin' (1990)
* The Freed Weed (1990)
* III (1992)
* Rocking The Forest (1992)
* Sebadoh vs. Helmet (1990)
* Smash Your Head On The Punk Rock (1992)
* Bubble and Scrape (1993)
* 4 Song CD (1994)
* Bakesale (1994)
* Harmacy (1996)
* The Sebadoh (1999)
* Defend Yourself (2013)
* Act Surprised (2019)
Rebound
Sebadoh Lyrics
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A sad, sloppy mess
Lookin' for approval
And easily impressed
Beware they say, but why would I listen?
I need to know what I've been missing
I'm no one you can trust
All little-boy lonely with curious lust
Lost as quickly as I'm found
But soon enough it turns around
On the rebound
Call it fate or true love, never forced romance
Fell into a new love
Maybe perfect love by chance
Beware they say, but why would I listen
When it feels this good?
No one lives their life
Doing all the things they say they should
Confusion turns me upside down
Lost as quickly as I'm found
But soon enough it turns around
On the rebound (X4)
The lyrics of Sebadoh's "Rebound" describe a heartbroken person who is looking for approval and validation from others, but is also easily impressed. Despite warnings to be careful, the singer feels like they need to experience everything and figure out what they've been missing. They confess to feeling like a little boy who is lonely and curious, unable to trust anyone. However, they also acknowledge that confusion can be fleeting and soon things can turn around, leading to a rebound.
The lyrics seem to be about someone who is stuck in a cycle of relationships, unable to fully commit to anyone but also unable to be alone. The recurring theme of confusion suggests that the singer is trying to figure out what they really want and what makes them happy, but is struggling to find clarity. They seem to be seeking love and validation from others instead of finding it within themselves, leading to a sense of emptiness and self-doubt.
The lyrics of "Rebound" are open to interpretation and can be seen as a commentary on the challenges of dating and relationships. They suggest that it can be difficult to navigate the emotional terrain of love and attraction, and that rebounding from one relationship to another can be both exciting and terrifying.
Line by Line Meaning
Heart-broken and attractive
I am feeling both sad and good-looking.
A sad, sloppy mess
I am a disheveled, melancholic person.
Lookin' for approval
I am seeking validation from others.
And easily impressed
I am gullible and susceptible to being swayed.
Beware they say, but why would I listen?
People have warned me, but I am ignoring their advice.
I need to know what I've been missing
I want to explore and discover new experiences.
I'm no one you can trust
I am not a reliable or trustworthy person.
All little-boy lonely with curious lust
I am feeling lonely and seeking sexual gratification.
Confusion turns me upside down
I am feeling disoriented and uncertain.
Lost as quickly as I'm found
I am experiencing a lot of changes, experiencing both good and bad times.
But soon enough it turns around, On the rebound
The situation will soon change, and I will find a new love interest.
Call it fate or true love, never forced romance
I believe I have found someone special, but it was not forced or planned.
Fell into a new love
I have found a new romantic partner.
Maybe perfect love by chance
This new love feels like the right fit, perhaps by pure luck or coincidence.
No one lives their life, Doing all the things they say they should
People don’t always follow society’s expectations or norms, we all make our own choices.
But soon enough it turns around, On the rebound (X4)
Despite the ups and downs, things will eventually turn around and get better, leading me to new experiences and love interests.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: LOUIS KNOX BARLOW
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Arch Deluxxe
this CD was a permanent fixture in my 1985 honda civic from 1994 to 2000. Along with Built to Spill's Nothing Wrong with Love, Swirlies' Blonder Tongue, GBV's Bee Thousand, and Pavement's Slanted and Enchanted. If you love these same records i'm pretty sure we're best friends.
Audrina Weekes
I'm 29 and remember being a little 5 year old in 1994, mom is jamming this in the house. Forever love Sebadoh!
gone
I was 15 in 94, I wish my mum was listening to this.
David Hatton
Yeah that would be a good early memory
storyallegory
Cherish your cool mom forever!
ICoMeFRoMNoWHeRe
This is one of the band most originals and fun i've discovered ever !!!
Adam Václav
i love this band !
PaperThinWalls
greatest band of all time.
Plastic Flower
Such a good vocal melody.
blackularecords
the sebadoh again!!!!, i have this video in vhs for the 120 minutes' mtv europe, years and years....great times...really great times, thanks