Clawjob's last release, an EP called Manifest Destiny, is focused on 19th-century American history and totally doing whatever awful thing you want without any regard for the well-being of others. Manifest Destiny was Clawjob's first release since their 2006 debut full-length album, Space Crackers, a science fiction rock opera that adroitly addresses the complex subjects of love, mortality, science, and ravenous alien assault.
Clawjob formed in 2000 in Boston, Massachusetts. The two members of Clawjob are Mike Gintz, formerly of Clickers, and Nick Burgess. The two formerly played Mega Man soundtrack covers as the unimaginatively-named Project X. The live version of Clawjob usually included various other musicians from the Boston independent music scene, including members of Tristan Da Cunha and Night Rally, but was occasionally stripped down to the two core members as a guitar/drums duo.
Clawjob effectively ceased operations in 2008; both members went on to start a new band called Hex Map.
Free music from Clawjob is available for download at the official Clawjob website.
Welcome to Space School
Clawjob Lyrics
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Where you will work hard, pushing the boundaries of snack food sciences and products in the next century.
DR. O: I am your headmaster, my name is Dr. O;
I was a soldier in the war that ended forty years before this day.
The world back then was dangerous and violent.
Fighting off the bird-people restored our sense of shared cultural heritage.
After the war, all nations joined as one to form a prosperous and wise global community.
SPACE SCHOOL FACULTY: And now we'd like to introduce you to the top two graduating seniors of Space School!
JULIAN: My name is Julian. I wrote my thesis on the subatomic structure of crackers.
I worked hard; now I am salutatorian, and I've received a grant for further research.
MADELEINE: My name is Madeleine. I'm joining Julian for the research in space.
I wish you all the best on every quiz and test. Space School's a wonderful place!
GREG: My name is Greg. They didn't introduce me. My grades were less than great. My looks will not seduce thee.
If I could get a chance to take Julian's place, and be alone, with Madeleine, in space...
The song "Welcome to Space School" by Clawjob provides an imaginative and humorous take on the concept of a school located in outer space, with its faculty focusing on the effects of anti-gravity on snack foods. The song begins with the Space School faculty welcoming the students and introducing them to the rigorous coursework and research that they will be conducting in the field of snack food science. This introduction is followed by the headmaster, Dr. O, who reveals that he was a soldier in a past war that ended forty years prior to the current day. He explains that the world used to be a dangerous and violent place, but after the war, all nations joined together to form a prosperous global community that values shared cultural heritage.
After Dr. O finishes his introduction, the top two graduating seniors are introduced, Julian and Madeleine. Julian, the salutatorian, wrote his thesis on the subatomic structure of crackers and has received a grant for further research. Madeleine, joining Julian on his research in space, wishes everyone the best on every quiz and test. The lyrics are tongue-in-cheek, as they blend the gravity of war and scientific research with the frivolity of snack foods, providing a smart satire on the current state of education and science education in a world where people value more and more generic and shortcut foods.
Overall, "Welcome to Space School" provides a new perspective on the importance of scientific research, focusing not just on the "serious" topics but also the ones that delight people. The lyrics reflect the importance of pushing boundaries, thinking outside the box and using the power of imagination to inspire scientific innovation.
Line by Line Meaning
Welcome to Space School, where you will study the effects of anti-gravity on snack foods!
At Space School, you will learn about the impact of zero-gravity on snacks and be part of creating new snack products.
Where you will work hard, pushing the boundaries of snack food sciences and products in the next century.
You will work diligently to advance the field of snack food research and technology for future generations at Space School.
I am your headmaster, my name is Dr. O;
Dr. O is the head of Space School and will lead you in your academic career in space studies.
I was a soldier in the war that ended forty years before this day.
Dr. O fought in a war that ended forty years ago and saw how dangerous and hostile the world was.
The world back then was dangerous and violent.
In the past, the world was full of danger and violence.
Fighting off the bird-people restored our sense of shared cultural heritage.
Defeating the bird-like creatures in the war helped bring people together and restore a shared sense of cultural heritage.
After the war, all nations joined as one to form a prosperous and wise global community.
Following the war, all nations came together to form a prosperous and wise global community.
And now we'd like to introduce you to the top two graduating seniors of Space School!
The faculty of Space School will now introduce the two top graduating students who have excelled in their academic pursuits.
My name is Julian. I wrote my thesis on the subatomic structure of crackers.
Julian is a top student who wrote his thesis on the subatomic composition of crackers.
I worked hard; now I am salutatorian, and I've received a grant for further research.
Julian worked diligently and as a result, he achieved the second-highest rank in his class and got a grant for continued research.
My name is Madeleine. I'm joining Julian for the research in space.
Madeleine is also a top student who will be working with Julian on space research.
I wish you all the best on every quiz and test. Space School's a wonderful place!
Madeleine wishes everyone success in their academic endeavors and believes Space School is a fantastic place to be.
My name is Greg. They didn't introduce me. My grades were less than great. My looks will not seduce thee.
Greg feels left out as he was not introduced by the faculty due to his subpar grades and unremarkable appearance.
If I could get a chance to take Julian's place, and be alone, with Madeleine, in space...
Greg wishes he could switch places with Julian and join Madeleine on their space research in the hopes of being alone with her.
Contributed by Isaiah W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.