titled: 'Lost in Cyco City'. Sumo Cyco has released a six track Live Sessions EP and seven singles with matching self-directed music videos, including tracks mixed by Canadian pros such as, Julius "Juice" Butty (Alexisonfire) and Matt DeMatteo (Big Wreck), Jag Tanna (I Mother Earth). Through use of the Internet, Sumo Cyco already has fans around the world, with hundreds of thousands of views on their videos and thousands on their social media. One video in particular, went viral when Sever took a hit to the face with a ceiling fan while on set of their self-directed music video for a song called “Interceptor.” It was featured on youtube, on Ray William Johnson’s channel with over 5 million views, MTV’s Ridiculousness and the popular Fail Blog, which gained thousands of new fans for the band.
2017–2019: Touring and Opus Mar
On March 31, 2017, it was announced via Twitter that Sumo Cyco would release their sophomore album, titled 'Opus Mar'. The record includes a guest appearance by Benji Webbe of Skindred on the single "Move Mountains," released on February 1, 2017.
2020–present: Napalm Records and Initiation
In January 2020, the band announced their signing to Napalm Records. They released their third album, 'Initiation', on May 7, 2021. A deluxe version of Initiation was released on October 8, 2021, featuring the new single "Sun Eater". Matt Trozzi departed from the band in 2021. He was replaced by Joey Muha.
Band members
Skye "Sever" Sweetnam – vocals
Matt "MD13" Drake – guitars, backing vocals
Oscar Anesetti – bass, backing vocals
Joey Muha – drums
The band name
SUMO
A Japanese form of wrestling in which a fighter loses if forced from the ring or if any part of his body except the soles of his feet touches the ground.
CYCO
A psychopath
Danger
Sumo Cyco Lyrics
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a pure violent diet,
the kids wanna try it.
We're burning this town down.
No vacancy baby.
I want you to hate me,
cuz no one can save me.
We're starting a fight tonight
PUNKS
They got nothing on me,
cuz I dance like a freak
if it's pleasure you seek
SHUT UP! DON'T
Speak to me ever
you think you're so clever
well, it's now or never for me.
Danger!
If you want it
If you want it
We'll give you danger
Danger!
If you want it
If you want it
We'll give you danger
In human behavior,
a far cry from nature,
take radical measure,
to suffocate strangers,
I'm young and I'm feisty,
so tongue me and try me.
You wanna play hooky,
the fish gonna bite tonight.
PUNKS
They got nothing on me,
just a damn little freak
if it's pleasure you seek.
SHUT UP! DON'T
speak to me softly.
Sometimes I get bossy,
but it's never cost me, no
Danger!
If you want it
If you want it
We'll give you danger
Danger!
If you want it
If you want it
We'll give you danger
Danger!
We'll give you danger
If you want it
If you want it
We'll give you danger
DANGER
Devil on your shoulder
twisted paranoia
DANGER
Devil on your shoulder
yeah, she's coming for ya
New Euphoria
You forfeit yourself to me,
worship,
get on your knees
(oh whoa oh oh
oh whoa oh oh)
You must put your trust in me,
come with me,
love me, please
(oh whoa oh oh
oh whoa oh oh)
DANGER
Devil on your shoulder,
twisted paranoia,
Devil on your shoulder,
yeah, she's coming for ya,
Could I be your danger?
Could I be your stranger?
Sin and savior.
Please me like no other FUCKER!
Danger
If you want it
If you want it
We'll give you danger
Danger
If you want it
If you want it
We'll give you danger
(oh whoa oh oh
oh whoa oh oh)
DANGER
(oh whoa oh oh
oh whoa oh oh)
We'll give you DANGER
If you want it
If you want it
We'll give you DANGER
The first lines of the song set the tone for a chaotic and rebellious energy, as the singer describes a riot breaking out and the desire of the youth to participate in it. The lyrics convey a sense of dissatisfaction with the status quo and a willingness to take radical action to challenge it. The singer declares herself as someone who cannot be saved and relishes in the violent and dangerous atmosphere, representing a countercultural attitude that defies authority and societal norms.
The chorus reinforces the theme of danger, offering it as a thrilling and exciting option for those who seek it. The devil on your shoulder can be interpreted as a symbol for the temptations and impulses that drive risky behavior, and the line "could I be your danger?" implies a seductive power that the singer aspires to possess. The lyrics overall suggest that danger is not just a side effect of rebellion but an essential component of it, with the potential to create a new and transformative experience.
Overall, "Danger" by Sumo Cyco is a song that celebrates the recklessness and thrill of youthful rebellion, encouraging listeners to embrace the chaotic energy and explore the limits of their own daring nature.
