Seether gained mainstream popularity in 2002 with their US Active Rock number one single "Fine Again", and their success was sustained in 2004 with the single "Broken", which peaked at number 20 on the Billboard Hot 100. They have experienced continued success with number one hits on the Hot Mainstream Rock Tracks chart, such as "Remedy", "Fake It", "Country Song", "Words as Weapons", and "Let You Down". The band currently consists of lead vocalist/guitarist Shaun Morgan, bassist Dale Stewart, drummer John Humphrey and guitarist Corey Lowery (exStuck Mojo, Stereomud}. Seether has undergone several lineup changes since their formation in 1999, with vocalist/guitarist Shaun Morgan being the only constant member.
Take a Minute
Seether Lyrics
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On innocence
And I have seen you prey
And spread dissidence
And I have had you bleed
My confidence
And I have seen you breed
This violence
I guess it doesn't really have to make much sense
As long as you are having fun at my expense (for all)
I guess I shouldn't really shouldn't make it so intense
I'm sick of fucking suffering the consequence
I'm here to plant the seeds
Of negligence
I need to get away
From your influence
I will not mislead
Or misrepresent
And I will not concede
This punishment
I guess it doesn't really have to make much sense
As long as you are having fun at my expense (for all)
I guess I shouldn't really shouldn't make it so intense
I'm sick of fucking suffering the consequence
Paint me villain
As you make me crawl
Don't break rhythm
As you see me fall
Take a minute
To destroy this all
Paint me villain
As you make me crawl
Don't break rhythm
As you see me fall
Take a minute
To destroy this all
I guess it doesn't really have to make much sense
As long as you are having fun at my expense (for all)
I guess I shouldn't really shouldn't make it so intense
I'm sick of fucking suffering the consequence
Paint me villain
As you make me crawl
Don't break rhythm
As you see me fall
Take a minute
To destroy this all
Paint me villain
As you make me crawl
Don't break rhythm
As you see me fall
Take a minute
To destroy this all
The lyrics to Seether's song "Take a Minute" address themes of manipulation, oppression, and the desire to break free from negative influences. The lyrics vividly depict the singer's experiences of observing someone taking advantage of innocence and causing discord, which has led to the erosion of the singer's confidence. This person, referred to as "you," is portrayed as spreading violence and breeding negativity.
The lyrics convey a sense of frustration and resignation as the singer acknowledges that these actions may not always make logical sense or be fair, but as long as the person causing harm derives pleasure from it, they continue to inflict suffering on the singer. The line "fun at my expense (for all)" suggests that the person's enjoyment comes from causing pain to others, highlighting the singer's realization that they are being used and taken advantage of.
The second paragraph reveals the singer's desire to escape the influence of this toxic individual and to confront their behavior. The singer intends to plant the seeds of negligence, implying that they will no longer prioritize this person's needs or be complicit in their actions. The lines "I will not mislead or misrepresent, and I will not concede this punishment" indicate a determination to resist being unfairly targeted and manipulated any longer.
The repeated chorus highlights the singer's increasing frustration and anger. They question the sense of it all, suggesting that the person's actions don't need to be justified or rationalized. The singer acknowledges their own responsibility in allowing the intense suffering to continue but affirms their exhaustion and unwillingness to suffer the consequences any further.
The final repetition of the chorus introduces new imagery. The singer is painted as a villain, forced to crawl and fall as a result of this person's actions. The plea to "take a minute to destroy this all" suggests a desperate longing for this destructive dynamic to come to an end. The repetition and emphasis on destruction demonstrate the singer's desire for a complete and final resolution to the harm they've endured.
Overall, "Take a Minute" by Seether reflects the emotional turmoil of being manipulated and oppressed by someone who derives pleasure from the suffering of others. The lyrics convey a sense of frustration, resignation, and a longing to break free from this detrimental influence.
Line by Line Meaning
Well I have watched you feed
I have observed you deriving satisfaction from taking advantage of others
On innocence
Specifically, you target those who are naive and pure
And I have seen you prey
I have witnessed you hunting and victimizing others
And spread dissidence
Moreover, you actively promote discord and disagreement
And I have had you bleed
I have experienced you causing harm and undermining my confidence
My confidence
You specifically attack and weaken my self-assurance
And I have seen you breed
Furthermore, I have observed you perpetuating this violence
This violence
This refers to the cycle of harm and aggression that you cultivate
I guess it doesn't really have to make much sense
Perhaps it doesn't necessarily need to be logically coherent
As long as you are having fun at my expense (for all)
As long as you derive pleasure from causing me harm (for everyone to witness)
I guess I shouldn't really shouldn't make it so intense
Maybe I shouldn't make the situation overly intense or dramatic
I'm sick of fucking suffering the consequence
I'm tired of enduring the painful repercussions of your actions
I'm here to plant the seeds
I am present to sow the seeds
Of negligence
Specifically, the seeds of carelessness and irresponsibility
I need to get away
I strongly desire to escape
From your influence
Specifically, from your negative impact on me
I will not mislead
I refuse to deceive or misguide
Or misrepresent
Similarly, I will not distort or falsify
And I will not concede
I will not give in or surrender
This punishment
To the punishment you impose upon me
Paint me villain
Depict me as the antagonist
As you make me crawl
While you force me to metaphorically crawl in submission
Don't break rhythm
Do not disrupt the pattern or flow
As you see me fall
As you witness my downfall
Take a minute
Pause and reflect for a moment
To destroy this all
In order to completely dismantle and obliterate everything
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: SHAUN MORGAN WELGEMOED
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