Then State of Mine's fast and melodic skatepunk might be a perfect fit for you. Mostly influenced by the nineties Swedish skatepunk sound, and more established bands as Belvedere, Lagwagon and Man(d)y M(o)ore, State of Mine effectuated more than 75 shows on local and not-so-local stages in Belgium and abroad since November 2007. These shows included support slots for bands as SNFU (Can), Smoke or Fire (USA), Rentokill (Au), Mute (Can), High Five Drive (Can), Pendleton (UK), The Living Daylights (UK), Jet Market (It) and other massively talented, yet less known bands.
A first release followed after nearly a year of constant rehearsing and performing. The DIY "Geargrinder" EP sold out within the first months after it's release in October 2008. After a major change in the SoM line up (one guitar less, a replacement behind the drums and a new lead vocal), plans were made for a split CD with The Octopussy's, to be released under Kickass Records (the band’s own D.I.Y. record label) by the end of April 2009.
After a rushy 2009 filled with playing shows and promoting the split CD in Belgium, the band scheduled to start writing their debut full album “Accelerate!” around the end of the year. It quickly got clear that the only feasible option was to do the whole thing in a D.I.Y. fashion.
Slowly, but steadily, the recording sessions for “Accelerate!” started off in April 2010.
And now, at the start of 2011, the band is extremely proud to be able to present the finished album.
Next to that the need for a second guitar player became quite acute going through the recording process.
Victor Navarro (ex-Struggling for reason) happily filled the vacant spot.
As a fivepiece, State of Mine guarantees an energetic live show, spiced up with old and new skatepunk covers.
Anyone interested in booking State of Mine can contact Jeroen through jare102*at*hotmail*dot*com.
White socks prevail!
Curry. Pie. Vik. a3. Jare.
STATE OF MINE
Gangsta's Paradise
State Of Mine Lyrics
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Livin' in the gangsta's paradise
As I walk through the valley of
The shadow of death
I take a look at my life
And realize there's nothin' left
'Cause I've been blastin' and
Even my momma thinks that my mind is gone
But I ain't never crossed a
Man that didn't deserve it
Me be treated like a punk
You know that's unheard of
You better watch how you talkin'
And where you walkin'
Or you and your homies might
Be lined in chalk
I really hate to trip, but I gotta loc
As they croak
I see mysеlf in the pistol smoke
Fool, I'm the kinda G thе
Little homies wanna be like
On my knees in the night
Sayin' prayers in the streetlight
They've been spendin' most their lives
Livin' in the gangsta's paradise
They've been spendin' most their lives
Livin' in the gangsta's paradise
We keep spendin' most our lives
Livin' in the gangsta's paradise
We keep spendin' most our lives
Livin' in the gangsta's paradise
Look at the situation they got me facin'
I can't live a normal life
I was raised by the state
So I gotta be down with the hood team
Too much television watchin' got
Me chasin' dreams
I'm a educated fool with money on my mind
Got my ten in my hand, and a gleam in my eye
I'm a loc'd out gangsta, set trippin' banger
And my homies is down
So don't arouse my anger
Fool, death ain't nothin' but
A heartbeat away
I'm livin' life do or die, what can I say?
I'm 23 now, but will I live to see 24?
The way things is goin', I don't know
Tell me, why are we so blind to see
That the ones we hurt are you and me?
They've been spendin' most their lives
Livin' in the gangsta's paradise
They've been spendin' most their lives
Livin' in the gangsta's paradise
We keep spendin' most our lives
Livin' in the gangsta's paradise
We keep spendin' most our lives
Livin' in the gangsta's paradise
Power and the money, money and the power
Minute after minute, hour after hour
Everybody's runnin'
But half of them ain't lookin'
It's goin' on in the kitchen
But I don't know what's cookin'
They say I gotta learn
But nobody's here to teach me
If they can't understand it
How can they reach me?
I guess they can't, I guess they won't
I guess they frontin', that's why I know
My life is out of luck, fool!
They've been spendin' most their lives
Livin' in the gangsta's paradise
They've been spendin' most their lives
Livin' in the gangsta's paradise
We keep spendin' most our lives
Livin' in the gangsta's paradise
We keep spendin' most our lives
Livin' in the gangsta's paradise
Tell me, why are we so blind to see
That the ones we hurt are you and me?
Tell me, why are we so blind to see
That the ones we hurt are you and me?
The lyrics to State of Mind's "Gangsta's Paradise" delve deep into the struggles of living a life entrenched in the harsh reality of gang violence and urban decay. The singer reflects on his existence, feeling trapped in a world filled with violence and hardship. The opening lines emphasize the irony of spending a significant portion of life in a environment characterized by crime and despair, illustrating how this has become their perceived norm.
The singer describes walking through the valley overshadowed by death, painting a bleak picture of a life filled with violence and emptiness. Despite the perception that others have of him, he believes in a code of justice where those who cross him deserve their fate. This persona is seen as a figure to emulate by younger individuals in the same environment, highlighting the cycle of violence and misguided admiration perpetuating the gang lifestyle. The reference to praying in the streetlight suggests a longing for redemption and a glimmer of hope amidst the darkness.
The lyrics then shift to delve deeper into the singer's background, revealing that being raised in a system that didn't nurture him has led to a life marked by striving for material gain and a sense of belonging within the gang culture. The internal conflict between wanting to break free from this lifestyle and the pressures from peers pushes the singer into a mindset of constantly living on the edge, unsure of his own survival. The uncertainty of whether he will see the age of 24 reflects the grim reality of the potential consequences of such a life.
The final verse delves into the theme of power and money, highlighting how these factors drive individuals to continue within the cycle of violence and exploitation. The lack of guidance and understanding from society further isolates the singer, leading to a sense of resignation and fatalism about his future. The repeated questioning of why society is blinded to the pain and harm inflicted upon its members serves as a poignant reminder of the interconnectedness of all individuals and the consequences of turning a blind eye to the suffering around us. Ultimately, the lyrics poignantly convey the harsh realities and cyclical nature of a life spent in a gangsta's paradise, where power, money, and violence reign supreme, leaving individuals trapped in a never-ending cycle of struggle and pain.
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@madhatter3194
For real this is so good! Coolio is looking down smiling at you guys. Damn that was great!
@STATEOFMINE
Appreciate the kind words, my friend!!
@Jose-Gomez
@@STATEOFMINE DO THIS, FOR COOLIO GUYS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
@thefeintnetwork5429
You know a song is great when it sounds amazing no matter what genre it’s in. R.I.P Coolio, this is a great tribute to him.
@MichelleGonneville
Absolutely ❤❤❤
@jlhimps1993
When hip-hop and rock become in one. 🤟👌
@saleemjafar2875
Living proof that music knows no limit...metalheads nailing a rap classic
@tzvikrasner6073
A fitting tribute to Coolio. Rest in peace, G. You were taken too soon, yet lived longer than you ever thought possible.
@pauldawson5395
He was 23 and didn't know if he'd ever see 24 the way things were going idk
@kinktwink2318
@@pauldawson5395 smh