Stephen Brodsky has been the vocalist and guitarist of Cave In since its formation in 1995 and Ben Koller has been the drummer of Converge since 1999. Both members have also played in each of those bands at some point; Brodsky was Converge's bassist from 1997 to 1998 and Koller was Cave In's drummer from 2005 to 2006.
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Friday the 13/8
Mutoid Man Lyrics
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Press your luck
C'mon
Big bucks
No whammies
And stop
I want a loudness, a little love
I want a loudness, a little love
I want a loudness, a little love
The lyrics to Mutoid Man's song "Friday The 13/8" suggest a play off the game show Press Your Luck, which aired in the 1980s. The game show was known for contestants pressing their luck to win big prizes but risking hitting a "whammy" and losing everything. In the song, the singer wants to win big and avoid any setbacks, but they also yearn for a bit of excitement and passion ("loudness" and "love"). The repetition of the line "I want a loudness, a little love" emphasizes the singer's desire for something more than just material success.
The use of the date "Friday the 13/8" is also interesting, as it seems to suggest a blending of the superstition surrounding Friday the 13th with musical time signatures. The time signature of the song is actually 13/8, and the lyrics are likely a nod to this unique aspect of the music. The combination of superstition and musical experimentation creates an interesting contrast in the song.
Line by Line Meaning
Mark it on your calendar
Make sure to circle and note down the date of the 13th day of the month, especially if it falls on a Friday.
Press your luck
Take a chance and gamble on your luck, even if it seems risky or uncertain.
C'mon
Encouragement or a call to action, urging someone to follow through with their plans or desires.
Big bucks
A reference to a large amount of money or potential monetary gain.
No whammies
An expression of hope or determination to avoid any negative or detrimental outcomes.
And stop
A command or directive to halt or end a specific action or behavior.
I want a loudness, a little love
Expressing a desire for a lively and exciting atmosphere or experience, with a hint of romance or affection.
I want a loudness, a little love
Repeating the previous line to emphasize and reinforce the idea of wanting a boisterous and passionate encounter.
I want a loudness, a little love
Continuing to repeat the same phrase to further emphasize and reinforce the desire for a thrilling and loving experience.
Contributed by Sydney C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.