The band has been pounding the pavement hard since their formation in 2001, touring furiously and earning themselves a cult-like following across the US and Canada. Playing a hybrid style of thrash, metal, sludge, grind and punk, Ed Gein, who call Syracuse, NY home, use their self-described "angry-noise punk" style as a means to deliver their politically and socially charged message. "It's all a matter of being aware and thinking for yourself," says Jenkins. "A 'Judas-goat' is an older animal at a slaughter-house trained to lead the other animals to slaughter. In exchange, the animal is taken care of almost like a family pet until they are no longer of use. A large portion of the world's population falls into one of the unfortunate categories of either being a betrayer or one of the millions of mindless, resource-eating followers."
The band takes influence from such bands as Coalesce and Pig Destroyer.
Killing a Co-Worker
Ed Gein Lyrics
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The lyrics to Ed Gein's song "Killing a Co-Worker" convey a strong sense of disapproval towards those who speak just for the sake of hearing themselves. The opening line, "Wise men talk because they have something to say, fools talk because they have to say something," is a common proverb that suggests that being a wise speaker entails having something substantial to communicate. The following lines, "Which one are you? I'm no sage, but I'm no fool either," suggest that the singer recognizes the importance of saying meaningful things but doesn't claim to be a wise person. The subsequent line, "Now shut your mouth and do your job," implies that the singer expects their co-worker to be quiet and focus on their job - a sign that the co-worker is likely not doing their job to the singer's satisfaction.
The last line of the lyrics, "Because so far you haven't said anything worth saying," is a clear indication that the singer is frustrated with their co-worker's performance. The line might suggest that the singer is impatient or unsympathetic to their co-worker's struggles or inexperienced nature, and that they view their co-worker's speech as unimportant. The overall tone of the lyrics is quite harsh, and the use of the word "killing" in the song title might suggest a desire to eliminate the source of the singer's frustration.
Line by Line Meaning
Wise men talk because they have something to say, fools talk because they have to say something.
People who are knowledgeable and wise speak when they have valuable ideas to share, while those who lack wisdom speak unnecessarily. Which type are you? As for me, I'm not a wise person, nor am I a foolish one. Therefore, it would be better for you to quit talking and focus on your work since you've yet to say anything worthwhile.
now shut your mouth and do your job.
Stop talking and concentrate on fulfilling your duties.
because so far you haven't said anything worth saying.
Until now, you haven't expressed any ideas that have any value or purpose.
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