Only moron and genius
Would fight a losing battle
Against the super ego
When giving in is so damn comforting
And so we go, on with our lives
We know the truth, but prefer lies
Lies are simple, simple is bliss
Why go against tradition when we can?
Admit defeat, live in decline
24 years later, I still get chills every time I listen to this song.
I first heard it at a rave, rolling on ecstacy, going through pretty bad depression. It was during their "Group Therapy" set. I felt so connected to everyone around me. So peaceful. So understood. I cared and loved everyone around me and I felt the same in return. Sure, I was high. But it was a moment a decade ago that I can still remember vividly, and a point where I started taking my mental health seriously and started to deal with it and finally start to feel good about myself.
ZSK - Antifascista we always need more, proud, dangerous, commited antifascists.
For me, this song is an example of a bold, counter rightwing-populism narrative. We need more strong and proud narratives on the left, to tell people they can feel important, powerful, accepted and part of something important - on the morally correct side of history.
I struggled with that a lot when I learned he was a born again evangelical these days, but the messages in his earlier work are still valid. There are so few metal bands with good technical sound and solid vocals. I think with him, I didn't see how his narcissism and religion tainted the earlier work.
Now Metallica, they tried the ruin the Internet and hurt a lot of good people doing it too. Fuck Metallica.
Yeah Metallica still leaves a bad taste in my mouth, both from their war on Napster but also the whole Guantanamo torture thing, and James' shitass response and non-apology (metallica isn't political?? my ass...)
43 rotations here as well. I think it's really hard to see any joy when we have grown up in a world that only seems to constantly take our happiness away at every turn.
I find solace in knowing this is all temporary and thankfully, the world will go on without us. Whether that's us as individuals or are species as a whole.
Until either of those inevitable points though, know that to some small degree you are not alone and there's at least one random stranger on the internet who is thinking about you in a caring way today.
Inspiration for the song came from wrestler Chris Benoit, who murdered his wife and son before committing suicide. Insane Clown Posse broadly alluded to the murders in the song's lyrics, but the focus of the song is not the murders themselves, but of suddenly losing one's sanity, and eclipsing in violence.[3] The song pertains to the album's overall concept, which "teaches us to respect the life we've been given and do our best to avoid an early death."
This song has such an incredible vibe. It was played a lot on tour after shows. In the truck, the hotel, the bar. Wherever.
Reminds me of the good days of making music and hanging out with some of my favorite people. I'd like the whole world to feel free, loved and valid all at once. Might just make a difference.
The first time it was a tragedy,
The second time it's a farce.
Outside it's 1933,
So I am hitting the bars.
And I don't know what's going on anymore.
The world outside is burning with a brand new light,
But it isn't one that makes me feel warm.
Don't go mistaking your house burning down for the dawn.
This song aggressively reminds me of the mix of anxiety and excitement I had before moving out on my own for the first time. I came from a small town, and moved to the "big city" in my province. I had never moved anywhere before, let alone without my parents. That was 15 years ago now, but this takes me right back. It's also a banger (in my opinion).
Bloodlip, by Matduke/Veela. I don't listen to the lyrics of songs all that much so for me the emotions are driven by the melody. Something about the chorus in this one sends shivers down my spine.
"I know that you're tired of this
Cause you're a robot
They designed your life
But true souls said you know what's right
And you can join us on the other side"
A short electronic instrumental that really isn't all that complex or terribly interesting, but holds a true wealth of emotional context for me. It feels like the awkward first steps in a relationship until something clicks, and ends with a touch of melancholy to my ear.
(Especially the 3rd verse, translated to english):
"And just because he's a worker
No class can free him but his own
The emancipation of the working class
Is the task of the worker alonе"
Those that have spent a few years on Reddit might remember them doing live shows back when they were less known. As a band, they're basically just pure pop-punk joy, and I think people could use a little joy lately.
Just to absolutely annoy people, I'd probably go with a song I find very annoying and long. Probably something like Cannon in D, one I guarantee everybody has heard, even if they don't know the name.