Line by Line Meaning
It starts with a riot, a pure violent diet, the kids wanna try it.
The song starts with a description of a riotous scene, where children want to experience violence.
We're burning this town down. No vacancy baby. I want you to hate me, cuz no one can save me.
The singer is stating that they are willing to cause destruction to the town and desires to be hated, as nobody can save them.
We're starting a fight tonight PUNKS, They got nothing on me, cuz I dance like a freak if it's pleasure you seek.
The singer is challenging the punks tonight, saying they have nothing on them, as they will dance like a freak to gain pleasure.
SHUT UP! DON'T Speak to me ever you think you're so clever well, it's now or never for me.
The singer orders someone to not speak to them again as they think they are clever, and it is now their last chance to prove themselves.
Danger! If you want it If you want it We'll give you danger Danger! If you want it If you want it We'll give you danger
The chorus emphasizes the danger the band can offer to anyone who desires it.
In human behavior, a far cry from nature, take radical measure, to suffocate strangers.
The singer notes the unnatural aggression of human behavior and taking radical measures to suffocate strangers.
I'm young and I'm feisty, so tongue me and try me. You wanna play hooky, the fish gonna bite tonight.
The singer is young and energetic, ready to be kissed and toyed with. They warn someone that if they want to play with them, it will not end well for them.
SHUT UP! DON'T speak to me softly. Sometimes I get bossy, but it's never cost me, no
The singer commands someone to not speak softly and states that they can be bossy at times, but it hasn't impacted them negatively.
DANGER Devil on your shoulder twisted paranoia DANGER Devil on your shoulder yeah, she's coming for ya New Euphoria
The chorus repeats again, referring to the devil's presence on someone's shoulder, causing twisted paranoia and eventual danger, which leads to a new euphoria.
You forfeit yourself to me, worship, get on your knees (oh whoa oh oh oh whoa oh oh) You must put your trust in me, come with me, love me, please
The singer is demanding someone to surrender themselves entirely to them, worship and physically get on their knees. Additionally, they request that the person trusts them and loves them.
Could I be your danger? Could I be your stranger? Sin and savior. Please me like no other FUCKER!
The singer asks if they could be the person's danger or stranger and be their sin and savior. They then demand the person pleases them like nobody else.
DANGER If you want it If you want it We'll give you danger Danger If you want it If you want it We'll give you danger (oh whoa oh oh oh whoa oh oh) DANGER (oh whoa oh oh oh whoa oh oh) We'll give you DANGER If you want it If you want it We'll give you DANGER
The chorus is repeated again, emphasizing that the band is willing to offer danger to anyone who desires it.
Contributed by Adrian W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
MissAngela997
It's amazing how they direct their own videos, write their own music, do outfits and makeup on their own and all that without bunch of money! Gotta love sumo cyco!
Collectible ASMR
1. This is a radio megahit waiting to happen...so different from your other stuff and yet so damn catchy like the previous singles. Something about this one is so accesible though, and I could definetly see you guys using it as a way to blow up huge. 2. PLAY TORONTO SOON! ANYWHERE...PLEASE? Im dying to see you guys play live... Keep up the awesome work!!
araelene
Sever, I never lost faith in you. Your music has been a part of my life as long as I can remember, and the sound Sumo Cyco puts out is just so fucking badass. You all just put together this rad dynamic. A whole new level of awesome has been reached, and I'm stoked to hear more. I hope to see you guys live someday, it would make my life.
malin •°
You just keep delivering awesome songs and music videos.. so much awesomeness to handle, it's crazy!!!
Queen Baby Peach
I love her music :) If they ever attempted to create a live action sailor moon in america...she'd be the perfect Sailor Mars. Her attitude and style is just so perfect :) <3
Joshua Bowles
AMAZING song, guys!!!!!! Well done!! :D I think this one is gonna be in my head all day. ...or I hope so, anyway.
kaitoangel
Hell yeah! LOVE IT! IT WAS EPIC!!! Once again you guys prove you dont need a big as hell production team and what not to set music videos up! You guys ROCK!
Tina Thurman
Glad you guys finally got your songs on iTunes! although I do miss the songs being free, you guys deserve it!
Crystal Acuna
omg... I am officially hooked onto you guys.. Great Job and keep the music coming!!!
abel1389
you know what would be awesome? having a super epic Sumo Cyco album on my CD shelves with badass artwork, and... and... and a poster! yeah! a poster! :) love you guys; you keep me going through a work week. can't wait to get more of your stuff stuck in my head. and i sincerely hope to be able to see you live at some point! :D