Split Stones

Maggie Rogers

About Split Stones

"Split Stones" is a song by American singer-songwriter Maggie Rogers. It was written and produced by Rogers, Andrew Seltzer and Doug Schadt. The song was released on September 20, 2017, through Debay Sounds and Capitol Records.


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I can see it now, tripping on split stones
Trying to make hits so we could play them loud
Picking at our souls like we didn’t know
Just like we were only playing with the sound

Trying to control what was so low
But I never knew how then to just go and let it out
Get it out

But if you could fight, if you could choose
If you could say all the things you wanted to
If you couldn't lie
If you would only move like you had something to lose
If you could cry, if you couldn't sleep it off
If you could feel everything you've ever caused
If you couldn't lie
If you would only move like you had something to lose
Like you had something to lose
Like you had something to lose

And I’m not saying I would always speak up
That it didn’t creep up on me all the time
I’m just saying there was a window
Where you could’ve let go in that place and time

Laughing all it off like it was innocent
Oh, but all I ever wanted was to get rid of it and let it out
Get it out

But if you could fight, if you could choose
If you could say all the things you wanted to
If you couldn't lie
If you would only move like you had something to lose
If you could cry, if you couldn't sleep it off
If you could feel everything you've ever caused
If you couldn't lie
If you would only move like you had something to lose
Like you had something to lose
Like you had something to lose

And I can see us there
You staring at me
And me just praying for air
I can see us there
Standing cheek to cheek
And counting week by week
Wishing everything would be clear
I can see us there
I can see us there

But if you could fight, if you could choose
If you could say all the things you wanted to
If you couldn't lie
If you would only move like you had something to lose
If you could cry, if you couldn't sleep it off
If you could feel everything you've ever caused
If you couldn't lie
If you would only move like you had something to lose
Like you had something to lose
Like you had something to lose
Like you had something to lose

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Maggie Rogers

Margaret Debay Rogers (born April 25, 1994) is an American musician, singer-songwriter, and producer from Easton, Maryland. She rose to fame after her song "Alaska" was played to Pharrell Williams during a master class at New York University. Her songs "Alaska" and "Dog Years" placed numbers 64 and 173 on Triple J Hottest 100, 2016, respectively. more »

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Written by: ANDREW SELTZER, DOUGLAS SCHADT, MAGGIE ROGERS

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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11 facts about this song

Release Date
"Split Stones" was released by Maggie Rogers on September 20, 2017.
Inspiration
This track was directly influenced by Rogers' experience of exploring nature during her childhood, growing up in Easton, Maryland.
Sound Design
Rogers samples the sounds of splintering and breaking rocks in the track as part of her noted practice of incorporating natural elements into her music.
Dedication
Victoriously, the song was dedicated to fans. Maggie Rogers shared this song as her 'parting gift' before taking a break from the music industry.
Promotion
Interestingly, the song was first teased in a North Face advertisement before its official release.
Lyrics
The lyrics feature a theme of freedom and escape, mirroring her own decision to take a break and explore life out of the spotlight.
Music Composition
The song is a blend of electronic-pop, folk-pop, and dance-pop sounds, showcasing Rogers' unique genre-blending style.
Live Performance
"Split Stones" was added to the set-list of her 2019 tour, earning positive feedback from both fans and critics alike.
Music Video
Unlike many of Rogers’ videos, which are quite stylized and narrative-driven, the “Split Stones” video is simpler, featuring scenic landscape shots and Rogers dancing passionately.
Reception
The song received overwhelmingly positive reviews. Critics praised its emotive lyrics, catchy chorus, and the unique blending of natural and electronic sounds.
Digital Platforms
"Split Stones" is available across major music streaming platforms, including Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube Music, and Amazon Music.

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