Exuberant, high energy sets infused with the band’s infectious buzz have attracted a large and growing fan base to venues across the region, including sell-out shows at the O2 Academy Sheffield, The Plug, and The Boardwalk. The band have been nominated for countless awards in the past year including Exposed Magazine’s Band of The Year, Toast Magazines 'Best Band' and 'Best Music Video' and picked up Hallam FM’s ‘Band of The Week’ accolade after their performance at Tramlines Festival in 2010.
The band, hotly tipped by BBC Introducing’s Christian Carlisle and Iain Hodgson, are also well known for their close relationship with fans and relentless self-promotion including guerilla gigs on trams and in train stations as well as a growing number of music videos and free downloads, available through their Facebook and BandCamp pages.
Recent EPs “Fearful Lullaby” and “The Steelworks Sessions” showcase a matured, nuanced sound influenced by bands such as the Editors and dancier rhythms likened to bands such as Foals and The Sunshine Underground. This perhaps explains why the band have shared bills with Kaiser Chiefs, Reverend and The Makers, The Courteeners and Frankie and The Heartstrings.
Summer 2011 will see the band publicising their recent sessions back in the acclaimed Steelworks Studio with numerous festivals already confirmed such as Tramlines (Ash, Los Camepsinos!) and First Days of Freedom (Mystery Jets, The King Blues). New track ‘Legacy’ was released as a free download from the bands Facebook page in May 2011 and both ‘Legacy’ and ‘The Ratells’ were trending on Twitter within hours of the release. Double A Side ‘Phobia/Take Aim’ is planned for release in September 2011.
Faces
The Ratells Lyrics
Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴
and we were playing
And you, you could only see the white dress
And I, I, I could only see black
I, I, I could only see black
Instrumental
but i could tell you thoughts are not like mine
I, I, I could only see black
I, I, I
I wanna tie you down, down
Dont let it bring us down, down
Let me show you the ropes
I wanna show you the ropes
I wanna tie you down, down
Dont let it bring us down, down
Let me show you the ropes
I wanna show you the ropes
Well my bags were packed
and your curch was booked
And I, I could only see the matress
And you, you, you, you couldn't see that
you, you, you, you couldn't see
Instrumental
And you asked me what was on my mind
but i could tell you thoughts are not like mine
And I, I, I could only see black
I, I, I
I wanna tie you down, down
Dont let it bring us down, down
Let me show you the ropes
I wanna show you the ropes
I wanna tie you down, down
Dont let it bring us down, down
Let me show you the ropes
I wanna show you the ropes
Instrumental
Because i wanna tie you down (down
Dont let it bring us down, down)
Let me show you the ropes
I wanna show you the ropes
I wanna tie you down, down
Dont let it bring us down, down
Let me show you the ropes
I wanna show you the ropes
The Ratells' song FACES explores the theme of power dynamics in relationships. The song begins by describing the relationship as a childish game, where one person sees only the white dress and the other person sees only darkness. The instrumental that follows creates a sense of tension and unease, reflecting the confusion and uncertainty in the relationship.
The second verse highlights the power imbalance between the two individuals, with one person wanting to tie the other down and show them the ropes. The use of the phrase "let me show you the ropes" suggests a desire to dominate and control the other person. The third verse reveals that the relationship has reached a breaking point, with one person packing their bags and leaving while the other person remains oblivious to the reality of the situation.
Overall, the song FACES is a hauntingly introspective exploration of a relationship that is marred by power dynamics and confusion.
Line by Line Meaning
Well these were childish games and we were playing
We were engaging in innocent activities like children.
And you, you could only see the white dress
You were preoccupied with a superficial aspect and couldn't see beyond it.
And I, I, I could only see black
I was feeling pessimistic and negative about the situation.
And you asked me what was on my mind but I could tell you thoughts are not like mine
You were curious about my thoughts, but I believed they were too different to be understood.
I wanna tie you down, down / Dont let it bring us down, down / Let me show you the ropes / I wanna show you the ropes
I want to take control of the situation and guide us towards success.
Well my bags were packed / and your church was booked / And I, I could only see the mattress / And you, you, you, you couldn't see that / you, you, you, you couldn't see
I was prepared to leave and move on, but you were blinded by something and couldn't see the issue.
Because I wanna tie you down (down / Dont let it bring us down, down) / Let me show you the ropes / I wanna show you the ropes
Reiteration of the desire to take control and guide us towards success.
Contributed by Kaelyn K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
J
this is not only a great piece of music but it is a proper art piece that should be on showcase at exhibitions etc. one word, amazing!
Vincent K
Damn I love this song. The instrumentsls have such a great sounds to it and the vocals are amazing, especially the high pitch combined with the guitar riff after the bridge gets me everytime. Hope you guys still produce music!
Emiliano Rodrigues Jr
This is so awesome and you are so talented!
Laura Shaw
They are so good live!!!
Harry
Such a brilliant song! A lovely mix of BASTILLE and The 1975! :D
Lara Halpin
This is amazing such a great song! X
shannon imray
This is so good live!
TommoslavTV
Guys, this is such a great tune! I love it! :D
Richard Cadman
such a quality tune, first heard you guys at the Strafford Arms in Wakefield in like 2009, been following since, incredible journey
Johnjo Keen
Best band to come out of sheffield in years