From what I recall, Ed Roland (lead singer/songwriter) was writing about the band's relationship with their former manager Bill Richardson. There was a big lawsuit and court battle shortly after this album (Collective Soul, 1995) was released. Ed felt betrayed by him. The Disciplined Breakdown album's lyrical content had similar influences.
From what I recall, Ed Roland (lead singer/songwriter) was writing about the band's relationship with their former manager Bill Richardson. There was a big lawsuit and court battle shortly after this album (Collective Soul, 1995) was released. Ed felt betrayed by him. The Disciplined Breakdown album's lyrical content had similar influences.
Thanks for that tidbit. Nice to hear what inspired the song. Ed Roland uses a lot of christian imagery to express the situation.
Thanks for that tidbit. Nice to hear what inspired the song. Ed Roland uses a lot of christian imagery to express the situation.
Bravo! Excellent posts. Your responses fit both the band's backgound and the lyrics. Thank you.
Bravo! Excellent posts. Your responses fit both the band's backgound and the lyrics. Thank you.