1. Self, an alternative roc… Read Full Bio ↴There is more than one artist with this name
1. Self, an alternative rock band from Tennessee
2. Self, a melodic, pop punk band from South Carolina.
3. SELF, a dark ambient project from Brooklyn
4. Self, a black metal band from Belgium
5. Self, a lo-fi acoustic project from Adelaide, Australia.
1. Self is a rock band that is mostly the brainchild of one Matt Mahaffey from Murfreesboro, Tennessee. Mahaffey began his musical career as a drummer, forming his first band at the precocious age of nine or ten with band members twice his age. Having gigged with punk, reggae, and pop bands, and even bluegrass square-dancing bands, Mahaffey went on to produce beats for rap artists out of his college dorm room. His diverse musical tastes would contribute to Self's unique sound. He later founded the indie label Spongebath with his bandmate at the time, Seth Timbs, and manager Rick Williams.
While Mahaffey has received nearly all the attention for the music, he is not the only member of the band, and not the sole songwriter either. Current members of the band include Chris James (keyboards, piano, samplers, guitar, backing vocals), Mac Burrus (bass guitar, keyboards, horns, backing vocals), and Jason Rawlings (drums). Past members include Matt's brother, Mike Mahaffey (lead guitar, keyboards, vocals) and Timm Nobles (bass guitar). Because Matt is proficient in almost all of the instruments that Self uses, he plays most of the instruments on the albums, but the other members do contribute occasional parts on albums, and shine when the band plays live. Seth Timbs has also played a small role in the band's songwriting and contributes vocals to a cover of the song Dizzy, but is not an official member of the band.
Mahaffey's debut Self album, Subliminal Plastic Motives, was released in 1995 on the Spongebath label. It was followed by The Half-Baked Serenade in 1996 and an album released for free via the internet in 1997 called Feels Like Breakin' Shit. An EP titled Brunch (1998) and the album Breakfast with Girls (1999) were co-released by the Spongebath and Dreamworks labels. Back at Spongebath, Self released Gizmodgery in 2000, an album notable for being created entirely with children's toy instruments. That same year, Self released two more free internet-only albums, Self Goes Shopping and Selfafornia.
In 2005, Self again released an album for free on the internet. Porno, Mint, and Grime consists of demos recorded during the 2001-2004 sessions for the unreleased album Ornament and Crime.
Their album Ornament and Crime is fully complete; however, Dreamworks (their record label) has declined to release the album for unknown reasons.
A DVD has also been completed, but due to legal reasons, may or may not be released. The performance includes a cover of AC/DC's hit song Back in Black, which has not yet been approved.
Self also did a cover of Ana Ng, originally done by They Might Be Giants, which is on the album Hello Radio, released July 2006. A new album tentatively entitled Super Fake Nice was announced in 2010 and released in 2014. A single, Could You Love me Now? was released in May 2010 and was later put on the B side for Record Store Day single Monogamy. Later in 2017 their previously never released albumOrnament and Crime was released on CD and vinyl but for legal reasons never put on streaming.
2. Self was a 3 piece melodic pop punk band from Columbia, South Carolina, active in the late 1990s. They released a single album named Codename: Spivey in 1996, which was re-released by Offtime Records in 1998.
3. SELF is the side-project of Brooklyn based True Crime Electronics project SLOGUN, in a dark ambient vein. Released one LP to date, titled The Mind and the Matter in 2004.
4. Self started as a solo project around 1999. Hennix (Demonizer) joined forces for the recordings of Searing Winds but left afterwards (2001-2003). Searing Winds was recorded at the home studio, except for the drums, recorded at Shumcot (http://www.shumcot.be/). Everything mixed and mastered at the home studio. The album never got officially released.
http://www.myspace.com/selfblackmetal
5. Self is an acoustic lo-fi project by Adelaide singer/songwriter Olly Byrne. He released his first album, The Bitter Cold recorded in his bedroom in early 2018.
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Negative
sElf Lyrics
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We keep on sinking down
We're out of time, we're out luck
How is it possible to face each day with a stupid smile? The cards are dealt
I'll always be my own self!
