1. An alterna… Read Full Bio ↴There are two artists that have used the name Electric Six
1. An alternative rock band from the United States
2. A musical group from South Africa
1. Electric Six is a six-piece Detroit-based rock band consisting of Dick Valentine (vocals), Tait Nucleus? (synthesizers), Johhny Na$hinal (guitar), Da Ve (guitar), Percussion World (drums), and Smorgasboard (bass) who play a mix of rock, funk and disco.
The band's first notorious formation comprised Valentine, Rock and Roll Indian (guitar), Surge Joebot (guitar), Disco (bass, former member of Detroit Cobras), and M (drums). Dick Valentine (real name Tyler Spencer) has always been the primary songwriter (both music and lyrics) of Electric Six, currently and under their former incarnation, when they were known as the Wildbunch. During the band's temporary split at the end of the 1990s, Spencer formed his own band called The Dirty Shame and released one CD entitled Smog Cutter Love Story which featured, among other tracks, a first version of Fire track "Vengeance and Fashion". The band reformed by 2001 to record and release the first release of 'Danger! High Voltage' and record the track 'Dealin' With Death N' Stealin' In The Name Of The Lord' with Troy Gregory for his Sybil album.
Electric Six fuses rock and punk with the laid-back funky rhythms and falsetto vocals of disco, and a distinctly comic touch. However, they tend to reject such genre classifications as disco-metal and disco punk. They formed the band in 1996 and were initially known as The Wildbunch, eventually dropping that name due to pressure from the Bristol trip-hop collection of the same name. Throughout the latter half of the '90s, they played about once a month at the Magic Bag in Ferndale, Magic Stick, and the now-defunct Gold Dollar in Detroit, the center of a scene that produced breakout acts like the White Stripes.
Electric Six's 2002 breakout single "Danger! High Voltage" was an infectious dance-rock number, and Jack White from The White Stripes helped sing back up vocals to this track. White has denied this, though Spencer has confirmed it in several interviews. The single reached number 2 on the UK singles chart, and they enjoy icon status in that nation.
Their second single, "Gay Bar", released in 2003, became a hit as well in the UK, reaching #5 in the charts and further aided the group's growth. Curiously, in the American Radio Edit of this track, The words "Nuclear War" are censored with whip-crack sound effects. After fulfilling their recording duties (namely their debut album) three members left in June, leaving Dick Valentine, Tait Nucleus? (synthesizer), and M.
The Colonel (Zach Shipps, guitar, ex-member of Brendan Benson and Mood Elevator), John R Dequindre (guitar and whose stage name is a combination of two Detroit streets) and Frank Lloyd Bonaventure (bass) subsequently joined the group, though they had all been credited on the album and most had been associated with the group for some time. At that time, they were touring in the UK, and they managed to seamlessly replace the members without interrupting the gigs. In time, Johnny Na$hinal joined the group on guitar, Dequindre switched to bass, and Bonaventure switched to law school.
The band's sophomore album, Señor Smoke, was released in the UK on February 14, 2005. Percussion World replaced M on drums around the same time.
The first single from the album put the band at the center of controversy, especially with Queen fans following a cover of the Queen hit song "Radio Ga Ga". The controversial music video shows lead singer Dick Valentine as the ghost of Queen's flamboyant lead singer Freddie Mercury and a backing band of poodles. Queen drummer Roger Taylor, who wrote the song, said that he was "unimpressed" with the video; however, Queen guitarist Brian May reportedly liked it. Electric Six claims they were contractually obligated to commit the song to the album. Issues with Warner Brothers caused a switch to Metropolis Records, who released Señor Smoke in the US.
Switzerland was released in September 2006. A plethora of videos have also been released, and a fan contribution contest led to the video for the single "I Buy the Drugs."
I Shall Exterminate Everything Around Me That Restricts Me From Being the Master was released in October 2007. Their next album, titled Flashy, was released in October 2008. In October 2009, their sixth album, KILL, was released. The 7th album, Zodiac was released on September 28, 2010, with one tour-exclusive single ("Jam it in the Hole") and the 8th, Heartbeats and Brainwaves, on October 11th 2011.
A double live album is set for release in 2012.
