About this song
The text describes 'Bloodstains' as a top album track for Agent Orange, though it is presented as a song rather than an album. It is tied to the period just before the band formed.
What it's about
The song describes a difficult time in Mike's life before he started the band, marked by a changing society, having no home, and hostility from people who disliked him. He feels it pushing him toward violent thoughts and is trying to clear his mind of fantasies that keep disrupting his life.
Fun facts
- Sampled in 1 other song, like “Cold Hands by Galactic Hole”.
- Covered 5 times, including “Bloodstains (Live) by Mindset”.
- Written by Mike Palm.
- Produced by Robbie Fields and Jay Lansford.