1) SOiL is a four-piec… Read Full Bio ↴There is more than one artist with this name:
1) SOiL is a four-piece nu metal band from Chicago, formed in 1997 by ex-members of renowned death metal acts Broken Hope and Oppressor. After three efforts (the EP SOiL, the EP El Chupacabra and the first album Throttle Junkies), they gained international success with their album Scars. Their success was helped by singles such as Halo and Unreal, which bear their distinctive harsh but emotional and melodic sound.
Current members
- Ryan McCombs – Vocals (1997–2004, 2011-present)
- Adam Zadel – Guitar (1997–present)
- Tim King – Bass (1997–present)
- Jon Wysocki - Drums (2011-present)
Former members
- Tom Schofield – Drums (1997–2010)
- A. J. Cavalier - Vocals, Guitar (2005–2010)
- Shaun Glass – guitar (1997–2007)
Touring members
- Jordan Lee - Vocals (2010–2011)
- Mike Tignino - Drums (2010–2011)
Discography
- SOiL (EP) (1997)
- El Chupacabra (EP) (1998)
- Throttle Junkies (1999)
- Scars (2001)
- Redefine (2004)
- True Self (2006)
- Throttle Junkies [Remastered] (2007)
- Picture Perfect (2009)
- Re-LIVE-ing The Scars (2012)
- Whole (2013)
In 2002, SOiL played at Ozzfest and on the Ozzfest 2002 CD you can find the track 'Halo' played live with Zakk Wyld of Black Lable Society.
2) S.O.I.L (Czech band) was founded in spring of 2003. The original formation consisted of the singer Zuzana Kropáčová, keyboard player Jakub Zitko, drummer Roman Vícha and bass guitar player Aleš Slavík. In spring 2004, a guitar player Jiří Šimek joined the band and this is the final arrangement up to the present day.
The band performed not just in Czech clubs but also on several big festivals e. g. Creamfields 2003, Open Air Field 2004, Mezi Ploty, Summer of Love 2003, Semtex Culture 2004 etc.
Current members
- Zuzana Kropáčová - vocals
- Kuba Zitko - keyboard
- Aleš Slavík - bass
- Jirka Šimek - guitars
- Roman Vícha - drums
Discography
- In Fields
- Looking Back (2008)
3) SOIL - Jensen Henrik & Lankin.
4) Soil - Serj Tankian, Daron Malakian, Domingo Laranio, Dave Hakopyan, and later, Shavo Odadjian.
Serj Tankian founded his first rockband "Soil" in 1993. Two years later, in 1995, after one supposed jam session recording and one live show, Dave and Domingo left. Shavo (who went on to become the bass player) brought in drummer Andy Khachaturian. The four of them then named themselves System of a Down.
5) Soil is a gardencore band from Olympia, WA.
Two Skins
SOiL Lyrics
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I've got your demon seed
Deep down inside of me
Two skins
One man
Fit in
One hand
God damn
And everything created by him
Ask why
So high
Answer
Young die
Call scam
His hand
And everything created by them
I'm your man
By your hand
I'm your man
So look on,
I've got your demon seed
Deep down inside of me
So thin
Is this plan
Written in
Your hand
Watch me fall
My friend
As the bottom drops from beneath me
I'm your man
By your plan
I'm your riotous sin
So look on,
I've got your demon seed
Deep down inside of me
So look on, Fool of a golden deed
Deep down inside of me
So look on, look on
Can you tell me more
Have you ever been down this far before
Can you tell me more
Have you ever been down:
I'm two skins
I'm one man
I fit in
One hand
God damn
That hand
And everything created within it
The song "Two Skins" by SOiL is a dark and ominous song that explores the idea of being possessed by a demonic force. The lyrics describe the singer as having a "demon seed" deep down inside of him, and feeling as though he has two skins - one that is his own, and one that belongs to a malevolent spirit. He is aware of the danger that this presents, as he says "Watch me fall, my friend, as the bottom drops from beneath me." Throughout the song, there is a sense of dread and foreboding, as though the singer is powerless to resist the possession.
