Rolling Stone
by Reuben and The Dark Lyrics
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To the feeling of hot and cold
Roll like a roll, like a roll, like a rolling stone
To the feeling of hot and cold
You took my body, you took my body, you took my body home
It's quite a sight for my sore eyes
And break my heart back into pieces
A city blackout and a sea of white
When all I want is to be alone
Roll like a roll, like a roll, like a rolling stone
To the feeling of hot and cold
Roll like a roll, like a roll, like a rolling stone
To the feeling of hot and cold
You took my body, you took my body, you took my body home
You took my body, you took my body, you took my body home
I said, well, I don't wanna die in the middle of a city
So they wrote on my headstone
Well, I don't wanna die in the middle of a city
No
Well, I awoke in your arms
I awoke, in your arms
I thought I saw
For the very first time
I heard the cries of a child
With the hands of time, not satisfied
How my lungs became ears, became eyes
Well, I awoke in your arms
I awoke, in your arms
I thought I saw
For the very first time
Well, I heard the cries of a child
With the hands of time, not satisfied
How my lungs became ears, became eyes
Roll like a roll, like a roll, like a rolling stone
To the feeling of hot and cold
The lyrics of Reuben and The Dark's song Rolling Stone seem to be about a person who is experiencing a lot of intense feelings and sensations. The repeated phrase "Roll like a roll, like a roll, like a rolling stone" seems to be a metaphor for feeling out of control or unstable, like a rolling stone that can't be stopped or directed. The mention of "hot and cold" feelings implies a state of emotional turmoil.
The line "You took my body home" suggests that the singer is with someone who is providing comfort and safety, perhaps a lover or close friend. However, the following lines describe a desire to be alone and the image of a city blackout and a sea of white implies a longing for silence and emptiness.
The second half of the song brings in some surreal imagery and a sense of confusion. The idea of wanting to avoid dying in the middle of a city is repeated twice, and then the singer seems to awaken in someone's arms and experience a sort of rebirth. The line "How my lungs became ears, became eyes" is especially intriguing, as it suggests a blending of senses and a state of heightened awareness.
Overall, Rolling Stone is a song that explores intense emotions and the desire for both connection and solitude. It uses powerful language and vivid imagery to create a sense of movement and transformation.
Line by Line Meaning
Roll like a roll, like a roll, like a rolling stone
Move on like a stone rolling over and over, back and forth, as if experiencing the extremes of hot and cold temperature
To the feeling of hot and cold
To the sensations of scorching warmth and icy chill
You took my body, you took my body, you took my body home
You carried me back to your place, wrapped your arms around me tightly, and made me feel at home with you
It's quite a sight for my sore eyes
What I see is so incredibly beautiful, it soothes my tired, aching eyes
And break my heart back into pieces
But at the same time, it shatters my heart into tiny fragments once again
A city blackout and a sea of white
It's like everything around me is pitch black, except for a bright, glistening sea of white lights
When all I want is to be alone
Even though I crave solitude and seclusion right now
I said, well, I don't wanna die in the middle of a city
I once proclaimed that I'd never want to breathe my last breath while still in the hustle and bustle of an urban area
So they wrote on my headstone
To the extent that this sentiment would be etched on my memorial plaque
Well, I don't wanna die in the middle of a city
I still feel the same way about wanting to depart from life in a peaceful, serene surrounding
Well, I awoke in your arms
My eyes opened, and I found myself nestled in your embrace
I thought I saw for the very first time
And it felt like I was seeing the world in a completely different, refreshed light
I heard the cries of a child
I picked up on the sound of an infant in distress
With the hands of time, not satisfied
As if time itself was eager for something new and different to come along
How my lungs became ears, became eyes
It was as if my lungs could now interpret sounds, and my eyes were able to grasp unseen things
Roll like a roll, like a roll, like a rolling stone
And so I continue to move forward, propelled like a stone rolling endlessly towards its unknown destination
To the feeling of hot and cold
Reacting to every sensation, as if traveling through the hottest deserts and the coldest wastelands at the same time
You took my body, you took my body, you took my body home
And all the while, knowing that you were always both the destination and the home I've been searching for.
Lyrics © ARTS & CRAFTS MUSIC INC DBA GALLERYAC MUSIC
Written by: REUBEN BULLOCK
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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so glad my hometown's got such amazing music. calgary pride!
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hell yeah calgary
@smellydonk2633
I live in Calgary I’m from Toronto tho
@camstick1
I actually heard their recent single 'Bow and Arrow' on the radio yesterday. Keep the music coming!! It all sounds great.
@Bartolomeus007
Thanks Ray Donovan for introducing this great song!
@CameronTheCanuckk
Amazing HNIC opening to the Blue Jackets vs Penguins game. Props to whoever makes those montages and picks the music,very well done.
@belladejoy3502
You guys came to little old Maine last night and killed it. My friends and I loved every minute of your show, and we are so glad to have gotten the chance to meet you afterwards. You stole our hearts! thank you.
@rorydakin8048
They came to Sherwood Park just a couple days ago and sounded better than any recorded version I've ever heard from them.
Absolutely stellar band
@StewieG3000
heard it this morning for the first time, and sang it all day.
@lilyisonline
SAW YOU GUYS YESTERDAY AT THE RIVIERA IN CHICAGO WITH VANCE JOY AND YOUR MUSIC MAKES ME CRY