Biffy, as they are often referred to, utilise a quiet/loud dynamic, constructing songs that can range from a whisper-quiet pick on the guitar, to huge walls of noise with massive distortion and crashing drums. Their sound has simplified somewhat in recent times yet still occasionally contains complex time signatures and heavy riffs. While Simon Neil sings lead, all three members provide vocals. "'Mon the Biffy!" is a well known chant amongst Biffy fans; it is usually shouted in between songs at gigs, or before the band come on stage. Some fans have reacted poorly to the band's recent output.
The first incarnation of what would eventually become Biffy Clyro was formed in 1995 by fifteen-year-old Irvine-born, Ayr-raised guitarist Simon Neil, who recruited Kilmarnock-born Ben Johnston and someone known only as Barry on drums and bass respectively, calling themselves Screwfish. Barry was soon replaced by James Johnston, Ben's twin brother, and the three spent the next two years rehearsing, writing and covering songs. In 1997, they played their first gig as the support for a band called Pink Kross at a local youth centre. The trio then moved to Glasgow, where Neil went to the University of Glasgow and the Johnston twins went to Stow College, studying Electronics with Music and Audio Engineering respectively.They then progressed onto the bigger stage
After playing gigs around Glasgow and receiving positive and enthusiastic reactions from the audiences, the band were spotted by Dee Bahl, who soon became their manager. Bahl offered them a chance to release an independent single on Aereogramme's Babi Yaga record label. "Iname" was released on 28 June 1999, and led to the band being chosen by Stow College's Electric Honey record label to release a record. thekidswhopoptodaywillrocktomorrow... was released on 13 June 2000, and after hearing it, BBC Radio Scotland DJ Vic Galloway gave the band airplay. A few days prior to the release of thekidswho..., the band were spotted at the Unsigned Bands stage at T in the Park 2000 by a Beggars Banquet representative. Soon after, the band was signed to the independent Beggar's Banquet, and on 30 October 2000, they re-recorded and released the single, "27", which became Kerrang!'s Single Of The Week.
On 1 October 2001, one of the songs from thekidswho... was re-recorded and released as a single, "Justboy". This was repeated on 4 February 2002, when the song "57" was released. On 11 March, the band's debut album, Blackened Sky, was released to generally positive reviews. It was around this time that the band began touring extensively, including being the support for Weezer on 20 March at the Barrowlands in Glasgow. On 15 July, the fourth single from the album, "Joy.Discovery.Invention" was released as a double A-side with a newly recorded song, entitled "Toys, Toys, Toys, Choke, Toys, Toys, Toys", which later appeared on The Vertigo of Bliss.
In 2003, the band retreated to the Linford Manor recording studio in Great Linford, Milton Keynes, England to record the follow-up to Blackened Sky. On 24 March, a new single was released entitled, "The Ideal Height", followed by another new single entitled "Questions and Answers" on 28 May. The band's second album, The Vertigo of Bliss was released on 16 June, to positive reviews, which focused on the more experimental style of the album in comparison to Blackened Sky, as well as the introduction of string sections.
In 2004, after touring relentlessly for The Vertigo of Bliss, the band retreated to Monnow Valley Studios in Monmouth, Wales to record a follow-up. As with the previous album, two singles were released before the actual album; "Glitter and Trauma" and "My Recovery Injection" on 9 August and 20 September, respectively. A digital download was also released; "There's No Such Thing As A Jaggy Snake", on 31 May. On 4 October, the band's third album, Infinity Land was released, and on 14 February 2005, the last single from the album, "Only One Word Comes To Mind" was released. On 16 February, the band performed a cover of Franz Ferdinand's "Take Me Out" live from Maida Vale on Zane Lowe's BBC Radio 1 show. Simon Neil's side project, Marmaduke Duke, also released an album in 2005, The Magnificent Duke, and toured the UK, along with the Johnston twins accompanying on bass and drums, for it.
In 2006, Biffy Clyro left Beggars Banquet and signed a deal with 14th Floor, an offshoot of Warner Bros. In June, the band contributed a cover of Weezer's "Buddy Holly" to Kerrang!'s High Voltage!: A Brief History of Rock, which came free with Issue #1110 of the magazine. In September, the band moved temporarily to Canada to record their fourth album at The Warehouse Studio in Vancouver, and The Farm Studio in Gibsons, which they finished doing in November. The song "Semi-Mental" was released as a digital download on 25 December. In 2007, the song "Saturday Superhouse" was released on 14 May, where it reached #13 on the UK Singles Chart; the band's highest single chart position to date. On 14 May, the song "Living is a Problem Because Everything Dies" was released, reaching #19 on the UK Singles Charts. On 21 May, Biffy were confirmed for T in the Park 2007, as well as being announced as one of the support bands for the 17 June gig at the new Wembley Stadium for Muse. On 1 June, Biffy were confirmed for Glastonbury 2007. On 4 June, Puzzle was released to critical acclaim, and eventually helped the band to reach their highest UK Albums Chart position ever, reaching #2 in the first week of release. On 6 June it was announced that Biffy were to support The Who at Marlay Park in Ireland. On 12 June, it was announced that "Folding Stars" was released as a single on July 16. On the 23rd of August 2007, Biffy Clyro were announced as the support act for the Red Hot Chilli Peppers at Hampden Stadium in Glasgow, for the Stadium Arcadium tour.
