The Misfits were known for their sing-along "Whoa-oh-oh" choruses after the 1982 "Walk Among Us" LP -- and although Naked Raygun are often cited as having been influenced by The Misfits in this regard, the reverse is the case.
Haggerty and Kezdy would later join with Larry Damore of the Bhopal Stiffs to form Pegboy. Pezzati fronted The Bomb. A reunion in the late 90s produced the live album Free Shit!. The band reunited for Riot Fest 2006 on November 5, 2006 in Chicago, Illinois, and is playing a west coast tour in December, 2007.
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Soldiers Requiem
Naked Raygun Lyrics
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This spirit endure - the courage that failed them never
So let valor erase - the lies that sought
To deceive them.
And so for now - I see it very clearly
A soldier in time - knows just what he holds dearly
And so it became - that time was not on their side.
And yet it remains - until we breathe our last breath.
Like tears in rain - there is no shame in your death.
The song "Soldiers Requiem" by Naked Raygun is a tribute to the brave soldiers who never got to come home. The opening lines "And so it begins - that some things last forever, this spirit endure - the courage that failed them never" encapsulates the essence of the song. The lyrics talk about the courage and valor of the soldiers who fought for their country, and how it is something that will never fade away. The soldiers may have fallen in battle, but their spirit and their bravery will always be remembered.
As the song progresses, the lyrics talk about how time was not on their side and yet their sacrifices will always remain until their last breath. The line "Like tears in rain - there is no shame in your death" is very powerful and draws attention to the fact that these soldiers died for a greater cause and their deaths should not be seen as a failure.
The lyrics of "Soldiers Requiem" are a stirring tribute to those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for their country. They highlight the bravery and courage of these soldiers, and how their sacrifices will never be forgotten.
Line by Line Meaning
And so it begins - that some things last forever
The start of something eternal and unchanging.
This spirit endure - the courage that failed them never
Their will and determination to fight never faltered.
So let valor erase - the lies that sought to deceive them.
Let bravery trump the falsehoods that tried to mislead them.
And so for now - I see it very clearly
In this moment, I have a clear perspective.
A soldier in time - knows just what he holds dearly
Someone who has been in battle understands what is truly important.
And so it became - that time was not on their side.
Time was not in their favor and worked against them.
And yet it remains - until we breathe our last breath.
Their memory and legacy lives on even beyond death.
Like tears in rain - there is no shame in your death.
Dying for a cause is honorable and nothing to be ashamed of.
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