Founding members Chuck Robertson, Sascha Lazor, Todd Rosenberg, Carter Benson and James Malis started the group in high school but the band's membership has changed frequently since its inception. Drummer Todd Rosenberg left the band in 1999, Benson left the band in 2002, and bassist Mark Iversen left the band in 2006. The current lineup consists of:
* Chuck Robertson (lead vocals/rhythm guitar/primary lyricist)
* Sascha Lazor (lead guitar/banjo/primary composer),
* Keith Douglas (trumpet/backing vocals)
* Ed Hernandez (trombone)
* Brian Flenniken (drums/percussion),
* Cris Badham (bass guitar).
The band used to play under the name The Ivy League, but in 1996 they changed their name after signing to the Honest Don's Records label to avoid confusion (and potential litigation) with two prior bands that went by the same moniker. The band's debut album, Quality Soft Core, was released the following year. After the release of the album, the band was signed to Fat Mike's label Fat Wreck Chords, through which the Mad Caddies have since released 4 studio albums, an EP and a live album.
Discography
* Quality Soft Core (1997)
* Duck and Cover (1998)
* Rock the Plank (2001)
* Just One More (2003)
* Songs in the Key of Eh! (Live from Toronto) (2004)
* Keep It Going (5/1/2007)
* Consentual Selections (2010)
EP
* The Holiday Has Been Cancelled (2000)
* 2007 Tour EP (Sold only on their 2007 tour, with 2 new tracks from Keep It Going, plus 4 older songs) (2007)
State of Mind
Mad Caddies Lyrics
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Deep in my soul, as this hell-ride returns
No one around to hear me cry out
Open my mouth, but I can't make a sound
I feel the weight of the world sometimes hanging on my head
Whoa
Look for the light at the end of this tunnel once again
I'm taking bout the right state of the right state of
The right state of your mind
Fear for the worst I can't catch my breath
My heart beats to the sound of unrest
Pulse racing high,my thoughts are so low
Reach out my hand, but there's no one to hold
We walk alone through this strange life
It can be so cold sometimes,
Whoa
Just close my eyes and remember
If you search you just might find
I'm talking bout the right state of
The right state of
The right state of your mind
I feel the weight of the world sometimes
Hanging on my head,whoa
Look for the light at the end of this tunnel one again
I'm talking bout the right state of the right state of
The right state of your mind
I'm talking bout the right state of the right state of
The right state of your mind
The lyrics of Mad Caddies' song "State of Mind" convey the feeling of being lost and alone, struggling with overwhelming emotions and uncertain about how to move forward. The lines "I feel the heat, the fire that burns/Deep in my soul" suggest an intense inner turmoil that the singer cannot escape. Despite the urgency of the situation, the singer feels unheard and powerless, as expressed in "No one around to hear me cry out/Open my mouth, but I can't make a sound." This sense of isolation is reinforced through the line "Reach out my hand, but there's no one to hold."
The lyrics also touch on the theme of hope, as the singer repeatedly searches for "the light at the end of this tunnel." However, this optimism is tempered by lines such as "Fear for the worst I can't catch my breath/My heart beats to the sound of unrest," which convey a persistent feeling of dread and anxiety. Ultimately, the song suggests that finding the "right state of mind" is a difficult and ongoing process, one that requires perseverance and a willingness to confront and overcome inner demons.
Overall, "State of Mind" is a powerful expression of complex emotions that are often difficult to put into words. Through its mix of hope and despair, isolation and determination, the song provides a poignant reflection on the human condition.
