In 2013, pop punk sweethearts The Dollyrots reproduced. But their new baby didn’t slow them down: they just brought him on tour. Thus the title of their upcoming live CD/DVD, Family Vacation: Live in the Los Angeles.
Released on March 11, 2016, Family Vacation is a concert film with a companion live album that captures The Dollyrots on their 2015 summer tour with long-time roadmates Bowling For Soup. It’s 40 minutes of pure rock frenzy, harnessed by filmmaker Ian MacLeod and delivered as both a video/audio download and deluxe double disc set.
The term “family” not only describes singer/bassist Kelly Ogden, guitarist Luis Cabezas, and their baby River, but also the extended family of Dollyrots fans, who supported the creation of this live CD/DVD by crowdfunding it on PledgeMusic. Those who contributed to the project received the film and album weeks before the public street date, and were also privy to some special extras, including a bonus studio EP and exclusive memorabilia. As Kelly puts it, “There are a lot of fans who might never get out to a Dollyrots show in the flesh, so we did our best to bring the experience to them. The only things missing are the ringing ears and sweaty hugs…but other than that I think we nailed it!”
Since their formation 15 years ago, The Dollyrtos have played over a thousand shows and released five studio albums, but Family Vacation is their first ever official live record. After releasing material on both Lookout! Records and Joan Jett’s Blackheart Records, the band decided to go completely independent for their last few releases, and 2014’s Barefoot and Pregnant (released through the band’s own label, Arrested Youth Records) enjoyed a #7 debut on Billboard’s Heatseekers Chart. They hope their fans will similarly embrace Family Vacation, which comes on the heels of multiple US tours in 2015 and a three-week tour of the United Kingdom with Bowling For Soup this past February.
Screaming, staying up all night, and vomiting everywhere: Family Vacation shows that punk rock and parenting aren’t so different after all. And it stands as proof that just because you grow up doesn’t mean you have to stop being awesome.
Love You Most
The Dollyrots Lyrics
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You said you'd tell me that you love me
And though I try
I can't believe that you'll still love me
Enough's enough don't know that past tonight I'll be your one
The dead flowers
You left upon my doorstep sweetly
With gentle kisses oh so scaredly
Enough's enough don't know that past tonight I'll be your one
Tonight's the night
You said you'd tell me that you love me
And though I try
I can't believe that you'll still love me
Enough's enough don't know that past tonight I'll be your one
You tell me your is more than, more than
Mine, although, I know that
I love you most
Wish I could deny
I love you most
Wish I could deny I love you
And on my neck
The bite you left has started bruising
So go ahead is it my fear or you I'm losing
Enough's enough don't know that past tonight I'll be your one
Tonight's the night
You said you'd tell me that you love me
And though I try
I can't believe that you'll still love me
Enough's enough don't know that past tonight I'll be your one
The Dollyrots's song "Love You Most" is a song about a relationship that is on rocky grounds. The first verse sets the scene for the song with the line "Tonight's the night, You said you'd tell me that you love me." The singer expresses her doubts in the following line "And though I try, I can't believe that you'll still love me." The chorus of the song repeats the phrase "Enough's enough, don't know that past tonight I'll be your one," emphasizing the temporary nature of their relationship. The second verse starts off with an image of a dead flower left on her doorstep, which could be interpreted as a symbol for the wilted and dying state of their love. The verse ends with the line "Enough's enough, don't know that past tonight I'll be your one," continuing the theme of impermanence.
The bridge of the song is where the main conflict of the song is revealed. The singer's partner tells her that his love is more than hers, but she still loves him the most. She wishes she could deny her love for him, acknowledging that their relationship may not have a long future. The final verse has a more ominous tone, with the singer describing a bite on her neck that is starting to bruise. She questions if it's her fear or if she is losing him. The song ends with the refrain "Tonight's the night, You said you'd tell me that you love me" and the lingering question of whether their love will last beyond the night.
Line by Line Meaning
Tonight's the night
The anticipated time has come.
You said you'd tell me that you love me
It is expected that you will declare your affection for me.
And though I try
Despite my effort,
I can't believe that you'll still love me
I am uncertain that you still harbor feelings for me.
Enough's enough don't know that past tonight I'll be your one
This is the final chance to determine if I am truly the one for you.
The dead flowers
The lifeless bouquet
You left upon my doorstep sweetly
You placed it carefully and kindly outside my home.
Should I reply
If I were to respond,
With gentle kisses oh so scaredly
I would do so timidly and cautiously.
You tell me your is more than, more than
You claim that your love is greater than,
Mine, although, I know that
Even though I acknowledge that,
I love you most
I have the strongest affection towards you.
Wish I could deny
I wish I could reject
And on my neck
There is a mark
The bite you left has started bruising
The wound you inflicted is now showing signs of injury.
So go ahead is it my fear or you I'm losing
I feel I am losing either you or my courage to leave this relationship.
Contributed by Aria R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.