Merritt, who hails from Iowa City, had been putting together a band and sealed the deal to have Skylar, originally from Seattle, join him in creating TRAPDOOR SOCIAL while hanging backstage at a Death Cab for Cutie concert at The Greek Theater in Los Angeles. They are a powerhouse duo, playing off of each other’s very different personalities - Merritt’s darker, angst-driven creativity coupled with Skylar’s bright and dynamic performance. “There is a serious dark thing and a serious light thing happening in TRAPDOOR SOCIAL.” says Skylar. “Merritt derives creative energy out of stress and anxiety - his art thrives when he’s suffering. My way is bouncing, affectionate, super positive - I live to be on stage.”
The result is a lush, moody indie alt-pop experience where lyrics, melody and beat work intimately together to create a compelling and seductive melange.
TRAPDOOR SOCIAL makes its official debut with a six song EP Death Of A Friend,
due out October 2012. The songs were produced by Curt Schneider, with
Death Cab For Cutie drummer Jason McGerr playing on the tracks.
Video plays an important part of the creative process for TRAPDOOR SOCIAL. They are prolific, with outstanding clips for “Inertia” and “Death Of A Friend” released Summer 2012, and “Away” and “Like You Never” currently in production. "Video is another great canvas to paint on. It can connect the dots from different concepts in a very visceral way.” describes Merritt, who wrote, produced and performed in the video for “Inertia”. “As soon as the song is done, I immediately go to imagery.”
The songs on Death Of A Friend speak of love, emotion, introspection. “We want to eventually write an anthem for the renewable energy movement.” proclaims Skylar. “I had an epiphany when I saw the Harry Belafonte documentary ‘Sing Your Song’ while at the Sundance Film Fest last year. Harry was a star, but then also got into civil rights movement, using his clout to swing a big sword at those issues, dedicating the rest of this life to affect change. You can be a rock star and change the world - this is what I want to do. We have to become rock stars in order to get this message out, in order to get the work done that we want to get done.”
In the meantime, TRAPDOOR SOCIAL walks its talk, with continued involvement with green companies Farmscape and Agrisaurus, which Merritt helped create, and the development of an awareness campaign around solar and other renewable energy. “Life is about finding situations into which you can add love.” says Merritt. “I want to help get the message out that everyone should just do what they can!”.
TRAPDOOR SOCIAL inspires us with that message, loud and clear.
No Regrets
Trapdoor Social Lyrics
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To love me is to understand
And I'm not sorry for what I said
Better out than still in my head
But you've made mistakes
I know
And your faith has been misplaced
You've let time go to waste
Yeah but how could I have done it any other way
But you've hurt someone
Oh no
And it cannot be undone
It kills me that all we have left is to try to do best for the ones that we love and live for the day
It was college and living and being alone, being alone, yeah
Drinking whiskey and kissing and leaving home, leaving home, yeah
Seeking knowledge and vision and breathing slow, breathing slow, yeah
On my bicycle singing the anthem of living forever with no regrets
I'm not sorry for what I do
What I follow my heart into
And I'm not sorry for loving you
It's just how I have come unglued
But you've hurt someone
Oh god
And it cannot be undone
It kills me that all we have left is to try to do best for the ones that we love and live for the day
It was college and living and being alone, being alone, yeah
Drinking whiskey and kissing and leaving home, leaving home, yeah
Seeking knowledge and vision and breathing slow, breathing slow, yeah
On my bicycle singing the anthem of living forever with no regrets
It was college and living and being alone, being alone, yeah (no regrets)
Drinking whiskey and kissing and leaving home, leaving home, yeah (no regrets)
Seeking knowledge and vision and breathing slow, breathing slow, yeah
On my bicycle singing the anthem of living forever with no regrets
The lyrics of the song "No Regrets" by Trapdoor Social is a personal reflection on the choices the singer has made in life. In the song, they sing about being unapologetic for the way they are and the decisions they make. They are aware that they have hurt someone and that it cannot be undone, but they are determined to live their life with no regrets. The lyrics reflect on the experiences of college life, being alone, seeking knowledge, and love. The singer talks about how it is better to express their thoughts rather than keeping them in their head. The song hints at the idea that it is impossible to live life without hurting anyone, but it is important to learn from past mistakes and try to do the best for the ones we love.
