The band consists of Clark Baechle, Todd Fink (formerly known as Todd Baechle), and Joel Petersen. They signed to Saddle Creek Records and released a few singles, but were unable to establish widespread sales, though they were extremely popular in the Omaha-area. After adding Matt Bowen, The Faint released Media, which established them within a small, national community of fans. While touring, Bowen left and was replaced by Jacob Thiele who helped move the next album, Blank-Wave Arcade, towards a more dance and electronica influenced sound. The album was an underground hit. Partway through the creation of the morose Danse Macabre, The Faint added Dapose, a death metal guitarist formerly of LEAD. Danse Macabre was also a critical and commercial success and has helped to establish a wider fanbase for the band. Their 4th album, released in 2004, is called Wet from Birth.
In 2002 bassist Joel Petersen released the first album from his solo project, Broken Spindles, and he has since released two subsequent albums and had a U.S. tour. Guitarist Dapose also has a side-project, Vverevvolf Grehv, releasing his first album in 2008.
On December 12th, 2005, The Faint announced that they have moved out of The Orifice (a rented out warehouse they used to record Wet from Birth) and into ENAMEL, a 100-year-old building where they recorded the tracks for their next album, Fasciinatiion.
1995 | Sine Sierra (Norman Bailer) | Lumberjack
1998 | Media | CD Saddle Creek [LBJ-21]
1999 | The Faint / Ex-Action Figures (split) | 7» Saddle Creek [LBJ-25]
1999 | Blank-Wave Arcade | LP/CD Saddle Creek [LBJ-29]
2000 | Blank-Wave Arcade Remixes | 12»PD Saddle Creek [LBJ-33]
2001 | Danse Macabre | LP/CD Saddle Creek [LBJ-37]
2001 | Mote / Dust | 12»EP Gold Standard Laboratories [GSL 47]
2001 | Agenda Suicide | CDS Fierce Panda [NING 117]
2003 | Danse Macabre Remixes | 3LP/CD Astralwerks [ASC 83269]
2003 | The Conductor | 12»EP Astralwerks [ASC 83862]
2004 | I Disappear | 12»/CDS Saddle Creek [LBJ-66]
2004 | Wet From Birth | LP/CD Saddle Creek [LBJ-67]
2004 | Desperate Guys Saddle Creek
2008 | The Geeks Were Right Blank.wav
2008 | Fasciinatiion Blank.wav
Paranoiattack
The Faint Lyrics
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Papers and the news reports
Casualties in every war
Angry people beat the score
The weapons now and chemicals
In water and in air above
Circulating envelopes of powder
The threat of a disease is here
And if it was without a cure
It'd take forever 'til it's stopped
With mandatory needle shots
They gave us all a little buzz
Future bodies hike up
Finally when we had it
Look, some terrorists are back with it
The propaganda's working now
I'm falling for it hook and reel
I'm stocking up on medicine
I already taped the ceiling stuff in
Paranoia
Paranoia
Paranoia
Paranoia
Paranoia
Paranoia
Paranoia
Paranoia
Paranoia
Paranoia
Paranoia
Paranoia
Paranoiattack
Paranoiatwar
Paranoia seems like a fall
Paranoiraq
Paranoia facts
Paranoia drops bombs
Paranoia
The Faint's song "Paranoiattack" touches on the subject of paranoia amidst the constant barrage of news reports, papers, and media in general. The lyrics, "The news has got me paranoid, papers and the news reports, casualties in every war, angry people beat the score" shows how the media's constant coverage of negative events can lead to feelings of unease and fear. The mention of weapons and chemicals, circulating envelopes of powder, and the threat of disease also adds to this sense of dread. The line, "I'm falling for it hook and reel" suggests that the propaganda is working, and the singer is succumbing to the fear being propagated.
The latter half of the song discusses the singer's response to this paranoia. They mention stocking up on medicine and taping the ceiling, possibly as a form of protection or as a way to control the environment around them. The repeated chorus of "Paranoia" emphasizes the theme of fear and anxiety throughout the song.
Overall, the song captures the anxiety and unease that can come from being bombarded with negative news and propaganda. It sheds light on the dangers of media-induced paranoia and the responses it can elicit.
Line by Line Meaning
The news has got me paranoid
Reading news has made me very paranoid
Papers and the news reports
Both published papers and news reports are responsible for my paranoia
Casualties in every war
There are people dying in every war
Angry people beat the score
There are a lot of angry people who want to win this war
The weapons now and chemicals
Weapons and chemicals are used in modern warfare
In water and in air above
These dangerous weapons and chemicals are polluting our air and water
Circulating envelopes of powder
People can send dangerous substances through the mail
Through the postal route
These dangerous envelopes are being sent through the mail system
The threat of a disease is here
There is a real threat of disease spreading
And if it was without a cure
If there is no cure for such a disease
It'd take forever 'til it's stopped
It would take an eternity to halt the spread of such a disease
With mandatory needle shots
The only way to fight would be through compulsory injections
They gave us all a little buzz
The government has given us reasons to worry through propaganda
Future bodies hike up
It could even cause the future healthcare costs to skyrocket
Finally when we had it
Despite months of preparation, it still happened
Look, some terrorists are back with it
Now the terrorists are the reason behind the disease
The propaganda's working now
The government propaganda is having the desired effect
I'm falling for it hook and reel
That propaganda has taken me in completely
I'm stocking up on medicine
As a precaution, I'm storing more medication
I already taped the ceiling stuff in
I'm so paranoid that I've taken extra precautions to keep myself safe
Paranoia
Overwhelming feeling of suspicion and mistrust
Paranoia
Being constantly concerned and worried about dangers lurking everywhere
Paranoia
A mental state of extreme suspicion and vigilance
Paranoia
An irrational fear and suspicion of potential threats
Paranoia
Feeling threatened and constantly worrying about potential harm
Paranoia
Mental disorder characterized by delusions and irrationality
Paranoia
Persistent, irrational suspicion and mistrust of others
Paranoia
An intense, unrelenting and often debilitating fear
Paranoiattack
A sudden, extreme feeling of paranoia
Paranoiatwar
War that is fueled by paranoia and suspicion more than any other reason
Paranoia seems like a fall
Paranoia can make us fall, slip, or mess up our lives
Paranoiraq
Paranoia regarding Iraq and the wars happening there
Paranoia facts
Direct and known facts that can evoke prevailing distrust and suspicion
Paranoia drops bombs
Paranoia can cause nations to drop bombs on each other
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: CLARK BAECHLE, JACOB THIELE, JOEL PETERSEN, MICHAEL DAPPEN, TODD BEACHLE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
thanosofdeath
awesome song. The Geeks Were right is still one of my favorite songs. (It's also by the Faint)
Björn Thomas
Wet from birth, excellent album, love every song
Kae J
i love this song <3 i've been listeing to it all day!
Christopher Chapman
I saw The Faint live, in Atlanta, and I thought it was one of the best concerts I've ever seen in my life. Me and my sister agreed.
Jonathan Harriot Web Design and Development
@zXC v its from both
zXC v
+Christopher Chapman You agreed with yourself? Dayum...
Jeremy8712
This is amazing... the last time i heard was about 5 yrs ago. 2013 still awesome.... Peace Yo
darkchocolatemntn
my friend gave me this song 3 years ago. it lead to my slight obsession with this band.... god i love them.
ElMondial
My favourite post-punk-apocalypic-synth-electronic band ever. No one can top this - even in 2030.
5 Kiwis Afloat
10 years later, what do you think?
Incredible right!