The group dates back to September 1986. The very act of setting up the band took place an hour before Iron Maiden concert in Poznan, when Tomasz "Titus" Pukacki (vocal, bass guitar) met Robert "Litza" Friedrich (backing vocal, guitar) and they decided to sell the entrance tickets. The money they got was in no time spent on cheap Polish wine known locally as "kwas" (English "acid") The line up was then enlarged by Dariusz "Popcorn" Popowicz (guitar) and Maciej "Ślimak" Starosta (drums.) Soon they created a few song such as Barmy Army or Del Rocca which are performed live even these days. Unfortunately, after two months of blissful existence, the band suffered the loss of Titus - the leader, who had been called up to the army. Titus stayed there two years while the rest of the band performed with other bands. Popcorn joined Wolf Spider and Litza became a member of legendary Turbo and later Creation of Death. When Titus was finally released from the army, ACID DRINKERS was reactivated.
They first appeared on stage on 26th August 1989 in Wroclaw at a fairly big metal festival called "Metal Madness". They played three songs during which they remained completely still on stage, which was a pretty shocking idea as for a metal band at that time. The audience was absolutely taken aback. The same year they played only one more gig together with Turbo, Wolf Spider and Gomor.
In the meantime ACID DRINKERS recorded their first demo including Nagasaki Baby, Del Rocca and I Mean Acid. The demo noticed by Tomasz Dziubinski (Metal Mind Productions) was presented at Midem Fair in Cannes. A month later ACID DRINKERS signed a deal with Music for Nations. In 1990 ACID DRINKERS performed at Metalmania Festival in Katowice, which has been the largest metal festival in Eastern Europe for many years. The show was so excellent that not only fans but also critics and journalists regarded it as a triumph. In a blink of an eye the band gained popularity across the whole country. It was even called "Guns'n'Roses at Metallica's speed".
In October 1998 Litza left ACID DRINKERS, soon replaced by Przemyslaw "Perla" Wejmann. The same year the band was awarded "the Best Rock Band of the Year" by Polish Public Television. ACID DRINKERS also received "Fryderyk", the Polish equivalent of Grammy Award in category of "hard’n’heavy" in 1998, 2000, 2004. In 2003 Perla left the band. The place emptied by him was soon taken over by Tomasz ‘Lipa’ Lipnicki, the leader of another famous Polish band – Illusion. When Lipa left the band in march 2004, next guy joined the band. His name is Aleksander “Olass” Mendyk, guitar player from great hardcore band called None.
Acid Drinkers has always been one of the best and the most live-impressive Polish heavy metal bands. It has been estimated that so far they have played over 700 concerts in Poland and abroad. From 1996 to 2003 Acids headlined 7 tours and their audience reached a million of people. They headlined all the important Polish rock and metal festivals. The band supported many international stars, such as Deep Purple (in Katowice 03.06.1996 and 24.06.1998 and 27.06.2004 Legia Stadium-Warsaw), Ian Gillan ("Toolbox In" tour in Poland and Czech Republic December 1991), Megadeth, Bruce Dickinson, Sepultura, Paradise Lost and Slayer. The band has been recognized as the best Polish band of the 90s’ by Polish journalists, readers of Polish rock and metal magazines and, of course, BY FANS.
Line-Up
Tomasz "Titus" Pukacki - lead vocals, bass guitar
Wojciech "Jankiel" Moryto - guitar, bkg vocals
Darek "Popcorn" Popowicz - lead guitar
Maciej "Ślimak" Starosta - drums
Drunk Eyes
Acid Drinkers Lyrics
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How did you get in my hell?
Your blood has such a sweet smeel
Your blood has such a sweet smeel
I never expected you
I never expected you
Will you let me taste it, too?
Will you let me taste it, too?
But others can give me more
I won't let you find the door
I won't let you find the door
I won't let you find the door
Others can give me more!!!
Blind, drunk eyes
Hipnotized
Blind, drunk eyes
Never, never wise
Following the special sound
Following the special sound
I whirled round and round
I whirled round and round
I sat on the carousel
I sat on the carousel
Like I was under someone's spell
Like I was under someone's spell
Thanx for an awesome ride
Thanx for an awesome ride
I felt I could fly
I felt I could fly
Blind, drunk eyes
Hipnotized
Blind, drunk eyes
Never, never wise
All that's left is sweet
All that's left is blood
Maybe we were wrong
Never mind, thanx God
Maybe I was nut
Never mind, thanx God
Blind, drunk eyes
Hipnotized
Blind, drunk eyes
Never, never wise
The lyrics of "Drunk Eyes" by Acid Drinkers seem to be about someone who is under the spell of someone else. The person speaking in the song can't believe they let this person come into their life and, seemingly, their soul. They describe the sweet smell of the person's blood and, even though they never expected this person to come along, they can't let them go. They are blinded and hypnotized, feeling like they're under a spell or on a carousel, thanks to them.
The lyrics also suggest that there is an awareness, albeit a drunken one, that this person is not good for them - that there are others who can give them more, but the hold this person has on them is too strong. They seem to revel in the experience, thanking this person for the ride, even as they acknowledge that they may have been wrong. It's a dark and eerie song, with a sense that the person is giving into something dangerous and potentially deadly.
Overall, "Drunk Eyes" seems to be about the allure of something dark and forbidden, whether it's a person, a substance, or a lifestyle. The lyrics capture the seductive pull something dangerous can have, and how it can blind and control us if we let it.
Line by Line Meaning
How did you get in my hell?
I am in a bad situation, and I don't know how you got involved in it.
Your blood has such a sweet smeel
I am talking to someone and referring to their blood as if I have a thirst for it and find it alluring.
I never expected you
I am surprised by your presence or actions.
Will you let me taste it, too?
I want to drink your blood, and I am asking for permission.
But others can give me more
Although I am interested in drinking your blood, there are others who can satisfy my thirst better.
I won't let you find the door
I am not going to let you leave or escape from me.
Blind, drunk eyes
Hipnotized
I am under the influence of alcohol and not thinking clearly.
Following the special sound
I whirled round and round
I am lost and disoriented, following some sort of sound or music and spinning around.
I sat on the carousel
Like I was under someone's spell
I am riding a carousel and feel like I am being controlled by some unseen force.
Thanx for an awesome ride
I felt I could fly
I had a great time while riding the carousel and felt like I had the ability to fly.
All that's left is sweet
Maybe we were wrong
Never mind, thanx God
Maybe I was nut
After all that has happened, all that is left is the sweetness of your blood. Even though things went wrong, I am not too concerned about it and consider it a blessing. It's possible I am crazy.
Never, never wise
Overall, my actions and thoughts are not smart or logical due to my drunken state.
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