The band released their debut EP A Bomb on a Laramie communal label, One Legged Pup, in 2002 and soon after on October 31st 2003 the band released their first album, Another Way, on vinyl only through that same label.
After touring through 2004, they set to work on their next release, Total, which was released in April 2005 through Red Scare. After more touring in support of Total, and a spot on the warped tour, they recorded their next LP for Red Scare, Warning Device, which was released on January 8, 2008. A video was released for the song "In the Basement" on December 28, 2007.
On February 10th 2009, Teenage Bottlerocket signed with punk label Fat Wreck Chords, later releasing They Came From The Shadows, their fourth album, on the 15th of September.
The band's most recent album, Tales From Wyoming was released in the spring of 2015 through Rise Records.
On November 7th, 2015 drummer Brandon Carlisle passed away after being hospitalized and comatose for a few days prior. Following the news of his passing, the band was initially ambiguous as to whether or not they would continue on but announced shortly thereafter that, with the addition of Darren Chewka formerly of Old Wives, Teenage Bottlerocket would indeed continue as a band.
So far away
Teenage Bottlerocket Lyrics
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You're on my brain
Thought you would go away but instead you're driving me insane
You are the one
The one I think about
We've got a problem here and we're going to have to work it out
Cause how can I tell my heart that we're a million miles apart
I still think about you every day
Don't wanna call you on the telephone
I'm getting sick of being here alone
And I don't want to be alone
You're on my mind
You're on my brain
Thought you would go away but instead you're driving me insane
You are the one
Make everything alright
And I would give anything to be with you tonight
Cause how can I tell my heart that we're a million miles apart
So far away
I still think about you every day
Don't wanna call you on the telephone
I'm getting sick of being here alone
And I don't want to be alone
I didn't wanna leave I didn't wanna say goodbye
But I'll be back so baby don't you cry
Don't you cry yea
So far away
I still think about you every day
Don't wanna call you on the telephone
I'm getting sick of being here alone
So far away [x2]
So far away yea yea [x2]
So far away
The lyrics to "So Far Away" by Teenage Bottlerocket is about the difficulties of being apart from someone you love. The song is from the perspective of someone who is struggling to move on from a previous relationship. The lyrics "You're on my mind, You're on my brain, Thought you would go away but instead you're driving me insane" express how the person cannot stop thinking about their ex, despite trying to forget about them.
The song delves into the emotions of missing someone who is no longer in your life. The line "how can I tell my heart that we're a million miles apart" expresses the frustration of being physically far away from the person you love, while still feeling emotionally attached. The chorus "So far away, I still think about you every day, Don't wanna call you on the telephone, I'm getting sick of being here alone, And I don't want to be alone" paints a picture of a forlorn lover, who is struggling to come to terms with their current situation.
The final stanza of the song "I didn't wanna leave, I didn't wanna say goodbye, But I'll be back so baby don't you cry, Don't you cry yeah" gives the listener some hope. It shows that the singer of the song is resolved to come back to their loved one, even if it's not right away. This gives the song a sense of optimism amidst the melancholic melody and mood.
Overall, "So Far Away" is a poignant reflection of the difficulties of maintaining a long-distance relationship, both emotionally and physically.
Line by Line Meaning
You're on my mind
I cannot stop thinking about you
You're on my brain
You have been occupying my thoughts constantly
Thought you would go away but instead you're driving me insane
I expected to get over you, but instead, you are making me go crazy
You are the one
You are the person I truly desire
The one I think about
You are constantly on my mind
We've got a problem here and we're going to have to work it out
Our relationship issues need to be resolved
Cause how can I tell my heart that we're a million miles apart
It is hard for me to accept that we are physically separated
So far away
You are currently living physically distant from me
I still think about you every day
You remain on my mind always
Don't wanna call you on the telephone
I am hesitant to contact you over the phone
I'm getting sick of being here alone
I am tired of being by myself
And I don't want to be alone
I desire companionship
Make everything alright
You have the ability to make my life better
And I would give anything to be with you tonight
I would do anything to be physically close to you at this moment
I didn't wanna leave I didn't wanna say goodbye
I did not want to separate from you and say farewell
But I'll be back so baby don't you cry
I promise to come back to you, so please do not cry
So far away yea yea [x2]
You are physically distant from me, which makes me sad
Contributed by Liam E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Shylowe Allan
This song is tottaly awesome!! Teenage bottlerocket rocks!!
ThatOneBassist013
I just saw these guys last night in Albuquerque, seriously one of the best shows I've ever been to! Extremely high energy and TBR and without a doubt the coolest dudes I've ever met! I've met a bunch of cool underground bands, but these guys talked to just about every fan and didn't just run to the back room when they finished their set!
XN L
love teenage bottlerockets been one of my fave bands since they came out and this song right here is my fave by them and it really speaks for my situation =/
Shylowe Allan
Awesome song!!
ender4life
This song is so freaking good. Just found it on Sirius radio!
sıмои аllısои
Fun opinion: this is one of the bests songs ever.
sıмои аllısои
+simonious clay P.S. get well soon Brandon
Michael Kurtz
Still really digging' TBR after all this time. Old skool sound just works me the f*#k up. Kill it guys.....still jammin. 😎
uumdi
Ramones are still top tier. Rocket to Russia was a really fun and poppy album, but that's usually all people think about. Poison Heart, Bonzo Goes to Bitburg, SLUG, and Pet Semetary are all absolute genius.
Algiz
Fun fact: anyone who states an opinion as a fact doesn't seem to know what fact means.
This is still a great song.