The discography of Helmet boasts eight studio albums and two compilation albums. Following their initial release, "Strap It On" (1990), through Amphetamine Reptile, Helmet inked a deal with Interscope Records, leading to three albums under the label, notably the highly successful "Meantime" (1992). While their subsequent works, "Betty" (1994) and "Aftertaste" (1997), achieved considerable success, they fell short of matching the critical and popular acclaim garnered by "Meantime." After disbanding in 1998, Helmet regrouped in 2004 and has since presented four additional albums: "Size Matters" (2004), "Monochrome" (2006), "Seeing Eye Dog" (2010), and "Dead to the World" (2016). Currently, the band is actively engaged in the creation of their ninth studio album.
Discography
Strap It On (1990)
Meantime (1992)
Betty (1994)
Aftertaste (1997)
Size Matters (2004)
Monochrome (2006)
Seeing Eye Dog (2010)
Dead to the World (2016)
Bad Mood
Helmet Lyrics
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It`s a look you thought might kill but
You knew better
Wake up cold
Do you know you`re not dead
Make the same mistake
You`ve lost your head
Rearrange events again
Let them suit your next complaint
Self-absorbed
You`re all wrapped up
So deep inside
Just think bland thoughts
In Helmet's song "Bad Mood," the lyrics describe someone who is in a very foul mood, but refuses to acknowledge it. The opening lines of "It's no bad mood, it's a look you thought might kill but you knew better" suggest that this person is trying to feign a sense of control and power, despite feeling overwhelmed with negativity inside. The lyrics continue to describe the feelings of frustration and confusion within this person, as they "wake up cold" and "make the same mistake" repeatedly. The phrase "you've lost your head" suggests that this person has become so consumed with negative emotions that they are not able to think logically anymore.
The next lines "Rearrange events again, let them suit your next complaint" are reflective of this person's victim mentality - always looking for reasons to be angry and complain rather than taking control of their emotions. The phrase "self-absorbed, you're all wrapped up, so deep inside" describes someone who is too focused on their own problems and feelings to notice those around them. The final line "just think bland thoughts" further emphasizes this person's inability to escape their negative mindset. Overall, the lyrics of "Bad Mood" provide a glimpse into the mindset of someone who is struggling with negative emotions but refuses to acknowledge it.
Line by Line Meaning
It`s no bad mood
This is not a negative mood or emotion.
It`s a look you thought might kill but
It's actually just a facial expression that you interpreted as powerful.
You knew better
You were aware that the expression was not as intense as you perceived it to be.
Wake up cold
Feeling numb and disconnected from your environment when you wake up.
Do you know you`re not dead
Reminding yourself that you are alive and should appreciate it.
Make the same mistake
Repeating the same action that led to a negative outcome before.
You`ve lost your head
You're acting impulsively and not thinking clearly.
Rearrange events again
Changing the order of things in your mind so they fit your desired narrative.
Let them suit your next complaint
Using the altered events to justify your next grievance.
Self-absorbed
Focusing only on yourself and your own problems.
You`re all wrapped up
You're entirely consumed by your own emotions and situation.
So deep inside
You're not allowing yourself to connect with others or the world around you.
Just think bland thoughts
Avoiding any deep or complex thoughts to protect yourself from feeling overwhelmed or vulnerable.
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Written by: PAGE NYE HAMILTON
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