Scream was formed in Northern Virginia in 1981 by singer Peter Stahl, his brother Franz Stahl on guitar, bassist Skeeter Thompson and drummer Kent Stax. They are considered one of the benchmark bands in the history of the Washington, D.C. hardcore music movement. Along with bands such as Minor Threat and Government Issue, Scream ultimately merged the attributes of the movement, which were blinding speed, heavy political and social connotations in the lyrics, unpretentiousness of attitude, and shunning of commercialism. Their music is faithful to the roots of rock, but spun itself into other genres by employing sounds that predate the raunchiness of grunge, while saluting reggae and speed metal. Scream hated the classification of bands into certain types and considered what they played as simply 'music.' Recording their music in the basement of the now legendary Inner Ear Studios in Arlington, Virginia, Scream became the first band on the Dischord label to release a whole album, Still Screaming, as opposed to singles or 12 inch EPs. Like the hardcore band Bad Brains, they could play clearly at breakneck speed, but also played mid-tempo songs like "American Justice" and "Hygiene," which were metal-tinged reggae.
For their second album Scream added another guitarist to their line-up, Robert Lee "Harley" Davidson, to thicken up the sound in the studio and in their live performances. In turn this eventually led to a powerful dual-lead guitar style, with complex guitar tracking, a more powerful live sound and an over-all crunchier sound for their third album. For a few compilation efforts and some live shows they added a keyboard player, Bobby Madden, who was a colleague of Davidson's from the same metal scene.
After the third album Banging the Drum, Kent Stax left the band for personal reasons and was replaced by local drummer Dave Grohl, who then played on Scream's 4th album No More Censorship. The band then toured Europe; with their May 4, 1990 show in Alzey, Germany being released by Tobby Holzinger as Your Choice Live Series Vol.10. Scream then recorded their fifth and final studio album Fumble, (which was much later released in 1993 on Dischord Records) and then called it quits in late 1990. Pete and Franz moved to North Hollywood and started rock band Wool, while Grohl joined Grunge band Nirvana. In 1997, Franz Stahl joined Dave Grohl's newly formed group, the commercially successful Foo Fighters, for a two year stint. During this time Pete Stahl worked as a road manager for both the Foo Fighters and Queens of the Stone Age, while continuing to record albums with several bands, including the Earthlings? and Goatsnake. Skeeter Thompson remained in the D.C. area and continued to work in bands, as did Kent Stax with the Skinhead/Oi! -tinged bands: the Suspects, United 121, Spitfires United, and Alleged Bricks. Stax has also committed himself to a family life. Davidson continued in the band Angelstorm, (in Huntsville, Alabama), from 1993–1995 and created the new bands Orangahead, Festival of Fools, (with Madden in 1998) and two different bands both named God Is Dead, (one in D.C. and one in Huntsville, Alabama) from 2002-2005.
The original line-up of the band played a reunion show on December 20, 2009 at the Black Cat nightclub in Washington, D.C.
On February 7, 2011, the band supported Foo Fighters on a special show at the Roxy Theatre in Los Angeles, when the Foo Fighters showcased their new album Wasting Light for the first time from beginning to end.
Current members
Peter Stahl – lead vocals (1981–1990, 2009–present)
Franz Stahl – guitar, backing vocals (1981–1990, 2009–present)
Skeeter Thompson – bass, backing vocals (1981–1990, 2009–present)
Kent Stax – drums, percussion (1981–1986, 2009–present)
Former members
Dave Grohl – drums, percussion (1986–1990)
Robert Lee Davidson – guitar, backing vocals (1984–1989)
Something in My Head
Scream Lyrics
Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴
Hopped the fence with the razor wire, sped off to Sassaquin Pits.
Nicky don't care no better.
I wanna feel that way again, so
Go down to the river
Are you ready? I'm ready!
Climbed the tower to the top
Smashed the glass globes
Laughed as they dropped
I knew there was a reason I got up this morning
I got to feel the glory
Now I want it all the time.
Used to dream about this every day
Now it's standing right in front of me
The mighty dirty dollar make a monster outta man
Cloggin' up the gutter, it's enough to make ya mad
Call me when you wanna take the fight to all of that
You and I, my friend. We built this thing together.
