Rundgren is well known among his fans as being an electronic music revolutionary. His skilled production techniques, matched by his belief that he has ability to play just about any instrument at a mastery level, has allowed him to release some of the most honest and personal music of his time. Many of his solo albums, including Something/Anything?]' were made completely by himself. That is, he played all the instruments, sang all the vocals, did all of the recording, editing, mixing, and mastering.
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Core discography:
With Nazz:
1968 - Nazz
1969 - Nazz Nazz
1970 - Nazz III
Solo:
1970 - Runt
1971 - Runt. The Ballad of Todd Rundgren
1972 - Something/Anything?
1973 - A Wizard, a True Star
1974 - Todd
1975 - Initiation
1976 - Faithful
1978 - Hermit of Mink Hollow
1978 - Back to the Bars (live)
1981 - Healing
1983 - The Ever Popular Tortured Artist Effect
1985 - A Cappella
1989 - Nearly Human
1991 - 2nd Wind
1993 - No World Order
1995 - The Individualist
1997 - With a Twist
1998 - Up Against It
2000 - One Long Year
2003 - Can't Stop Running (live box set)
2004 - Liars
2008 - Arena
2011 - Todd Rundgren's Johnson
2011 - (re)Production
2013 - State
2015 - Global
2015 - Runddans (collaboration with Emil Nikolaisen and Hans-Peter Lindstrøm)
2017 - White Knight
With Utopia:
1974 - Todd Rundgren's Utopia
1975 - Another Live
1976 (released 2001) - Disco Jets
1977 - Ra
1977 - Oops! Wrong Planet
1980 - Adventures in Utopia
1980 - Deface the Music
1982 - Swing to the Right
1982 - Utopia
1984 - Oblivion
1985 - P.O.V.
2003 - Last of the New Wave Riders (live box set)
Mad
Todd Rundgren Lyrics
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Crowded world
How can I find peace of mind
With so many small agendas
Pushing at me all the time
Button one: you knew I had no time today
Button two: you had to push it anyway
So I counted to ten and right there and then
You made me mad
Now I'm mad
This is more than upset
It's as enraged as I get
And you ain't seen me mad yet
And now I'm mad
Crowded world
Where no quiet can be found
But for little scattered spaces
With invaders lurking round
Button one: I told you not to call me here
Button two: your voice is like a drill in my ear
Button three: you never hang up on your own
So get off the phone and leave me alone
Because I'm mad
At the end of my patience, and I have a lot
Don't know what makes you feel as if you're all I've got
Nothing better to think about, better to do
Why does everything always have to be about you?
In Todd Rundgren's "Mad," the singer expresses his frustration with the constant demands and interruptions from the people around him. The song begins with him complaining about the "crowded world" and the lack of peace he can find. The people around him all have their own "small agendas" and are pushing at him constantly. The singer then goes on to describe a scenario where someone kept bothering him when he had no time, and eventually pushed him past his limit to become mad. The events seem to escalate as the song progresses, with someone calling him repeatedly even though he requested not to be bothered.
The lyrics are relatable to anyone who has felt overwhelmed by the demands of the world around them. The constant interruptions and lack of personal space can drive anyone to their breaking point. The song serves as an expression of this frustration, and as a warning to those who push others too far.
Overall, "Mad" is a powerful song that expresses the frustration of the singer. It is a relatable topic and serves as a warning to those who push too far. The song is a reminder to take time for ourselves and set boundaries.
Line by Line Meaning
Crowded world
The world is overwhelming and suffocating
How can I find peace of mind
Feeling stressed and searching for inner peace
With so many small agendas
Constantly being bombarded by others' demands and goals
Pushing at me all the time
Feeling pressured and overwhelmed by external stimuli
Button one: you knew I had no time today
Feeling frustrated by someone who is knowingly ignoring your boundaries
Button two: you had to push it anyway
Feeling irritable and agitated by someone who persists despite your warning
Button three: then you went and did it again
Feeling infuriated by someone who repeatedly disrespects your wishes
So I counted to ten and right there and then
Trying to calm down and manage emotions
You made me mad
Blaming someone else for provoking anger
Now I'm mad
Acknowledging intense feelings of rage
This is more than upset
Stressing that current emotions are more serious than just being upset
It's as enraged as I get
Reaching the limit of anger
And you ain't seen me mad yet
Warning that there could be worse consequences if the situation continues
Crowded world
Again emphasizing the overwhelming nature of the world
Where no quiet can be found
Expressing difficulty finding tranquility in the midst of chaos
But for little scattered spaces
Finding refuge in small, isolated areas
With invaders lurking round
Feeling constantly threatened by others invading personal space and time
Button one: I told you not to call me here
Feeling exasperated by someone ignoring previous instructions
Button two: your voice is like a drill in my ear
Being annoyed and distracted by someone's voice
Button three: you never hang up on your own
Feeling pressured and inconvenienced by someone's inability to end a conversation
So get off the phone and leave me alone
Demanding space and time away from others
Because I'm mad
Reiterating the source of frustration
At the end of my patience, and I have a lot
Running out of patience and barely holding on
Don't know what makes you feel as if you're all I've got
Questioning why someone is relying so heavily on you despite your stress and anger
Nothing better to think about, better to do
Believing someone is bored and has no productive activities
Why does everything always have to be about you?
