A Vernon based group made the trek to the coast recently and saw The Red Clay Strays’ show at the Commodore Ballroom in Vancouver, with many attendees calling it “amazing” and one of the best concerts they’ve seen. The band was described as “phenomenal,” with a strong focus on their Southern rock and gospel-infused sound. The energy of the performance and the crowd’s enthusiasm were also highlighted, with people mentioning the band’s raw energy and the crowd’s collective singing. 

The quote “Why can’t I seem to hold my head up high? It must be the devil in my ear” is from the song “Devil In My Ear” by The Red Clay Strays. 

The song explores feelings of inadequacy and the struggle to find meaning and purpose, often linked to mental health challenges. 

The song’s lyrics and the quote highlight the narrator’s internal struggles and the voice that whispers doubts and negativity, ultimately leading them to question their worth and desire for a better life.

 The line “It must be the devil in my ear” serves as a metaphorical representation of these internal doubts and negative thoughts that hold the narrator back. 

Here’s a breakdown of the quote’s meaning:

“Why can’t I seem to hold my head up high?”:

This expresses a feeling of low self-esteem and inability to face life with confidence. 

“It must be the devil in my ear”:

This metaphor suggests that the narrator’s struggles are caused by a persistent voice of negativity and doubt within themselves, hindering their ability to find joy and meaning. 

The Emily Dahl Foundation