Jokes back on you, you said they'd feel the same emotions as the person who chose. So you would feel a song you previously loved and adored would be long and annoying. Possibly altering your feelings for the song permanently!
You know the one.
It was the song that I was…thinking of!
I knew and I clicked anyway. God dammit.
Same. Made my husband start dancing. 🤣
Bananaphone
You are a monster.
Killing in the name of
This was my pick too. Might start a revolution.
Wake Up - RATM
People need to get really fucking angry and start causing serious trouble for those that are burning our home and hurting our friends.
Welcome my son,
welcome, to the machine.
Where have you been?
It’s alright, we know where you’ve been.
Welcome to the Machine, Pink Floyd
I was birthed to that album.
This is already frequently in my head.
Ænima by TOOL
I wanna see it all flushed away.
Learn to swim
See you down in Arizona Bay!
Learn to swim
I sure could use a vacation
Happy Birthday, if I've gotta sit there quietly and feel awkward, so do all of you
NOFX - The Decline
24 years later, I still get chills every time I listen to this song.
Boston’s Peace of Mind
Ooh, I'd be feeling satisfied after that.
Cool the engines, bro
Same emotions?
On a good day by Above and Beyond.
I first heard it at a rave, rolling on ecstacy, going through pretty bad depression. It was during their "Group Therapy" set. I felt so connected to everyone around me. So peaceful. So understood. I cared and loved everyone around me and I felt the same in return. Sure, I was high. But it was a moment a decade ago that I can still remember vividly, and a point where I started taking my mental health seriously and started to deal with it and finally start to feel good about myself.
I'm noticing a distinct lack of people saying Rick Astly - Never Gonna Give You Up
The emotion: mild amusement
ZSK - Antifascista we always need more, proud, dangerous, commited antifascists.
For me, this song is an example of a bold, counter rightwing-populism narrative. We need more strong and proud narratives on the left, to tell people they can feel important, powerful, accepted and part of something important - on the morally correct side of history.
Achy Breaky Heart.
I just don’t think they’d understand
Enigma - Principles of Lust
No time for fighting when we’re all busy fucking to new age 90’s sex anthems
Now that's stuck in my head.
So, job done I guess.
Haha now go start an orgy
Megadeth, Symphony of Destruction
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vfpgpf6QVnI
shame Mustaine is such a chud. I genuinely can't listen to Megadeth anymore.
I struggled with that a lot when I learned he was a born again evangelical these days, but the messages in his earlier work are still valid. There are so few metal bands with good technical sound and solid vocals. I think with him, I didn't see how his narcissism and religion tainted the earlier work.
Now Metallica, they tried the ruin the Internet and hurt a lot of good people doing it too. Fuck Metallica.
Yeah Metallica still leaves a bad taste in my mouth, both from their war on Napster but also the whole Guantanamo torture thing, and James' shitass response and non-apology (metallica isn't political?? my ass...)
One Day - Matisyahu
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WRmBChQjZPs
Sweet Carol Line 😏
Ren : Hi Ren
I hope you are well friend!
Not at all. Never really have been though and it's been 43 years so at least I'm used to it.
Thank you. Surprisingly unvulgar and not at all cynical
43 rotations here as well. I think it's really hard to see any joy when we have grown up in a world that only seems to constantly take our happiness away at every turn.
I find solace in knowing this is all temporary and thankfully, the world will go on without us. Whether that's us as individuals or are species as a whole.
Until either of those inevitable points though, know that to some small degree you are not alone and there's at least one random stranger on the internet who is thinking about you in a caring way today.
Not the person you replied to, but that's pretty sensible. Thanks for the perspective
Cheers friend. Good luck out there.
Hiromi Uehara - Deep into the night
...because I think everyone need to chill the fuck down.
If that doesn't work, I'll go with Dimmu Borgir - Kings of the Carnival Creation so everyone can fuck the chill up instead.
Props for the Hiromi recommendation, though I'd personally choose Seeker from the Alive album.
Mozart - Requiem
Pig by The Dave Matthews Band.
