In 2001 they disbanded, but reformed in 2005, releasing their 3rd album Alive Without Control. They released a 4th album in 2008 entitled We are not Alone.
In August of 2009, singer Billy Hopeless announced that they had once again disbanded. As of 2011, they are still broken up.
Billy Hopeless currently does vocals for The Bonitos
Adam Becvare currently plays in the lustkillers
Rob Zgaljic now plays in Vienna Red
Jay Millette now plays in Darlings of Chelsea
Matt Camirand now plays in Black Mountain
Capt. Moody
The Black Halos Lyrics
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Never knowing, where they come
Where they go
Drinking all the time
Never knowing, if I'm sick
Or if I'm feeling fine
But even then, I never let it show
Like a drunk at sea
Or a king without a home
Man overboard
Overthrown
Yeah, girls, I've sailed a few
I've faced the toughest storms alive
And I pulled through
Like pirates in modern times
Taking gold, booze and tattoos
And any friends, I find
Sometimes I feel like Davey Jones
But even then I never get so low
Like a drunk at sea
Or a king without a home
Man overboard
Overthrown
Like a drunk at sea
I'm drifting on my own
Man overboard
Overthrown
Like a drunk at sea
Or a king without a home
Man overboard
Overthrown
Like a drunk at sea
I'm drifting on my own
Man overboard
Overthrown
Like a drunk at sea
Or a king without a home
Man overboard
Overthrown
The Black Halos in their song Capt. Moody convey the singer's lifestyle by using metaphors of being drunk at sea or a king without a home. The first verse talks about the singer being in the mindset of "never knowing where they come, where they go" concerning the best tides they have known, indicating a lack of direction in their life. Despite drinking all the time, they are unsure if they are sick or feeling fine, suggesting a sense of numbness or indifference to their habits. Sometimes the singer gets dragged down by the tides, but they do not show it, indicating their resilience and ability to persevere.
The second verse describes the singer's past experiences with "sail[ing] a few girls" and facing "the toughest storms alive" but managing to pull through, creating an image of a resilient, carefree, and adventurous person. The metaphor of modern pirates taking gold, booze, tattoos, and friends they find, further reinforces their free-spirited nature. The singer also feels like Davy Jones, the mythical captain of the ghostly flying Dutchman, referring to the feeling of being lost or directionless, but even then, they never get so low.
The chorus repeats the metaphor of being a "drunk at sea" or a "king without a home," suggesting their detachment from societal norms and conventional values like stability, responsibility, or commitment. The phrase "man overboard" is also a metaphorical reminder of the risks that come with living a carefree, reckless lifestyle.
Overall, the song Capt. Moody conveys the singer's life as full of adventure, risks, and uncertainty, yet with a sense of resilience and detachment from societal expectations.
Line by Line Meaning
These tides are the best I've known
I am happy and content with the current situation in my life.
Never knowing, where they come
I don't know where my happiness and contentment came from.
Where they go
I don't know where my happiness and contentment will lead me.
Drinking all the time
I often turn to alcohol to deal with the uncertainties of life.
Never knowing, if I'm sick
I'm not sure if my excessive drinking is causing harm to my health.
Or if I'm feeling fine
I try to convince myself that alcohol is helping me cope and feel better.
Sometimes they drag me down below
At times, my struggles and vices get the best of me and I feel overwhelmed.
But even then, I never let it show
I try to put on a brave face and not show the world my weaknesses and vulnerabilities.
Like a drunk at sea
I often feel lost and aimless, like a shipwrecked sailor at sea.
Or a king without a home
Despite my apparent success and status, I feel empty and without purpose.
Man overboard
I frequently feel like I'm drowning in my own problems and addictions.
Overthrown
My attempts at controlling my life and fate often fail, leaving me feeling helpless and defeated.
Yeah, girls, I've sailed a few
I've had my share of romantic relationships and flings.
I've faced the toughest storms alive
I've been through some of the most difficult challenges and hardships.
And I pulled through
Despite the difficulties, I have managed to survive and persevere.
Like pirates in modern times
I can be reckless and wild in pursuit of pleasure and adventure.
Taking gold, booze and tattoos
I indulge in materialistic and superficial pleasures to fill the void within me.
And any friends, I find
I tend to cling onto anyone who shows me any form of kindness or understanding.
Sometimes I feel like Davey Jones
I can feel like a cursed and tormented character, struggling to escape my inner demons.
But even then I never get so low
Despite my struggles and suffering, I manage to find some hope and strength within me.
Like a drunk at sea
I often feel lost and aimless, like a shipwrecked sailor at sea.
Or a king without a home
Despite my apparent success and status, I feel empty and without purpose.
Man overboard
I frequently feel like I'm drowning in my own problems and addictions.
Overthrown
My attempts at controlling my life and fate often fail, leaving me feeling helpless and defeated.
Like a drunk at sea
I often feel lost and aimless, like a shipwrecked sailor at sea.
I'm drifting on my own
I often feel isolated and disconnected from others, struggling to find meaning and purpose in my life.
Man overboard
I frequently feel like I'm drowning in my own problems and addictions.
Overthrown
My attempts at controlling my life and fate often fail, leaving me feeling helpless and defeated.
Like a drunk at sea
I often feel lost and aimless, like a shipwrecked sailor at sea.
Or a king without a home
Despite my apparent success and status, I feel empty and without purpose.
Man overboard
I frequently feel like I'm drowning in my own problems and addictions.
Overthrown
My attempts at controlling my life and fate often fail, leaving me feeling helpless and defeated.
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