Feeling frustrated and angry that someone else is making everything revolve around them
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Mercenary Knight
Lyrics:
Crowded world
How can I find peace of mind
With so many small agendas
Pushing at me all the time?
Button one: You knew I had no time today
Button two: You had to push it anyway
Button three: Then you went and did it again
So I counted to ten and right there and then
You made me mad
Now I'm mad
This is more than upset (now I'm mad)
It's as enraged as I get (now I'm mad)
And you ain't seen me mad yet
And now I'm mad
I'm mad
Crowded world
Where no quiet can be found
But for little scattered spaces
With invaders lurking round
[Pre-Chorus 2]
Button one: I told you not to call me here
Button two: Your voice is like a drill in my ear
Button three: You never hang up on your own
So get off the phone and leave me alone
Because I'm mad
Now I'm mad!
This is more than upset (now I'm mad)
It's as enraged as I get (now I'm mad)
And you ain't seen me mad yet
And now I'm mad
At the end of my patience, and I have a lot
Don't know what makes you feel as if you're all I've got
Nothing better to think about, better to do
Why does everything always have to be about you?
And now I'm mad
Now I'm mad
This is more than upset (now I'm mad)
It's as enraged as I get (now I'm mad)
And you ain't seen me mad yet
And now I'm mad, I'm mad, I'm mad
Now I'm mad
Now I'm mad
This is more than upset (now I'm mad)
It's as enraged as I get (now I'm mad)
You ain't seen me mad yet
And now I'm mad
Gerald Hauge
Extraordinary album. I love this song. A friend of mine turned me on to it. We were both really surprised this just lay out there with no real knowledge. I am so very impressed. Good hard rockin.
Mel Carroll
It took me three years to find this album and I'm not letting go. It gets better every time I listen to it. Thanks for the great music Todd!
acdeucee
Saw him a few weeks back and I ran out and bought this...My new Favorite record!..Killer Todd at his very best, in My opinion and Ive been a die hard since the 60's... and this record is to good to be true
Harper Mattraw
I love this album so much. If you're thinking about getting it, DO IT.
Clayton139
WOW ! This should be a single on the radio played, played, played ! Thanks for the Posting !
InfraRedSky5150
Stoked to hear Todd's Arena album. Guitar work, aaaa yea. Thank you Mr. Rundgren and thanks Mojo for posting! ~~Aloha~~
futuredave
Saw Todd in Louisville this month, HE ROCK!!! See him and his cool band if you get a chance!!!
Milan Petrovich
I love this song I purchased this shirt off of Michelle Rundgren and it was Damn Good quality. I wear it like a teenager. You know Todd fans are loyal no matter how old. That concert was the Allen theater in Cleveland and Damn it was good. I wish he would do that one again.
Mercenary Knight
Lyrics:
Crowded world
How can I find peace of mind
With so many small agendas
Pushing at me all the time?
Button one: You knew I had no time today
Button two: You had to push it anyway
Button three: Then you went and did it again
So I counted to ten and right there and then
You made me mad
Now I'm mad
This is more than upset (now I'm mad)
It's as enraged as I get (now I'm mad)
And you ain't seen me mad yet
And now I'm mad
I'm mad
Crowded world
Where no quiet can be found
But for little scattered spaces
With invaders lurking round
[Pre-Chorus 2]
Button one: I told you not to call me here
Button two: Your voice is like a drill in my ear
Button three: You never hang up on your own
So get off the phone and leave me alone
Because I'm mad
Now I'm mad!
This is more than upset (now I'm mad)
It's as enraged as I get (now I'm mad)
And you ain't seen me mad yet
And now I'm mad
At the end of my patience, and I have a lot
Don't know what makes you feel as if you're all I've got
Nothing better to think about, better to do
Why does everything always have to be about you?
And now I'm mad
Now I'm mad
This is more than upset (now I'm mad)
It's as enraged as I get (now I'm mad)
And you ain't seen me mad yet
And now I'm mad, I'm mad, I'm mad
Now I'm mad
Now I'm mad
This is more than upset (now I'm mad)
It's as enraged as I get (now I'm mad)
You ain't seen me mad yet
And now I'm mad
mojorisen74
With the proper promotion there would be more people like you buying the album!