Their first band name was Steven's Team, named after the movie The Cable Guy.
Big Japan's first release, Music for Dummies, was digitally released through Nightshift Records on August 23, 2005. This CD originally titled "Music for Dummies" was changed to "Untitled" thus the limited number of CDs printed have become collectors items. The band planned to release an EP in early 2007 (as announced in Big Japan's myspace) however said EP was not realeased.
Complex
big japan Lyrics
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easier it is the harder i try to get out of it
i'm the first to admit it
when the cigarettes lit only to be extinguished
its complex
you all love me anyway
you're better off without me
on the outside looking in
my selfdestruct system is my only fight
'cause i don't play to win
i try to put my finger on it
frustrated
but i know all in all it has not come to grip with
on the outside lookin in
my selfdestruct system is my only fight
'cause i don't play to win
isn't it a complex
oh you must be thinking of another
it depends on the light.. most suicidal tonight
i don't play to win
i don't play to win
i don't play to win
The lyrics of "Complex" by Big Japan revolve around the theme of complexity and self-destruction. The singer admits that despite trying hard, it's difficult to get out of the complexities that surround him. Lighting cigarettes and then extinguishing them can be interpreted as a metaphor for starting something and then giving up on it. The song acknowledges that the singer's self-destructive tendencies lead to a feeling of not playing to win, which is reflective of low self-esteem and a lack of confidence.
The line "You all love me anyway, you're better off without me, at least that's what I'll say" suggests that the singer is wrestling with the idea of becoming a burden on others, while simultaneously doubting whether they are loved unconditionally. The line, "Isn't it complex, oh you must be thinking of another" portrays the singer's tendency to deflect or downplay his struggles while feeling misunderstood. The overall message of the song seems to be that while complexity and self-destructive behavior may seem insurmountable, it's essential to keep trying and trusting in the love and support of others.
Line by Line Meaning
It's complex
The situation is complicated and difficult to understand.
easier it is the harder i try to get out of it
The more effort I put into resolving the situation, the more difficult it becomes.
i'm the first to admit it
I acknowledge that the situation is complicated and my role in it.
when the cigarettes lit only to be extinguished
I am stuck in a cycle of self-destructive behavior that is hard to break.
you all love me anyway
Despite my flaws and self-destructive tendencies, I feel loved and supported by those around me.
you're better off without me
I feel like my problems are a burden to others and that they would be better off without me.
at least that's what i'll say
I am not necessarily sure that others would be better off without me, but I use this as a defense mechanism to distance myself from my problems.
on the outside looking in
I feel disconnected from others and like I am observing life from a distance.
my selfdestruct system is my only fight
I am trapped in a cycle of self-destructive behavior that feels like my only way of coping with life's challenges.
'cause i don't play to win
I am not trying to succeed or overcome my problems, but rather just trying to get by.
i try to put my finger on it
I am attempting to understand and identify the root of my problems.
frustrated
I am feeling overwhelmed and upset by my inability to resolve my problems.
but i know all in all it has not come to grip with
Despite my efforts to understand and solve my problems, I still feel like I don't fully understand or have control over them.
isn't it a complex
The situation is so complicated that it is difficult to categorize or even define.
oh you must be thinking of another
I am deflecting and avoiding talking about my problems.
it depends on the light.. most suicidal tonight
My mood and mindset can vary wildly and even become dangerously self-destructive.
i don't play to win
I am not motivated or focused on succeeding or overcoming my problems, but rather just getting through each day as best as I can.
i don't play to win
I am not motivated or focused on succeeding or overcoming my problems, but rather just getting through each day as best as I can.
i don't play to win
I am not motivated or focused on succeeding or overcoming my problems, but rather just getting through each day as best as I can.
Contributed by Grace T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
VaseLu
Adam and Jonah are my 2 favorite actors of all time, can't believe they were (apparently) in a band together. Didn't have a clue they even remotely know each other.
emgolightly
<3 totally awesome! Adam rocks! The shirt of Adam rocks! The group rocks! The music rocks! Thats my label of liiiiife:))
robfan1114
i love bret harrison and adam brody!!!! i had no idea they were in a band together!
theBeorn
holy crap just found out this band, it's really really good
EoinOL
does anyone know where i can get the original version of this? its unreal.
Mag0066
Bordy's fill is so amazing. xD
jbox74
Reminds me of the early 90's type of stuff....like the theme from Pete and Pete, simple chord structures with catchy hooks
Eva Reiter
I love adam brody!
HelgaHorst
adam brody is playing drums ? *-* wooooooow!
44Edbuoy
I feel like shit man, so recently I tried my hand at watching series, so ya there are a couple of shows that are cool out there, then came the OC, though it's kinda old now I don't care & man Adam Brody's character is rad. So I googled him to know some stuff & found out he's in a band, y'day I watched a movie of his called "In the land of women", if u guys haven't watched, please do. He is the shit!!! & ya, nice upload.