The Roller
Beady Eye
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You didn't know what to say It all came at you today Can't get out your own way Well hold on, hold on, hold on. I'm hiding out in the sun I'm getting everyone done Just me hating no one Here I come, here I come, here I come Just call me the roller I'll squeeze and unfold ya Call me the roller I just go to show ya So you been crawling through a maze An alcohol lemon haze I've been watching you for days You've been outta sight alright, alright, alright I'll take you somewhere you never knew you'd been I'll give you something you never knew you'd feel The only thing is, everything is really tonight, tonight, tonight Just call me the roller I'll squeeze and unfold ya Call me the roller I just go to show ya Just call me the roller I'll come blow you over Call me the roller I'm pleased that I know ya I'll take you somewhere you never knew you'd been I'll give you something you never knew you'd feel The only thing is everything is really tonight, tonight, tonight Just call me the roller I'll squeeze and unfold ya Call me the roller I just go to show ya The roller The roller The roller The roller The roller The roller The roller The roller The roller The roller The roller The roller The roller The roller
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Written by: ANDY BELL, GEM ARCHER, LIAM GALLAGHER
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12 facts about this song
Band Origin"The Roller" is a song by British rock band Beady Eye from their debut studio album named "Different Gear, Still Speeding".
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Released DateThe song was released as the album's second single on 23 January 2011 within the United Kingdom.
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Song Recognition - Chart PerformanceIt entered the UK Singles Chart at number 31, marking the band's first entry to that chart. By March 2011, it had sold 37,000 copies in the UK.
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Music VideoA music video for "The Roller" was also recorded, with an abstract aesthetic, including vibrant, intense light displays. The band played amidst these surreal visuals, highlighting the song's introspective and evocative sound.
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Band MembersThe band members, who have contributed to this song are, Liam Gallagher, Gem Archer, and Andy Bell.
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SongwritingAlthough the band members share songwriting credits, "The Roller" is mainly penned by the band's lead guitarist Gem Archer.
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Song GenreBeady Eye was a rock band, and "The Roller" falls under the category of rock music, with a hint of psychedelic and indie-rock influences.
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Song InfluenceThe melody of "The Roller" has been compared to that of the song "All You Need Is Love" by the Beatles, reflecting Liam Gallagher's well-known admiration for the legendary pop group.
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Band Formation"The Roller" is part of the Beady Eye band's new initiative after Oasis disbanded due to the departure of Noel Gallagher, Liam's brother.
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Song Interpretation"The Roller" is seen as an anthem of resilience and perseverance, capturing the spirit of the band's fresh start and their determination to succeed despite their trials.
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Live PerformancesBeady Eye performed "The Roller" live for the first time at the Glasgow Barrowland Ballroom in early March 2011. Since then, it became a staple in their concert setlists.
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Record LabelThe song "The Roller" was released under the record label Beady Eye Records which was their own label.
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