The Aggrolites are a reggae band from Los Angeles, California. The Aggrolit… Read Full Bio ↴The Aggrolites are a reggae band from Los Angeles, California. The Aggrolites are an amalgamation of two previous Los Angeles reggae and ska bands, the Vessels and the Rhythm Doctors, and were originally formed in 2002 as an in-concert backing band for reggae icon Derrick Morgan. The band were asked to record music for a new album for Morgan, and though the actual project was never released, the recording sessions inspired the Aggrolites to become a permanent band. The Aggrolites have also served as the backing band for Phyllis Dillon, Prince Buster, and most recently Tim Armstrong for his solo album "A Poet's Life".

In 2004, the Aggrolites released their debut album, Dirty Reggae, on local reggae label Axe Records. The album was recorded at Signet Studios in Los Angeles within one day, and each track was recorded in one take, with many lyrics improvised on the spot. In November 2004, the Aggrolites were featured on Hellcat Records compilation Give 'Em the Boot IV, and were officially signed to Hellcat in October 2005.

Their 2nd, Self-titled album The Aggrolites was released on the independent label Hellcat/Epitaph on May 9, 2006.. This sophomore album boasts 19 dirty reggae songs, including "Countryman Fiddle," and "Mr. Misery."

They released their 3rd album on June 5, 2007 called Reggae Hit L.A., which won an IGN award for Best Reggae Album of 2007.

The Aggrolites made an appearance on the Nick Jr. show Yo Gabba Gabba!, created by Christian Jacobs, lead singer of The Aquabats. Recorded their third song for the show "Animal Sounds", it aired during the debut week of season two.

Their 4th full-length album, aptly named IV (Hellcat Records), was released on June 9, 2009. IV debuted at #110 and peaked at #60 on the Top 200 CMJ Chart. IV also debuted at #37 on the Triple A CMJ Chart and #12 on the Kiss Kiss Bang Bang Commercial Alternative Specialty Show Album Chart.

Their newest album Rugged Road is set to be released on March 22, 2011.

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Someday
The Aggrolites Lyrics

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Giddy off, giddy off
Off of that high horse, yeah
When things got rough
I didn't give you a chance
When things got tough
I didn't even understand

Now I know you ain't a fool

And you still gonna keep it cool
Cause now you own the world with what you've got
Oh I told you that someday
That the struggle would go away
Thought you'd still be here, but now you're not

That's why it's ringing in my ears when I tell you
Someday, someday things won't be the same

I remember you telling me,
That this ain't where you wanna be
And that gold inside your heart ain't paper green
But I know what my heart needs
And I won't fill it up with greed
We both wanted different things
So we agree to disagree

And now sing
Someday, someday things won't be the same
It's ringing in my ears now yeah
Someday, someday things won't be the same

Giddy off giddy off
Off of that high horse yeah
Oh when things got tough,
I didn't give you that chance, oh I didn't now

I said giddy off giddy off
Off of that high horse yeah
Oh when things got rough,
I didn't even understand

Cause I won't, step on your feet
Cause I know you always knew it
And I just want to let you know,
I can relate to why you do it
And just remember, times have changes,
Though, they will never be the same
I'm still gonna be around for you
Cause there ain't nothing we can do

And one time,
Someday, someday things won't be the same

Oh and It's ringing in my ears now, now
Someday, someday things won't be the same

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Someday" by The Aggrolites tackle themes of regret, reconciliation, and acceptance. The song is a reflection of personal growth and change, as the singer admits to mistreating someone when things got rough and tough, but ultimately learns from their mistakes over time. The opening lines, "Giddy off, giddy off, off of that high horse, yeah," convey a sense of humility and willingness to let go of ego and pride. The singer acknowledges that they didn't give the other person a chance and didn't understand their situation before, but now they see that they were wrong to judge and dismiss them.

As the song goes on, the singer expresses a deep sense of admiration and respect for the other person's resilience and independence. They recognize that the person is not a fool and is capable of handling their own challenges, and that they have achieved success on their own terms. The chorus, "Someday, someday things won't be the same," is a reminder that life is always changing and evolving, and that the singer has come to accept that fact. They may have wanted different things from the other person, but they now understand the importance of letting them pursue their own goals and dreams.

Overall, "Someday" is a powerful and moving song about personal and emotional growth. It highlights the importance of forgiveness, understanding, and letting go of past mistakes in order to move forward and appreciate the present. The lyrics are reflective and introspective, and the upbeat, reggae-inspired rhythm gives the song a sense of positivity and hope.

Line by Line Meaning

Giddy off, giddy off
Let go of your ego and pride

Off of that high horse, yeah
Stop thinking that you are better than others

When things got rough
During hard times

I didn't give you a chance
I did not give you the opportunity to explain or help

When things got tough
During more challenging times

I didn't even understand
I did not comprehend the situation or your feelings

Now I know you ain't a fool
I recognize that you are not stupid

And you still gonna keep it cool
You will remain calm and collected

Cause now you own the world with what you've got
You possess the power and confidence to succeed

Oh I told you that someday
I promised you that eventually

That the struggle would go away
The hard times would come to an end

Thought you'd still be here, but now you're not
I believed you would still be present, but you are not

That's why it's ringing in my ears when I tell you
It is echoing in my mind as I speak to you

Someday, someday things won't be the same
Change is inevitable, and eventually things will be different

I remember you telling me,
I recall you saying to me

That this ain't where you wanna be
You expressed that you were dissatisfied with your current situation

And that gold inside your heart ain't paper green
You value what truly matters, not just money and external success

But I know what my heart needs
I am aware of what is important to me

And I won't fill it up with greed
I will not allow myself to become obsessed with material possessions

We both wanted different things
Our goals and desires were not the same

So we agree to disagree
We decided to respect each other's opinions and move on

And now sing
And now I will declare

It's ringing in my ears now yeah
This idea is resonating with me now

Cause I won't, step on your feet
I will not intentionally harm you

Cause I know you always knew it
Because I believe you already understood

And I just want to let you know,
I would like to express to you

I can relate to why you do it
I understand the reasons behind your actions

And just remember, times have changes,
We should not dwell on the past

Though, they will never be the same
However, things will always be different now

I'm still gonna be around for you
I will continue to support you

Cause there ain't nothing we can do
Because there is nothing that can be done to change the current reality

And one time,
At one point

Someday, someday things won't be the same
Eventually, things will not remain as they are

Oh and It's ringing in my ears now, now
And currently, this thought is constantly on my mind

Someday, someday things won't be the same
Change is always on the horizon

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Comments from YouTube:

Tony Soulman

8y↑15

I just love everything about this band, the songs, the keyboards, the voice, the grove, old time sound. They are huge!

Ken Kovar

i second that emotion!

Patrick Duff

11y↑1

Saw these guys open for Michael Franti. Best live band I have ever seen. They were like one solid machine of sound. Completely in sync the entire time. Their pauses are their best uses of crowd control, THEN.....BOOM....the Drop. Just so sweet to watch and to listen to.

Chubby Dexter

4y↑1

This is completely orgasmic! I sway in ecstacy to the groovy piano and bass, best modern reggae band hands down! And my god does the singer have such creative and dynamic voice ranges.