2. Electric Six was a Soweto-based South African combo active in the 1960s and 1970s
I Belong In A Factory
Electric Six Lyrics
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I'm just one of the busy bees
Buzzing in time to the one two threes
Doing heavy lifting that destroyed my knees
Kids today they never say please
But todays angry youth ain't angry enough for me
I'm being all I can be on a working mans salary
I belong in a factory
Maybe one day I'll take a day off or three
And I'll build you a house in a tree
So you can look down as the factory con-
Sumed me
In due time you will come to see
There is nothing wrong with you
That's not wrong with me
With everybody here stepping on my beard
It's a wonder that both ends always meet
But we separate the chaff from the wheat
Todays middle class is just so bourgeoisie
And I'm picking up my disease
On my working mans salary
I belong in a factory
Maybe one day I'll get my foreman to see
That productivity is going up in the factory be-
Cause of me
Once I was led to believe that you'd return
And come back to me
Working the earth and planting our seeds
Growing alfalfa, carrots and peas
Now my heart it just bleeds
And bleeds and bleeds
Ever since you felt the need to open your mouth
And sneeze all over my working mans salary
I belong in a factory
Maybe one day when it's under lock and key
We can start a colony
For people who used to be people in the factory
Like me
Let's hear it for the factory
The only thing that understood me truly
Made a factory man out of me
Three cheers for the factory
Go factory
The lyrics to Electric Six's song "I Belong In A Factory" seem to be expressing a sense of identity and purpose for the singer. The opening lines suggest a feeling of being just one worker among many, following a strict rhythm and routine in their job. The mention of heavy lifting and destroyed knees implies a physically demanding and potentially labor-intensive occupation.
The song also touches on the dissatisfaction with the younger generation and their lack of anger, contrasting it with the singer's own strong work ethic. The line "I'm being all I can be on a working man's salary" highlights the pride in their work and the dedication to their job.
The chorus repeats the desire to belong in a factory, hinting at a deep sense of purpose and fulfillment that the singer finds in their occupation. The mention of taking a day off and building a house in a tree suggests a longing for escape or respite, while still being connected to the factory.
The following verses touch on themes of discontent and frustration with societal expectations and the seemingly mundane middle-class lifestyle. The mention of stepping on the singer's beard may symbolize feeling disrespected or overlooked. The repeated phrase "on my working man's salary" emphasizes the importance of their job and the sacrifices they make.
The final verse brings up a sense of loss and heartbreak, perhaps referring to a failed relationship where the other person left or changed. The mention of working the earth and planting seeds contrasts with the factory setting, hinting at a longing for a simpler and more connected life. However, the mention of the person sneezing over the singer's salary implies that their dedication to work is still a priority, and their heart continues to "bleed" for their job.
Overall, the lyrics of "I Belong In A Factory" seem to convey a sense of pride and purpose in one's work, while also expressing frustration with societal expectations and a longing for a different way of life.
Line by Line Meaning
Life in 360 degrees
Living a complete and all-encompassing life
I'm just one of the busy bees
I am simply one of the hardworking individuals
Buzzing in time to the one two threes
Working rhythmically and efficiently
Doing heavy lifting that destroyed my knees
Engaging in physically demanding labor that caused damage to my knees
Kids today they never say please
The younger generation lacks politeness and respect
But todays angry youth ain't angry enough for me
The current generation's anger and rebellion does not satisfy me
I'm being all I can be on a working mans salary
I am giving my best effort despite being paid a modest salary
I belong in a factory
My true place is in an industrial setting
Maybe one day I'll take a day off or three
Perhaps, in the future, I can afford to take a few days off
And I'll build you a house in a tree
I will construct a unique and special home for you
So you can look down as the factory con-
You can observe the factory taking over
Sumed me
Consumed me entirely
In due time you will come to see
Eventually, you will understand
There is nothing wrong with you
You are not at fault
That's not wrong with me
The issues lie with me
With everybody here stepping on my beard
Everyone is disrespecting and disregarding me
It's a wonder that both ends always meet
Surprisingly, I manage to make ends meet
But we separate the chaff from the wheat
We distinguish between what is valuable and what is not
Todays middle class is just so bourgeoisie
The current middle class has become superficial and materialistic
And I'm picking up my disease
I am acquiring negative traits or attitudes
On my working mans salary
Despite earning a modest wage
Maybe one day I'll get my foreman to see
Perhaps, in the future, I can convince my supervisor
That productivity is going up in the factory be-
To recognize that the factory's productivity is increasing
Cause of me
Due to my efforts and contributions
Once I was led to believe that you'd return
There was a time when I believed you would come back
And come back to me
And return into my life
Working the earth and planting our seeds
Engaging in agricultural work and cultivating our future
Growing alfalfa, carrots and peas
Cultivating crops like alfalfa, carrots, and peas
Now my heart it just bleeds
Now I am filled with intense emotional pain
And bleeds and bleeds
Continuing to experience emotional anguish
Ever since you felt the need to open your mouth
Since the moment you expressed yourself verbally
And sneeze all over my working mans salary
And negatively impact my modest earnings
Maybe one day when it's under lock and key
In the future, when it is securely protected
We can start a colony
We can establish a community
For people who used to be people in the factory
A place for former factory workers like me
Like me
Similar to myself
Let's hear it for the factory
Let's celebrate and appreciate the significance of the factory
The only thing that understood me truly
The only entity that truly comprehended and accepted me
Made a factory man out of me
Transformed me into a person devoted to the factory
Three cheers for the factory
Let's give three enthusiastic cheers for the factory
Go factory
Keep thriving and prospering, factory
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joe thanks
Wow I can't believe they played this live!
K-Man Reborn
Thanks for uploading this :)