Beanbag a… Read Full Bio ↴There has been more than one artist using the name Beanbag
Beanbag appeared with two tracks on the 1984 compilation LP, 'Bands That Could Be God', compiled by Gerard Cosloy of 'Conflict' fanzine. The compilation has become sought after as one of the better and more interesting compilations of US underground music of the time. The album pertained to be a selection of quality, though lesser-known underground music from Boston, Massachussetts, so presumably they were a Boston band or from thereabouts. The tracks had a 'lo-fi', though kind of 'new wave/synthpunk' sound. Two of the better-known artists on the compilation were Deep Wound and Moving Targets.
Beanbag was an Australian band that formed in 1995 and broke up in late 2002.
The group comprised core members vocalist Hans Van Vliet, guitarist Michael Mullins, bassist Phil "Hirvy" Hirvela, and drummer Phil Usher. Steven Lewis-Driver assumed the bass position when Hirvy left the band in early 2002. Jesse Palmer also filled in on guitar after Michael returned to Australia a couple months before the band's demise.
Beanbag released three albums. Guttersnipe was released independently in 1998. They also had two albums on American label Inpop Records, Free Signal (2000) and Welladjusted (2001). During their time in the United States, Beanbag toured extensively, were nominated for two GMA Awards, and had songs featured on several television soundtracks.
The band broke up after a van accident that occurred while driving back to Nashville. The driver swerved to avoid a deer on the interstate. The van and the trailer filled with their gear ended up in a ditch. Hunz was taken to the hospital where he stayed for three days with lung damage. With no vehicle, no gear, and no vocalist, they had very little choice except to disband.
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Ill minded
Beanbag Lyrics
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When all of life is tested the research benefits
I'm taking anti-matter I hammer in my brain
That evolutions, revolution, and all of man are same
This hunger is inside me my stomach is in pain
But all the answers in my world could never take away
And how I love you science I seek for you in vain
And now I'm feeling empty but I'm begging you to stay, 'cause
You would always come
You would always comfort me
You, you are just human
You are full of sin
So put your trust above and not in man
You took home this violence it was how you learnt love
Don't take it to heart but I'm finding living tough
I needed you then and how I need you now
But every time I tell you it just doesn't come out right
I don't like this silence, why can't I explain?
I never wanted this but you ignore me anyway
And how I'm eating torment it staggers in my brain
Now I'm feeling empty and I'm begging you to say
I thought that you
You would always come
You would always comfort me
You, you are just human
You are full of sin
So put your trust above and not in man
Silence I want you.
The lyrics of Beanbag's song Ill minded are an exploration of the human condition, particularly the tension between the desire for knowledge and understanding, and the limitations of human understanding. The first verse expresses a deep thirst for scientific knowledge, which is seen as a potential solution to life's challenges. The singer sees science as a way to test and refine the complexities of existence, suggesting that the process of inquiry and discovery is itself a form of transcendent experience. However, despite this pursuit of knowledge, the singer is confronted with a sense of emptiness and a nagging unease that gnaws at his stomach. He recognizes the limits of even scientific understanding, and the ways in which it can never fully satisfy the longing of the human soul. In this sense, the song is a meditation on the human search for meaning and purpose in the face of the uncertainties of the universe.
Line by Line Meaning
Immerse me in science this cursedness is blessed
I want to be fully immersed in the study of science, despite the struggles and hardships that come with it.
When all of life is tested the research benefits
Through testing and examination, scientific research can lead to great benefits for all of humanity.
I'm taking anti-matter I hammer in my brain
I am attempting to comprehend complex scientific concepts, even though it can be mentally taxing and challenging.
That evolutions, revolution, and all of man are same
In the grand scheme of things, the process of evolution and the revolutions of history are all a part of the same human experience.
This hunger is inside me my stomach is in pain
My desire to understand the world through science is so strong that it physically pains me.
But all the answers in my world could never take away
Even with all the knowledge I gain through science, there will always be unanswered questions and mysteries.
And how I love you science I seek for you in vain
I have a deep affection for science, but sometimes my pursuit of it can feel futile.
And now I'm feeling empty but I'm begging you to stay, 'cause
Even though I feel unfulfilled, I can't imagine giving up on science because it is such a vital part of who I am.
I thought that you
I believed that science
You would always come
Would always be there for me
You would always comfort me
Providing comfort through understanding and knowledge
You, you are just human
But science, like humans, is imperfect and fallible
You are full of sin
Science, like humans, is capable of making mistakes or being misguided
So put your trust above and not in man
Science should not be blindly trusted, but rather it should be weighed against other sources of knowledge and understanding.
You took home this violence it was how you learnt love
Science has been responsible for some of the most destructive weapons and technologies in human history, but it has also brought about great advancements and progress.
Don't take it to heart but I'm finding living tough
I don't mean to offend, but sometimes the struggle of trying to understand the world through science can be overwhelming and difficult to handle.
I needed you then and how I need you now
Just as I have always relied on science for answers and understanding, I continue to need it now more than ever.
But every time I tell you it just doesn't come out right
Despite my deep desire to convey my feelings towards science, I struggle to express them in a way that truly captures their complexity and depth.
I don't like this silence, why can't I explain?
The silence that comes from an inability to express one's deepest thoughts and feelings can be frustrating and isolating.
I never wanted this but you ignore me anyway
I never intended to feel this way, but I can't help but feel like science is not always listening to my questions or struggles.
And how I'm eating torment it staggers in my brain
The emotional pain and torment I feel from struggling to understand the world can be consuming and disorienting.
Now I'm feeling empty and I'm begging you to say
Despite the pain and frustration, I cannot give up my pursuit of understanding through science and am pleading for it to offer some sort of answer or guidance.
Silence I want you.
In this moment, I crave the silence and lack of distraction that might help me understand the world through science.
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