Feelin' Alright With the Crew
999 Lyrics


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Time out the boys are rarin' to go
Tonight it's gonna be a hell of a show
You think you've got something to prove
Just wait see who makes the first move
Your boots fit the occasion tonight
Tank up everything's going just right now

Feelin' alright with the crew
Feelin' alright with the crew
Feelin' alright with the crew
Feelin' alright with the crew

I've got my blood in my hair
And I want to smash you in the face so
What's the point in all this blood and confusion

Don't blink why this stupid battle
A curse it aggrivates the metal
Outburst ain't it ever gonna settle down next time
I'm gonna even the score
You find that they'll be back for more

Feelin' alright with the crew
Feelin' alright with the crew




Feelin' alright with the crew
Feelin' alright with the crew

Overall Meaning

The song "Feelin' Alright With the Crew" by 999 is a high-energy punk rock song that captures the rebellious and confrontational spirit of the punk movement. The lyrics depict a night out with a group of rowdy friends who are ready to cause chaos and mayhem. The singer taunts his opponents, challenging them to make the first move, while also acknowledging the potential violence of the situation. He embraces the camaraderie of his crew, feeling alive and invincible in their company, yet also recognizes the senselessness of the conflict they are engaged in. The lyrics convey a sense of youthful rebellion and a rejection of societal norms, glorifying a reckless, hedonistic lifestyle.


The chorus, "Feelin' alright with the crew," represents a mantra of unity and solidarity among the group. They may be outsiders or misfits in society, but together they feel a sense of belonging and power. The repetition of this line reinforces the theme of the song, emphasizing the importance of a shared identity in the punk subculture.


Overall, the song captures the nihilistic, anti-establishment ethos of punk rock, with its aggressive guitar riffs, pounding drums, and snarling vocals. It expresses a certain kind of freedom that can come from rejecting mainstream values and embracing a countercultural identity.


Line by Line Meaning

Time out the boys are rarin' to go
The boys are ready to go and they want to take a break before they do


Tonight it's gonna be a hell of a show
Tonight's show is going to be very exciting


You think you've got something to prove
You believe that you have something to prove to someone else


Just wait see who makes the first move
Wait and see who will be the first one to take an action


Your boots fit the occasion tonight
Your boots match the event you're attending tonight


Tank up everything's going just right now
Have a drink as everything is going well right now


Feelin' alright with the crew
Feeling good in the company of your friends


I've got my blood in my hair
I am very angry and want to fight


And I want to smash you in the face so
I want to hit you in the face


What's the point in all this blood and confusion
What is the purpose of all this violence and chaos?


Don't blink why this stupid battle
Do not look away regarding this senseless fight


A curse it aggrivates the metal
This negative energy is causing frustration


Outburst ain't it ever gonna settle down next time
The outburst is not going to end anytime soon, and next time, it will get worse


I'm gonna even the score
I will get revenge for what happened


You find that they'll be back for more
You will soon discover that they will want more violence




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: KEITH LUCAS, GUY DAYS

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

Micael Håkans

Thought tonight:
Why people need a "BEST PUNK BAND" (ofc there can only be one...) All other bands are so bad it's not even worth commenting on...
UK: Best fotball? (and the the brits go insane, like mad chimpanzees)
Etc, etc...
Why not enjoy all!?
Take the best from everything, and leave the worst to your neighbor!!! (irony)

Footballers and punk rockers try to see yourselves as a monkey and maybe you will be able to contribute with something of value for this planet... (If your not to hip to CARE..)

Ars Longa Vita Brevis
Per Espera Ad Astra



All comments from YouTube:

william myers

The most under rated band of all time. I never grow tired of them.

arran horron

saw em in 77 totally agree

Micael Håkans

Nah nah, they are not discovered yet!

chris brown

Love the bass in this tune. I loved it so much I became a bass player. Thanks 999. This band is more then brilliant . 999 & vibrators top band.

Sukjin Kim

takes me back to 78/79 going to sleep with this magic on the turntable - hats off to the greatest punk band the media ignores in favour of obvious boy bands of the time!

Tago Mago

Absolutely played their first album to death when I was 14. Had about 5 albums at the time.

Shenaldo One

First saw them at Erics in Liverpool in '78... one of the best punk bands who ever took to the stage! Looking forward to catching up with them again in 2023... oh golly, where have the chuffin' years gone...

Sue Keenan

Love this band 💖

Donald Cunningham

9909 like

Antonio Ribeiro

I heard this when I was 16 and today I'm 54, I still like voices and guitars.

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