Their third release, Scatter-Brained, showed a drastic turn in the band's style. TJ's drumming was added to the music and did a lot for their sound. The tone of the album was much more serious, abrasive, and angry, with Johnny handling most of the vocals with his gruff rapping, Peter's high-pitched vocals and piercing screams backing him up. This was also when they dropped the 2000 from their name. After SB, Johnny left the band, uneasy with the direction it was heading, and pursued other projects. Peter took charge of the band and pushed forward as hard as possible. Benny Normal joined the band to play live keytar. The Rabid EP was released and distributed only at live shows, and after a short break from the extensive touring, Friendship Forever was released. In 2007, after another tour, the Bot released I Don't Think You Really Mean It, an EP which contained several remixes of "I Don't Think You Really Mean It" and "Piggly Wiggly," and re-recordings of songs from Rabid.
Over the years they gained some pretty phenomenal success, including touring spots with the Genitorturers, Screaming Mechanical Brain, Mindless Self Indulgence, and Psychostick, to name a few.
In 2009, Retard-O-Bot was disbanded after lead singer Peter Pepper went on to create a solo project. The sound is similar to Retard-O-Bot with more pop and industrial elements.
Anthem
Retard-O-Bot Lyrics
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Every revolution begins with a movement
Every movement begins with a vision
And every vision begins with a visionary who dreams (1 time for your Mind)
And my dream is to shine a Light deep into the depths of man
Exposing a Universal Oneness that exists within us all
That inalienable Force that causes everything to Be (2 times for your Soul)
You see in order to grow we must destroy and rebuild
A Foundation of unity
Back to realness
The Chicago ILL-ness
I'm cold with the flow Charlie
Y'all know what the deal is
Me and D. Hustle
Yeah we're still here
SkyScraper what it was
SkyScraper what it still is
Told you guys
We gonna ride till Infinity
The others sold you lies
So I provide the industry with T.R.U.T.H
Much needed in this world today
The youth are lost and in need of an example
Some living proof of what it is
That they should strive to be
And I can't think of a single thing better than
Alive and Free
Stand up make a fist
Let these fuckers know you're pissed
We're still living in the gutter
The struggle still exists (Yes)
We've been blinded by the bling
The thought of being the king of the ghetto
Lost focus of our dreams and just settled
We got power but how long will we neglect it
If we stand together
Go Getters stand forever
Let's get connected
If you expect to survive Go Getters (I Say, I Say)
Whether the Six or the Five Go Getters (Get Connected)
GGC is worldwide Go Getters
And I'm connected
Are you connected (I Say, I Say)
If you expect to survive Go Getters (Get Connected)
Whether the Six or the Five Go Getters (Get Connected)
The movement very much alive Go Getters
And I'm connected
Are you connected (I Say, I Say)
My lil partner tell me he from the 773
So when you see him 'round your way
Your best bet is to let him Be
If you fucking with him
Then you fucking with me
And we ain't looking for no trouble
We're just trying to get some cheese
But if you bring it hitter
We're gonna Squad Up
Proceed to finish anything
That you start up
Don't start US
We're cliqueing
The Blue, the Red and the Gold
This day has been prophesied
Witness the story unfold
This is Death Before Dishonor
We live or die by that code
4th generation survivors of civil war in the snow
We're the men, women and children from the city of wind
All hail to the Six
All hail to the Fin
Much respect to all of those
Paved the way for the
N dot O VATA
To stand amongst the greatest of men
Pioneer of a new movement
Every hood every section (Worldwide)
Bare witness to the Go Getter Connection
(Get Connected)
If you expect to survive Go Getters (I Say, I Say)
Whether the Six or the Five Go Getters (Get Connected)
GGC is worldwide Go Getters
And I'm connected
Are you connected (I Say, I Say)
If you expect to survive Go Getters (Get Connected)
Whether the Six or the Five Go Getters (Get Connected)
The movement very much alive Go Getters
And I'm connected
Are you connected (Get Connected)
Lloyd, Hoover and Fort
Accomplished amazing feats
Pulling millions from the feds
So starving brothers could eat
D. Hustle told you that back when
BlockParty first hit the streets
Y'all wasn't paying attention
We really part of the streets
The heart of the streets is in US
Without US darker the streets
We just trying to shine some light on our plight
The art of the streets
Is our way out
How many more relatives gonna lay out
Blood staining the pavement
Bullets constantly spray out
They tore down all the projects
We're homeless without a payout
Gentrification
Can't you see they just want US to stay out
The cities that we've built
Bullshit
Must be that they're out
Their motherfucking minds
Too much time
Day in day out
Hustling to feed our babies
Dicked daily by Dick Daley
I wasn't supposed to see eighteen
I'm forty-one
Trudy's baby
Finally made it out
Got to go back
They say I'm crazy
Never that
I just know we can heal the world
On the day we get connected
If you expect to survive Go Getters (I Say, I Say)
Whether the Six or the Five Go Getters (Get Connected)
GGC is worldwide Go Getters
And I'm connected
Are you connected (I Say, I Say)
If you expect to survive Go Getters (Get Connected)
Whether the Six or the Five Go Getters (Get Connected)
The movement very much alive Go Getters
And I'm connected
Are you connected (I Say, I Say)
The song "Anthem" by Retard-O-Bot explores themes of revolution, unity, and the power of connection. The lyrics speak of the importance of having a vision and a dream, as well as the need to expose a universal oneness that exists within all individuals. This "universal oneness" is described as an inalienable force that underlies everything in the world. The lyrics suggest that in order to grow and progress, it is necessary to destroy and rebuild upon a new foundation of unity and realness.
The song also pays homage to the city of Chicago ("Chicago ILL-ness") and the artist's determination to make a lasting impact in the music industry. It emphasizes the importance of providing a positive example for the youth, who are often lost and in need of guidance. The artist aims to be an inspiration, encouraging others to strive for a life that is both alive and free.
The lyrics address the struggles and challenges faced by communities, particularly those in the urban areas. It criticizes the obsession with material possessions and the loss of focus on dreams and aspirations. The song calls for individuals to stand up and express their anger and dissatisfaction with the current state of affairs. It highlights that the struggle still exists and urges individuals to recognize their power and not neglect it. The lyrics suggest that unity and connection are essential for survival and progress.
The song also acknowledges the historical and current hardships faced by marginalized communities. It references the civil war and the experiences and contributions of the people from the city of Chicago. The lyrics give respect to those who paved the way for the artist to be among the "greatest of men" and acknowledges the significance of being a pioneer in a new movement that spans different neighborhoods and sections. The lyrics emphasize the potential for positive change and encourages individuals to be a part of the Go Getter Connection, a movement that aims to unite people globally.
Overall, "Anthem" by Retard-O-Bot is a rallying cry for revolution, unity, and connection. It calls for individuals to have a vision and dream, to stand up against injustice, and to recognize their power and potential to make a positive impact in the world. It acknowledges the struggles faced by marginalized communities and emphasizes the importance of unity and collective action to bring about change.
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Written by: DeShaunte Walker
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