Their last full length album, Catastrophe was released on Brooklyn, NY's BANKSHOT! Records
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End of the Road
Stockyard Stoics Lyrics
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Which way is up, which way is down, which road will bring me through
Friday Saturday flying high and staying out all night
Sunday Monday coming down
Do you think I'm too uptight?
[Chorus:]
Oh lord I'm coming around a bend
I keep making the same mistakes again (and again)
Where will this road end?
Rearview mirror coming loose and getting in the way
Second guesses drowning out the words I've gotta say
Looking out the window for a little self-respect
Nothing ever turns out quite the way that I expect
[Chorus:]
Oh lord I'm not sure where to go
I could fill a lifetime up with all that I don't know
Heads and tails are out in front again (and again)
Where will this road end?
Gotta let go of it
Gotta let go of it
Gotta go with all the highs and lows of it
Gotta let go of it
Gotta make a show of it
Gotta go on and not know all the flow of it
Let it go
[Chorus:]
Oh lord I'm coming around a bend
I can't go back the way I came, don't know what lies ahead
And I keep making the same mistakes again (and again)
Where will this road end?
Where will this road end?
The lyrics to "End of the Road" by Stockyard Stoics embodies the uncertainties and choices in life that can lead to confusion and self-doubt. The singer is struggling with making a decision about which path to take as they try to navigate through life. They are confused about which way is up or down, and which road will lead them to success. The song starts off with the singer being in a carefree and euphoric state on Friday and Saturday, but then come the sobering thoughts of Sunday and Monday. Even though there is a sense of self-awareness of being too uptight, there is still a sense of confusion about which direction to go. The chorus captures the angst and turmoil of wanting to move forward, but not knowing the outcome when the road ahead is not clear.
The second verse takes on a more personal tone. The singer has a sense of losing control as things in their life are starting to fall apart. They feel like they're not being heard, and the self-doubt is creeping in, even in moments where they are trying to gain some respect. The line "Nothing ever turns out quite the way that I expect" captures the frustration and disappointment of not having control over the outcomes in their life.
The final verse is a call to action, urging the singer to let go of their fears and uncertainties and to embrace the journey of life both the highs and the lows, the heads and tails. They are encouraged to make a show of it and keep moving forward even if they don't know what the outcome may be. The chorus is repeated, emphasizing that the singer is slowly making progress, but they still don't know where this road is going to end.
Line by Line Meaning
Well I still can't make up my mind about what I oughtta do
I am still unsure about what my next steps should be in life
Which way is up, which way is down, which road will bring me through
I am confused and uncertain about which path I should take in order to succeed
Friday Saturday flying high and staying out all night
I tend to indulge in wild and carefree behavior on the weekends
Sunday Monday coming down
However, my weekends are always followed by the harsh reality of the work week
Do you think I'm too uptight?
I may come across as uptight or anxious due to my inner turmoil and indecision
Oh lord I'm coming around a bend
I am approaching a turning point in my life where I need to make a decision
I can't go back the way I came, don't know what lies ahead
I cannot revert to my old ways and I am uncertain about what the future holds for me
I keep making the same mistakes again (and again)
I struggle to break free from my patterns of behavior that have led to past failures
Where will this road end?
I am uncertain about where my current path in life will ultimately lead me
Rearview mirror coming loose and getting in the way
My past mistakes and experiences are hindering my progress towards a better future
Second guesses drowning out the words I've gotta say
My own doubts and insecurities are preventing me from speaking my mind and making decisions
Looking out the window for a little self-respect
I am seeking validation and a sense of self-worth in my journey towards self-improvement
Nothing ever turns out quite the way that I expect
Despite my efforts and planning, life always seems to throw unexpected challenges my way
Oh lord I'm not sure where to go
I am lost and unsure of my next steps towards a positive future
I could fill a lifetime up with all that I don't know
There is so much that I am uncertain about and have yet to learn in life
Heads and tails are out in front again (and again)
I am always faced with difficult choices where there is no clear right or wrong answer
Gotta let go of it
I need to let go of my fears and doubts in order to move forward
Gotta go with all the highs and lows of it
I need to be willing to take the good with the bad and not let setbacks discourage me
Gotta make a show of it
I need to take action and put forth effort to make positive changes in my life
Gotta go on and not know all the flow of it
I need to keep moving forward, even if I am uncertain about what the future holds
Where will this road end?
Despite my efforts, I am still unsure about where my current path will ultimately take me
Contributed by Jordan J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
rancidrufus
when i heard both of them the 1st time i thought the selftitled one was way better..but after a while i realized the real quality of the catastrophe songs!!!!
loledTOMATO
THEY SHOUD BEE STILL TOGETHER!!!
rancidrufus
@PUNKrockEERsSc00ter hähä finally))