The Briggs also gained some popularity when they were recommended to the professional hockey/National Hockey League team, the Los Angeles Kings. Their song "This is LA" is played after every home win.
Bloody Minds
The Briggs Lyrics
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With matches and gasoline
Within this dying industry they've made
As forgiving as a razor blade
I mean seriously, you think I'm joking
You think I'm fucking around?
Well, capitalism is the way of our land
Well I, I tread through these dangerous waters
The storm is about to blow
Why do I make such foolish decisions?
I fed my common sense to the wolves years ago
The unforgiving sea tosses us back and forth
I pray for solid ground
But this ship is mine, so muster all your might
'Cause I'm not going down without a fight
Modern times of bloody minds
Fall in, fall in or get out
Modern times of bloody minds
Fall in, fall in or get out
You slaughtered all your possibilities
Your options are running low
Your life is caving in all around you
But still you don't take control
I mean seriously, you must be joking
Quit fucking around
When you wage war on your consciousness
You're bound to drown
Modern times of bloody minds
Fall in, fall in or get out
Modern times of bloody minds
Fall in, fall in or get out
Modern times of bloody minds
Don't think everything I say is true
So I might be just an asshole
Maybe it's just a phase I'm going through, alright
Well, let's say, within this probable fall and demise
They tried to strengthen the laws
But there's no faith in the law
Let's say, well, maybe just for the sake of this song
We stood up for our rights, for the sake of our words
Modern times of bloody minds
Fall in, fall in or get out
Modern times of bloody minds
Fall in, fall in or get out
Modern times of bloody minds
Don't think everything I say is true
So I might be just an asshole
Maybe it's just a phase
Modern times of bloody minds
Fall in, fall in or get out
Modern times of bloody minds
Fall in, fall in or get out
Modern times of bloody minds
Don't think everything I say is true
So I might be just an asshole
It's just a phase I'm going through
The Briggs's song Bloody Minds comments on the decline of the music industry and the pressures placed on artists to sell their music. The opening lyrics, "once again I'm armed to the teeth with matches and gasoline," suggest a sense of rebellion and anger towards the industry. The line "capitalism is the way of our land, but you can't sell glasses to a blind man" indicates that regardless of how much an artist markets their music, if consumers are not interested, it will not sell. The vocalist then questions why they continue to make decisions that go against their common sense, implying that they have given up control and become a product of the industry.
The chorus, "modern times of bloody minds, fall in or get out," implies that the industry is cutthroat, either conform or fail. The bridge suggests that there is a lack of trust in the law to protect artists, and that standing up for their rights would be a step towards regaining control.
Overall, Bloody Minds critiques the music industry's commercialization and the pressure put on artists to sell. The song's rebellious tone and lyrics serve as a reminder to stay true to one's artistic vision and not to get lost in the industry's demands.
Line by Line Meaning
Once again I'm armed to the teeth
I am fully prepared for whatever is going to happen.
With matches and gasoline
I have all the tools needed to ignite change and make an impact.
Within this dying industry they've made
The industry I work in is slowly losing value and no longer sustainable.
As forgiving as a razor blade
The industry is unforgiving and harsh, offering no room for error.
I mean seriously, you think I'm joking
I am not joking, this is serious business and I mean business.
You think I'm fucking around?
Do not underestimate my intentions or actions.
Well, capitalism is the way of our land
Capitalism rules the economy and our society as a whole.
But you can't sell glasses to a blind man
You cannot sell a product or idea to someone who does not want or need it.
Well I, I tread through these dangerous waters
I navigate through challenging times and circumstances.
The storm is about to blow
Trouble is coming my way and I must prepare for it.
Why do I make such foolish decisions?
I question my own actions and their potential consequences.
I fed my common sense to the wolves years ago
I made choices that were not smart or logical, and I cannot change them now.
The unforgiving sea tosses us back and forth
Life is tumultuous and unpredictable, throwing us around like waves in the sea.
I pray for solid ground
I hope for stability and normalcy.
But this ship is mine, so muster all your might
I am in control of my own destiny and must fight to stay afloat.
'Cause I'm not going down without a fight
I am resilient and will not give up easily.
Modern times of bloody minds
The present era is characterized by violent and brutal actions.
Fall in, fall in or get out
Join us in this fight or leave, there is no in between.
You slaughtered all your possibilities
You have limited your potential and opportunities through your actions.
Your options are running low
You are running out of choices.
Your life is caving in all around you
Your life is falling apart and you need to take control.
But still you don't take control
You fail to seize the opportunity to turn your life around.
When you wage war on your consciousness
If you do not take care of your mental wellbeing, it will eventually harm you.
You're bound to drown
If you don't seek help, you will struggle to keep afloat in life.
Don't think everything I say is true
Do not blindly accept everything I say, question and seek the truth for yourself.
So I might be just an asshole
I may come across as rude or abrasive.
Maybe it's just a phase I'm going through, alright
Perhaps this is just a temporary state of being.
Let's say, within this probable fall and demise
Assuming that the industry is likely to fail and crumble.
They tried to strengthen the laws
Regulations were put in place in an attempt to save the industry.
But there's no faith in the law
No one trusts the government or legal system to solve the problems.
Let's say, well, maybe just for the sake of this song
For the purpose of this song, let's assume something positive happens.
We stood up for our rights, for the sake of our words
We fought for our beliefs and values, using our words as our weapons.
It's just a phase I'm going through
I am in a temporary state of being.
Fall in, fall in or get out
Either join me in this fight, or leave and do not interfere.
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