Get Fucked Stud
Biffy Clyro Lyrics
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Now somebody is asking when you will disappear
You have to believe yourself to be happy now
You can't reply on someone else to be happy
Get fucked stud it's time to kill
Only you see the sunset on amphetamines
All hands on the courtesy cunt
Get fucked stud I know you will burn in hell
For pretending to be the god of all men
I demand of you
Pretend to burn in hell to be
The god of all well follow me
You're fucking right.
I'm all at sea
My teeth are made of baby hair
The skyline is burning red so we'll all go down
Follow my head to survive
'Cause it won't take us long to come round
The skyline is burning red so we'll all go down
Follow my head to survive
'Cause it won't take us long to come round
Get fucked stud it's time to kill
Only you see the sunset on amphetamines
The skyline is burning red so we'll all go down
Follow my head to survive
'Cause it won't take us long to come round
The lyrics of Biffy Clyro's song Get Fucked Stud are cryptic yet intense, describing a person's inner turmoil and their need to believe in themselves to be happy. The opening lyrics, "Oh my distorted smile will tighten its grip / Now somebody is asking when you will disappear" seem to convey a sense of desperation and anxiety, with the singer battling inner demons that manifest externally as a distorted smile. The line "somebody is asking when you will disappear" may refer to the singer's own wish to disappear or to outside pressures to conform and disappear into the background. Throughout the song, the singer's anger and frustration with societal norms and expectations are evident, with lines like "Get fucked stud it's time to kill" and "For pretending to be the god of all men / I demand of you / Pretend to burn in hell to be / The god of all well follow me" indicating a desire to overthrow established hierarchies and create a new order.
The second verse of the song continues with references to drugs, with the line "Only you see the sunset on amphetamines" possibly indicating a sense of isolation from others and a reliance on drugs to feel better. The use of vulgar language and references to burning in hell further convey a sense of anger and rebellion, with the singer urging others to support their cause. The repeated reference to the burning red skyline and the need to follow the singer's head to survive suggest an impending sense of doom, with the singer believing that only by sticking together can they hope to survive whatever calamity is about to befall them.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh my distorted smile will tighten its grip
My forced smile is becoming more and more difficult to maintain
Now somebody is asking when you will disappear
People are starting to wonder when you'll go away because you're not wanted
You have to believe yourself to be happy now
Happiness comes from within and you need to believe in yourself to achieve it
You can't rely on someone else to be happy
Your happiness shouldn't depend on anyone else but yourself
Get fucked stud it's time to kill
It's time to take action and get rid of what's holding you back
Only you see the sunset on amphetamines
You're the only one experiencing life in an altered state
All hands on the courtesy cunt
Everyone needs to pitch in and help out
Get fucked stud I know you will burn in hell
You'll face consequences for pretending to be someone you're not
For pretending to be the god of all men
Acting superior to others and trying to control them is not acceptable
I demand of you
I expect you to do what I'm about to say
Pretend to burn in hell to be
Act as if you're facing consequences for your actions to become
The god of all well follow me
Be a true leader and follow my example
You're fucking right.
You're absolutely correct
I'm all at sea
I'm confused and don't know what to do
My teeth are made of baby hair
I'm weak and vulnerable
The skyline is burning red so we'll all go down
Things are falling apart and we'll all suffer the consequences
Follow my head to survive
Follow my guidance to make it through this tough time
'Cause it won't take us long to come round
We'll recover from this quickly and come out stronger
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: SIMON ALEXANDER NEIL
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@matthewbryan2251
Easily one of their best - what a tune
@gozeros7611
I love this album so much.
They opened up for QOTSA 2007, been a big fan ever since.
Mon The Biffy.
@gonzalofernandez2773
Biffy Clyro have the best guitars songs ever
@MartiniSaysNo
They have some great imaginative riffs.
@Takkun1138
Ya know, this really is the best way to describe Biffy Clyro
@onyxserenitatem7636
I never really see people talk about this when talking about puzzles. This song is underrated
@milkglassfairy7641
One of my favourites. This whole album reminds me of rehab cos I listened to it on repeat when I was there.
@elftower907
Bless ya x
@unindocDREWnated
You still sober?
@milkglassfairy7641
@@unindocDREWnated yep. 4 years clean :)