Containing elements of death metal, thrash metal, black metal, progressive metal and industrial metal, Strapping Young Lad's music was characterized by the use of complex time signatures, polyrhythmic guitar riffing and drumming, blast beats and Wall of Sound production. The band's musical direction was mainly determined by Townsend, whose battle with bipolar disorder and dark sense of humour were major influences on his songwriting. Townsend was also noted for his eccentric appearance and on-stage behaviour, which greatly contributed to the band's intense live performances.
The band gained critical success and a growing underground fan base from their 1997 album City. After a hiatus between 1999 and 2002, the band released three more albums, reaching their commercial peak with the 2006 effort, The New Black. Townsend disbanded Strapping Young Lad in May 2007, announcing his decision to retreat from public view while continuing to record solo albums.
The legacy continues.....
Monday
Strapping Young Lad Lyrics
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When, monday comes, again,yeh,
Another week can begin,
Wanting, I'd ask myself,
Since its like I cannot be alone,
And I've found a way, now I'm going home,
Monday, another sick reminder of another
Dead week gone by,
But if its monday,
If only for a moment,
And if that moments coming so am i,
But I dont know bout that
Smoke is in the air
I cant stand this
I got 19 fucking hours and then I might get to the end
Get me home
But when engines purr in perfect harmony
The things at home
Are things I should not dream,
To take me down will take a better flight than here
You took my time so now I take you
(Spoken unknown)
Monday! Get me out of L.A.!
(I cant stand it!)....Jesus!
The lyrics of Strapping Young Lad's "Monday" express the singer's feelings of frustration with the monotony of life and his desire to escape it. The song suggests that Monday marks the beginning of yet another long and tedious week, and the singer finds himself feeling helpless and alone. He longs to be where he belongs and to find a way home, but it seems like an impossible task.
As the song progresses, the singer becomes more and more desperate for an escape. He acknowledges the reality of his situation, that he is trapped in a world filled with smoke and dead weeks. Still, he clings to the hope that he can break free, if only for a moment. He longs for the sound of engines purring in perfect harmony, and for the comforts of home. Despite the difficulties he faces, he is determined to make it through and find his way back to where he belongs.
The lyrics of "Monday" are powerful and speak to the struggles that many people face in their everyday lives. They convey a sense of frustration with the monotony of life and the desire for something more. The song is an emotional rollercoaster that captures the struggles of the human experience and reminds us that we are not alone.
Line by Line Meaning
When, monday comes, again,yeh,
Another week begins, starting with Monday.
Wanting, I'd ask myself,
I wonder why I feel this way.
Since its like I cannot be alone,
I feel like I need someone with me always.
Wanting, I'm back where I belong,
I feel like I belong somewhere, and I'm finally back.
And I've found a way, now I'm going home,
I've found a way to be at home, and I'm heading there now.
Monday, another sick reminder of another
Monday is a depressing reminder of another boring week that's passed.
Dead week gone by,
The week felt like it had no life or excitement.
But if its monday,
Even though Monday is depressing, I'll still try to enjoy it.
If only for a moment,
Even if it's brief, I'll appreciate any moment of happiness.
And if that moments coming so am i,
I'll be there for that moment of happiness.
But I dont know bout that
I'm not sure if happiness will come.
Smoke is in the air
Something's not right; there's danger or chaos ahead.
I cant stand this
I can't handle this situation anymore.
I got 19 fucking hours and then I might get to the end
I only have a limited time before things might go bad again.
Get me home
I just want to be back where I feel safe and comfortable.
But when engines purr in perfect harmony
Even though I'm worried, there's still some beauty in the world.
The things at home
I miss home and everything that comes with it.
Are things I should not dream,
I feel guilty for wanting things that might not be responsible or realistic.
To take me down will take a better flight than here
It'll take a lot to bring me down because I'm more resilient than I seem.
You took my time so now I take you
I won't let anything else waste my time or bring me down.
Monday! Get me out of L.A.! (I cant stand it!)....Jesus!
I hate being stuck in Los Angeles, and Monday only makes it worse.
Contributed by Ethan F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Horác Badman
Hey! How are ya?!
When, monday comes, again,yeh,
Another week can begin,
Wanting, I'd ask myself,
Since its like I cannot be alone,
Wanting, I'm back where I belong,
And I've found a way, now I'm going home,
Monday, another sick reminder of another
Dead week gone by,
But if its monday,
If only for a moment,
And if that moments coming so am i,
But I dont know bout that
Smoke is in the air
I cant stand this
I got 19 fucking hours and then I might get to the end
Get me home
But when engines purr in perfect harmony
The things at home
Are things I should not dream,
To take me down will take a better flight than here
You took my time so now I take you
(Spoken unknown)
Monday! Get me out of L.A.!
(I cant stand it!)....Jesus!
Z Branigan
This song is criminally underrated!
Darkmoon0999
Awesome track!! hope next albums sounds like this one!
Darkmoon0999
Excellent song from this mad scientist of metal!!
CM Headbanger
Man is track is awesome, sounds 80s metal synthpop!!
ArmoredCoreFan27
Listening to this song today on a Monday
SharrrlDead
waaaah cooooool !! I really thought I knew it all, but never heard about this one ! thanks man !!!
fccctorres
didn't know this song, i have the original version of the album. it rocks!! lets keep the zero thumbs down people!!
Horác Badman
Hey! How are ya?!
When, monday comes, again,yeh,
Another week can begin,
Wanting, I'd ask myself,
Since its like I cannot be alone,
Wanting, I'm back where I belong,
And I've found a way, now I'm going home,
Monday, another sick reminder of another
Dead week gone by,
But if its monday,
If only for a moment,
And if that moments coming so am i,
But I dont know bout that
Smoke is in the air
I cant stand this
I got 19 fucking hours and then I might get to the end
Get me home
But when engines purr in perfect harmony
The things at home
Are things I should not dream,
To take me down will take a better flight than here
You took my time so now I take you
(Spoken unknown)
Monday! Get me out of L.A.!
(I cant stand it!)....Jesus!
phantomdoodler
why are you so good to me? keep em comin!
Alina Ulrich
funny i was just joking around looking something up about satan and i find this band- and i like what i hear :) the wonders of the internet