The band released their self-titled first album in March 1995 via PopLlama Records. After they garnered massive acclaim, Columbia Records quickly signed them. The album peaked at number six on the Billboard 200 and has shipped over three million copies. The RIAA has certified it as triple platinum. Songs "Peaches", "Kitty", "Lump", and "Dune Buggy" received major airplay.
Their 1996 follow-up album, "II", did not reach the same acclaim, though it reached the top forty on the Billboard 2000. Single "Mach 5" also garnered some airplay. The band then fell of the radar for many listeners, dropped by their major label. However, their albums of the new millennium, 'Freaked Out and Small' followed by 'Love Everybody' and 'These Are the Good Times People' (released in 2000, 2004, and 2008, respectively), picked up positive critical reviews, such as from the All Music Guide. Although their touring schedule became more sporadic into the 00s and 10s, they continue to perform and satisfy audiences with their off-beat humor and catchy hooks.
I'm Mad
The Presidents of the United States of America Lyrics
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I'm mad, I can't believe that we don't care
I'm mad, how can you say just do it?
We completely and totally blew it
I'm mad, that much is true
I'm mad; I'm mad at me, and I'm mad at you
I'm mad; aw, can't you see?
Our overwhelming stupidity
I'm so mad
I'm so mad
It's black and it's white
I'm mad this problem had me up all night
I'm mad; you could say I'm perplexed
We're overworked and we're undersexed
I'm mad, and we were outta time
I'm mad it's too late to take it back
I'm mad, what more can I say?
It didn't have to end this way
I'm so mad
I'm so mad
The song "I'm Mad" by The Presidents of the United States of America is a protest song with a heavy emphasis on the emotions of anger and frustration. The lyrics express the band's disappointment and feelings of betrayal towards a situation or individual that they previously placed their trust in. The song is filled with explicit language, emphasizing the intensity of the feelings that the band is trying to convey.
The lyrics of the song can be applied to various situations, from personal misunderstandings to major political events. Regardless of the specific situation, the central takeaway from the song is the power of emotions and the importance of speaking up and taking action when things go wrong. The tone of the song is passionate, raw, and unapologetic, with the band making it clear that they are not willing to tolerate being taken advantage of.
In conclusion, "I'm Mad" is a song that embodies the visceral experience of feeling angry and frustrated. The lyrics are straightforward and raw, showcasing the band's emotional state and their dissatisfaction with the status quo.
Line by Line Meaning
Well, I'm mad, pissed off about this whole affair
I am extremely angry and worked up about this entire situation
I'm mad, I can't believe that we don't care
I am mad because it seems like nobody cares about the issue at hand
I'm mad, how can you say just do it?
It angers me that someone would suggest a solution as simple as 'just do it'
We completely and totally blew it
We made a huge mistake and there's no denying that fact
I'm mad, that much is true
It's true that I am very upset and angry
I'm mad; I'm mad at me, and I'm mad at you
I am mad at both myself and the other person involved in this situation
I'm mad; aw, can't you see?
Can't you see how angry and upset I am?
Our overwhelming stupidity
We acted in a way that was incredibly foolish and it's frustrating to deal with the consequences
It's black and it's white
The issue at hand is very clear and straightforward
I'm mad this problem had me up all night
I am upset that this problem kept me awake and caused me stress all night long
I'm mad; you could say I'm perplexed
I am angry and also confused about what to do next
We're overworked and we're undersexed
We are working too much and not prioritizing our personal lives, which is leading to this issue
I'm mad, and we were outta time
I am angry and frustrated that we ran out of time to address this issue before it became a bigger problem
I'm mad it's too late to take it back
It is too late to fix this problem and that makes me very angry
I'm mad, what more can I say?
I am so angry that I don't know what else to say about the situation
It didn't have to end this way
This situation could have been avoided if we had acted differently and that realization makes me angry
I'm so mad
I am extremely angry and upset
I'm so mad
I am still very angry and upset
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Written by: DAVID MICHAEL DEDERER
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