When asked about the band's main influences, Mike Portnoy commented that they are working towards a classic rock sound, influenced by Led Zeppelin, Cream, Jimi Hendrix, Grand Funk Railroad, as well as newer artists such as Soundgarden, Alice in Chains, Black Crowes and Lenny Kravitz.
The band's self-titled debut album was released in Japan on May 5 through Victor subsidiary WHD Entertainment, with a worldwide release following on July 23 through Loud & Proud Records.
Mad World
The Winery Dogs Lyrics
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GO DO THE EXERCISE
YOU'D BETTER BITE YOUR TONGUE
SO YOU SOUND THE SAME
GO STAND IN THE LINE
PUT ON A HAPPY FACE
YOU GONNA STAY ALIVE TILL LIFE PUTS YOU AWAY
YOU KNOW YOU DON'T REALLY KNOW
I DON'T KNOW REALLY KNOW MUCH
WE DON'T REALLY KNOW WHATS GOING ON
SO GET OFF THE BUS AND GO MAKE YOUR OWN LIFE
SINGING'S GONNA MAKE IT ALL RIGHT
WE LIVE IN A MAD MAD WORLD
OUT ON THE RUN
WE GOTTA HELP EACH OTHER
TURN FROM A SCAR INTO A PEARL
WE'VE GOT THE LOVE
LIVIN IN A MAD MAD WORLD
IT'S A MAD MAN'S WORLD
SO GET WHAT YOU CAN
THEY'VE GOT YOU COMPROMISED
YOU WANNA LAUGH AND BE DANCING IN THE STREET
BUT YOU'RE BEING FINED
YOU'VE GOT TO SACRAFICE
THEY MAKE MISTAKES AND WE'RE THE ONES WHO PAY
YOU KNOWI DON'T REALLY KNOW.. YOU DON'T REALLY KNOW BUT
WE CAN SEE THAT SOMETHING'S GOING ON
SO GET OFF THE BUS AND FACE IT ALL RIGHT
WE'RE GONNA STAND UP
WE LIVE IN A MAD MAD WORLD
OUT ON THE RUN
WE GOTTA HELP EACH OTHER
TURN FROM A SCAR INTO A PEARL
YEA WE GOT THE LOVE
LIVIN IN A MAD MAD WORLD
IT'S A MAD MAD MAD MAD MAD WORLD
OPEN YOUR EYES WE'RE LOSING EVERYTHING
THE ROCKET WILL RISE BLAST AWAY MY MEMORIES
I WANNA LEAVE IT ALL TO YOU BUT I'VE STILL GOT WORK TO DO
IM STILL ALIVE JUST FOR YOU
I KNOW YOU FEEL THE SAME
WE LIVE IN A MAD MAD WORLD
OUT ON THE RUN LOOK OVER YOUR SHOULDER
TURN FROM A SCAR INTO A PEARL
CUZ WE GOT THE LOVE
WE LIVE IN A MAD MAD WORLD
OUT ON THE RUN
LOOKING FOR WHAT?
TURN FROM A SCAR INTO A PEARL
WE'VE GOT THE LOVE
WHILE WE'RE LIVING IN A MAD WORLD
MADNESS
The lyrics to The Winery Dogs' song "Mad World" speak to the chaotic and often overwhelming nature of the world we live in. It portrays a sense of frustration and disillusionment with societal expectations and the pressure to conform. The opening lines, "Get on the bus, go do the exercise, you'd better bite your tongue so you sound the same," suggest the idea of blindly following societal norms and suppressing one's true self in order to fit in.
The song also touches on the idea of sacrifice and compromise. The lines, "They've got you compromised, you wanna laugh and be dancing in the street, but you're being fined, you've got to sacrifice," highlight the internal conflict between wanting to express oneself freely and the consequences that come with it.
However, amidst the chaos and madness of the world, the song also brings a message of hope and love. The chorus emphasizes the importance of unity and supporting one another in order to navigate through the challenges. "We live in a mad mad world, out on the run, we gotta help each other, turn from a scar into a pearl, we've got the love" portrays the idea that love and empathy can transform the scars and hardships we face into something beautiful.
Overall, "Mad World" is a call to break free from societal expectations, stand up for oneself, and find solace in the power of love and unity in an often chaotic world.
