Their 4th album, Reclamation, was released on February 7, 2006 by Fearless Records.
Discography:
Self-titled 7" - 1996
Un-Mery Melodies - 1997
Stay Asleep - 1999
Invitation To Tragedy - 2001
Reclamation - 2006
Mr. Asshole
Bigwig Lyrics
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Friends dropping off like flies.
Pushed to the brink how much longer did you think they'd humor your disguise?
Spend all you're life kissing ass up the corporate ladder.
Doing anything to get ahead including fucking over friends.
To make that wallet fatter.
Roll the credits to the show it's over before you know.
You sell the blood you bleed.
What's that, another threat?
Another cowardly admission it seems to me.
You claim we're not professional enough.
My apology done professionally.
Fuck you and all of what you say.
So stick who you know up your right winged ass and fuck your shallow industry.
Roll the credits to the show it's over before you know.
You sell the blood you bleed. Is this how you succeed?
Treating people as if they were your slaves.
I've been sold.
In "Mr. Asshole" by Bigwig, the lyrics tell the story of a person who has become ruthless and selfish in their quest for success. The person has sold out their morals and values, and as a result, they are losing friends and alienating those around them. The song speaks to how individuals can get caught up in their own ambitions, to the point where they become blinded by the need to succeed, and they forget about the people who helped them get there.
The lyrics describe how the person has spent their life kissing up to those in power, doing whatever it takes to climb the corporate ladder. They have even gone as far as to betray their friends to get ahead. The song questions whether this is an acceptable way to succeed, and highlights the consequences of living a life consumed by greed.
The chorus "Roll the credits to the show it's over before you know. You sell the blood you bleed. A life controlled by greed" suggests that the person's life has become nothing more than a performance, a show. They have sold themselves out and given up what really matters in life. The final line, "I've been sold," is a poignant reminder that this can happen to anyone if they're not careful.
Line by Line Meaning
You sell your soul now and there's nobody left.
You've made a deal with the devil and now you are alone.
Friends dropping off like flies.
Your deceitful actions are causing your friends to abandon you quickly.
Pushed to the brink how much longer did you think they'd humor your disguise?
Your deception has reached its limit and your friends can no longer pretend to tolerate it.
Spend all you're life kissing ass up the corporate ladder.
Your entire existence is dedicated to sucking up to your superiors in order to climb the corporate hierarchy.
Doing anything to get ahead including fucking over friends.
You are willing to do whatever it takes to advance your position, even if it means betraying those closest to you.
To make that wallet fatter.
Your sole motivation is to accumulate wealth.
Roll the credits to the show it's over before you know.
Your life is a performance that will come to an end before you realize it.
You sell the blood you bleed.
You are willing to sacrifice anything, even your own blood, in pursuit of financial gain.
A life controlled by greed.
Your life is defined by an insatiable desire for material possessions.
What's that, another threat?
You use intimidation and threats to maintain your power and control.
Another cowardly admission it seems to me.
Your latest confession reveals your lack of courage and character.
You claim we're not professional enough.
You accuse others of not meeting your standards of professionalism.
My apology done professionally.
I apologize in a genuine and heartfelt manner.
Fuck you and all of what you say.
I reject your words and everything you stand for.
So stick who you know up your right winged ass and fuck your shallow industry.
Your connections and political views mean nothing to me, and I refuse to participate in your superficial industry.
Is this how you succeed? Treating people as if they were your slaves.
Your success is based on oppressive behavior towards others, treating them as if they are inferior and dependent on you.
I've been sold.
I recognize the corrupt nature of your actions and I want no part in it.
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