In early 1999, returning cans and bottles became more than a gift to the en… Read Full Bio ↴In early 1999, returning cans and bottles became more than a gift to the environment and a way to get your change back. It put a name on a newly-formed three piece Power Pop-Punk band fresh from Long Island. Struggling to make ends meet for funding rehearsal time, the band turned in used cans and bottles in exchange for a name which couldn't be more well suited - "5¢ Deposit"

Founding members, John L. (guitar/vocals), Lieber (drums), and latest addition Brian "Torpedo" Torpey (bass/vocals) creat their unique, Power Pop-Punk sound, exuding the vigorous energy and raw talent which makes "5¢ Deposit" stand above the crowd.

Influences ranging from 50's/60's rock 'n' roll to such bands as NOFX, Green Day, Face To Face and Mxpx. "5¢ Deposit" has developed a flavor all their own, establishing recognition by playing countless shows across the US and abroad (to such places as Germany, Italy, Austria, Netherlands, Switzerland, France, Belgium), placement on mass amounts of compilation CD's, radio airplay across the country and beyond, appearances on the Warped Tour, reviews in Entertainment Weekly, and songs featured in movies and on such T.V. shows as CBS' "The District".

Staying true to their musical roots and not changing with the fads or latest musical trends that seem to be momentarily popular, "5¢ Deposit" is a band devoted to what they do, with fans devoted to what they create. "5¢ Deposit" is sure to make a lasting impression on the music scene.......

The In Crowd
5¢ Deposit Lyrics

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Don't care what you want
cause you'll stab me in the back
I know as soon as I am gone
burnin as you bleed
I can't believe that this is the place I wanna be
It happens every day
someone gets burned away
it kicks your ass it leaves you down

and if it happens to much
it can drive someone insane
it isn't what you want
it isn't what you need
it takes all of your energy
now I'm walkin on
cause you said you got my back
and when I turned man you were gone
don't care what you need

they stab you in the back
and then they fuckin watch you bleed

Overall Meaning

The song "The In Crowd" by 5¢ Deposit is a reflection on the dangerous nature of trusting others. The lyrics express the singer's disillusionment and mistrust of the people around them, suggesting that every day someone is betrayed and left behind. The singer has experienced this firsthand and has learned that even those who claim to have their back can turn on them in an instant. The repeated phrase "stab me in the back" emphasizes the feeling of betrayal and highlights the singer's fear of being hurt again.

The refrain "it isn't what you want, it isn't what you need, it takes all of your energy" underscores the toll that betrayal takes on a person. The singer acknowledges that it can drive someone insane if it happens too much. The use of "you" instead of "I" throughout the song also suggests that the singer sees themselves as a part of a larger group, the "in crowd," who are all struggling to survive in a world where trust is hard to come by.

Overall, the song is a powerful expression of the emotions that can arise from betrayal and distrust. The lyrics are raw and unapologetic, and the driving melody matches the intensity of the emotions being conveyed.

Line by Line Meaning

Don't care what you want
I am indifferent to your desires

cause you'll stab me in the back
I do not trust you and believe you will betray me

I know as soon as I am gone
I am aware that once I leave, you will speak poorly of me

burnin as you bleed
You will experience pain and regret as a result of your actions

I can't believe that this is the place I wanna be
I am disappointed with my current situation and feel stuck

It happens every day
This type of betrayal is common and frequent

someone gets burned away
An individual gets hurt or betrayed

it kicks your ass it leaves you down
The pain and suffering is intense and debilitating

and if it happens to much
Frequent betrayal can have negative effects on one's mental health

it can drive someone insane
Repeated betrayal can lead to psychological instability

it isn't what you want
Betrayal is not a desirable outcome