Through the years, the band went through many line-up changes, with Ben and John being the only constant members since the band's inception. Screeching Weasel officially broke up for (roughly) the third - and allegedly final - time on July 6, 2001.
The band did a few surprise shows between 2001-2009.
Ben Weasel reformed the group in March 2009 with a new line-up, and without John Jughead. Ben had released solo albums that were the same just in his name. John finally settled for T-Shirt money for being an original member of the band and a royalties for a handful songs he co-wrote, and let Ben play as Screeching Weasel with the hundreds of song lyrics and music has written.
Former Members include renowned punk rock record producer Mass Giorgini on bass guitar, Dan Panic (born Dan Sullivan) on drums, and Danny Vapid (born Dan Schafer,on guitar or bass, depending on the band's necessity. Dan is currently fronting The Methadones and formerly of Sludgeworth)
Members of Screeching Weasel have gone on to form bands such as: The Methadones, The Mopes, Even in Blackouts, and Sweet Black And Blue.
Screeching Weasel has also included members of Green Day, Sludgeworth, Common Rider, Squirtgun, and Teen Idols.
During one of the band's many break-ups, Weasel and Vapid also formed the Riverdales. Additionally, Ben Weasel released a solo record in 2002 entitled Fidatevi.
In 2004 Ben Weasel rescinded all of the Screeching Weasel and Riverdales masters from Lookout! Records in the wake of long-running financial and personal conflicts. The masters were subsequently licensed to and reissued by Asian Man Records.
On December 7, 2010, it was announced that Screeching Weasel will release a new album on March 15, 2011, the band's first album in eleven years. The album will be titled First World Manifesto and will be released on Fat Wreck Chords. It will contain 14 new songs and is produced by Mike Kennerty of The All-American Rejects. It was announced that the label will also be releasing the back catalogs of Screeching Weasel, the Riverdales, and Ben Weasel.
On March 18, 2011, during Screeching Weasel's South by Southwest Festival performance at the Scoot Inn in Austin, Texas, Foster reached from the stage and slapped a female audience member who had spit on him several times. This sent off a fire storm web frenzy from all of the self -righteous non Screeching Weasel fans. Ben apologized for his actions, but all of the perfect people who never loose there cool were not satisfied.
Ben and his hired band had a falling out. He found out who his true friends and fans were. After over a year of spending time with his family and raising a new baby, he released Carnival of Schadenfreude EP in 2011 with huge interest and has resumed his music career again full swing.
I can see clearly Now
Screeching Weasel Lyrics
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I can see all obstacles in my way
Gone are the dark clouds that had me blind
It's gonna be a bright (bright), bright (bright)
Sun-Shiny day.
I think I can make it now, the pain is gone
All of the bad feelings have disappeared
It's gonna be a bright (bright), bright (bright)
Sun-Shiny day.
Look all around, there's nothin' but blue skies
Look straight ahead, nothin' but blue skies
I can see clearly now, the rain is gone,
I can see all obstacles in my way
Gone are the dark clouds that had me blind
It's gonna be a bright (bright), bright (bright)
The lyrics to Screeching Weasel's "I Can See Clearly" are a message of hope and optimism in the face of difficult times. The song tells the story of a person who has overcome some significant obstacles in their life and has come out on the other side, able to see everything clearly and with a renewed sense of purpose. The rain and dark clouds are a metaphor for the difficulties and struggles that this person has faced, but now that those obstacles are gone, they can see the path ahead of them.
The line "All of the bad feelings have disappeared" speaks to a sense of inner peace that comes from overcoming adversity. Perhaps this person has processed their past trauma or has found a way to deal with their emotions in a healthy way. The line "Here is the rainbow I've been prayin' for" suggests that this person has been holding onto hope even in the darkest of times, and now that hope has materialized into something real and tangible. The repetition of the phrase "bright (bright), bright (bright) Sun-Shiny day" emphasizes the positivity and optimism that this person is feeling - they know that there will still be challenges ahead, but they are ready to face them head-on with a renewed sense of purpose and determination.
Overall, the lyrics to "I Can See Clearly" are a powerful message of hope and resilience. They encourage listeners to keep pushing through difficult times and to believe that better days are ahead. The imagery of rain and dark clouds being replaced by sunshine and blue skies is a metaphor that many can relate to, and the catchy melody and upbeat tempo make this a feel-good anthem that is sure to lift anyone's spirits.
Line by Line Meaning
I can see clearly now, the rain is gone,
I have a clear vision now that the obstacles are out of my way.
I can see all obstacles in my way
I am aware of the hurdles that I may face in achieving my goals.
Gone are the dark clouds that had me blind
I am free from the negative mindset that was stopping me from seeing things clearly.
It's gonna be a bright (bright), bright (bright)
I have a positive outlook on life now, and I am excited for what's to come.
Sun-Shiny day.
I anticipate happiness and success in the future.
I think I can make it now, the pain is gone
I am confident that I will overcome any challenges as I am free from self-doubt and negative emotions.
All of the bad feelings have disappeared
Negative emotions are no longer clouding my judgement or hindering my progress.
Here is the rainbow I've been prayin' for
I have finally found peace and happiness and my waiting is over.
Look all around, there's nothin' but blue skies
The opportunities and possibilities are endless.
Look straight ahead, nothin' but blue skies
I am moving forward and only good things are in my future.
Lyrics © C1C2 Produtora De Eventos Musicais, BMG Rights Management, Capitol CMG Publishing, Songtrust Ave, CTM Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Johnny Nash
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