A small side-project turned into a fully fledged album, the front man and drummer, Taylor Hawkins, describes it as "an accident." Hawkins is the drummer and vocalist for the trio. Other members include Chris Chaney on bass (Jane's Addiction, and also played with Taylor with Alanis Morissette) and an enigmatic "Gannin" on guitar. They 've been active since 2004.
Debut album
On March 21, 2006, the band released their debut self-titled album Taylor Hawkins and the Coattail Riders. It featured 11 songs which were recorded by the band during 2004, before Foo Fighters started recording In Your Honor. Their first official video clip was of the first song off the album, titled "Louise."
Red Light Fever
Taylor Hawkins stated in an interview with 'The Rock Radio' website regarding the next Taylor Hawkins and the Coattail Riders album, that recording and production had been completed on the follow-up album, but was yet to have decided on a title, or a release plan.
In February 2010, it was announced the album, named Red Light Fever was to be released on April 19. It features guest stars Brian May and Roger Taylor of Queen, Dave Grohl of Foo Fighters and Elliot Easton of The Cars. The album was recorded at Foo Fighters' Studio 606 in California. Tracks to appear on the album include "Way Down", "Not Bad Luck" and "Hell to Pay".
End Of The Line
Taylor Hawkins & The Coattail Riders Lyrics
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Stay right by my side
Show me something good at the end of the line
If you're the one
Look into my eyes
Show me something good at the end of the line
The bridges that burn
You keep talking
But you don't say a word
If you're my friend
Stay right by my side
Show me something good at the end of the line
I've been walking over
The bridges that burn
You keep talking
But you ain't said a word
I don't want to see with someone else
I don't want to see you alone
Did you heart deceive you
Did you open up, just to let me go
In the end
Will your star still shine
Show me something good at the end of the line
When darkness ends
Will you be my light
Show me something good at the end of the line
I've been walking over
The bridges that burn
You keep talking
But you don't say a word
If you're my friend
Stay right by my side
Show me something good at the end of the line
End of the line
The song "End of the Line" by Taylor Hawkins & The Coattail Riders is a plea for a friend or potential lover to prove their loyalty and commitment. The singer has been burned before, as symbolized by the "bridges that burn," and is wary of trusting again. However, they are still hopeful and want to see something "good" at the end of the line. Throughout the song, the singer questions if their heart was deceived by this person, and whether they are truly willing to be there for them when the "darkness ends" and they need a source of light. Ultimately, the song is about the universal search for someone we can rely on, and the vulnerability and fear that comes with opening oneself up to another person.
The lyrics themselves are fairly simple, but the emotion behind them is what makes the song memorable. Hawkins delivers his lines with just the right amount of urgency and vulnerability, and the melody is catchy without being too overbearing. The dynamic between the repeated lines "You keep talking, but you don't say a word" and the plea for companionship is effective in conveying the frustration and longing felt by the singer.
Line by Line Meaning
If you're my friend
If you truly care about me
Stay right by my side
Continue to support me and stay close
Show me something good at the end of the line
Provide me with hope or a positive outcome
If you're the one
If you are my significant other
Look into my eyes
Make a sincere connection with me
I've been walking over / The bridges that burn
I've been moving on from damaged relationships
You keep talking / But you don't say a word
You're not actually communicating anything of substance
I don't want to see with someone else / I don't want to see you alone
I don't want to be with anyone else and I don't want you to be alone
Did you heart deceive you / Did you open up, just to let me go
Did your feelings change, or did you pretend to be committed to our relationship just to end it?
In the end / Will your star still shine
At the end of your life, will you be remembered for your achievements?
When darkness ends / Will you be my light
When I am in a dark place, will you be there for me?
If you're my friend
If you truly care about me
Stay right by my side
Continue to support me and stay close
Show me something good at the end of the line
Provide me with hope or a positive outcome
End of the line
The conclusion of a relationship or situation
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC
Written by: CHRIS CHANEY, GANNIN DUANE ARNOLD, TAYLOR HAWKINS, THOMAS ANDREW HESTER, WILEY MICHAEL HODGDEN
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@FlorioPhoto
I’ve always loved this song since I got this CD back in 2005. His voice is so beautiful in this song and it’s always been my favorite off this album. At some point in the early 2000’s I established with myself that he was indeed my favorite Drummer and to this day he still is and will always be. I’m a lifelong Springsteen Fan and got heavily into U2 in high school when The Joshua Tree came out in 1987 …so I was always loved Max Weinberg and Larry Mullen Jr. but as I became a huge fan of the Foo Fighters in 1999 and the love for their music only grew more with each album release, it was apparent to me that he was a cut above most Drummers in the History of music. The way he pounded those drums, it was strong, it was loud, it was pure energy. I’m so glad I got to talk to him after his show when he toured for this Coattail Riders album in 2005 and I got to tell him he was by far my favorite Drummer. Not that it made any difference in his life, but I’m glad I got to say it to him. He was so down to earth and a regular guy upon meeting him which makes us love him even more. Long Live the Hawk 🥁
@marsdouglas
This song hits home more now than ever. Taylor Hawkins will truly be missed not just for his drumming in Foo Fighters, and singing in bands like this one, but for the joyful soul he had towards life. Rest easy my friend.
@soupduck
This album isn’t on Spotify anymore. Thanks for posting
@andepanda2002
This has to be one of my all time favorite songs... over and over... never gets old. Very "heavy" meaning, but true about every point of life. I love the work Taylor and company have done on this album. Why was this not bigger than it is...
@turtleman2816
Amen
@RenatoRock
R.i.P Tylor.
Your voice and art was something that changed many lifes
@Mialamorena1
This is so sad and sweet and makes me feel like I got a hug from him…😭😭😭😭
@timbowyer9239
Asked him to play this during both his uk tour dates, he told me he’d play it next time. How gutted am I that’ll never happen (sure it wouldn’t have even if he’d toured again!)
@jamesalexanderhyett6631
I love this,
@jamesalexanderhyett6631
I still think cold day in the sun is my overall favourite song, my 1 desert island song. Lovely.