Belvedere is a canadian melodic punk/hardcore band formed in 1995. Original… Read Full Bio ↴Belvedere is a canadian melodic punk/hardcore band formed in 1995. Originally not meant to play a show, they gained a cult following in Canada's punk scene. Known for their blazing technical speed and melodic vocals, the band also appeared on the Warped Tour and Groezrock Festival bills.
Taking their name from the '80s sitcom, Belvedere began in Calgary, Alberta, Canada in 1995 as the three-piece of Steve Rawles (guitar/vocals), Brock (bass), and Dan Hrynuik (drums).

As the years progressed along with their revolving lineup, Belvedere remained with their melodic pop-punk sound that looked up to the likes of Bad Religion and NOFX. Eventually recruiting second guitarist Scott Solo, replacement drummer Jay Hollywood, and a replacement bassist Jaison Synclair, the quartet released their debut album, "Because No One Stopped Us", in 1998 through Hourglass and 206 Records. After spending most of 1999 on the road, along with Bad Religion and Strung Out, for a stint -- 206 Records put out Belvedere's follow-up album, "Angels Live in My Town", in early 2000. In 2001, the Montreal imprint Union 2112 released "Twas Hell Said Former Child", Belvedere's proper second album that coincided their first ever European tour. A split release with Downway, "Hometown Advantage", was issued in 2003. When it came time to recovene for another studio album, Belvedere joined producer Blair Calibaba (Sum 41) in Calgary for the recording of "Fast Forward Eats the Tape". Shared dates with Death by Stereo, Tsunami Bomb and Misconduct followed in Spring 2004. The band broke up in late 2005, playing their last show to their hometown Calgary crowd in November.

On November 2011, the band's official Facebook page announced that the band was going to get together again for a couple of shows the next year, wich included two shows in Europe (playing their first show in Paris and appearing again at GroezRock after seven years), then five in Canada, three in Brazil and one again in Canada, in Vancouver, on June 16th. Being at first that their final show, it was later announced that they'll appear in another final event in Guelph, Canada, on September the 1st 2012, with fellow punkrockers The Fullblast, also reuniting for the ocasion, Grade and Moneen.

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Subhuman Nature
Belvedere Lyrics

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Fuck you, will be message number one
With several clever jabs to follow that one
So sit there smirking you waste of skin
This time we've seen enough,
It's the nature of your deficiency, ridicule, ignorance

Oh it's so unfair, are you feeling persecuted
Funny it's amazing how negativity retreats

So dye your hair now, raise your gauge
'Cause we've,
We've seen enough this time we've had enough
It's the nature of your deficiency

I know you'll follow the next wave,
I know you'll jump on the next craze
I know you'll follow the next wave

Read the, right, magazines
And shove them up your ass
'Cause we've, we've seen enough

This is a call to appreciate,
The notes, ideas, not the mimicry
The fashion, lies or accessories

I know, I know

Overall Meaning

the words may come off as aggressive, but the message behind Belvedere's "Subhuman Nature" is actually quite insightful. The song is directed towards those who ridicule and criticize others due to their own insecurities and ignorance. The opening line, "Fuck you, will be message number one," sets the tone for the rest of the song, with the band speaking up against those who make others feel inferior. The lyrics discuss how it's common for people to follow societal trends and jump on the next big thing, without truly thinking for themselves. The band encourages listeners to appreciate originality and creativity, rather than just following the crowd.

Throughout the song, there are references to physical appearance, such as dying hair and raising gauges. These lyrics can be seen as a nod to the punk subculture, which often places emphasis on self-expression through unique fashion choices. Overall, "Subhuman Nature" is a call to action to reject negativity and encourage individuality instead of conformity.

Line by Line Meaning

Fuck you, will be message number one
The first thing we want to say is that we don't like you.

With several clever jabs to follow that one
We have a lot of insults prepared for you.

So sit there smirking you waste of skin
You may think you're clever, but you're just a worthless person.

This time we've seen enough,
We've put up with your behavior for too long.

It's the nature of your deficiency, ridicule, ignorance
Your behavior is a result of your own flaws, and it's pathetic.

Oh it's so unfair, are you feeling persecuted
You may feel like you're being unfairly targeted, but that's just a reflection of your own actions.

Funny it's amazing how negativity retreats
When you stop being negative, you'll be amazed how much better your life becomes.

So dye your hair now, raise your gauge
Changing your appearance won't fix your underlying problems.

'Cause we've, We've seen enough this time we've had enough It's the nature of your deficiency
We're tired of dealing with you because you're incapable of being a decent person.

I know you'll follow the next wave,
We expect you to blindly follow whatever trend comes next.

I know you'll jump on the next craze
You have no sense of individuality and will latch onto whatever is popular at the moment.

Read the, right, magazines And shove them up your ass
Stop mindlessly consuming media and think for yourself.

'Cause we've, we've seen enough
We've reached our limit with your behavior.

This is a call to appreciate, The notes, ideas, not the mimicry The fashion, lies or accessories
We're urging people to value originality and creativity over copying others.

I know, I know
We're aware that not everyone will heed our advice.

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