Line by Line Meaning
I feel the heat, the fire that burns
I am overwhelmed by intense feelings and emotions
Deep in my soul, as this hell-ride returns
These emotions are rooted deep within me and are difficult to escape
No one around to hear me cry out
I feel alone in my struggle and unable to seek help from others
Open my mouth, but I can't make a sound
I am struggling to express myself and my emotions
I feel the weight of the world sometimes hanging on my head
I feel burdened by stress and responsibilities
Whoa
A moment of introspection and contemplation
Look for the light at the end of this tunnel once again
I am searching for hope and a way out of my current situation
I'm taking bout the right state of the right state of
I am referring to the necessary mental state for overcoming adversity
The right state of your mind
A balanced and healthy mindset that enables resilience and positivity
Fear for the worst I can't catch my breath
I am anxious and struggling to maintain composure
My heart beats to the sound of unrest
I am emotionally and physically affected by my situation
Pulse racing high,my thoughts are so low
I am experiencing high levels of stress and negativity
Reach out my hand, but there's no one to hold
I feel alone and isolated
We walk alone through this strange life
Life can be difficult and unpredictable, and we must face our struggles on our own
It can be so cold sometimes
Life can feel harsh and uninviting
Just close my eyes and remember
A moment of reflection and reminiscence
If you search you just might find
There is hope and positivity to be found if one looks for it
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Capitol CMG Publishing
Written by: BRYAN ADAMS, JAMES DOUGLAS VALLANCE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@Yoyoitsyoji
I feel the heat, the fire that burns
Deep in my soul, as this hell-ride returns
No one around to hear me cry out
Open my mouth, but I can't make a sound
I feel the weight of the world sometimes hanging on my head
Whoa
Look for the light at the end of this tunnel once again
I'm taking bout the right state of the right state of
The right state of your mind
Fear for the worst I can't catch my breath
My heart beats to the sound of unrest
Pulse racing high, my thoughts are so low
Reach out my hand, but there's no one to hold
We walk alone through this strange life
It can be so cold sometimes,
Whoa
Just close my eyes and remember
If you search you just might find
I'm talking bout the right state of
The right state of
The right state of your mind
I feel the weight of the world sometimes
Hanging on my head, whoa
Look for the light at the end of this tunnel one again
I'm talking bout the right state of the right state of
The right state of your mind
I'm talking bout the right state of the right state of
The right state of your mind
@aaronspehr4326
I heat up, I can't cool down
You got me spinning
'Round and 'round
'Round and 'round and 'round it goes
Where it stops nobody knows
Every time you call my name
I heat up like a burning flame
Burning flame full of desire
Kiss me baby, let the fire get higher
Abra abracadabra
I wanna reach out and grab ya
Abra abracadabra
Abracadabra....
@officialstevemiller
@treintagrados
I feel the heat, a fire that burns
Deep in my soul, as this hell-ride returns
No one around to hear me cry out
Open my mouth, but I can't make a sound
I feel the weight of the world sometimes
Hanging on my head, whoa
Look for the light at the end of this tunnel once again
I'm talking 'bout the right state of
The right state of
The right state of your mind
Fear for the worst, I can't catch my breath
My heart beats to the sound of unrest
Pull strings and I, my thoughts are so low
Reach out my hand, but there's no one to hold
We walk alone through this strange life
It can be so cold sometimes, whoa
Just close my eyes and remember
If you search you just might find
@emjeeares6023
I feel the heat, the fire that burns
Deep in my soul, as this hell-ride returns
No one around to hear me cry out
Open my mouth, but I can't make a sound
I feel the weight of the world sometimes hanging on my head
Whoa
Look for the light at the end of this tunnel once again
I'm taking bout the right state of the right state of
The right state of your mind
Fear for the worst I can't catch my breath
My heart beats to the sound of unrest
Pulse racing high, my thoughts are so low
Reach out my hand, but there's no one to hold
We walk alone through this strange life
It can be so cold sometimes,
Whoa
Just close my eyes and remember
If you search you just might find
I'm talking bout the right state of
The right state of
The right state of your mind
I feel the weight of the world sometimes
Hanging on my head, whoa
Look for the light at the end of this tunnel one again
I'm talking bout the right state of the right state of
The right state of your mind
I'm talking bout the right state of the right state of
The right state of your mind
@joey563pb
I was turned on to this band a couple years ago and have been blown away ever since. This song specifically is deep and personal to me. When i get so deeply depressed that i no longer realize I'm depressed or how "not depressed" feels like, this is one of the songs that help me realized how deeply submersed I am and need to pull myself out of it.
Thank you guys for such a great song.
@daoust26
True California ska right here fat wreck always has the best bands
@paulchapeski5505
In Canada we have iLL Scarlett, 420 friendly ska lol 1-A is a track of theirs. Milkshakes & razorbldes
@jewelman
would annoy everyone in band with a mad caddies lick every day on the trumpet
@Vaietzi
2020 and still <3
@menswear2112
Having listened to Fat for 25 years, I only discovered this jewel today at 10:30 pm. How did this band slept between my fingers?!
@kymanbedford-brown1323
I asked myself the same question, Mad Caddies are magic!🎶🙋😎
@durawins
@kyman Bedford-Brown did you ask yourself in broken English as well? Haha
@mattierogers6447
How are your finger super skinny?
@mattw42o
I just discovered this band this year and am already becoming a superfan lol