SMB fuses every kind of music from throughout history using both digital and standard instruments into a seamless blend of mind blowing rock. There are no walls, there are no boundaries. This band has proven that you can think outside of the box, and still get in people's heads.
Since the band released The Process of Assimilation in 2004, SMB has played hundreds of shows across the USA and sold thousands of records to fans all around the world. In 2005 SMB released The Museum of Barnyard Oddities, a collection of b-sides, covers and remixes that has attained legendary status. In 2006 There Is No God In Space dropped- the band's most daring album to date-and all hell has broken loose.
Current band members
* Reverend John Wheeler IV — vocals, keyboards, programming, samples
* Bryan "Da Gimp" Pierson — drums, programming, samples (2000 - present)
* Cassidy "Cass" Nee — bass, bass synth, live keys (2002 - present)
* Jesse "Turff" McInturff — guitars, programming (2007 - present)
Former members
* Owen Good III — guitars, backing vocals (1997 - 2007)
* former bassist (he would like to remain anonymous) — bass (1997 - 2002)
* Dan Gould — drums (1997 - 2000)
Boot
Screaming Mechanical Brain Lyrics
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Can I get a witness, can I reboot to the menu screen?
The stupid leading the blind is why I wish I could be just
Retarded! Retarded!
Told you once I told you twice I lost my mind and then my voice
Told you once I told you twice I lost my mind and then my voice
Retarded! Retarded!
Whoa whoa whoa
Retard retard retard
If ignorance is bliss enlightenment is punishment
If ignorance is bliss enlightenment is punishment
The stupid leading the blind is why I wish I could be just
Retarded! Retarded! Retarded!
Come sit on grandpa's lap.
The lyrics to Screaming Mechanical Brain's song Boot can be interpreted in a number of ways, but at its core, it seems to be a commentary on the frustrations of modern technology and the way that our reliance on it often makes us feel overwhelmed and powerless. The repeated refrain of "Can I get a witness, can I reboot to the menu screen?" suggests a plea for help and a desire to escape from the constraints of our digital world. The line "the stupid leading the blind" seems to be a criticism of those who are in power but lack the knowledge or understanding to make good decisions, while the repeated use of the word "retarded" is jarring and uncomfortable, perhaps meant to shock us out of our complacency and force us to confront uncomfortable truths.
At the same time, there's a sense of resignation and even humor to the lyrics. The repeated use of the word "retarded" is deliberately absurd and over-the-top, and the final line of the song -"Come sit on grandpa's lap" - feels like a bit of a non-sequitur, almost like the singer is saying "well, we're all screwed anyway, we might as well try to find some small comfort in the chaos."
Overall, Boot is a provocative and challenging song that forces us to confront some uncomfortable truths about our relationship with technology and the world around us.
Line by Line Meaning
Can I get a witness, can I reboot to the menu screen?
Asking for confirmation if it is possible to reset everything to the standard settings.
The stupid leading the blind is why I wish I could be just Retarded! Retarded!
The frustration and wish to be ignorant, rather than follow those who lack knowledge and wisdom.
Told you once I told you twice I lost my mind and then my voice
Repeated attempts to communicate, but the failure to be heard can lead to insanity and inability to express oneself.
If ignorance is bliss enlightenment is punishment
Acknowledgement that knowledge can bring pain, while ignorance can bring false happiness.
Come sit on grandpa's lap.
A sudden, random and inappropriate invitation to a person, perhaps indicating some loss of mental stability.
Contributed by Colin H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.