(Negative Negative) Self
(Negative Negative) Self
Soon it's all over
See the world, my anger burns it spirals out of control
Help me find, some peace of mind before I fucking explode
Headed for, the underworld, every tongue is split and curled
Don't tell me to stay positive cause I can't ignore the world
I use my anger as a tool
I feel the pain, I ain't no fool
I will not stack my rage upon the shelf
I'll always keep my negative self
GO!
The air's getting colder
The world's out of fuckin' order
(Negative Negative) Self
(Negative Negative) Self
(Negative Negative) Self
The air's getting colder
The world's out of order
The air's getting heavy
A weight on my shoulders
(Negative negative) Self
(Negative negative) Self
(Negative negative) Self
(Negative negative)
Seeeeeeeeeeelf!
The song "Negative" by sElf is a punk rock anthem that is a commentary on the overwhelming negativity of the modern world. The lyrics express the artist's frustration with the current state of affairs and the difficulties of maintaining a positive outlook in the face of constant turmoil. The opening lines, "I see what's going on, I know we're fucked," set the tone for the rest of the song, which is a scathing indictment of society.
The lyrics suggest that the world is in chaos, with no hope for redemption. The artist expresses a desire to find some peace of mind and to break free from the negative forces that are dragging them down. The chorus, with its repeated refrain of "Negative negative, self," emphasizes the importance of maintaining one's own identity and resisting the pressure to conform to society's expectations.
Overall, the song is a powerful statement of resistance, defiance, and resilience in the face of adversity. It is a call to action for anyone who feels overwhelmed by the negative forces of the world to stand up, speak out, and embrace their own identity.
Line by Line Meaning
I see what's going on, I know we're fucked
The situation is dire, and there's no positive way out
We keep on sinking down
Things are only getting worse
We're out of time, we're out luck
There's no hope left for us
How is it possible to face each day with a stupid smile? The cards are dealt
Ignorance is not bliss, and pretending everything is fine doesn't change the reality we face
I'll always be my own self!
I won't conform to a society that disregards the harsh truths of our world
(Negative Negative) Self
I embrace my negativity as a way to process and cope with the world
Soon it's all over
The end is near
It's going to be over (gonna be fuckin' over)
The end will be catastrophic
See the world, my anger burns it spirals out of control
The injustices and wrongdoings in the world fuel my anger even more
Help me find, some peace of mind before I fucking explode
I need to find a way to deal with my anger before I lose control completely
Headed for, the underworld, every tongue is split and curled
We're headed for a dark place where no one is safe, and everyone is corrupted
Don't tell me to stay positive cause I can't ignore the world
Ignoring the negative aspects of the world won't help or change anything
I use my anger as a tool
My anger is a powerful energy source that I can channel towards creating change
I feel the pain, I ain't no fool
I'm not oblivious to the suffering in the world, and I won't pretend it doesn't exist
I will not stack my rage upon the shelf
I won't suppress or ignore my anger, even if it's considered negative by others
I'll always keep my negative self
My negative outlook is a fundamental part of who I am and how I interact with the world
The air's getting colder
The world is becoming more inhospitable
The world's out of fuckin' order
The state of the world is chaotic and unpredictable
The air's getting heavy
The sense of dread and unease is increasing
A weight on my shoulders
The burden of the world's problems are weighing on me
(Negative negative) Self
I will always embrace my negative outlook and refuse to conform to a society that ignores the world's problems
Seeeeeeeeeeelf!
My identity and worldview are grounded in my ability to embrace negativity and use it as a tool for change
Contributed by Jordan H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
TheGeriatricHippie
Hi Suzy, I work as a healer. Are you especially hard on yourself? Do you experience self-condemnation? Are you trying to pursue your goals while harboring obvious self-abuse?
When we shoot for a goal our deep subconscious will burn huge amounts of energy debating for and against the acquisition of the goal. Subconscious beliefs will battle each other stealing the physical energy we need for physical passion. Four simple words will immediately end this subconscious debate and huge energy drain.
Those four words are:
"I give myself permission ......"
