Taking their name from a '60s horror film (via an obscure English thrash band) and taking their cues from the likes of Sabbath, Maiden, Trouble, Danzig, Celtic Frost, Grand Funk and ZZ Top, the band started taking the cause to people. Debuting in November 2002 supporting Cathedral and Electric Wizard, after being together for a mere two months, the band soon made a name for themselves playing with the cream of heavy bands; including Mastodon, Brant Bjork, High on Fire, Grand Magus, Bongzilla, Orange Goblin, Firebird, Alabama Thunderpussy; and Conquest of Steel.
The Demo they released at the time of their debut gig (16-17) received rave reviews, the best of which was the coveted "Demo of the Month" in the February 2003 edition of Metal Hammer. Toward the end of 2003 they released a self financed EP "For the Sake of Clarity", which received warm reviews around the world.
While 2004 saw a slow start due to an unfortunate combination of Seamus' hand and the tarmac, the year has seen the band writing and road-testing more and more material which they hoped to use for a debut album in 2005.
Master Plan
Blood Island Raiders Lyrics
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It's always better to discover
The fake Rolex on my arm
Is no match for my sweet charm
Now you will discover
That I am one bad mutha
But I'm one with a plan
Yes you will
Do you think you've got what it takes?
What if I increased the stakes?
Do you think you'll see it through?
Coz I won't go easy on you
I'm the man
With the plan
I'm the man
I got plans
I'm the man
In the band
I'm the man
And I got my fucking?
Yes I do
The lyrics of the song "Master Plan" by Blood Island Raiders express the singer's confidence in himself and his abilities. He advises the listener not to judge him by his appearance, as he wears a fake Rolex but possesses a charming personality. The singer reveals that he is a tough person with a plan, and if someone wants to challenge him, he won't go easy on them. He is the man in the band, and he has a master plan that he intends to follow through.
These lyrics suggest the idea of the importance of self-confidence in achieving one's goals. The singer is aware of his abilities, and he is not afraid to put them to the test. He advises the listener to do the same, to have faith in oneself and not to underestimate oneself based on outer appearances.
Line by Line Meaning
Never judge a book by its cover
Don't make assumptions based only on appearances
It's always better to discover
It's better to take the time to truly learn about someone or something
The fake Rolex on my arm
Even though I may appear to be wearing a Rolex watch, it's not real
Is no match for my sweet charm
My charisma is more powerful than any material possession I may have
Now you will discover
You will soon find out for yourself
That I am one bad mutha
I am a very skilled and dangerous person
But I'm one with a plan
I have a strategic approach to my actions and decisions
And you'll find out I'm all man
You'll see that I am a real man, strong and capable
Yes you will
You will definitely see for yourself
Do you think you've got what it takes?
Do you think you have the skills and abilities needed for the task at hand?
What if I increased the stakes?
What if I made the challenge even more difficult?
Do you think you'll see it through?
Do you think you have the commitment and determination to complete the task?
Coz I won't go easy on you
Because I won't make it easy for you
I'm the man
I am the one in control and in charge
With the plan
With a clear strategy and approach
I got plans
I have multiple plans and courses of action
In the band
As a member of this musical group
And I got my fucking?
Unclear meaning or possibly a vulgar and aggressive statement
Yes I do
I am confident in my abilities and plans
Contributed by Peyton W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.