Metaphorical Lyrics
Ed Roland of Collective Soul
Cris Cohen: I would say your songwriting tends to be more metaphorical and uses interesting imagery.
Ed Roland of Collective Soul: I wish I could be more non-metaphorical sometimes. I like the concept of writing a story without me being involved. I have a hard time being unmetaphorical. I'm trying my best, because I do enjoy both (styles). It seems I can only do one, which has worked out fine, to be honest with you.