Line by Line Meaning
GET ON THE BUS
Engage in the repetitive routine of life
GO DO THE EXERCISE
Follow the predetermined actions expected of you
YOU'D BETTER BITE YOUR TONGUE
Suppress your true thoughts and opinions
SO YOU SOUND THE SAME
Conform to societal norms and expectations
GO STAND IN THE LINE
Join the impersonal masses
PUT ON A HAPPY FACE
Mask your true emotions with a smile
YOU GONNA STAY ALIVE TILL LIFE PUTS YOU AWAY
Continue to exist until the inevitable end
YOU KNOW YOU DON'T REALLY KNOW
Recognize that your knowledge is limited
I DON'T KNOW REALLY KNOW MUCH
Acknowledge the lack of understanding
WE DON'T REALLY KNOW WHAT'S GOING ON
Admit the confusion about current circumstances
SO GET OFF THE BUS AND GO MAKE YOUR OWN LIFE
Break free from the repetitive cycle and pursue your own path
SINGING'S GONNA MAKE IT ALL RIGHT
Find solace and comfort in the act of singing
WE LIVE IN A MAD MAD WORLD
Exist in a chaotic and unpredictable society
OUT ON THE RUN
Constantly moving and searching for stability
WE GOTTA HELP EACH OTHER
Support and assist one another
TURN FROM A SCAR INTO A PEARL
Transform hardships and pain into something beautiful
WE'VE GOT THE LOVE
Possess a strong sense of compassion and empathy
LIVIN IN A MAD MAD WORLD
Navigating through the chaos and madness of life
IT'S A MAD MAN'S WORLD
The world is controlled by those driven by madness
GET WHAT YOU CAN
Take advantage of available opportunities
THEY'VE GOT YOU COMPROMISED
External forces have compromised your integrity
YOU WANNA LAUGH AND BE DANCING IN THE STREET
Desire to experience joy and freedom
BUT YOU'RE BEING FINED
Consequences are imposed on your pursuit of happiness
YOU'VE GOT TO SACRIFICE
Be willing to give up certain things for a greater cause
THEY MAKE MISTAKES AND WE'RE THE ONES WHO PAY
The consequences of others' mistakes fall on us
YOU KNOW I DON'T REALLY KNOW.. YOU DON'T REALLY KNOW BUT
Both of us acknowledge our limited knowledge
WE CAN SEE THAT SOMETHING'S GOING ON
Recognize that there are hidden agendas and events occurring
SO GET OFF THE BUS AND FACE IT ALL RIGHT
Break free from the monotonous routine and confront reality courageously
WE'RE GONNA STAND UP
Rise and take a stand against the injustices
OPEN YOUR EYES WE'RE LOSING EVERYTHING
Witness the gradual loss and destruction around us
THE ROCKET WILL RISE BLAST AWAY MY MEMORIES
A powerful force will help us overcome and erase painful memories
I WANNA LEAVE IT ALL TO YOU BUT I'VE STILL GOT WORK TO DO
Desire to pass the burden onto someone else, yet responsibilities remain
I'M STILL ALIVE JUST FOR YOU
Continuing to live solely for the sake of another person
I KNOW YOU FEEL THE SAME
Understanding that you share the same emotions and experiences
LOOK OVER YOUR SHOULDER
Be cautious and aware of potential threats
LOOKING FOR WHAT?
Questioning the purpose and meaning of our search
WE'VE GOT THE LOVE
Love is the driving force that sustains us
WHILE WE'RE LIVING IN A MAD WORLD
Despite the chaotic environment, we still strive to live
MADNESS
The state of insanity and irrationality that surrounds us
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Billy Sheehan, Mike Portnoy, Richie Kotzen
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Eric Syre
A band sounding like a bunch of friends playing together, with instruments sounding real and not over producing it. 👏
Kelly Caris de Aquino
This is talent, not need too much to sound too good
MaSSa Power
EXACTLY!🤩👍🏻
André Carvalho
Not over producing it? Hahahahahahahahaahahahahahahaahahahahahahahahahaa....forget about the autotune and its ok! hahahahahhaa..
Andreas & Nickolina
Performance so stellar.
Randy Moran
? Did you mention not selling squat losing money venture!
Lalu
Portnoy killing it again! 3 monsters delivering organic, powerful rock music, starting off 2023 in the best way imaginable:))
Standing ovation 👏👏👏
gustavo o
YEAH NO. THIS TEACHES YOU THAT TECHNICAL SKILLS DONT EQUAL GOOD MUSIC. THIS SOUNDS GENERIC AS FUCK. THIS COULD BE USED FOR A YOUTUBE AD ABOUT SHOES OR SOMETHING
Daniel McEvoy
I'm a decent Bass player and I can't begin to comprehend what Billy is doing... he's been blowing my mind since he started Talas. This is the most amazing band to me in a long long time.
Ladrio
Try lovebites, an amazing band too!