It’s about hope. And sometimes that’s all we have, so… don’t burn the day.
"Suicide Is Painless"
Sit on my face by Monty Python
Insane Clown Posse - "Chris Benoit" - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=574ULaCk4iE
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chris_Benoit_(song)
Smooth Sailing - Queens of the Stone Age
This song has such an incredible vibe. It was played a lot on tour after shows. In the truck, the hotel, the bar. Wherever.
Reminds me of the good days of making music and hanging out with some of my favorite people. I'd like the whole world to feel free, loved and valid all at once. Might just make a difference.
Peace Train
Same emotion?
The Dripping Tap by KGaTLW
Don't slip!
The dripping tap won't be turned off by the suits in charge of the world, and our future's hanging on by a thread
The Aglet song from Phineas and Ferb. Just to make everyone aware of the name of that plasticky end of your laces.
Parabol/Parabola by Tool. That song can bring me to tears.
1933 by Frank Turner.
The first time it was a tragedy,
The second time it's a farce.
Outside it's 1933,
So I am hitting the bars.
And I don't know what's going on anymore.
The world outside is burning with a brand new light,
But it isn't one that makes me feel warm.
Don't go mistaking your house burning down for the dawn.
Japandroids - Near To The Wild Heart Of Life
This song aggressively reminds me of the mix of anxiety and excitement I had before moving out on my own for the first time. I came from a small town, and moved to the "big city" in my province. I had never moved anywhere before, let alone without my parents. That was 15 years ago now, but this takes me right back. It's also a banger (in my opinion).
"Hey Baby" by Deadmau5 while I'm super horny.
Right Where It Belongs - Nine Inch Nails
The World Breathes With Me by Caligula's Horse
Agoraphobia by Coletta
Any Vomir song
Bloodlip, by Matduke/Veela. I don't listen to the lyrics of songs all that much so for me the emotions are driven by the melody. Something about the chorus in this one sends shivers down my spine.
Six by 311
Feed the Machine by Poor Man's PoisonI take that back, Hydra by Fit For An Autopsy is more the vibe now.
Nine sili nebesniye, Alexander Sheremetiev.
Angel in the Jungle by Seeming
Body Language by Queen
God Thinks by Aurelio Voltaire
Tiny Little Robots by Cage the Elephant.
"I know that you're tired of this
Cause you're a robot
They designed your life
But true souls said you know what's right
And you can join us on the other side"
Magenta Skycode - Kipling
A short electronic instrumental that really isn't all that complex or terribly interesting, but holds a true wealth of emotional context for me. It feels like the awkward first steps in a relationship until something clicks, and ends with a touch of melancholy to my ear.
https://youtu.be/N3_KOWG-b5E?si=v3FnEDIF6UeRKT5L
trust you
by Yuna Itou
https://www.bilibili.com/video/BV1x14y1L7fg/
Silver Morning by Brian Eno
https://youtu.be/W4Ax7gAxDf8
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=beoNy4MMHTc (flashing light warning) Feel nothing.
https://youtu.be/HRqSg2PrJpY?si=IVJ7LGUQY3XmaKvj
Rise Against - People Live Here
Einheitsfrontlied, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RhdcdZkiKRI&t=0
(Especially the 3rd verse, translated to english): "And just because he's a worker No class can free him but his own The emancipation of the working class Is the task of the worker alonе"
Nujabes: Luv Sic.
For me it'd be Better Than That by Sub-Radio.
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=qPIrWtlpCSA
Those that have spent a few years on Reddit might remember them doing live shows back when they were less known. As a band, they're basically just pure pop-punk joy, and I think people could use a little joy lately.
Just to absolutely annoy people, I'd probably go with a song I find very annoying and long. Probably something like Cannon in D, one I guarantee everybody has heard, even if they don't know the name.
Joke's on you, I fucking love Canon in D.
Jokes back on you, you said they'd feel the same emotions as the person who chose. So you would feel a song you previously loved and adored would be long and annoying. Possibly altering your feelings for the song permanently!
Toots - Spiritual Healing