Their debut album, The Dust of Retreat came out in 2006. At this time, the band was signed to Artemis Records and had 8 members. In 2008 the band signed to Epic Records and (on 7 October) released two new albums, Animal! and Not Animal. The band originally planned to just release "Animal!". However, Epic disagreed on their song choice, and compiled a different list, which would later become "Not Animal". Eventually, after dispute over which version would be released, it was decided to release both at the same time.
In August 2009, 5 of the band's members left. They are all involved in other projects, most notably Pravada.
While the band, and Richard specifically have given many explanations to the band's name; this is all in fun. As the name was created as an anti-name; not meant to have any real meaning, just to make fun of other ridiculous names. The name "Margot" comes from Gweneth Paltrow's character in Wes Anderson's "The Royal Tenenbaums".
The band's sound, categorized as "chamber pop", has been compared to the indie rock groups Arcade Fire, The Decemberists, and The Shins, while incorporating elements of singer/songwriters like Paul Simon and Conor Oberst.
Current Members are:
Richard Edwards - lead vocals, guitar, bells, melodica, banjo
Ronnie Kwasman - lead guitar
Tyler Watkins - bass guitar
Brian Deck - drums
Eric Kang - guitar
Cameron McGill
Former Members include:
Emily Watkins - keys, backup vocals
Andy Fry - guitar, bass, lap steel, percussion
Jesse Lee - cello
Casey Tennis - percussion
Chris Fry - drums, percussion
Prozac Rock
Margot & the Nuclear So and So's Lyrics
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Get in the mood
For me to come back in.
Tell me what you've been doin'
While I've been getting high
On prozac rock
In the summertime.
I need you, doll.
Get in the mood.
Are you in the mood
To move to pismo? and
Tell me what you've been doin'
'cause I've been havin' dreams.
In one, we float on a riverboat
And drink down a bottle of glue.
In one, I float on a riverboat.
Prozac rock.
I got brazen speech.
I love your sister,
Fell in love with her teeth.
Get in the mood.
Are you in the mood?
That's all; it's over.
Prozac rock.
Prozac rock.
I don't believe you.
I need to see you.
And when we meet,
I'll kiss your feet.
I'll skin my knee.
Because your sister's sweet.
The song "Prozac Rock" by Margot & the Nuclear So and So's is a melancholic yet captivating tune that revolves around themes of drug use, loneliness, and longing. The song starts with the singer urging someone to "Get in the mood" and "Tell me what you've been doin'", as he has been getting high on prozac rock, which can be assumed to be a metaphor for some sort of drug-induced escape. He confesses his need for the person and that it "never stops", further emphasizing his dependency on the drug-fueled state.
The singer then shifts the conversation to a dream he had of floating on a riverboat with the person and drinking glue from a bottle, which can be seen as a manifestation of his longing for a deep connection and escape from reality. The mention of Pismo signifies that they might be planning to move there, possibly to start anew. The chorus repeatedly emphasizes the "Prozac rock" and the singer's love for the other person's sister, which further hints towards drug use and the consequences it can have on relationships.
The song ends with the singer declaring his need to see the person and kissing their feet while also admitting that he "doesn't believe" them, implying that there might be some trust issues at play. The final line, "Because your sister's sweet", conveys his inability to let go of his infatuation with the other person's sister, which can be interpreted as a reflection of his deeper issues.
Overall, "Prozac Rock" is a poignant and introspective song that delves into the complexities of human relationships and the consequences of escapism through drug use.
Line by Line Meaning
Get in the mood.
Are you ready to listen to what I have to say?
Get in the mood
Are you in the right emotional state to receive my message?
For me to come back in.
To resume our relationship.
Tell me what you've been doin'
Let me know how you've been spending your time while we were apart.
While I've been getting high
While I was taking drugs to cope with my emotions.
On prozac rock
Using Prozac as a way to escape reality.
In the summertime.
During a time that is usually associated with happiness and freedom.
I need you, doll.
I am emotionally dependent on you.
It never stops.
My need for you is constant and unrelenting.
Are you in the mood
Again, are you in the right state of mind to hear what I have to say?
To move to pismo? and
To relocate to a place that represents a fresh start.
'cause I've been havin' dreams.
I have been thinking a lot about our relationship while asleep and am interpreting these dreams as a sign.
In one, we float on a riverboat
In one dream, we experience a romantic and carefree adventure together.
And drink down a bottle of glue.
We are so caught up in the moment, that we are willing to try something dangerous or foolish.
Prozac rock.
My drug of choice as a way to cope with my emotions.
I got brazen speech.
Being under the influence of Prozac has made me more confident in speaking my mind.
I love your sister,
I have developed romantic feelings for your sister.
Fell in love with her teeth.
Even the most seemingly insignificant details about her are endearing to me.
That's all; it's over.
I am accepting the reality that our relationship cannot continue.
Prozac rock.
I am once again using drugs to find a sense of calm and relief.
Prozac rock.
Again, using drugs to numb my emotions and escape reality.
I don't believe you.
I am struggling to trust anyone, including myself.
I need to see you.
I am hoping to find some sort of emotional connection or support through seeing you.
And when we meet,
I am hopeful that something positive may come from our meeting.
I'll kiss your feet.
I am willing to do whatever it takes to regain your affection and support.
I'll skin my knee.
I am even willing to suffer to make amends for my past mistakes.
Because your sister's sweet.
Because my feelings for your sister have made me more aware of the importance of human connection and companionship.
Contributed by Sydney I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@boomoon584
this is one of the best bands i have ever encountered
@trope5105
his names richard edwards, check his channel out
@ocean0nfir3
Money, innocence, passion, confusion, drugs, monotony, waste, depression, drugs, sickness, repeat.
@jterry92
preach it.
@ericfoster8411
I miss seeing Margot like 3 times a year back in this era. All my homies were obsessed
@spottykangaroo6771
I would love to move to Pismo Beach
@ericfoster8411
My brain has always added the word “barking” after he says “I hate your dog. It never stops…..baaaarkin’”. I know he says “gone” at the end of the phrase but I can’t stop the mind from doing its thing. It’s been doing this for 12 years now.
@ericfoster8411
I love your sister. Fell in love with her teeth
You have no idea how frequently I think about that line.
@mmmwng8367
lol i thought i was the only one
@Laura72491
woah, the only stuff ive listened to from them was everything like "tall as cliffs" and "jen is bringing the drugs," which i listened to when i was REALLY sick/needed to be hospitalized due to mental illness...this stuff is SO much different than that album. i need to go intensely google search them now haha