Turcotte opened his website in 2002 with the intention of producing "open source music". His self-produced single, Brad Sucks One, included the audio source files used to create the finished files, and later he posted these source files to his website along with the MP3s.
Turcotte waives all rights to his songs, essentially making them public domain. This total freedom allows him to promote his music through sites such as Magnatune and ccMixter, as well as Myspace and Podsafe. Since he was one of the first to make this decision, he also received free publicity through blogs and interviews in free culture magazines. His first full CD, I Don't Know What I'm Doing, was released both through Magnatune and a limited "professional" printing from his own website.
Turcotte also runs the website stripcreator.com , which allows participants to create their own talking-head webcomics. He is also the creator of in4mador. He is also listed on Sellaband, a website where artists co-ordinate raising money to record an album.
Official site: www.bradsucks.net/
Jamendo page: https://www.jamendo.com/artist/1333/brad-sucks
Overreacting
Brad Sucks Lyrics
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and you think you'd be better off alone
when you think there's no reason to try
and you hate yourself and wanna die
when you're filled with anxiety
and everyone's your enemy
when you wish you were someone else
ooh you're overreacting
(you can change your mind)
ooh you're overreacting
(take your time)
when you get yourself depressed
because you think you can't do your best
when you write yourself a stupid song
to remind yourself that you forgot
the words all along
These lyrics describe the feeling of being lost, alone, and overwhelmed with negative emotions. The singer feels like there is no place they belong and that they would be better off without anyone else. They feel like there is no point in trying and they hate themselves and want to die. These intense negative emotions lead to anxiety and feeling like everyone is against them. The singer wishes they were someone else and contemplates suicide.
However, the chorus offers a glimmer of hope. The singer is overreacting and they can change their mind. They just need to take their time and not rush into any decisions. The second verse talks about getting depressed because of the feeling of not being able to do their best. The singer even writes a stupid song to remind themself of what they forgot. The song ends with the chorus reminding the listener that they are overreacting and that they have the power to change their mind.
Overall, this song speaks to the struggles of mental health and the importance of taking the time to work through negative emotions. It encourages the listener to take their time and not rush into any decisions.
Line by Line Meaning
when there's no place you feel at home
When you don't feel comfortable or accepted anywhere you go.
and you think you'd be better off alone
When you believe that being alone is better than being in the company of others.
when you think there's no reason to try
When you feel like there is no point in putting in effort into anything.
and you hate yourself and wanna die
When you feel immense self-loathing and want to end your life.
when you're filled with anxiety
When you feel an overwhelming sense of nervousness or unease.
and everyone's your enemy
When you feel like those around you are against you.
when you wish you were someone else
When you desire to be a different person with different circumstances.
and you wanna go out and kill yourself
When you have suicidal thoughts.
ooh you're overreacting
The singer is acknowledging that the listener's feelings are strong but urging them not to act on them.
(you can change your mind)
The singer offers reassurance that thoughts and feelings can change over time.
ooh you're overreacting
Repeating the earlier sentiment to remind the listener to not act rashly.
(take your time)
The singer is encouraging the listener to be patient with themselves and their emotions.
when you get yourself depressed
When you fall into a state of sadness or hopelessness.
because you think you can't do your best
When you believe that you are not capable of performing well.
when you write yourself a stupid song
When you turn to creative outlets as a way to cope with feelings of negativity.
to remind yourself that you forgot
To remind oneself of something that was previously forgotten or ignored.
Contributed by Mila G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@gentleusurper4778
i can't even begin to explain how much this album saved my life
@gentleusurper4778
I'm still here is a good start
@bradsucks
Happy you hung in there!
@danyzorando3579
i've been listening to this song since 2007! and I just can't get enough.
@jesterdan
same, cant believe its been that long dude. Feels just like yesterday.
@julionada7514
Ouço desde 2004, clássico!
@sealmcneal4036
first brad sucks song i ever heard
@deojuvante5160
First song I heard was fluoride, still one of my favorites.
@lossantos7942
this upload is new