"We're a touring act, and we've been on the road pretty much non-stop over the last decade," explains Doughty, offering that the more recent creation of the band's own local recording studio and rehearsal clubhouse (within the warehouse district of Mission Valley just inland of Ocean Beach) certainly aided and influenced their last release Top of the World, and has inspired their latest sessions, which the band anticipates could stretch into a few different recording projects.
"Over the last 3 years we started our own studio and within the last 9 months, anticipating the window for new album sessions, the band has invested into innovations and equipment upgrades for the studio in a quest to capture and progress our signature sound forward. Having our own studio really enables us to make records at our own pace and to make the right records, hopefully (with a grin) at various stages of our career,” Doughty continues. “What's nice about having our own environment to record in and analyze the music is it really lets you keep an organic feel. For us, I feel like it's a step into the next level, as far as understanding the process of recording, understanding the process of songwriting. We took everything that we've learned over the years and really put it into this place and into our music.” The property also houses the creative loft space that has become the official offices of the band’s own label Stoopid Records, which issued the band’s second album in 1999 Acoustic Roots, and has continued to be their preferred method of distributing the band’s recorded material.
Another key ingredient to what makes Slightly Stoopid extraordinarily special is the inclusion of several musical guests, both live and in the studio. "It really keeps that 'family atmosphere' for us,” says Doughty. “I think it really shows in the music — we live for the spirit of collaboration and on Top of The World we had G. Love, Angelo Moore from Fishbone, Don Carlos, Barrington Levy, Ian Neville from Dumpstaphunk, Tory Ruffin from Morris Day and the Time and Fishbone, and singer/songwriter Angela Hunte. Angelo Moore to me is one of the greatest front-men to ever step foot on a stage. As a fan and out of respect, I try to do something with Angelo every time we have a record, really. If you listen to his lyrics, his vocal performance—I don't know who could keep up with Angelo on stage. Don Carlos from Black Uhuru is one of the legendary reggae singers of all time and we've had the pleasure of working with him the last few years. We've been friends with G. Love for over 15 years, and we've been able to work together quite a few different times in the studio. It seems like second nature. Whenever you're recording with G., it's almost like you're really just hanging out with your bro and you happen to hit record. We've done so many shows together and so many studio sessions, it becomes second nature.“
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Slightly Stoopid Lyrics
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Go!
Hey man I say it almost every single day
I want to break a beer bottle over someone else's head
Feelin' to hit you won't you calmly step out side
Don't you care about me don't you care about you
Pick it up!
Hey man I say it almost every single day
I want to break a beer bottle over someone else's head
Feelin' to hit you won't you calmly step out side
Don't you care about me don't you care about you
Stop!
The lyrics to Slightly Stoopid's song "Stop" seem to be a statement on the importance of stopping and reflecting before acting impulsively. The repeated phrases of "Stop!" and "Go!" are a representation of the internal struggle between wanting to act out in anger and the realization that it's not the best choice. The line "I want to break a beer bottle over someone else's head" is a visceral expression of anger and frustration, but with the following line, "Feelin' to hit you won't you calmly step outside," it's clear that the lyrics are not advocating for violence.
The line "Don't you care about me don't you care about you" is a reminder that the consequences of impulsive actions can be significant and that taking a moment to stop and think before reacting can prevent harm to both oneself and others. In this way, "Stop" can be seen as a call to action for listeners to take a step back and consider the impact of their words and actions before acting on impulse.
Overall, "Stop" can be interpreted as a meditation on the importance of mindfulness and restraint. By taking the time to pause and reflect, we can avoid situations that may cause harm, and instead, make choices that benefit ourselves and those around us.
Line by Line Meaning
Stop!
Stop whatever you are doing.
Go!
Now you can proceed.
Hey man I say it almost every single day
I express my frustration regularly.
I want to break a beer bottle over someone else's head
I am angry and violent.
Feelin' to hit you won't you calmly step out side
I am so mad that I want to fight you.
Don't you care about me don't you care about you
Aren't you worried about the consequences of our actions?
Stop!
Stop whatever you are doing.
Pick it up!
Now you can proceed with more energy or enthusiasm.
Hey man I say it almost every single day
I still express my frustration regularly.
Lyrics © Freibank Musikverlags und vermarktungs GmbH, BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sentric Music, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Bruce Brody, Gregg Sutton, Sam Brown
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@heidygeraldinleon
When everytime I close my eyes and I see your face
And I know ain’t a thing up in the world that will ever take your place
When I’m gone I just know that them things won’t change
Plus I know without you in my life that will never be the same
And a rhythm you play or a drum that you feel
My love for you well you know that it’s real
All that she sayin’ and all that she’ll do,
I know my love for her well I know that it’s true
I don’t stop, stop the way I feel, because I love you
Lord I won’t stop, stop the way I feel because I love you
You got a smile that lights up my life and I won’t let go
I see the moon and the stars in your eyes and I’m wantin’ you to know
It’s been some time you’ve been in my life since the day we’ve met
I think of you and the times that we’ve had I will never forget
And a rhythm you play or a drum that you feel
My love for you well you know that it’s real
All that she sayin’ and all that she’ll do,
I know my love for her well I know that it’s true
I don’t stop, stop the way I feel, because I love you
Lord I won’t stop, stop the way I feel because I love you
@coyotefeather4896
Dude I am just in love with all this footage of OB. Back when I was 21 I hitchhiked and train hopped my way around the country, and ended up kicking it in OB for a good while. Made a bunch of friends, went to bonfires on the beach, street performed on Newport, went cliff diving, got my heart broken, worked up the courage to play my first open mic at a bar there, went to some good vibe house parties, scavenged half-eaten burritos out of the trash and ate like a king, surfed my first wave at Blacks, slept on the roof of a convenience store but to me it was a palace, learned about the unconditional love that connects us all, didn't get stabbed by tweakers.... 12 years later I'm back in Texas for a while taking care of my mom. She has cancer and it has been incredibly difficult, but thanks for bringing me back to a magical time. one love, y'all ✌️
@solo_dolo8184
Dope story bro, hope ur fam gets better. U must be a good person to be takin care of ur fam
@LaRiataDemexico
hope momma get better bro 🙏🏾
@famousimposter9901
good story man hope everything in life goes your way
@aarongriffith4993
You keep the love circulating
@donivanhummel3106
Been there, just lost my baby brother and it does bring back good memories. Much love brother
@cenayoucantseeme
I swear to god, if I didn't have Bob Marley and Slightly Stoopid, I don't know what I would do with my life :D
@kylesevere6124
No matter what kinda day I've had NOBODY has ever made me feel so much better in life then your music you guys keep blowing minds out there
@chrisburns2005
I have lived in Dago for 30 years and this is a reminder why I STAY HERE ! Cheers S.D. !!!!
@RickPreciado
Slightly stoopid is like da bandaid to my sublime