The Stone Roses released their second album, Second Coming, in 1994, which received mixed reviews. The group soon disbanded after several line-up changes throughout the supporting tour, which began with Reni departing in early 1995, followed by Squire in April 1996. Brown and Mani dissolved the remains of the group in October 1996 following their appearance at Reading Festival.
Following much intensified media speculation, the Stone Roses called a press conference on 18 October 2011 to announce that the band had reunited and would perform a reunion world tour in 2012, including three homecoming shows in Heaton Park, Manchester. Plans to record a third album in the future were also floated but only two singles were released. In June 2012, Chris Coghill, the writer of a new film which is set during the Stone Roses 1990 Spike Island show, revealed that the band "have at least three or four new tracks recorded". In June 2013, a documentary about the band's reformation directed by Shane Meadows and titled The Stone Roses: Made of Stone was released.
In 2016, the Stone Roses released their first new material in two decades. The band members continued to tour until June 2017, at which point cryptic remarks by Brown indicated the band had split again, which was later confirmed in a 2019 interview with Squire.
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Studio albums
The Stone Roses (1989)
Second Coming (1994)
breakOUT
The Stone Roses Lyrics
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Define the objectified and celebrate the phallic
But we are waiting for a sign
To deconstruct this before we run out of time
Remissions purely cosmetic
Seems like our features are cemented and static
So we are waiting for what this culture fears
The end of dress codes, pants/shirts, pink/blue right here
Yeah baby yeah we're gonna breakout
Submissions systematic
Being born under the wrong sign can so fucking tragic
The symptoms are getting out of hand
I'm scared too baby but I can't even begin to understand
Yeah baby yeah we're gonna breakout
Hey sister I know you want to dance too
Without gender hanging over you
Said: just want to be free
Not some billboard advertising dream
Take action; take aim and some slick shoes
Take action; take aim and sing this new blues
Take action; take aim cause we know what to do
Yeah baby yeah we're gonna breakout
The lyrics of The Stone Roses' song "Breakout" convey the need to break free from the societal norms and expectations that essentially dictate how we dress, behave, and present ourselves. It questions the society's obsession with defining gender roles and celebrating masculinity, urging people to take action and embrace their freedom to express themselves without conforming to the gender stereotypes that have been assigned to them.
The opening lines of the song juxtapose "situations symptomatic" with "objectified" and "phallic," indicating the consequences of an ongoing struggle between societal norms and individuality. The lyrics also point towards the urgent need to question and deconstruct these norms before it's too late, expressing concerns that the seemingly "cosmetic" changes might not be enough.
The tone of the song is rebellious and celebratory, with the chorus repeatedly urging the listener that "we're gonna breakout." The song's message is a call to action and a reminder that it's time to break free from the societal constraints and be comfortable in our own skin, without fear of judgment or persecution.
Line by Line Meaning
Situations symptomatic
We see certain patterns and symptoms that indicate a larger issue at play.
Define the objectified and celebrate the phallic
Society tends to focus on male-centered ideas and objects, and some people embrace and glorify this mentality.
But we are waiting for a sign
Despite these issues, we're hesitant to take action without some sort of clear indication or signal.
To deconstruct this before we run out of time
We need to break down these harmful patterns and attitudes, or else we'll face irreversible consequences.
Remissions purely cosmetic
Attempts at fixing the issue are just surface-level and don't address the root of the problem.
Seems like our features are cemented and static
We feel like we're stuck in our ways and can't change our behavior or mentality.
So we are waiting for what this culture fears
We're waiting for a shift in cultural attitudes, but fear that it may never come.
The end of dress codes, pants/shirts, pink/blue right here
We're advocating for a society free from restrictive gender norms when it comes to clothing and color choices.
Yeah baby yeah we're gonna breakout
Despite the challenges ahead, we're confident that we can break free from harmful patterns and mindsets and make progress forward.
Submissions systematic
We're conditioned to submit to certain beliefs and behaviors due to societal expectations.
Being born under the wrong sign can be so fucking tragic
It's painful to feel like one doesn't fit into society's expectations or roles based on their gender or other societal labels.
The symptoms are getting out of hand
The issues and patterns are growing more intense and widespread.
I'm scared too baby but I can't even begin to understand
We're scared and uncertain of the future, but also feel like there's so much we don't even know yet.
Hey sister I know you want to dance too
We're calling for inclusivity and freedom for all, regardless of gender or other societal labels.
Without gender hanging over you
We want to free people from the restrictive and limiting assumptions and expectations based on their gender.
Said: just want to be free
Our ultimate goal is for everyone to have the freedom to be themselves and live without restrictions or harmful societal patterns.
Not some billboard advertising dream
We want people to be able to define their own dreams and goals, rather than just being fed expectations by society.
Take action; take aim and some slick shoes
We're calling for action and change, even if it's uncomfortable or challenging.
Take action; take aim and sing this new blues
We're urging people to join us in speaking out against restrictive societal patterns and celebrate a new, freer way of living.
Take action; take aim cause we know what to do
We're confident that we have the knowledge and drive to effect change and make progress toward a freer society.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: PAUL SIMON BROWN, FRASER LANCE THORNEYCROFT SMITH, ASHTON FOSTER, CARL MORGAN, KARL EDWARD RICHARDS, DANIEL SPENCER
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June Finnigan
I had forgotten how deep, heavy and brilliant these guys are!
Kevin red badger Walls
Never forget
Paul Meirick
Yes
Marc Skeldon
I was feeling hideous on the way home from Austria once, proper ill, driving home from the airport I thought I wasn't going to make it! This came on my iPod and breathed new life in me!! The bass and drums got me through! I love this song.
lazyitus
So great! I love this track. I wish those leaked demo jam sessions from the second coming era were available in this quality. John and Reni really kick it.
a1974h
This is just class. the beastie boys would loved to have made something as a great as this for their in sound from way out album. this and somethings burning prove to me how superior the roses were over oasis.
Snort Wassabi
Not one oasis tune I remember where I went fucking hell the drums and guitar then were kick ass, but roses have so many. If you are in a pub oasis is probably better but no doubt roses make the better music
lazyitus
Would give almost anything to hear the roses' jam sessions from 201-2013. You know they recorded them.
Oscar301
beautiful groove
m Ward
love the drumbs nice job mani