[] I give myself permission to be happy - healthy - free -
[] I give myself permission to be successful.
[] I give myself permission to be me.
When you give yourself permission, saying it out loud, you end the internal battle. Every part of you awakens to the anticipated result, thus helping to manifest the reality. Facing a problem? Just say out loud, "I give myself permission to just sail through this." Notice how a weight was just lifted off your shoulders? You're instantaneously in position to just sail through it. End internal arguments and free up vital energy. Give yourself permission for all that you want in life. Or, all you want to get rid of. I give myself permission to be free of my addiction. This is the magic of having permission.
The Geriatric Hippie
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✌P*E*A*C*E✌
Improve With Soo - Self Development
What an amazing talk. Just want to share the great takeaways I got from this:
-Our mind is like an instrument. It has its thoughts and can be tuned.
-Shift negative voice and stories to positive ones.
-A lot of people won't believe in your dreams even maybe close family and friends - "Wow, that's a great idea but here's a long list of why that won't work."
Three questions to ask:
1) Is it the truth?
2) Is it necessary?
3) Does is improve upon the silence?
-Subconscious and unconscious mind don't know the difference between negative or positive energy.
-Question the stories in your mind.
-Live your dream!!
-Just acknowledge the thoughts that appear like clouds in the sky.
The Mathmagic Show
I pump so much positivity into my mind every day through listening to motivational videos that there is no time let for negativity. The words we hear, especially the ones we hear repeatedly, whether from others, or ourselves, can absolutely make or break us in life.
Brandon Hayward
I'm trying to do this but it seems like my mind just won't stop ruminating on negative thoughts/scenarios. I've tried distracting myself multiple times ended up just getting addicted to multiple things. Drugs, video games, social media. I inevitably always find myself trying to numb the pain rather than work through it. I started slipping back into drugs and now I can't even find the strength/willpower/or mental fortitude to even make it through the first hour of my day without the perpetual cycle started up and my anxiety and stress levels go through the roof.
Joseph Lerz
absolutely, everything under success is internal esteem, you can have wisdom or direction, but you need confidence against society to be a winner
Marie Fearon
I am ...... time to live my life anew 2022 30th June kicked out depression and self harming myself mentally... I love ❤ myself again 😌 ❤ amen 🙏 🙌 ❤ 👏 can't get enough of positivity
Grupa Dian
Dies it really work? Really tryna do that but only recently. What have you stopped doing that was wearing you down? Ty
Nou Hayla
@Lauren Patricia it’s never late ❤️
Love
This video moved me to tears. Why am I so down on myself? Why are we our worst critics? Why do we care what others think or say? Especially when it comes to our passion and dreams. Thank you for sharing this video with the world. I send my love, respect, and joy to you all! 1♡
Ansley V
@TheGeriatricHippie thank you for this. It brought me to tears. I needed to see this tonight. ❤
TheGeriatricHippie
Hi Suzy, I work as a healer. Are you especially hard on yourself? Do you experience self-condemnation? Are you trying to pursue your goals while harboring obvious self-abuse?
When we shoot for a goal our deep subconscious will burn huge amounts of energy debating for and against the acquisition of the goal. Subconscious beliefs will battle each other stealing the physical energy we need for physical passion. Four simple words will immediately end this subconscious debate and huge energy drain.
Those four words are:
"I give myself permission ......"
[] I give myself permission to be happy - healthy - free -
[] I give myself permission to be successful.
[] I give myself permission to be me.
When you give yourself permission, saying it out loud, you end the internal battle. Every part of you awakens to the anticipated result, thus helping to manifest the reality. Facing a problem? Just say out loud, "I give myself permission to just sail through this." Notice how a weight was just lifted off your shoulders? You're instantaneously in position to just sail through it. End internal arguments and free up vital energy. Give yourself permission for all that you want in life. Or, all you want to get rid of. I give myself permission to be free of my addiction. This is the magic of having permission.
The Geriatric Hippie
👽👽👽👽👽
✌P*E*A*C*E✌
Thoi Dang
Thank you for sharing your thoughts. It helped rise me up a little bit.