The Methadones were formed by Dan Schafer (Danny Vapid) of Screeching Wease… Read Full Bio ↴The Methadones were formed by Dan Schafer (Danny Vapid) of Screeching Weasel, Sludgeworth, and The Riverdales in the mid 1990s as a side project. But as his main bands began to die down, he began to focus more energy on it. Initially the band was a trio consisting of Schafer, B-Face of The Queers on bass, and Dan Lumley on drums. The current, and most stable, lineup includes Schafer (vocals, guitar), Mike Byrne (ex-Vindictives, guitar, back up vocals), Pete Mittler (bass, back up vocals), and Mike Soucy (drums).
They announced in June 2010 that they will be breaking up.

Aversion Online says: The Methadones take the three-chord simplicity of Ramones-influenced rock and strip it of its sillier themes for straight ahead rock.

Discography

Full Lengths

* Ill at Ease - A-F Records September 25, 2001
* Career Objective - Thick Records July 15, 2003
* Not Economically Viable - Thick Records November 16, 2004
* 21st Century Power Pop Riot - Redscare Records June 6, 2006
* This Won't Hurt - Red Scare Records July 10, 2007

Compilations

* 1157 Wheeler Avenue: A Memorial For Amadou Diallo - Failed Experiment Records June 25, 2002
* Sex and Subversion - Thick Records October 28, 2003
* Go Kart MP300 - Go Kart Records October 28, 2003
* AMP Presents Vol. 4 Pop Punk - American Music Press (AMP) February 22, 2005
* Take Me Down To The Punkrock City - Squash June 1, 2005
* Mean It Man - Thick Records September 13, 2005
* Punk Rock Mix Tape - FastMusic, 2006

Take A Look
The Methadones Lyrics

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You keep hoping someday you'll have it all.
It keeps your mind chasing dreams down it's slick and darkened hall.
You just can't be happy with what you got.
Unless you own the whole damn lot.
Think about what you have, instead of what you don't have.
And you would find that you're doing better than most.
When you finally hold the things you've been longing for, you immediately think about the next.

[Chorus]
Have you ever looked around you? Have you ever enjoyed the moment?
Have you ever let yourself just simply be?
Can you think of strengths that you have, instead of what you think you need.
Did you ever question what you believe?

The grass just gets greener on the other side.
While the moment keeps passing by.
And it will never be good enough to appreciate what's already there.

And if you'd take a look, take a look around.

Overall Meaning

The Methadones's song "Take a Look" is a reflection on society's tendency to constantly strive for more, never content with what they already have. The lyrics explore the idea that the pursuit of material possessions and success can become a never-ending cycle that leaves individuals feeling unfulfilled and constantly searching for something more. The first verse describes this desire for more, with the lines "You keep hoping someday you'll have it all. It keeps your mind chasing dreams down its slick and darkened hall. You just can't be happy with what you got. Unless you own the whole damn lot." The singer suggests that this endless chase can lead to a loss of appreciation for what one already has.

The chorus invites listeners to take a step back and consider whether they have ever truly enjoyed and appreciated the present moment. The lyrics ask, "Have you ever looked around you? Have you ever enjoyed the moment? Have you ever let yourself just simply be? Can you think of strengths that you have, instead of what you think you need. Did you ever question what you believe?" These questions encourage self-reflection and a reevaluation of one's goals and priorities.

The final verse emphasizes the fleeting nature of life and how the constant pursuit of something better can prevent individuals from truly enjoying the present moment. The lines "The grass just gets greener on the other side. While the moment keeps passing by. And it will never be good enough to appreciate what's already there," suggest that this endless cycle of wanting more can lead to a lack of gratitude and contentment.

Overall, "Take a Look" is a thought-provoking commentary on the dangers of constantly striving for more and a call to appreciate the present moment and value what one already has.

Line by Line Meaning

You keep hoping someday you'll have it all.
You constantly have the desire to achieve everything that you want in life.

It keeps your mind chasing dreams down it's slick and darkened hall.
This dream chasing occupies your mind and prevents you from seeing opportunities that may be present in your life.

You just can't be happy with what you got.
You are unable to find satisfaction in the things that you already have.

Unless you own the whole damn lot.
You believe that you need to possess everything in order to find happiness.

Think about what you have, instead of what you don't have.
You should reflect on the things you have accomplished rather than focusing only on what you have not achieved.

And you would find that you're doing better than most.
By focusing on your achievements, you may discover that you are in a better position than most people.

When you finally hold the things you've been longing for, you immediately think about the next.
As soon as you achieve what you've always wanted, you begin to long for other things, thus preventing yourself from feeling satisfied.

[Chorus]
The following lines are the chorus of the song.

Have you ever looked around you? Have you ever enjoyed the moment?
Have you ever taken the time to appreciate your surroundings or enjoy the present moment?

Have you ever let yourself just simply be?
Have you ever allowed yourself to just be in the moment without any thoughts of what might come next?

Can you think of strengths that you have, instead of what you think you need.
Rather than focusing on what you don't have, can you acknowledge the strengths and qualities that you already possess?

Did you ever question what you believe?
Have you ever examined your beliefs to see if they are still valid or if they need to be updated?

The grass just gets greener on the other side.
You have a tendency to believe that others have it better than you do.

While the moment keeps passing by.
Meanwhile, you are not enjoying the present moment as it passes you by.

And it will never be good enough to appreciate what's already there.
You are unable to appreciate and value what you currently have in life.

And if you'd take a look, take a look around.
The artist is encouraging you to take a moment and reflect on what you currently have in life.

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: WINSTON GODFREY RODNEY

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