The second verse delves deeper into the theme of religion and spirituality, suggesting that the possession is linked to a higher power. The lyrics state that "everything created by him" and "everything created by them" is responsible for the singer's affliction. There is a sense of anger and frustration in the words "God damn" and "Call scam", indicating that the singer feels betrayed by the powers that be.
The chorus of the song has a haunting quality to it, with the repeated refrain of "I'm your man, by your hand" creating an atmosphere of obsession and control. The last lines of the song, "I'm two skins, I'm one man, I fit in, one hand, God damn, that hand, and everything created within it" bring the themes of possession and religion together, suggesting that the singer is unable to control his fate and is doomed to be a vessel for darker forces.
Line by Line Meaning
Good God
The singer is addressing the almighty God in a state of awe.
I've got your demon seed
The singer feels that he has a piece of evil within him that is associated with God.
Deep down inside of me
The presence of the demon seed is deep-rooted within the singer.
Two skins
The singer feels that he has two distinct identities that are not reconcilable.
One man
Despite having two skins or identities, the singer is still one person.
Fit in
The two skins or identities of the singer struggle to coexist.
One hand
Despite having two skins, the singer still has one hand or one capability.
God damn
A curse or an expression of frustration directed towards God.
That man
Refers to the singer himself who is unable to reconcile his two identities.
And everything created by him
The implication is that God created both good and evil in equal measure.
Ask why
The singer is urging people to question their faith and beliefs.
So high
Refers to the elevated status of religious authorities who are often beyond questioning.
Answer
The demand for a satisfactory explanation or a justification for religious dogma.
Young die
The implication is that the youth are the most vulnerable and often fall victim to religious brainwashing.
Call scam
Refers to the possibility that religious institutions may be exploitative and fraudulent.
His hand
Refers to God or religious authorities who have power over people's lives.
And everything created by them
The implication is that religious institutions are responsible for shaping people's lives and beliefs.
I'm your man
The singer is reaffirming his allegiance to God despite his doubts and misgivings.
By your hand
The singer acknowledges that he is at the mercy of God and subject to his divine will.
So look on,
The singer is addressing someone, perhaps God or religious authorities, to take note of his struggles.
So thin
Refers to the precariousness of the singer's situation and his vulnerability.
Is this plan
The singer is questioning the validity of God's plan.
Written in
Refers to the idea that God's plan is predetermined and immutable.
Your hand
Refers to God's role in shaping people's lives and destinies.
Watch me fall
The singer is expressing a sense of hopelessness and despair as he expects the worst.
My friend
The use of 'friend' is ironic as the singer feels abandoned and betrayed by God.
As the bottom drops from beneath me
The situation is getting worse and the singer is losing hope.
I'm your plan
The singer acknowledges that he is part of a plan that is predetermined by God, even though he questions its validity.
I'm your riotous sin
The singer is rebelling against God's plan and the religious institutions that enforce it, but he is also part of it.
So look on, Fool of a golden deed
The singer is referring to God as a fool, who is deluded by his own grandeur and fails to see the true nature of human suffering.
Can you tell me more
The singer is demanding more answers and explanations from God or religious authorities.
Have you ever been down this far before
The singer is challenging the belief that God is benevolent and all-knowing by asking if he truly understands human suffering.
I'm two skins
Reiteration of the singer's struggle to reconcile his two identities.
I'm one man
Despite having two skins, the singer is still one person with one capability.
Fit in
The singer's two skins or identities struggle to coexist, but he still has to 'fit in' with society.
God damn
An expression of frustration directed towards God.
That hand
Refers to God's role in shaping people's lives and destinies.
And everything created within it
The implication is that God is responsible for both good and evil in the world.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ADAM VICTOR ZADEL, RYAN S. MCCOMBS, SHAUN D. GLASS, THOMAS M. SCHOFIELD, TIMOTHY WILLIAM KING
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