Rox in the Box
Rox in the Box

The Decemberists - Rox in the Box Lyrics

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Mar 12, 2012
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Rox in the Box Lyrics

If the rocks in the box
Get the water right down to your socks
This bulkhead's built of fallen brethren's bones

We all do what we can
We endure our fellow man
And we sing our songs to the headframe's creaks and moans

And it's one, two, three
On the wrong side of the lee
What were you meant for
What were you meant for

And it's seven, eight, nine
You gave your shuffle back in line
And if you ever make it to ten, you won't make it again
And if you ever make it to ten, you won't make it again

And you won't make a dime
On this gray granite mountain mine
Of dirt you're made and of dirt you will return

So while we're living here
Let's get this little one thing clear
There's plenty of men to die, you don't jump your turn

And it's one, two, three
On the wrong side of the lee
What were you meant for
What were you meant for

And it's seven, eight, nine
You gave your shuffle back in line
And if you ever make it to ten, you won't make it again
And if you ever make it to ten, you won't make it again

And it's one, two, three
On the wrong side of the lee
What were you meant for
Whatever you're meant for

And it's seven, eight, nine
You gave your shuffle back in line
And if you ever make it to ten, you won't make it again
And if you ever make it to ten, you won't make it again
And if you ever make it to ten, you won't make it again

Writer(s): COLIN MELOY
Copyright(s): Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. Who wrote the song 'Rox in the Box'?

    'Rox in the Box' was written by Colin Meloy, the frontman of The Decemberists.

  2. What inspired Colin Meloy to write 'Rox in the Box'?

    Colin Meloy was inspired by his interest in labor history and specifically by reading about the Butte miners in Montana during the early 20th century. He found this era fascinating due to its rapid industrial changes and labor struggles.

  3. Which album features 'Rox in the Box'?

    'Rox in the Box' is featured on The Decemberists' sixth studio album, 'The King Is Dead,' which was released on January 14, 2011.

  4. What themes are explored in 'Rox in the Box'?

    'Rox in the Box' explores themes of labor struggles, hardship, and mortality among miners. The lyrics reflect on enduring difficult working conditions and paying tribute to those who have lost their lives.

  5. Was there any specific historical event that influenced 'Rox in the Box'?

    'Rox in the Box' was influenced by events from around 1910 to 1920 when Butte, Montana transitioned from an advanced industrial area to a place marked by labor exploitation after being sold to Amalgamated Copper.

  6. Did Colin Meloy consider turning this song into a musical?

    Yes, Colin Meloy considered writing a musical about Butte miners while he was reading about them. Although he often gets asked to write musicals and has an interest due to his theater background, he usually ends up writing pop songs instead.

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