I got that Mona Lisa secret sinner grin
I got that Muddy Waters song stuck in my head
I knew there was a reason I got up this morning
Hope this feeling never ends.
I wanna mix it up while I still can.
It's doing figure eights in my head.
It's doing figure eights in my head.
Are you ready? I'm ready.
The mighty dirty dollar make a monster outta man
Cloggin' up the gutter, it's enough to make ya mad
Call me when you wanna take the fight to all of that
Don't you understand?
You and I, my friend. We built this thing together.
The lyrics of "Something in My Head" by Scream depict a sense of rebellion, nostalgia, and a longing for excitement and freedom. The song starts with the line "Blazin' a trail out to Tallyrand," which suggests a desire to break away from the ordinary and venture into the unknown. The mention of hopping a fence with razor wire and speeding off to Sassaquin Pits signifies a disregard for rules and boundaries, a willingness to take risks.
The chorus, "I wanna feel that way again, so let's go down to the river at night," highlights the longing for a return to a state of exhilaration and exhilaration, possibly reminiscing about past experiences that brought joy and a sense of freedom. Climbing the tower and smashing glass globes both symbolize a rebellious act of breaking societal norms and indulging in a destructive but liberating behavior. The feeling of having a reason to get up in the morning and experiencing the glory signifies the songwriter finding a purpose or passion that drives them.
The lyrics also touch on the influence of money on individuals and society. The reference to "the mighty dirty dollar" suggests that the pursuit of wealth can corrupt and transform people into monsters. Clogging up the gutter symbolizes the negative consequences of materialism and greed, which can provoke frustration and anger.
The lines "You and I, my friend. We built this thing together" emphasizes the importance of friendship and collaboration in creating something meaningful or rebellious, possibly referring to the music or counterculture movement.
Overall, "Something in My Head" captures a sense of rebellion, nostalgia, longing for excitement, and the desire to break free from societal constraints.
Line by Line Meaning
Blazin' a trail out to Tallyrand.
Venturing into the unknown, pushing boundaries and exploring new paths.
Hopped the fence with the razor wire, sped off to Sassaquin Pits.
Breaking free from constraints and limitations, embracing a rebellious spirit and seeking adventure.
Nicky don't care no better.
Unconcerned about others' opinions or judgments, living life on one's own terms.
I wanna feel that way again, so
Longing to experience a particular feeling or moment once more, yearning for that sense of fulfillment and joy.
Let's go down to the river at night.
Seeking solace and tranquility, finding solace in nature's embrace during nighttime.
Go down to the river.
Emphasizing the desire to escape from everyday life, to find clarity and peace.
Are you ready? I'm ready!
Expressing eagerness and determination to seize the moment, to embark on an exciting journey together.
Climbed the tower to the top
Conquering obstacles, pushing through challenges, and striving for greatness.
Smashed the glass globes
Breaking free from constraints and limitations, shattering boundaries to embrace true freedom.
Laughed as they dropped
Finding joy and satisfaction in defying expectations and witnessing the downfall of barriers.
I knew there was a reason I got up this morning
Recognizing the purpose and meaning behind every day, feeling a sense of fulfillment and motivation to seize each opportunity.
I got to feel the glory
Experiencing immense pride and satisfaction, basking in personal achievements and triumphs.
Now I want it all the time.
Craving continuous success and fulfillment, desiring to perpetually feel that sense of accomplishment and triumph.
Used to dream about this every day
Having aspirations and fantasies about the present moment, where dreams become reality.
Now it's standing right in front of me
The realization of dreams, witnessing the actualization of long-held desires in the present.
The mighty dirty dollar make a monster outta man
Highlighting the corrupting influence of wealth and materialism, how it can transform individuals into selfish, ruthless beings.
Cloggin' up the gutter, it's enough to make ya mad
Drawing attention to the negative consequences of greed and the hoarding of wealth, causing frustration and anger.
Call me when you wanna take the fight to all of that
Inviting collaboration and unity in the battle against the oppressive nature of materialism and greed.
