With the departure of Roberts in 1998, the band quickly recruited guitarists Scott Seargant (Killing Culture) and Snake (Skrew)and went into writting mode. These sessions led to the Eyesore E.P which introduced the new line up (Available as a limited edition release of only 5000 copies which to this day remains a cult classic with fans worldwide). In 1999 the band entered El Paso's Village studio, again with producer Andy Sneap, to record Disembody: The New Flesh. The album went on to become an underground favorite for die hard metal fans around the globe. 18 months of touring would follow, with the band sharing the stage with the likes of Exodus, S.O.D, Fear Factory, the Deftones, Coal Chamber, Deicide, Entombed, and Napalm Death. 1999 would also see the band making another appearance on the main stage of the Dynamo Open Air Festival.
In 2003, Skinlab parted with guitarist Scott Seargant, and introduced Glen Telford to the line up. With Telford onboard, the band recorded The Revolting Room, which to some, was the highlight of the bands recording collection. Revolting Room saw the band move in more of a heavy/melodic direction, both in terms of song writing and production. This time the band worked with Producer Steve Evetts (Hatebreed,Glasjaw), bringing in Andy Sneap to round out the ulitmate mix of metal fans have learned to love.
The Revolting Room touring cycle saw the band share the stage with such acts as Hatebreed, Superjoint Ritual, Arch Enemy, Soil, and In Flames. They would hit stages from London to El Paso, making friends and new fans by the thousands. After a successful run of dates on the JagerMusic/Slayer Tour, the band decided to take a break and explore other musical adventures.
After a 4 year hiatus Skinlab, returned to the road with the "The Face Of Aggression" tour. This tour saw the band bring back it's furious stage presence and 'in for the kill attitude', culminating with a June 3rd 2007 performance at The Oakland Metro. This intense performance was captured for a future DVD and live album release.(04/29/2008 Skinlab return with the release of "SkinnedAlive!" through BCD Music Group).
The band is hard at work, writing the next full length album "The Scars Between Us", which will be released on September 15th, 2009.
Discography:
* Bound, Gagged and Blindfolded (1997)
* Eyesore EP (1998)
* Disembody: The New Flesh (1999)
* Revolting Room (2002)
* Nerve Damage (2004)
* The Scars Between Us (2009)
Come Get It
Skinlab Lyrics
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If you want it bad enough you'll try to find a way
So if you need it, gotta take, take it from me
I got it all, I got the cure for your disease.
So just forget it, just forget what they say
It doesn't matter, no it doesn't matter anyway
It's just anotherm just another fucked up day
One chance, one time to admit it
You can't resist because your so goddamn addicted
The lights not so bright unless you abuse it
You can't admit that you're a goddamn loser of life.
I'm not crazy
It's just mixed emotions
And I gotta get 'em out of my head
I'm not crazy
It's just mixed emotions
And sometimes I think I'm better off dead.
So come and get it, come and get it, take it from me
If you want it bad enough you'll try to find a way
Just to get a... just to get another fix
I got it all, I got the high you can't resist
You don't get it, you just don't get it you see
You got your problems, yet you blame them on society
You don't get it, you just don't get it you see
You got your problems, but you cat't blame society
Last chance last time to admit it
Got to admit that your so goddamn addicted
The light ain't so bright unless you abuse it
You can't admit that you're a goddamn loser.
I'm not crazy
It's just mixed emotions
And I gotta get 'em out of my head
I'm not crazy
It's just mixed emotions
And sometimes I think I'm better off dead.
The lyrics of Skinlab's song Come Get It reflect the theme of addiction and self-destruction. The artist is conveying a message that those who struggle with addiction need to wake up and take control of their lives themselves, rather than blaming society or making excuses. The chorus of the song, "So come and get it, come and get it, take it from me, If you want it bad enough you'll try to find a way,” emphasizes the idea that making an effort is necessary in order to overcome addiction.
The lyrics also suggest that addiction is a disease that requires a cure. The line "I got it all, I got the cure for your disease" could symbolize the promise of temporary relief from addiction through drug use. The artist is essentially saying that people may be able to get a temporary fix, but they will always be dependent on drugs if they do not take control of their lives.
The song also features themes of nihilism and a sense of resignation. The artist seems to suggest that there is no point in trying to change the world, as it is simply a "fucked up" place. He states, "It's just another fucked up day, Look in the mirror see the product of society." This sense of hopelessness could indicate that the artist believes the only way to cope with the world is through a drug-induced haze.
Line by Line Meaning
So come and get it, come and get it, take it from me
The singer is inviting the listener to take what they need from them.
If you want it bad enough you'll try to find a way
The singer believes that if someone wants something badly enough, they will do anything to get it.
So if you need it, gotta take, take it from me
The singer is reemphasizing that the listener needs to take what they need from them.
I got it all, I got the cure for your disease.
The artist believes they have what it takes to make the listener better.
So just forget it, just forget what they say
The artist is telling the listener to ignore what others say about them or their situation.
It doesn't matter, no it doesn't matter anyway
The singer believes that what others say about the listener doesn't matter.
It's just anotherm just another fucked up day
The singer is acknowledging that everyday can be tough.
Look in the mirror see the product of society.
The artist is referring to societal factors that have influenced the listener's life and shaped who they are.
One chance, one time to admit it
The artist is emphasizing that the listener only has one opportunity to confess the truth.
You can't resist because your so goddamn addicted
The artist believes the listener is unable to resist because they are too addicted to something.
The lights not so bright unless you abuse it
The singer believes that life isn't as enjoyable unless one is living recklessly.
You can't admit that you're a goddamn loser of life.
The artist believes that the listener is a failure at life, but can't admit it.
It's just mixed emotions
The singer is saying that they are experiencing complex emotions.
And I gotta get 'em out of my head
The singer needs to find a way to deal with these emotions.
Just to get a... just to get another fix
The singer is referring to someone who is willing to do anything to get another drug fix.
I got it all, I got the high you can't resist
The artist has access to drugs that the listener can't resist.
You don't get it, you just don't get it you see
The artist believes the listener doesn't understand.
You got your problems, yet you blame them on society
The singer believes that the listener is blaming society for their problems instead of taking responsibility for them.
Last chance last time to admit it
This is the listener's final opportunity to confess the truth.
Got to admit that your so goddamn addicted
The artist believes the listener needs to admit that they are addicted, and to seek help.
You can't admit that you're a goddamn loser.
The artist believes that the listener is a failure, but cannot admit it.
And sometimes I think I'm better off dead.
The artist is struggling with their own emotions, and may have suicidal thoughts.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: BRYAN THOMPSON, PAUL SCOTT
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