NUFAN's debut album, Incognito, was released in 1990 through New Red Archives. The band has released a single and one more full-length on this label, until signing up with Fat Mike's label, Fat Wreck Chords, on 1993. At that year, No Use For a Name released its first record on Fat, The Daily Grind, which turned to be a highly successful album.
In 1995, After the release of Leche Con Carne, their fourth full-length, Chris Shiflett (now in the Foo Fighters and Me First and the Gimme Gimmes) and Matt Riddle (also in Pulley) joined the band to play Guitar and Bass, respectively. In 1997, after the success of Making Friends, the band went on a worldwide tour through U.S., Europe, Australia, Canada, and Japan.
Chris left the band to play in the Foo Fighters, so now they have Dave Nassie playing guitar
The band released their 8th full-length album, titled Keep Them Confused, on June 14th, 2005. It takes a more political, philosophical and religious position than earlier releases.
A greatest hits collection titled All the Best Songs was released on July 10, 2007.
A new fourteen song full-length studio album entitled The Feel Good Record of the Year was released on April 1, 2008. In 2009, when promoting the album in Europe, Dave Nassie left the band to join the ranks of Bleeding Through. In August 2009 the band announced, that they replaced Nassie with Lagwagon's guitarist and founding member of RKL, Chris Rest.
In December of 2010, Rory Koff announced to the band he would need time off from touring to go full time with his snowplow business and eventually was replaced by new full-time drummer Boz Rivera (of King City, RKL, and The Mad Caddies.). Koff was the last remaining member of the original 1987 No Use for a Name line up.
Since 2010, No Use for a Name has been working on a new album.
Tony Sly tragically passed away on August 1, 2012.
Dumb Reminders
No Use for a Name Lyrics
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And then I rang it off the hook
I didn't get you, til' one AM
Who was wrong and who was right, and this distance caused a fight,
Now I'm ready to give in,
Honestly, I'd give anything to be with you,
Right now
This town is full of dumb reminders, having a good time, can't you tell?
Hang up the phone, then I come back down,
Miss you, I hope you're doing well
I'm used to waiting, what's a voice without a face?
I think I'm dying
Without you here,
So I drink myself to sleep
And then I hide beneath the sheets,
And I try to disappear
I get up, every single time,
Cause you keep me alive..
This town is full of dumb reminders, having a good time, can't you tell?
Hang up the phone, then I come back down,
Miss you, I hope you're doing well
This town is full of dumb reminders, having a good time, can't you tell?
Hang up the phone, then I come back down,
Miss you, I hope you're doing well
Miss you, I hope your, miss you, I hope you're doing well.
The song "Dumb Reminders" by No Use For A Name is an emotional ballad about missing someone and longing for their presence. The lyrics describe the frustration of being unable to connect with someone, feeling disconnected and distant. The song highlights the pain of waiting for someone who doesn't seem to be there, and the emotional toll that it takes.
The first verse begins with the singer hearing a message and trying to call back, but not getting a response until late at night. The singer wonders who was right or wrong in the argument that happened, and acknowledges that the distance between them caused a fight. Despite that, the singer is ready to give in and do anything to be with the person.
The second verse continues with the singer expressing the pain of missing someone, feeling like they are dying without them. The singer hides under the sheets and tries to disappear, but ultimately gets up because the person keeps them alive. The chorus then repeats, with the singer acknowledging that this town is full of dumb reminders of the person they miss, and hoping that they are doing well.
Overall, "Dumb Reminders" is a heartfelt expression of missing someone and the pain that comes with that. It showcases the power of connection and the emotional importance of having someone there for you.
Line by Line Meaning
I heard the message,
I received a message
And then I rang it off the hook
I immediately called back
I didn't get you, til' one AM
I didn't hear back from you until 1 AM
Who was wrong and who was right, and this distance caused a fight,
We argued about who was at fault and distance was a contributing factor
Now I'm ready to give in,
I'm ready to compromise and end the argument
Honestly, I'd give anything to be with you,
I truly desire to be with you
Right now
At this very moment
This town is full of dumb reminders, having a good time, can't you tell?
The town reminds me of memories we shared, appearing to have fun
Hang up the phone, then I come back down,
I end our phone conversation and feel sad afterwards
Miss you, I hope you're doing well
I miss you and hope you're happy
I'm used to waiting, what's a voice without a face?
I'm accustomed to waiting for your response but seeing you is more meaningful
I think I'm dying
I feel like I'm suffering without you
Without you here,
In your absence
So I drink myself to sleep
I use alcohol to help me fall asleep
And then I hide beneath the sheets,
I cover myself with blankets
And I try to disappear
I wish to vanish
I get up, every single time,
I try to remain optimistic
Cause you keep me alive..
Because being with you is what gives me life
Miss you, I hope your, miss you, I hope you're doing well.
I miss you and hope you're happy
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