The self-proclaimed "demi gods of horror-cor… Read Full Bio ↴2008–2012, 2014–present
The self-proclaimed "demi gods of horror-core" known as Spraynard formed in 2008 with one intention in mind: to plant the ideological seeds of unrestrained patriotism in the minds of their listeners.
Guitarist Pat Graham was seen at rallies supporting the Iraq War as recently as January, 2010. "I'm not just here to support our military offensive in Iraq - I'm here to support every kind of military action imaginable, past, present, and future. I will not be satisfied until every last person in this world is pledging to my American flag. I have no apologies."
To propagate this message of extreme colonialism, Spraynard implements "subtle yet strong patriotic themes" in their songs and records. Graham explains, "if you actually take just two fucking minutes to think about our lyrics, you'll find that they're all about preserving the kind of America that the puritan settlers intended to create. And yes, that means I support the revival of actual witch hunts."
These intensely nationalist perspectives have caught up with the band in the form of physical confrontation. Outside of a show in Boston, MA, the band was assaulted by a small army of 242 anti-fascist skinheads. According to the band, if it weren't for Dos, they might have actually lost the fight.
Bassist Mark asserts that he is indifferent to his bandmates' political beliefs. Showcasing Spraynard's trademark sense of humor, Mark joked "as long as I get paid in smack, I am happy."
The band reunited in March 31, 2014.
I Care Not
Spraynard Lyrics
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From the cloth that they stitch together for the clothing that we wear
From the broadcast on the TV that we watch without a doubt in our heads or in our hearts
Why cant we add this together?
Are we dreaming because we know were not awake? (x2)
We cant keep doing this to ourselves (x3)
The lyrics to Spraynard's song I Care Not reflect the societal disconnect that exists in a modern capitalist society. The song lyrically touches on the way in which consumerism has led to a fragmented world where we no longer care about the things that we should. The singer ponders on the interconnectedness of our lives, highlighting the links between the food we eat, the clothes we wear, and the media we consume. The lyrics serve as a wake-up call, asking us to question the ways in which modern society has led to a sense of complacency and apathy.
The line "Are we dreaming because we know we're not awake?" serves as a reference to the idea that we are living in a society that has become numb to the harsh realities of the world. The singer is asking if we are living in a dreamlike state, ignoring the issues and challenges that exist all around us. The repetition of the line emphasizes the singer's uncertainty and genuine concern for the current state of the world.
The final line "We can't keep doing this to each other" summarizes the song's overarching message. It is a call to action, asking the listener to consider their impact on others and the world as a whole. The lyrics are a reminder that if we continue to ignore the interconnectedness of our lives, we will continue to hurt ourselves and those around us.
Line by Line Meaning
From the farm to your hand to your mouth
Starting from where food comes from to how it reaches us.
From the cloth that they stitch together for the clothing that we wear
Referring to the clothes that we wear and how they are made from woven fabric.
From the broadcast on the TV that we watch without a doubt in our heads or in our hearts
Talking about the influence of media on our thoughts and emotions, and how we accept everything without questioning it.
Why cant we add this together?
Asking why we can't see the bigger picture to understand how everything is interconnected.
Are we dreaming because we know were not awake? (x2)
Questioning whether we are living a lie, unaware of the reality of the situation.
We cant keep doing this to ourselves (x3)
Expressing how we cannot keep damaging ourselves through our ignorance and lack of understanding.
We cant keep doing this to each other
The need to stop harming each other and work towards a more harmonious and peaceful existence.
Contributed by Ellie R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.