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
Killing Me
State Of Mine Lyrics
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she'll eat you alive
the dirty naughty notch that you have yet
she's always on your mind
dual stacks she's a 4x4 with a wicked little grin
the angel on your shoulder says no
but the devil's gonna win
(it's one of those nights)
When the lights go down she comes alive
the dirty games she's playing with me
she sets me on fire
it's the hell that I live it's sapping oh please
I give my life to her
but she's slowly killing me
you know she's killing me
Hundred proof that's all she shoots
straight whiskey all the time
blood-red lips jean hugging hips
man it should be a crime
drop dead looks she's a perfect ten
tattoos are on her skin
the angel on your shoulder begs no
but the devil's gonna win
(it's one of those nights)
When the lights go down
she comes alive
the dirty games she's playing with me
she sets me on fire
it's the hell that I live it's sapping oh please
I give my life to her
but she's slowly killing me
she's slowly killing me
She put my heart to the flame
the goddess drives me insane
(she drives me insane)
she tried to steal my soul
took away all that I know
(she took away she took away)
When the lights go down
she comes alive
the dirty games she's playing with me
she sets me on fire
(sets me on fire)
it's the hell that I live it's sapping oh please
I give my life to her
but she's slowly killing me
she's slowly killing me
she's slowly killing me
The lyrics to State of Mine's song "Killing Me" speak to a dangerous and alluring woman who is slowly consuming the singer. The use of the queen of hearts as a representation of the woman in question creates a sense of power and control. The lines "the angel on your shoulder says no, but the devil's gonna win" highlight the inner struggle the singer is facing while dealing with this woman. The imagery used throughout the song is powerful and adds to the overall feeling of danger, including "blood-red lips," "jean-hugging hips," and "tattoos on her skin." The use of the line "she's slowly killing me" in the chorus further emphasizes the danger and harm that the singer is facing.
Overall, the song seems to be speaking to a toxic relationship that the singer can't seem to escape. The woman is described as both beautiful and dangerous, creating a sense of temptation and warning. The use of the line "the goddess drives me insane" in the bridge further highlights the intense feelings the singer has for this woman, despite the harm that she is causing him. Ultimately, the lyrics of "Killing Me" paint a picture of a dangerous woman who has a hold on the singer that he can't seem to break.
Line by Line Meaning
Stand back she's the queen of hearts
She is a powerful force to be reckoned with
she'll eat you alive
She can be destructive
the dirty naughty notch that you have yet
Her behavior is questionable and risky
she's always on your mind
She is a constant fixation
dual stacks she's a 4x4 with a wicked little grin
She maintains a tough exterior and enjoys it
the angel on your shoulder says no
The voice of reason is telling you to stay away
but the devil's gonna win
Your temptations will overpower your good intentions
When the lights go down she comes alive
In certain circumstances, her true nature comes out
the dirty games she's playing with me
She is engaging in risky and possibly manipulative behavior with the artist
she sets me on fire
She ignites a passion in the artist
it's the hell that I live it's sapping oh please
Being involved with her is exhausting and draining
I give my life to her
The artist is heavily invested in the relationship
but she's slowly killing me
The relationship is taking a serious toll on the singer's wellbeing
Hundred proof that's all she shoots
She consumes alcohol frequently and heavily
straight whiskey all the time
Her drink of choice is whiskey
blood-red lips jean hugging hips
She exudes sexuality and allure
man it should be a crime
Her attractiveness is almost criminal
drop dead looks she's a perfect ten
Her appearance is flawless
tattoos are on her skin
She has tattoos
the angel on your shoulder begs no
Even the voice of reason cannot resist her allure
she put my heart to the flame
She has deeply hurt the artist emotionally
the goddess drives me insane
The artist is consumed by the allure of her
she tried to steal my soul
She has had a negative impact on the singer's sense of self
took away all that I know
She has caused the artist to question their beliefs and values
she's slowly killing me
The relationship is slowly draining the life out of the singer
Contributed by Madelyn G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.