A page torn from the dictionary can’t begin to define the spirit of rock and roll exuded by Toronto native Suzie McNeil and her sophomore solo effort, the fittingly titled Rock-n-Roller. Loaded with eleven tracks that run the gamut from the insatiably catchy first single "Let’s Go" to the chugging, break-up ball-buster "Free," Rock-n-Roller is the product of Suzie’s fierce attitude, independent spirit and furious determination to have the voice of a strong woman heard.
"Usually, a woman singing rock has to have an element of strength or balls to her. Are people scared of that? It’s hard to say," Suzie says. "I think a lot of times men especially want women to be soft and gentle, and not all of my songs are like that. But I couldn’t do it any other way."
Co-writing the entire album with long-time musical cohort Marti Frederiksen (Aerosmith, Mötley Crüe), Suzie harnessed the true power behind her voice. Suzie found herself melting through the shyness and vulnerability she had once felt as a songwriter. The result is Rock-n-Roller, an album packed with songs that reveal Suzie to her core as a lover, a fighter and a rocker.
Suzie was the last woman standing on the pressure-filled Rock Star: INXS and has gained a wealth of experience singing back-ups for P!nk, a duet with Clay Aiken, being a featured vocalist on Buckcherry's new release, starring in the Toronto production of We Will Rock You, entertaining the troops in Afghanistan, and being a featured judge on YTV's talent search series: The Next Star.
Suzie’s song Believe has been featured on many network TV series including The Biggest Loser, Beauty & The Geek, The Hills, Oprah Winfrey’s The Big Give, and So You Think You Can Dance Canada. Believe has also been featured in Toronto’s theatre, as well as having been chosen by Bell Canada to be the official 2010 Olympic Inspired song and video. www.bell.ca/believe. Suzie was nominated for a 2008 Canadian Radio Music Award, a 2008 Best New Artist JUNO award, was a featured performer at this year’s Canadian Songwriter’s Hall of Fame Awards, and was just awarded The Canadian Independent Music award’s Favorite Pop Artist/Group of the Year. Suzie attended Lorne Park Secondary School in Mississauga which gave her the foundation to achieve all that she has done.
"I think rock and roll has always remained a pretty genuine, real style of music," she insists. "It’s something that’s been around for years and years and has stood the test of time. You can’t fake rock ‘n’ roll. You can try. But you can’t."
Hung Up
Suzie McNeil Lyrics
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And I'm tired of trying to believe,
I'm seeing something that's just not there
This is hard when you always have somewhere to be
Somewhere but never with me
Have I been a fool to even think you cared
cause your so hung up on yourself
But tonight ill be fine
When I'm out with someone else
Your so hung up on yourself
I could stay fulfill your every desire
Provide everything you require
But ill go even though day after day
I look for a reason to stay
If only you could tell why I feel this way
cause your so hung up on yourself
Don't you know, can't you even tell
But tonight ill be fine
When I'm out with someone else
Your so hung up on yourself
Well you can't say nothing else
Never notice how I felt
All the things you never shared
Never cared when I was there
And all the times I thought you cared
This is it, I've played every trick up my sleeve
And I'm tired of trying to believe
In you and me
well your so hung up on yourself
Don't you know, can't you even tell
But tonight ill be fine
When I'm out with someone else
ya your so hung up on your self
Don't you know can't you even tell
Well tonight you'll be fine when I'm out with someone else
Your so hung up on yourself
The lyrics of Suzie McNeil's song "Hung Up" speak to the frustration and disappointment of unrequited love. The singer has tried everything to get the attention and affection of their lover but to no avail. The lover is too preoccupied with themselves to care about the singer's feelings or needs, and the singer has finally reached their breaking point. They can't keep trying to believe that there is something there when there clearly is not.
The repeated line "you're so hung up on yourself" speaks to the lover's self-absorption and lack of consideration for the singer. The singer is tired of being ignored and taken for granted, and they are ready to move on to someone who will appreciate and reciprocate their love. Despite the pain and heartache, the singer knows that they will be fine when they are out with someone else who actually cares about them.
Overall, "Hung Up" is a relatable anthem for anyone who has ever felt undervalued and overlooked in a relationship. It is a reminder that we deserve to be with someone who truly loves and respects us, and that it is okay to let go of those who do not.
Line by Line Meaning
This is it, I've played every trick up my sleeve
I have tried everything I can think of
And I'm tired of trying to believe
But now I am drained and disappointed
I'm seeing something that's just not there
I am recognizing that you are not interested in me
This is hard when you always have somewhere to be
It's difficult when you are always busy with other things
Somewhere but never with me
And hardly ever spending time with me
Have I been a fool to even think you cared
I regret thinking you had feelings for me
Cause you're so hung up on yourself
Because you're too self-obsessed
Don't you know, can't you even tell
But you haven't realized it yet
But tonight I'll be fine when I'm out with someone else
I will enjoy myself tonight with someone who appreciates me
I could stay fulfill your every desire
I could stay and fulfill your wishes
Provide everything you require
And give you everything you want
But I'll go even though day after day
But I'll leave even though every day
I look for a reason to stay
I try to find a reason to stay with you
If only you could tell why I feel this way
If you only understood why I'm feeling this way
Well you can't say nothing else
You have nothing else to say
Never notice how I felt
You never paid attention to my feelings
All the things you never shared
You never shared anything with me
Never cared when I was there
And you never cared when I was around
And all the times I thought you cared
And all those times I was wrong in thinking you had feelings for me
In you and me
In us and our relationship
Ya you're so hung up on yourself
Yes, you're too self-absorbed
Don't you know, can't you even tell
But you are oblivious to it
Well tonight you'll be fine when I'm out with someone else
You will be okay tonight when I am out with someone other than you
Your so hung up on yourself
You're too self-centered
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: MARTIN H. FREDERIKSEN, SUSAN JANE MCNEIL, MIKAL REID
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@Kazia2012reder
This is an amazing song!!!! I just discovered suzie McNeil today and am already in love with all of her music! I plan on going out and buying all Her albums later!!!! -3
@MikeyLovesPandas
I love this song! Suzie's hair is so awesome :D
@steph0288
c'est la meilleure chanteuse en ce moment !!!!
@Cass_0654
One word to describe this song.....AWESOME!!!!!!!!
@smfgeonan
Your song rocks!!! looking forward to seeing you in North Bay. Also I was at WWRY show last Tuesday in T.O. and you are the true star of the show. Keep up the good work. Canada's Newest STar
@FaileX2
Awesome song!!! great job keep 'em coming we love you!!
@jmanmoonwalk
Great video. Reat song. You're great.
@brosbell
She is from Toronto Canada, she was on Rockstar first season it was a reality tv show. I hope she does well she is very talented
@marinelife4eva
awesome song love it
@Chelsealovessports
i love ur voice and ur so pretty! i always watch the next star