The lyrics of "No Regrets" are open to interpretation, and the meaning of the song varies from person to person. However, the song is primarily about living a life with no regrets and being unapologetic for the choices we make, no matter the consequences. It emphasizes the importance of learning from past mistakes and being true to oneself.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm not sorry for the way I am
I refuse to apologize for how I exist as a person.
To love me is to understand
Only those who truly comprehend me can love me.
And I'm not sorry for what I said
I take responsibility for my spoken words, and I hold no regrets.
Better out than still in my head
It's best to vocalize your feelings instead of bottling them up.
But you've made mistakes
Although I am responsible for my actions, you also have your own faults.
I know
I am aware of the errors you have committed.
And your faith has been misplaced
You have put your trust in the wrong places.
It's true
This statement is indeed accurate.
You've let time go to waste
You have squandered precious moments.
Yeah but how could I have done it any other way
I couldn't have acted differently given the circumstances.
But you've hurt someone
Your actions have caused harm to another individual.
Oh no
I feel pained upon hearing this fact.
And it cannot be undone
The damage has been done, and there is no reversing it.
It kills me that all we have left is to try to do best for the ones that we love and live for the day
It saddens me that our only option remaining is to strive for the betterment of our loved ones and cherish each moment.
It was college and living and being alone, being alone, yeah
During my time in college, I was independent and often by myself.
Drinking whiskey and kissing and leaving home, leaving home, yeah
I would drink alcohol, kiss others, and frequently depart from where I lived.
Seeking knowledge and vision and breathing slow, breathing slow, yeah
I sought wisdom and looked ahead while taking deep breaths.
On my bicycle singing the anthem of living forever with no regrets
I rode my bike while singing a song about living without regret.
I'm not sorry for what I do
I stand by my actions and refuse to apologize for them.
What I follow my heart into
I pursue what my heart desires.
And I'm not sorry for loving you
I have no regrets about loving you.
It's just how I have come unglued
My love for you has led me to feel unsteady and unstable.
Oh god
I feel immense pain about the situation at hand.
It was college and living and being alone, being alone, yeah
Once again, I mention my time spent in college while independent.
Drinking whiskey and kissing and leaving home, leaving home, yeah
Again, I drank alcohol, kissed others, and frequently departed from where I lived.
Seeking knowledge and vision and breathing slow, breathing slow, yeah
I was still in pursuit of wisdom and looking ahead while taking deep breaths.
On my bicycle singing the anthem of living forever with no regrets
I remained on my bike, songfully expressing my intent to live without regret.
Contributed by Skyler E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@Boleta1245
God I love this <3
@halcyon_echo42
This song is my mantra & I listen to it whenever I need that push to take the next step forward in life. Thank you Trapdoor Social
@eckolocation4604
I found out about you via my best friend A.J. (percussionist on the Mesa Marching Band) and my sister Sammantha G. (Clarinet player on the Mesa Marching Band) and I started listening to a few of your songs. You are very talented musicians. I really like Skylar's vocals. Keep it up, you guys are great!!
@doievenname7106
all regrets
@zakethekid1333
PUT LYRICS FOR SONG VIDEOS EITHER IN THE VIDEO OR IN THE DESCRIPTION
I'm not sorry for the way I am
To love me is to understand
And I'm not sorry for what I said
Better out than still in my head
But you've made mistakes
I know
And your faith has been misplaced
It's true
You've let time go to waste
Yeah but how could I have done it any other way
But you've hurt someone
Oh no
And it cannot be undone
It kills me that all we have left is to try to do best for the ones that we love and live for the day
It was college and living and being alone, being alone, yeah
Drinking whiskey and kissing and leaving home, leaving home, yeah
Seeking knowledge and vision and breathing slow, breathing slow, yeah
On my bicycle singing the anthem of living forever with no regrets
I'm not sorry for what I do
What I follow my heart into
And I'm not sorry for loving you
It's just how I have come unglued
But you've hurt someone
Oh god
And it cannot be undone
It kills me that all we have left is to try to do best for the ones that we love and live for the day
It was college and living and being alone, being alone, yeah
Drinking whiskey and kissing and leaving home, leaving home, yeah
Seeking knowledge and vision and breathing slow, breathing slow, yeah
On my bicycle singing the anthem of living forever with no regrets
It was college and living and being alone, being alone, yeah (no regrets)
Drinking whiskey and kissing and leaving home, leaving home, yeah (no regrets)
Seeking knowledge and vision and breathing slow, breathing slow, yeah
On my bicycle singing the anthem of living forever with no regrets