Gene Machine/don't Bother Me
Bad Brains · Other Songs - Bad Brains
Don't bother me
You wanna know if I'll get down
Can't you see
(Gene Machine)
Stick it in
Shove it up
Are they still humans?
(Dream Machine)
With brown eyes
brown hair
Created scientifically
You wanna see me hang around
Don't bother me
You wanna know if i get down
Oh can't you see
Come on open up your eyes
Truth is there to see
There is to be in reality
(Gene Machine)
Are they issues?
Dial-A-Gene...Buy-A-Gene
Take a second look did one just pass by way?
Gene Machine
Gene Machine
You never know one
when you see her
Quite aware
Mistaken identity
Oh. Gene Machine
Under H.I.M.
we pray not take the other
About Gene Machine/don't Bother Me
Bad Brains' "Gene Machine/don't Bother Me" stands as a defining track of the early 1980s punk and reggae fusion movement. Released during the band's peak creative period, the song exemplifies their signature style, blending the driving energy of hardcore punk with the rhythmic complexity of Jamaican dancehall. The track features the band's characteristic raw production and frontman Howard Scott's rapid-fire vocal delivery, which often layered multiple voices to create a chaotic yet melodic soundscape. As a staple of their discography, the recording captures the band's ability to merge disparate musical traditions into a cohesive and powerful statement. It reflects the cultural cross-pollination of the era, influencing countless artists who sought to fuse aggression with groove. The song remains a critical listen for fans of the genre, showcasing Bad Brains' enduring impact on rock and roll history through their unique sonic identity and unyielding energy.