You and I, my friend. We built this thing together.
Acknowledging the collective effort and shared journey of two individuals, emphasizing the strength and impact of collaboration.
I got that Mona Lisa secret sinner grin
Having a mysterious and mischievous smile, concealing hidden desires and indulgences.
I got that Muddy Waters song stuck in my head
Being captivated and consumed by a particular song, its melody and lyrics constantly playing in one's mind.
Hope this feeling never ends.
Expressing a desire for the current state of emotions and fulfillment to last indefinitely, not wanting it to fade away.
I wanna mix it up while I still can.
Wanting to embrace novelty and diversity, seeking new experiences and perspectives before it becomes too late.
It's doing figure eights in my head.
Indicating mental excitement and restlessness, the mind continuously cycling through various thoughts and ideas.
Don't you understand?
Pleading for comprehension and empathy, desiring others to grasp the significance of a situation or feeling.
You and I, my friend. We built this thing together.
Reiterating the importance and strength of collaboration, acknowledging the shared effort and accomplishments of two individuals.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Trevor Reilly, Nuno Pereira, Nicholas Angelini, Brian Robinson, Jason Milbank, James Whitten
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@francocf36
Lyrics:
Let it begin (begin)
Push it away but it's pulling me in (me in)
Try to pretend (pretend)
I'm not aware when I do it again (again)
I know the signs (signs)
I see the pattern in front of my eyes (eyes)
Something inside me opens up wide (wide)
Stretching and coming alive (alive)
I can't stop it when it starts
Trying not to fall apart
Building up until it all goes dark
I can feel it getting closer
(In my head) breathing heavy on my shoulder
(And I'm trying to fake it but there's no way to escape it)
(In my head) buried underneath the noises
(In my head) there's a million little voices
(Saying "You'll never make it and there's no way to escape it")
(In my head)
Coming around (around)
Thoughts are intruding, I'm pushing them down (down)
Stopping it now (now)
Blocking out, in fact I'm blocking it out (out)
Holding too tight (tight)
Kidding myself, turn a wrong into right (right)
Thief in the night (night)
I've been the one putting gas in the lights (lights)
I can't stop it when it starts
Trying not to fall apart
Building up until it all goes dark
I can feel it getting closer
(In my head) breathing heavy on my shoulder
(And I'm trying to fake it but there's no way to escape it)
'Cause I'm swirling in the panic of a shaking confidence
No, I don't have an answer when the questions don't make sense
I can feel it getting closer
(In my head) breathing heavy on my shoulder
(And I'm trying to fake it but there's no way to escape it)
(In my head) buried underneath the noises
(In my head) there's a million little voices
(Saying "You'll never make it and there's no way to escape it")
(In my head)
@shadowelder323
[Lyrics]
Let it begin
Push it away, but it's pulling me in
Try to pretend
I'm not aware when I do it again
I know the signs
I see the pattern in front of my eyes
Something inside me opens up wide
Stretching and coming alive
I can't stop it when it starts
Trying not to fall apart
Building up until it all goes dark
In my head
I can feel it getting closer
In my head
Breathing heavy on my shoulder
And I'm trying to fake it
But there's no way to escape it
In my head
Buried underneath the noises
In my head
There's a million little voices
Saying "You'll never make it
And there's no way to escape it"
In my head
Coming around
Thoughts are intruding, I'm pushing them down
Stopping it now
Blocking out, in fact I'm blocking it out
Holding too tight
Kidding myself, turn a wrong into right
Thief in the night
I've been the one putting gas in the lights
I can't stop it when it starts
Trying not to fall apart
Building up until it all goes dark
In my head
I can feel it getting closer
In my head
Breathing heavy on my shoulder
And I'm trying to fake it
But there's no way to escape it
'Cause I'm swirling in the panic of
A shaking confidence
No, I don't have an answer
When the questions don't make sense
In my head
I can feel it getting closer
In my head
Breathing heavy on my shoulder
And I'm trying to fake it
But there's no way to escape it
