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".
Running in Place
Taylor Hawkins & The Coattail Riders Lyrics
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You don't even care
Take the wrong advice
And even take it twice
You don't even try
It's all in black and white
Your still your mamma's son
Don't try and take it too far
'Cause I won't let you
Don't try and take it apart
'Cause I won't let you
You've seen everything
Still you keep coming back
Don't you go inside
With all your second tries
Why don't you save us all
Have a private fall
Take a friend with you
So he can see it too
'Cause any friend of yours
Can even find the words
Don't try and take it too far
'Cause I won't let you
Don't try and take it apart
'Cause I won't let you
You've seen everything
Still you keep
Still you keep coming back
Days and weeks
Behind me
And right back at the start
Days and weeks
Behind me
And still ain't got that far
Memories
I can't say good-bye to my old friends
Again
Don't try and take it too far
'Cause I won't let you
Don't try and take it apart
'Cause I won't let you
You've seen everything
Still you keep
Still you keep
Coming back
Nothing to say
Going in my way
Future is ocean wide
So you can say good-bye
The lyrics of Taylor Hawkins & The Coattail Riders' song "Running In Place" offer a commentary on somebody who seems to be stuck in their ways and unable to make any meaningful change in their life. The singer criticizes this person for taking bad advice, not trying hard enough, and being overly attached to their past and family relationships. The refrain "Don't try and take it too far / 'Cause I won't let you / Don't try and take it apart / 'Cause I won't let you / You've seen everything / Still you keep coming back" conveys a sense of frustration and futility in trying to help somebody who keeps making the same mistakes and refuses to take control of their life.
The second verse suggests that this person has a tendency to repeat failed attempts, and the singer urges them not to isolate themselves and to seek help from others. The bridge introduces a note of melancholy, as the singer reflects on the passage of time and the nostalgia for lost memories and relationships. The final chorus seems to offer a note of hope, as the singer suggests that there is still a wider world to explore and encourages the person to move on from the past.
Line by Line Meaning
You're still stranded there
You're stuck in the same place you've always been
You don't even care
You don't seem to care about moving forward
Take the wrong advice
You're not making the best decisions
And even take it twice
You're not learning from your mistakes
You don't even try
You're not putting any effort in
It's all in black and white
Everything seems very clear and straightforward
Your still your mamma's son
You haven't grown up yet
Not even number one
You're not even the best at being you
Don't try and take it too far
Don't push yourself too much
'Cause I won't let you
I won't allow you to hurt yourself
Don't try and take it apart
Don't break things down unnecessarily
You've seen everything
You've experienced a lot
Still you keep coming back
You're not making any progress
Don't you go inside
Don't isolate yourself
With all your second tries
Even with all your attempts
Why don't you save us all
Why don't you try to help everyone
Have a private fall
Have your own personal failure
Take a friend with you
Bring someone along for the ride
So he can see it too
So they can understand what you're going through
'Cause any friend of yours
Because anyone you associate with
Can even find the words
Can't even express themselves
Days and weeks
Time has passed
Behind me
In the past
And right back at the start
And we're right where we began
Memories
Thinking back
I can't say good-bye
I can't let go
To my old friends
To the people and things I used to know
Again
Once more
Nothing to say
There's nothing left to talk about
Going in my way
I'm moving forward the way I want to
Future is ocean wide
The possibilities are endless
So you can say good-bye
You can let go
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC
Written by: CHRIS CHANEY, GANNIN DUANE ARNOLD, TAYLOR HAWKINS, THOMAS ANDREW HESTER
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@saftovooey4569
All 4 of Taylor's albums are masterpieces. I can't believe I NEVER hear anyone talking about them.
@soupduck
Yeah it makes no sense. So good
@ajpyyz
Agreed!! Just discovered this for myself. Sooooo good.
@turtleman6281
True 🤘
@psychorock83
Totally agree
@nataliavrignaud2100
I was looking for the same... And nothing! I'm in love with his music, I'd like to have the 4 albums, and I hope NHC releases an album too with the songs they have recorded. He is so missed... 💔
@lopizzzz675
Eu amo essa música 😍
@gd7561
RIP amigo. One of the best drummers/singers in the world. This record was fabulous. You will be missed.
@JojoStatic
This is pure perfection, listened to this so much back in the day, RIP Taylor :(
@VintageSurgeonsGeneral
What a wonderful song RIP TAYLOR