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.
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STATE OF MINE
Paranoid
State Of Mine Lyrics
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'Cause she couldn't help me with my mind
People think I'm insane
Because I am frowning all the time
All day long, I think of things
But nothing seems to satisfy
Think I'll lose my mind
Can you help me
Occupy my brain
Oh, yeah
I need someone to show me
The things in life that I can't find
I can't see the things that make true happiness
I must be blind
Make a joke and I will sigh
And you will laugh and I will cry
Happiness, I cannot feel
And love, to me, is so unreal
And so, as you hear these words
Telling you, now, of my state
I tell you to enjoy life
I wish I could, but it's too late
The lyrics to State Of Mine's song 'Paranoid' express the thoughts of an individual who has reached a point of mental and emotional distress. The opening line, "Finished with my woman," suggests that the singer has ended a romantic relationship because the partner couldn't help them with their mental state. The second line, "People think I'm insane," reveals that the singer is aware of their behaviors and has grown paranoid about others' perceptions of them. The line "Because I am frowning all the time" suggests that the singer is appearing sad or angry regularly.
The chorus of the song is a cry for help, with the singer seeking someone to "occupy" their brain. They’re in a place where they overthink and are finding it difficult to find peace. They desire someone to show them the things that they cannot find and identify as the elements that could provide true happiness. The lyrics "Make a joke and I will sigh, and you will laugh, and I will cry" depict the singer's inability to experience joy in their life, indicative of feelings of hopelessness and despair. In the final lines, the singer acknowledges their situation as ultimately irreversible, wishing others to enjoy life to the fullest while recognizing it is too late for them.
Line by Line Meaning
Finished with my woman
I have ended my relationship with my partner
'Cause she couldn't help me with my mind
My partner was unable to assist me with my mental struggles
People think I'm insane
Others view me as crazy
Because I am frowning all the time
I am always expressing my unhappiness through my facial expressions
All day long, I think of things
Throughout the day, my mind cannot stop thinking
But nothing seems to satisfy
No matter what I think about, it does not bring me contentment
Think I'll lose my mind
I fear that I may become insane
If I don't find something to pacify
Unless I find a way to calm myself, I may become overwhelmed
Can you help me
I am asking for assistance
Occupy my brain
Please provide me with something to keep my mind occupied
I need someone to show me
I require guidance from another person
The things in life that I can't find
I am struggling to discover the joys of life
I can't see the things that make true happiness
I am unable to discern the elements which bring genuine joy
I must be blind
I am figuratively blind to true happiness
Make a joke and I will sigh
Even if you tell me a joke, I will still be unhappy
And you will laugh and I will cry
You may find it funny, but I will not - I will actually become emotional
Happiness, I cannot feel
I am simply incapable of experiencing happiness
And love, to me, is so unreal
I struggle to comprehend the concept of love
And so, as you hear these words
As you listen to my message
Telling you, now, of my state
Explaining my current emotional and mental state
I tell you to enjoy life
My advice to you is to cherish your life and find joy in it
I wish I could, but it's too late
Unfortunately, it is too late for me to do the same
Writer(s): Black Sabbath
Contributed by Ian J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@PanoGames24
You guys have heavy potential, I personally absolutely love the country cover.. I'm not a country fan. But that song just hits different.
@STATEOFMINE
Thank you! More to come! 🤘🤘🤘
@leeroyjenkins6273
TheReal BigBird i agree with you i'am not a country fan but this sounds like much more and would love to hear more like this
@justinfranklin8444
This is not originally a country song🤷♂️
@bigjayw.2495
@@justinfranklin8444 I think they were talking about the thunder rolls bro. Go look it up, it’s totally badass.
@jhamlin726
@@STATEOFMINE fuck yeah
@PanoGames24
This cover is definitely a 10/10. Just the energy and sound of it is phenomenal.
@Mustang420CJ
I found out about you guys when y'all did Thunder Rolls and I've been hooked ever since and God's Country is badass y'all keep up the good work and keep coming out with new covers and new songs
@machomandalf2893
This shit made me feel more pumped than I ever have before in my life. I could eat a brick right now.
@damiangalehouse4918
"I could eat a brick right now" 😂 I've never agreed more