In my head
Buried underneath the noises
In my head
There's a million little voices
Saying "You'll never make it
And there's no way to escape it"
In my head
Credit goes to Genius.com
@clubgolfgolf
[lyrics]
Let it begin (begin)
Push it away but it's pulling me in (me in)
Try to pretend (pretend)
I'm not aware when I do it again (again)
I know the signs (signs)
I see the pattern in front of my eyes (eyes)
Something inside me opens up wide (wide)
Stretching and coming alive (alive)
I can't stop it when it starts
Trying not to fall apart
Building up until it all goes dark
I can feel it getting closer
(In my head) breathing heavy on my shoulder
(And I'm trying to fake it but there's no way to escape it)
(In my head) buried underneath the noises
(In my head) there's a million little voices
(Saying "You'll never make it and there's no way to escape it")
(In my head)
Coming around (around)
Thoughts are intruding, I'm pushing them down (down)
Stopping it now (now)
Blocking out, in fact I'm blocking it out (out)
Holding too tight (tight)
Kidding myself, turn a wrong into right (right)
Thief in the night (night)
I've been the one putting gas in the lights (lights)
I can't stop it when it starts
Trying not to fall apart
Building up until it all goes dark
I can feel it getting closer
(In my head) breathing heavy on my shoulder
(And I'm trying to fake it but there's no way to escape it)
'Cause I'm swirling in the panic of a shaking confidence
No, I don't have an answer when the questions don't make sense
I can feel it getting closer
(In my head) breathing heavy on my shoulder
(And I'm trying to fake it but there's no way to escape it)
(In my head) buried underneath the noises
(In my head) there's a million little voices
(Saying "You'll never make it and there's no way to escape it")
(In my head)
@timedelayed
LYRICS
Let it begin
Push it away but it's pulling me in
Try to pretend
I'm not aware when I do it again
I know the signs
I see the pattern in front of my eyes
Something inside me opens up wide
Stretching and coming alive
I can't stop it when it starts
Trying not to fall apart
Building up until it all goes dark
In my head
I can feel it getting closer
In my head
Breathing heavy on my shoulder
And I'm trying to fake it
But there's no way to escape it
In my head
Buried underneath the noises
In my head
There's a million little voices
Saying "You'll never make it
And there's no way to escape it"
In my head
Coming around
Thoughts are intruding, I'm pushing them down
Stopping it now
Blocking out, in fact I'm blocking it out
Holding too tight
Kidding myself, turn a wrong into right
Thief in the night
I've been the one putting gas in the lights
I can't stop it when it starts
Trying not to fall apart
Building up until it all goes dark
In my head
I can feel it getting closer
In my head
Breathing heavy on my shoulder
And I'm trying to fake it
But there's no way to escape it
'Cause I'm swirling in the panic of
A shaking confidence
No, I don't have an answer
When the questions don't make sense
In my head
I can feel it getting closer
In my head
Breathing heavy on my shoulder
And I'm trying to fake it
But there's no way to escape it
In my head
Buried underneath the noises
In my head
There's a million little voices
Saying "You'll never make it
And there's no way to escape it"
In my head
@KaileeMorgue
couldn’t be more grateful to be apart of this 🖤
@scottiepipps
Mike knows alot about great singers from Phoenix Arizona. You are one of them
@OmarAlikaj
Hi, Kailee.
@aunknownstranger
Congratss 🖤
@moonguys4913
Girl you finer than wine!
@lovekell
i love you kailee, congrats on getting a little more recognition because of this, soon i will say that i knew you before all of this scream thing. 💐
@davidkiss2542
I'm just so happy that Mike's still here and keeps making amazing music for us. Thank you, Mike ❤
@TheNobodyOfHarambe
@@n1nj4l1nk it's literally an L connected to a P with a hexagon around it. Each side of the hexagon represents a band member, with one missing because Chester died. Nothing remotely close to anything pedophilic. Stop spreading bullshit kid.
@FloT.
Thank you Mike ❤
@tsurugi12
Really thankful for that, as well. Never feel bad for continuing with your music after the disbanding of Linkin Park. It's a new, hard chapter to move on. Hope after this new, strong song that you ain't lost in the darkness in your head. Wish you the best.