Howard and Crisp met while in college in Wilmington, North Carolina. That fall, they moved to nearby Raleigh to form The Rosebuds. Merge Records discovered their demo in early 2003 and released Make Out as a full-length debut album that October.
The Rosebuds Unwind EP, an EP with six songs, was released in April 2005, followed by Birds Make Good Neighbors in September. Night of the Furies was released in April 2007 and "Life Like" in October 2008.
The Rosebuds will release their next album in the summer of 2011 on Merge Records.
Back to Boston
The Rosebuds Lyrics
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Went with Michelle down to the station, I lost my nerve
Saw all the looks on the Harvard faces, I know it's true
With glass on the road and the diamond shining
I looked at you and said, "Somerville is where we're going"
Going back to Boston
Going back to Boston
The first verse of The Rosebuds' "Back to Boston" tells a story of falling in love while on the road to Boston. The rhyming of "Boston" and "fall in love" sets the tone for a potentially romantic journey. However, the next line, "I lost my nerve," suggests that the singer isn't quite ready to take a leap of faith. The use of "Harvard faces" in the following line implies that the singer is feeling intimidated, perhaps by the intellect or status of those around them. The reference to "glass on the road and the diamond shining" could be interpreted as seeing beauty in unexpected places, and the decision to go to Somerville instead of Boston could signify a desire for a more adventurous experience. The repetition of the phrase "Going back to Boston" suggests a sense of nostalgia or longing to return to this exciting time in their life.
The lyrics of "Back to Boston" capture a sense of both vulnerability and adventure, themes that are often present in the music of The Rosebuds. This song features a blend of indie rock and pop sounds, with a catchy melody and straightforward lyrics that lend themselves to sing-alongs. The Rosebuds are known for their ability to craft upbeat and danceable music that still manages to convey a sense of emotional depth. "Back to Boston" is a prime example of this skill, with its bittersweet lyrics and electric guitar riffs.
Line by Line Meaning
Out on the road on the way to Boston, I fell in love
During my trip to Boston, I fell in love with someone.
Went with Michelle down to the station, I lost my nerve
I went to the station with Michelle, but I became nervous and lost my confidence.
Saw all the looks on the Harvard faces, I know it's true
I noticed the expressions on the faces of Harvard students and I can tell that this is reality.
With glass on the road and the diamond shining
There was broken glass on the road and a shining diamond.
I looked at you and said, "Somerville is where we're going"
When I gazed at you, I expressed that we are heading towards Somerville.
Going back to Boston
I am returning to Boston.
Going back to Boston
I am returning to Boston.
Contributed by Tristan I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
TheSnakeh
Out on the road on the way to Boston, I fell in love Went with Michelle down to the station, I lost my nerve Saw all the looks on the Harvard faces, I know it's true With glass on the road and the diamond shining, I looked at you, and said, "Somerville is where we're going" Going back to Boston
Malte Laurids Brigge
This song always takes me somewhere, usually down a winding road, with something wondrous peeking just over the horizon, calling us onward, winking at us, daring us: "Are you ready to change your life? Are you???"
Stephen Bird
Rosebuds are best kept secret-keep waiting for them to break out...they freakin rock um
mano roas
preciosura...
Michael S
Not in love with the city of Boston but this is a cool song.
Stephen Bird
The pure.
PaparoniFilms
Will I? or Will I not...go back to Boston...