In 2004, guitarist Eddie "The Kydd" Rendini made an online statement to Digital Noise, saying:
I think it is time to let everyone know what exactly is going on with DWR. DWR is officially broken up. We all decided to follow new musical endeavors after a very long and complicated legal battle. So i just wanted to take the time to thank all of our fans for sticking with us, and support us in our new musical endeavors. As for the "Apology Accepted" album, it is currently done and we will try to put that out for all you DWR fans, as our last offering for a while. Thanks for your support... and remember its never the end.. but just always new beginnings! -Edward
After the band's breakup both Jabe and Joe started a new band called 75 Winters. They have since disbanded as well. As well around this time, Rendini joined the Jacksonville, FL band Cold, only to leave later that year.
In 2005, bassist Alex Cando joined the Louisville, KY band Five Bolt Main, featuring former Flaw vocalist Chris Volz. The band called it quits in late 2006 when Flaw made the decision to reunite. Cando then joined Flaw for their reunion tour, only to part ways with them in mid-2007. He is now playing bass for the Illinois band Silence Is Broken.
In 2009 Grimm began recording a new music project with South Florida producer Ozny, of New Era.
Grimm - emcee
Jabe - vocals
Eddie The Kydd - guitar
Alex Cando - bass
Joe Perrone - drums
Transparent
Darwin's Waiting Room Lyrics
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There's a war outside the blackboard jungle prepare for battle
Those who sleep the American dream will wake tonight
From the words I recite, shedding light with what I write
Second amendment needs amending, not a basic human right
Can't agree with what I see, it's an idiot's delight
When all injuns wanna wear the headdress
Change a little late now
That your face is down and bloodied
By my one triggered mind
Hate, enslaved to live down
Chamber's loaded I am ready
Shots sound out my cry
As apparent, you're so transparent, you don't care
It's just like you're not even there
Taking steps in reverse but it's too late to rescind
I shall finish the game and reap the whirlwind
Dead finger on the pulse of this nation, no pulsation
Firearms are growing faster than the population
Armed like octopi, preoccupied with bereavement
Growing old's become the new benchmark of our achievement
Every metropolis has turned to a necropolis
Disarm the nuclear family, stifle the rifle not the populous
Relationships are hollow as an empty casing
Time is racing, a brick wall is what we're facing
Change a little late now
That your face is down and bloodied
By my one triggered mind
Hate, enslaved to live down
Chamber's loaded I am ready
Shots sound out my cry
As apparent, you're so transparent, you don't care
It's just like you're not even there
Taking steps in reverse but it's too late to rescind
I shall finish the game and reap the whirlwind
As apparent, you're so transparent, you don't care
It's just like you're not even there
Taking steps in reverse but it's too late to rescind
I shall finish the game and reap the whirlwind
Bring that shit back
Take your life back
Back, back, back
We won't take that fuck that
As apparent, you're so transparent, you don't care
It's just like you're not even there
Taking steps in reverse but it's too late to rescind
I shall finish the game and reap the whirlwind
As apparent, you're so transparent, you don't care
It's just like you're not even there
Taking steps in reverse but it's too late to rescind
I shall finish the game and reap the whirlwind
The lyrics of Darwin's Waiting Room's song "Transparent" talk about the societal issues that were prevalent in the United States at the time the song was released. The first verse talks about the ongoing war that was happening outside the school, and how those who were sleeping in their American dream would soon wake up because of the words he is reciting that shed light on what's happening. The singer mentions that the Second Amendment needs amending because it's not a basic human right, and how he disagrees with what he sees daily.
The second verse talks about how the society has become focused on firearms, and they are growing faster than the population, leading to an increasing number of deaths. The society has become so preoccupied with weapons that people are growing old, and it's now the new benchmark of their achievements. The relationships have become empty, and they don't have any real meaning, leading to the cities turning into Necropolis.
In the chorus, the singer condemns the society for pretending to be transparent and not caring about the issues that are destroying their society. They have taken steps in reverse, and it's too late to go back, leading the singer to decide to finish the game and reap the whirlwind.
Line by Line Meaning
I emerge with a dirge, I'll speak until my death rattle
I'm here to spread a message until my dying breath.
There's a war outside the blackboard jungle prepare for battle
We are in a constant battle for our freedoms and justice.
Those who sleep the American dream will wake tonight
People need to wake up from their ignorant bliss and see the reality of society.
From the words I recite, shedding light with what I write
My words aim to bring attention to issues and reveal the truth.
Second amendment needs amending, not a basic human right
The right to bear arms has become corrupted and needs to be redefined.
Can't agree with what I see, it's an idiot's delight
I cannot condone the ignorance and foolishness of society.
When all injuns wanna wear the headdress
People want to take on the culture and traditions of others without understanding or respecting their significance.
But can we convalesce the students strike to a recess
Can we come together to resolve the issues plaguing our education system?
Dead finger on the pulse of this nation, no pulsation
Our society is stagnant and unresponsive to change.
Firearms are growing faster than the population
The prevalence of guns is increasing at an alarming rate.
Armed like octopi, preoccupied with bereavement
People are too focused on the idea of mourning and revenge, leading them to stockpile weapons for personal protection.
Growing old's become the new benchmark of our achievement
Our culture has become fixated on living long lives as a measure of success.
Every metropolis has turned to a necropolis
Our cities have become dead and lifeless, devoid of true connection and growth.
Disarm the nuclear family, stifle the rifle not the populous
Instead of taking away the freedoms of the people, we should focus on breaking down the toxic family structures that contribute to the proliferation of guns.
Relationships are hollow as an empty casing
Our connections with others lack depth and meaning.
Time is racing, a brick wall is what we're facing
Our time is limited and we are quickly approaching insurmountable obstacles.
As apparent, you're so transparent, you don't care
It's obvious that you have no concern for the issues at hand.
It's just like you're not even there
You are not present or engaged in the world around you.
Taking steps in reverse but it's too late to rescind
It's too late to backtrack on the damage that has already been done.
I shall finish the game and reap the whirlwind
I will see the fight through to the end and face the consequences.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ALEXANDER H. CANDO, EDWARD MICHAEL RENDINI, JEAN BAPTISTE-BLOT, JOSEPH STEPHEN PERRONE, MICHAEL IRVING FALK
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