In 2004, Jebediah produced their fourth album Braxton Hicks and released it on their own record label, Redline Records in conjunction with Shock Records.
Lead singer Kevin Mitchell released his second solo album Suburban Songbook in 2006 under the pseudonym Bob Evans.
Their official site is http://www.jebediah.net/.
Fall Down
Jebediah Lyrics
Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴
And broken up and stolen almost everything
They've a job to do a special mission
To reinstate their point of view
It's in with the old order out with the new
They're the guys that wrote that song
That's been playing on the airwaves all day long
And you can't drive it from your brain
It's got a chorus that repeats over and over again
Window, opportunity
I got a message and it comes for free
There's another way that way is real
But you just won't get it 'til the walls fall down
The lyrics of Jebediah's song "Fall Down" tell the story of a government's "thought police" who violently break into people's homes, take away their possessions, and attempt to control and suppress their beliefs. The police are on a "special mission" to reinstate the old order and get rid of anything new or different. They want to force their point of view onto the people and silence any dissenting opinions.
The song also mentions a popular tune that has been playing on airwaves all day long but with a hypnotic and brainwashing effect on people. The song has a catchy melody and chorus that won't leave your brain easily. The lyrics suggest that the song is part of the government's propaganda machine, used to manipulate and control the masses.
Furthermore, the song speaks to the idea that there is another way of living and thinking, but people might not realize it until they experience a significant disruption, symbolized in the line "you just won't get it 'til the walls fall down." The lyrics insinuate that true change often only occurs after a significant upheaval, and we need to break down old systems and beliefs to find a better way of living.
Overall, "Fall Down" is a commentary on the oppressive nature of authoritarian governments and the power of propaganda to manipulate and control people's thoughts and beliefs.
Line by Line Meaning
Thought police have busted in
The government's secret agents have taken control.
And broken up and stolen almost everything
They have seized and confiscated most of our possessions.
They've a job to do a special mission
Their objective is to accomplish a specific task.
To reinstate their point of view
They aim to restore their ideology and beliefs.
It's in with the old order out with the new
They want to bring back old policies and abandon new ideas.
They're the guys that wrote that song
Those responsible for the hit musical piece are none other than them.
That's been playing on the airwaves all day long
The tune has been in continuous rotation on public broadcast stations.
It's a catchy tune, hummable melody
The composition is unforgettable and has a simple melody.
And you can't drive it from your brain
It is impossible to forget this tune.
It's got a chorus that repeats over and over again
The refrain is repeated incessantly during the song.
Window, opportunity
A chance has arrived.
I got a message and it comes for free
I received a message, and it did not cost me anything.
There's another way that way is real
An alternative course of action is both achievable and authentic.
But you just won't get it 'til the walls fall down
You will not realize until the current oppressive system falls apart.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: CHRIS GRAFFAGNINO, REBEKAH THORNTON
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
leokimvideo
Jebediah and The Sharp, two incredible 90's bands who deserved a much larger audience and success
SneakerDad1978
I miss all the great Aussie bands in the late 90s and early 2000s.... Jebediah, Grinspoon, Spiderbiat, Regurgitators, You Am I, Super Jesus just to name a few...
Shane Train
Fuck yeah, throw in some Bodyjar, 90's Powderfinger, Whitlams, 90's Silverchair and Shihad for some Kiwi representations.
James Georgiou
At work - during prep I work at a restaurant I play a lot of Aus 90s and boss man tells me fuck I haven't heard this in years!! It's a nice way to bring back some memories before we get smashes for service
Ninja Skeleton
The Living End were at their best back then too
Winter Gals
@Shane Train Bodyjar were my fave too! Good boys too, very kind when you chatted to them after gigs, esp cam.
Justin Murtagh
That style of music is actually well back in the Aussie scene right now. Check out Slowly Slowly, Baby Shower, Amy Shark, The Smith Street Band & Stand Atlantic!
Pete Zar
Great energy! these guys were underrated
Jamie Mott
Proud to say I had the pleasure of meeting the gentleman on the bagpipes. Good to see him and the boys have fun here.
Winter Gals
Love the Jeb. Saw them so much back in the 90's. I am still to this day a 90's child with my music which is pretty much all aussie 90's stuff .