Wanting to encourage the independent music scene, GrimSkunk have started Indica Records, opened up Skunk recording studio and set up a concert network in which bands exchange concerts in their respective fan based strongholds in order to guarantee exposure and crowds.
In studio, GrimSkunk usually produce their records as if playing a live show. They've been known to produce albums in very little time. In fact their self titled 1994 album was recorded and mixed in only eight days.
Peace Of Mind
GrimSkunk Lyrics
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Retribution, retaliation
Do I really need to get even?
Revenge, a tooth for a tooth
Anger makes you blind, blind to the truth
Transfixed, confused
Enchanted and used
It comes and goes, it ebbs and flows
Don't lose control. Don't explode
Ready or not I'm going to defend
I'll put an end to this intrusive trend
Go yeah,
I'm defending my peace of mind
Go yeah,
I'm defending my peace in life
Through the anger and deception
I'm defending my peace of mind
Go yeah,
I'm defending my peace in life
When I was young, I was told
If you get hit, turn the other cheek
That in fact, stricking back was
A sign of man that's weak
Now that I'm old I still react
To invasion of my privacy
Keep my cool trying not to release
What's building up inside of me
The lyrics of GrimSkunk's song "Peace of Mind" describe the internal struggle of a person who has been wronged and is considering retribution. They question the morality of revenge and wonder if it is worth it to stoop to the level of those who have harmed them. The refrain "Go yeah, I'm defending my peace of mind" emphasizes the importance of protecting one's mental and emotional well-being in the face of conflict.
The song's protagonist is grappling with conflicting emotions, feeling both anger and confusion. They acknowledge that anger can cloud one's judgment and lead to a distorted view of the truth. Despite this realization, the singer is ready to defend their peace of mind and put an end to the "intrusive trend" of being violated or wronged. The lyrics speak to the human tendency to react strongly to perceived injustices and the ongoing effort to maintain equilibrium in the face of adversity.
Line by Line Meaning
Dragged into a dirty game
Forced to participate in a negative and unfair situation
Retribution, retaliation
Seeking revenge or payback
Do I really need to get even?
Questioning whether revenge is truly necessary
Revenge, a tooth for a tooth
Retaliation, taking an eye for an eye
Anger makes you blind, blind to the truth
Getting angry can lead to overlooking the real situation or facts
Transfixed, confused
Feeling stuck and uncertain about what to do
Enchanted and used
Feeling manipulated and taken advantage of
It comes and goes, it ebbs and flows
The feeling of anger or negativity can come and go over time
Don't lose control. Don't explode
Trying to maintain composure and not let emotions get the best of you
Ready or not I'm going to defend
Preparing to stand up for oneself
I'll put an end to this intrusive trend
Stopping the negative behavior or pattern
Go yeah,
I'm defending my peace of mind
Taking action to protect one's own mental wellbeing
Go yeah,
I'm defending my peace in life
Taking action to protect one's overall quality of life
Through the anger and deception
I'm defending my peace of mind
Despite feeling angry or deceived, making a conscious effort to protect one's own mental state
Go yeah,
I'm defending my peace in life
Taking action to protect one's overall quality of life
When I was young, I was told
If you get hit, turn the other cheek
As a child, being taught to be passive in the face of violence or aggression
That in fact, stricking back was
A sign of man that's weak
Believing that seeking revenge was a sign of weakness
Now that I'm old I still react
To invasion of my privacy
Despite getting older, still feeling upset when one's personal space is violated
Keep my cool trying not to release
What's building up inside of me
Making a conscious effort to stay calm and not let emotions boil over
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