The Mad Capsule Markets began as a hardcore-influenced punk rock group, slo… Read Full Bio ↴The Mad Capsule Markets began as a hardcore-influenced punk rock group, slowly evolving into a nu metal band that combined heavy guitars with hard programmed beats, as well as many experimental electronic elements, surf-rock, and pop punk influences. The Mad Capsule Markets released albums from 1990 to 2005 and recorded over 12 records. Their earlier lyrical content was more political, with lyrical themes becoming more abstract with later releases. There earlier work, mainly punk influenced but quickly began to incorporate different influences in their music (In the beginning, influenced by acts like Killing Joke, Aburadako, and YMO). 4 Plugs from 1996 was the band's full transition into a nu metal sound with elements of post-hardcore that started on the prior album Park. The band became more directly influenced by the Digital Hardcore movement when Alec Empire and (Atari Teenage Riot) remixed two songs from the Digidogheadlock era. From there, they started to use more electronic/breakbeat/industrial elements in their songs.

As of March 31st 2006, the band announced they are taking time off from working together so that they can pursue their own personal projects. Kyono is DJ'ing around Japan and getting his clothing line together along with his band Wagdug Futuristic Unity, Motokatsu is drumming for a band called Rally and Takeshi is working with his new band AA=

Systematic
The Mad Capsule Markets Lyrics

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I TAKE IT" Â@Â@Â@Â@

"I TAKE FACE

I TAKE WORD"Â@Â@Â@Â@

"I TAKE LIFE

DON'T TAKE IT" Â@Â@Â@Â@

"DON'T TAKE FACE

DON'T TAKE WORD"Â@Â@Â@Â@

"DON'T TAKE LIFE

I TAKE A WORTHLESS THING
I TAKE A WORTHLESS FACE
I TAKE A WORTHLESS WORD
I TAKE A WORTHLESS LIFE

Systematic

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Systematic" by The Mad Capsule Markets seem to be a commentary on modern society and the destructive nature of consumerism. The repetition of the phrases "I take" and "Don't take" suggest an obsessive desire for material possessions, including physical appearance, material goods, and power. The use of the word "worthless" throughout the lyrics implies that these desires are ultimately empty and meaningless, providing no real satisfaction or value.

The title of the song, "Systematic," further emphasizes the idea that this behavior is part of a larger system or structure that perpetuates these destructive tendencies. The lyrics also suggest a sense of nihilism and hopelessness, with the lines "I take life" and "Don't take life" implying that life itself has little value or meaning. Overall, the lyrics paint a bleak picture of a society consumed by greed and superficiality.

Line by Line Meaning

I TAKE IT
I am willing to accept anything and everything, no matter how worthless it may seem.

I TAKE FACE
I am ready to accept anyone and everyone, even if others think they have a worthless face.

I TAKE WORD
I am open to accept any idea or opinion, even if it seems meaningless.

I TAKE LIFE
I am prepared to accept any way of living, even if it appears to be worthless.

DON'T TAKE IT
Don't be overwhelmed by things that seem worthless or meaningless.

DON'T TAKE FACE
Don't judge or avoid someone based on their appearance or physical traits.

DON'T TAKE WORD
Don't disregard or reject an idea or opinion solely based on its perceived worthlessness.

DON'T TAKE LIFE
Don't underestimate or dismiss a way of living just because it seems meaningless or trivial.

I TAKE A WORTHLESS THING
My acceptance knows no boundaries and includes anything, even something considered worthless.

I TAKE A WORTHLESS FACE
I am willing to accept anyone, even if others believe they have an unappealing or insignificant appearance.

I TAKE A WORTHLESS WORD
I am open to accepting any idea or opinion, regardless of its apparent value or importance.

I TAKE A WORTHLESS LIFE
I am willing to accept any way of living, even if it seems pointless or insignificant.

Systematic
The song emphasizes the idea of tolerance and acceptance, urging people to avoid dismissing things or people based on preconceived notions of their worth.

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