In 1990, Coomes, Weiss, and Brad Pedinov formed the band Motorgoat. The band released two self-released cassettes and one 7" single before dissolving in 1993. Quasi started recording as a duo in 1993. They played with various additional musicians in early live appearances, but eventually settled on playing live as a duo as well. They self-recorded and self-released a cassette and a CD in 1993. They recorded R&B Transmogrification in the Portland band Pond's basement recording studio and released it on Up Records in 1997. They released two more albums with Up: Featuring "Birds" in 1998 and Field Studies in 1999; both albums were recorded at Jackpot Studios in Portland, Oregon.
In 1998 and 1999 they toured the U.S., Europe, Australia, and Japan opening for and serving as the backup band for Elliott Smith (who Coomes had played with in Heatmiser) as well as touring on their own in the U.S. and Europe. In 2001 They home-recorded The Sword of God and released it on Touch & Go. Quasi had been somewhat political since its inception, but their opposition to the 2003 Invasion of Iraq showed through in a straight-forward way with the release of Hot Shit! in 2003, particularly in the songs "White Devil's Dream" and "Master and Dog." When the Going Gets Dark followed in 2006, released on Touch & Go in the U.S. and Domino Records in Europe, as with Hot Shit!.
In Spring 2009, the band announced that they had signed to the Kill Rock Stars label, and were due to release their already recorded next album in the latter half of the year. That album, entitled American Gong, was released February 23, 2010 to generally favorable reviews. It was their first and only album to feature third member Joanna Bolme. Following a tour of Japan, Europe, and the United States in support of the full length, Bolme left the band. A duo again, Sam and Janet are recording material for a new album.
You Fucked Yourself
Quasi Lyrics
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And you don't know where to go
Split wide open like a sturgeon for the row
Blood was splashed on pure white snow
You fucked yourself
And you're looking for the go
Drown in your sink
Condemned if you float
You placed the blame but missed the boat
You fucked yourself
You chose your fate
You changed your mind
When it's too late
Your self-deceit, your worst mistake
The song "You Fucked Yourself" by Quasi is a raw and honest reflection on the consequences of one's own actions. The lyrics depict a person who has made a grave mistake and is now facing the harsh reality of their choices. The opening lines "You fucked yourself and you don't know where to go" paint a picture of someone lost, confused, and grappling with the aftermath of their actions. The comparison to a sturgeon being split wide open for the row is a graphic image that symbolizes the pain and turmoil that the person is experiencing.
The second verse further highlights the theme of regret and the desire to escape the consequences. The line "you're looking for the go" suggests a search for a way out, but the options are grim. Either drowning in your own sink or being condemned if you float, there's no easy way out of the situation. The person is also trying to shift the blame onto others but "missed the boat." They are ultimately responsible for their own actions and must accept the consequences.
The final verse brings the song to a powerful conclusion. The person is faced with their own self-deceit, which is their "worst mistake." They chose their fate and even changed their mind when it was too late. The song is a cautionary tale about the dangers of making hasty decisions without considering the long-term consequences. It's a reminder that we all have to take responsibility for our actions and the impact they have on ourselves and those around us.
Line by Line Meaning
You fucked yourself
You caused your own problems and now you're suffering the consequences.
And you don't know where to go
You're lost and don't know how to fix the mess you've made for yourself.
Split wide open like a sturgeon for the row
Your actions have caused you great pain and damage, similar to how a fish is sliced open for its eggs.
Blood was splashed on pure white snow
Your misfortune is visible to everyone, it's like a stain on a snowy white surface.
And you're looking for the go
You're searching for a way out of your situation.
Drown in your sink
Your mistakes are pulling you down and suffocating you, similar to drowning in a small confined space.
Condemned if you float
Even if you try to escape your problems, you'll still face consequences for your past actions.
You placed the blame but missed the boat
You tried to blame others for your problems but it's too late to escape the consequences of your actions.
You chose your fate
You made the decisions that led you to where you are now.
You changed your mind
You had a chance to change your course of action, but it's too late now.
When it's too late
You realized your mistakes when they're too late to fix.
Your self-deceit, your worst mistake
Lying to yourself and ignoring the truth is the biggest mistake you've made, leading you to your current situation.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: SAMUEL J. COOMES
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