Shelf in the Room
Days of the New, Travis Meeks
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The key is so distant I've opened doors Know when to listen Know what to listen for (yeah) The shelf in the room Has been the way of holding me And letting me stay Kick me out Let me go I don't belong here no more A releasing sense of getting tired Hold myself I can't hold myself The shelf in the room Has been so true I can hide in The shelf in the room Holding out Never hold in Holding out Never hold Know when to listen Know what to listen for Believe in resistance Don't let them tell you anymore Is there anyway/no To get away/no Ask myself While I stay inside The key is so distant I've closed my doors The shelf in the room Is rain waiting to pour
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Written by: TRAVIS SHANE MEEKS
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10 facts about this song
Song Background"Shelf in the Room" is a song by American rock band Days of the New. It was one of the tracks from their self-titled debut album, released in 1997.
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Chart PerformanceThe song was a commercial success. It reached number 3 on the Billboard Mainstream Rock Tracks chart, indicating its popularity with a wide audience.
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Unique SoundThe band is known for their unique acoustic rock sound which is very evident in this song. The song presents a blend of grunge and acoustic rock, which was quite unique at the time.
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Lyrical MeaningFrontman Travis Meeks has stated that the song is about contemplation and introspection, about trying to find a place within oneself where there is peace.
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ControversyThe song was embroiled in a tiny controversy when a radio station in Oregon weirdly banned it because they thought it promoted drug use, which wasn't the intended message of the song.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Shelf in the Room" was directed by Johnathon Dayton and Valerie Faris, who later became famous as the directors of the cult classic indie film "Little Miss Sunshine".
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Band Line-upThe band members during the recording of the song were Travis Meeks (vocals and guitar), Todd Whitener (guitar), Jesse Vest (bass), and Matt Taul (drums).
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Live Performances"Shelf in the Room" was frequently played during the band's live performances and was one of their fan favorites.
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LegacyAlthough Days of the New split up in the late 2000s, "Shelf in the Room" continues to receive airplay, indicating its lasting legacy and impact.
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Personal StrugglesTravis Meeks, who was the band's frontman and primary songwriter, has been open about his struggles with Methamphetamine addiction, which some fans believe may have been an influence on the song's theme and content.
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