In 2004 Wolfmother began appearing at several high profile music events, such as Homebake and the Big Day Out. They also released their debut self-titled EP through Modular Recordings.
In 2005 the band made their way to Los Angeles, working alongside producer Dave Sardy (of Red Hot Chilli Peppers, Marilyn Manson, and Oasis fame) to record their self-titled debut album, released in October 2005.
In 2006 Wolfmother dominated the Australian Recording Industry Association awards (ARIAs), taking Best Breakthrough Album, Best Rock Album, and Best Group.
In August 2008, after headlining the Splendour in the Grass festival in Byron Bay, Australia, bass/keyboard player Chris Ross and drummer Myles Heskett resigned, leaving just singer/guitarist Andrew Stockdale. Andrew planned to find new musicians before recording another album.
From February 2009 the new line up appeared in two secret gigs under the name Whitefeather. The band officially consists of Dave Atkins on drums, Ian Peres on bass and organ, and Aidan Nemeth as the surprise fourth member and a new guitarist. The new line up's first album, Cosmic Egg, was released in 2009.
Now drummer Dave Atkins has decided to leave the band to spend more time at home with his family; he will be temporarily be replaced by The Mooney Suzuki and Har Mar Superstar drummer Will Rockwell-Scott.
Enemy Is In Your Mind
Wolfmother Lyrics
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Enemy is wasting time
You got everything you need
You need to plant the seed
You blame your wicked head
For the words you never said
You take this bitter pill
Here we go again
It's taking you for a ride
Here we go again
The enemy is in your mind
You've been wandering at night
Hoping to feel alright
When are you going to learn how to stop this fight
How come you take this road
You cannot take it slow
Enemy is in your mind,
Enemy is wasting time
Here we go again
It's taking you for a ride
Here we go again
The enemy is in your mind
Here we go again
It's taking you for a ride
Here we go again
The enemy is in your mind
Enemy is in your mind
Enemy is in your mind
Enemy is in your mind
Enemy is in your mind
The lyrics of Wolfmother's "Enemy Is In Your Mind" convey a message about the internal struggles that many people experience with their thoughts and emotions. The song acknowledges the fact that the mind can be one’s own worst enemy, as it can lead to self-doubt, fear, and negative self-talk. The opening line "Enemy is in your mind" sets the tone for the rest of the song, emphasizing that the root of the problem is internal rather than external.
The second line "Enemy is wasting time" suggests that the negative thoughts in one's mind are not only a hindrance to their personal growth, but also a waste of time. The lyrics further elaborate on the idea that one already has everything they need to succeed, but they need to take action and "plant the seed" to grow and accomplish their goals.
The lines "You blame your wicked head, for the words you never said" demonstrate the tendency of the mind to create self-doubt and insecurity. The verse "You've been wandering at night, hoping to feel alright, when are you going to learn how to stop this fight" showcases the internal struggle that one may encounter when battling their thoughts and emotions. The song concludes by repeating the message that the "enemy is in your mind," which suggests that one needs to confront and overcome their negative thoughts in order to move forward and live a fulfilling life.
Line by Line Meaning
Enemy is in your mind
The negativity and self-doubt that you feel is all happening within your own thoughts and emotions.
Enemy is wasting time
Focusing on negative thoughts and emotions is a waste of time and energy that could be better spent on positive actions.
You got everything you need
You have all the resources and abilities within yourself to overcome the negativity within your own mind.
You need to plant the seed
It's up to you to take action and make the effort to cultivate positive thoughts and emotions within yourself.
You blame your wicked head
You blame your own negative thoughts and emotions for holding you back and preventing you from taking positive actions in your life.
For the words you never said
You regret not speaking up and expressing yourself confidently, which perpetuates negative thoughts and emotions within you.
You take this bitter pill
You're trying to force yourself to overcome negativity, even if it's unpleasant or difficult to do so.
To try to break your will
You're attempting to overcome your own negative thoughts and emotions and build resilience within yourself.
Here we go again
You're stuck in a cycle of negative thoughts and emotions that keeps repeating itself.
It's taking you for a ride
Your own negative thoughts and emotions are controlling you and leading you down a negative path.
You've been wandering at night
You're searching for a way to find peace and positivity within yourself, but you're struggling to do so.
Hoping to feel alright
You're seeking to find inner peace and positivity in order to feel better about yourself and your life.
When are you going to learn how to stop this fight
You recognize that you're fighting against yourself and want to find a way to overcome this negative cycle.
How come you take this road
You're questioning why you keep repeating negative patterns and cycles within yourself.
You cannot take it slow
You feel pressured to overcome your own negative thoughts and emotions quickly, but it's a process that takes time.
Contributed by Tyler K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.