"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.“
The Prophet
Slightly Stoopid Lyrics
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To let me keep it for myself,
But while the world's been turning upside-down
It's hard to talk about.
Another bottle off the shelf
With the hand that you've been dealt.
What's going wrong's been going on
It's time for you to scream and shout.
And I ain't no prophet
To cure some damn disease.
And would you help me anyway
If I was on my knees?
I'm going through my time of change
In my time of need,
And every little thing is gonna
Be all the same.
I never thought too much on wealth
To let me keep it for myself,
But while the world's been turning upside-down
It's hard to talk about.
Another bottle off the shelf
With the hand that you've been dealt.
What's going wrong's been going on
It's time for you to scream and shout.
I went to that corner store
To get myself a bottle of beer.
I was rollin with a friend of mine
When the liquor was a little more clear.
I always knew what I wanted from the start
Was a reason just to get out late.
Drinkin early was a dream for the summertime,
Music, and my seed, Mary Jane.
I never thought too much on wealth
To let me keep it for myself,
But while the world's been turning upside-down
It's hard to talk about.
I never thought too much on wealth
To let me keep it for myself,
But while the world's been turning upside-down
It's hard to talk about.
Another bottle off the shelf
With the hand that you've been dealt.
What's going wrong's been going on
It's time for you to scream and shout.
What's going wrong's been going on
It's time for you to scream and shout.
It's time for you to scream and shout.
It's time for you to scream and shout.
The lyrics to Slightly Stoopid's song "Prophet" express a sense of frustration with the state of the world and a desire for change. The singer acknowledges that they never cared much about wealth, and instead of keeping it for themselves, they want to address the problems they see around them. However, they also recognize that talking about these issues is difficult when the world seems to be turning "upside-down." The singer turns to alcohol as a means of coping, but they seem to be longing for something more meaningful, perhaps a reason to stay up late and enjoy life with friends and loved ones.
The chorus of the song further emphasizes the singer's feeling of helplessness. They acknowledge that they are not a "prophet" who can solve society's problems and wonders if anyone would even help them if they were in need. Despite this, the singer seems to be going through a significant change in their life and is seeking some kind of guidance or support. They may feel overwhelmed by the world's problems but are determined to persevere, even if it means screaming and shouting their frustrations.
Line by Line Meaning
I never thought too much on wealth
I never placed too much importance on money
To let me keep it for myself,
I was never one to hoard my wealth
But while the world's been turning upside-down
However, with the chaotic state of the world
It's hard to talk about.
It's difficult to discuss such matters
Another bottle off the shelf
When faced with such hardships, turning to alcohol seems like the only solution
With the hand that you've been dealt.
Dealing with the cards that life has dealt
What's going wrong's been going on
The issues we're facing have been going on for a while now
It's time for you to scream and shout.
It's time to let out your frustrations
And I ain't no prophet
I am not a divine messenger
To cure some damn disease.
I don't have the power to cure any illness
And would you help me anyway
Even if I did, would you lend a hand?
If I was on my knees?
If I were in a vulnerable position?
I'm going through my time of change
I'm currently experiencing a period of transition
In my time of need,
During a time when I require support
And every little thing is gonna
Regardless of what happens
Be all the same.
Everything will remain unchanged
I went to that corner store
I walked to the corner store
To get myself a bottle of beer.
To purchase a beer for myself
I was rollin with a friend of mine
I was hanging out with a friend
When the liquor was a little more clear.
When the effects of the alcohol were more apparent
I always knew what I wanted from the start
I always had a clear objective in mind
Was a reason just to get out late.
Simply an excuse to stay out late
Drinkin early was a dream for the summertime,
Drinking in the early hours of the day was a summer fantasy
Music, and my seed, Mary Jane.
Listening to music and smoking marijuana
What's going wrong's been going on
The problems we're facing have been ongoing
It's time for you to scream and shout.
It's time to express your frustrations
It's time for you to scream and shout.
Once again, it's time to let it all out
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lil chris
If Bradley were alive today he would be proud of slightly stoopid and be proud of how far they have come as a band. The music SS continues to make and the vibes they bring along with that music is something to cherish always!
Mad Flavor Disciple
Christopher Hendrix I feel like a tool, I had never heard these Cats but I felt a Sublime (baddish)/ Long Beach Dub Allstar vibe... What is the connection.
lil chris
Steven Stevens Bradley signed slightly stoopid to his record I believe it was skunk records. If I am wrong someone can correct me. But yeah I guess Bradley knowell was kind if there mentor in some way. Anyways slightly stoopid got there start into the music biz because of him.
lil chris
Steven Stevens oh and I think the prophet was originally sublimes song. They have like an older live version of the prophet. And slightly stoopid has an acoustic live version of this song as well.
Aaron Schiff
+Christopher Hendrix nah it was Slightly track, Brad just really dug it so Sublime made a cover but its really awesome because Bradley actually played bass on the original Stoopid version of this song!
lil chris
Aaron Schiff I always confused on who's song it actually was. But alright cool thanks for correcting me. It's a chill song for sure though and all the different versions sound good.
Dub Yahhh
When Brad said at the end this song needs to be rethought out they really did it and did it well. Props boys
matt skinner
Gives me chills every time! RIP Brad. Stoopid head for life.
Ronnie Henry
Wow, this video gave me chills. such an awesome tribute.
Greg Raymond
Song gives me chills every time I listen to it. Much respect!