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
The Joker
Acid Drinkers Lyrics
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He's the best in his branch, he's got the biggest pay
Country wide clown, the most stupid star
The moron of the year but don't try shoot him down
Don't talk so loud walls got ears
And if you talk too loud, it costs too many tears
Don't shout so loud, I know that you are brave
And if you shout too loud
Everybody knows he's invisible king
He's jumping like a frog, I feel horrible stink
You know this pretty joker, so listen girls and boys
He's gonna turn you on obiedent toys
Stand on your head, now eat shit
This joker is amazing, yes, he's a real hit
He's average fucker, this man has no feelings
He's got a secret hobby
This hobby is killing
The Joker is a song by the heavy metal band, Acid Drinkers. The lyrics of the song talk about a Joker who is known to be funny, great, the best in his branch, and has the largest pay. He is a country-wide clown, who is also considered the most stupid star and the moron of the year. The song advises against trying to shoot the Joker down because he has many supporters. The lyrics warn not to talk too loud because walls have ears, and shouting too loud can cost too many tears. The Joker is known to be an invisible king and jumps like a frog. The song asserts that the Joker has a hobby of killing and is an average man with no feelings.
The song seems to be a satirical look at society's obsession with clowns and the entertainment industry. It talks about how people support and adore those who entertain them without understanding or caring about their true nature. The Joker is depicted as a deceptive, immoral person who has no regard for others and engages in acts of violence. The song also warns of the dangers of blind adoration and idolization.
Line by Line Meaning
Joker is funny, joker is great
The Joker is a figure of entertainment and admiration, known for his sense of humor and charisma.
He's the best in his branch, he's got the biggest pay
The Joker is the top performer in his line of work and is rewarded with a high salary for his talent.
Country wide clown, the most stupid star
Though the Joker is a beloved figure across the country, he is also seen as a foolish and unintelligent personality.
The moron of the year but don't try shoot him down
Despite being recognized as someone of low intelligence, the Joker is not to be underestimated, and any attempt to harm him will not succeed.
Don't talk so loud walls got ears
It is important to be cautious with what you say and to whom, for information can be overheard and used against you.
And if you talk too loud, it costs too many tears
If you recklessly speak without discretion, you may face severe consequences from those who are upset or offended by your words.
Don't shout so loud, I know that you are brave
Being loud and obnoxious in your behavior does not equal bravery, and such behavior may actually reveal your foolishness and lack of decorum.
And if you shout too loud, you are digging your grave
Reckless and foolish behavior can have severe long-term consequences, even leading to one's own demise.
Everybody knows he's invisible king
Despite being seen as a clown, the Joker holds a certain level of power and influence over those around him, creating a sense of dominance and control.
He's jumping like a frog, I feel horrible stink
The Joker's behavior is so erratic and unpredictable that it creates an uncomfortable and uneasy feeling in those around him.
You know this pretty joker, so listen girls and boys
The Joker's reputation precedes him, and everyone knows of him, whether positively or negatively.
He's gonna turn you on obiedent toys
The Joker's charisma and influence are so strong that he can easily convince others to follow his lead and do his bidding.
Stand on your head, now eat shit
The Joker's sadistic and cruel tendencies are revealed through his behavior, as he forces people to do humiliating and degrading acts for his own amusement.
This joker is amazing, yes, he's a real hit
Despite his profane and twisted behavior, the Joker continues to captivate and entertain those around him, leaving a lasting impression of his captivating personality.
He's average fucker, this man has no feelings
Despite his charismatic and spellbinding persona, the Joker is ultimately a deeply flawed person, lacking any empathy, sensitivity or human decency.
He's got a secret hobby
The Joker has certain behavior that he keeps private and hidden from others, usually manifesting as sadism or cruelty.
This hobby is killing
The Joker's secret behavior involves the murder and death of others, revealing the twisted and depraved nature of his personality.
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HuBercik
pierwszy raz ....jak z kumplem dostaliśmy ta kasetę....to(po jej przesłuchaniu) najebalismy się winami i obrzygaliśmy cały kurwa pokój w internacie...kierownik po rodziców zadzwonił ...do dzisiaj ojciec się śmieje a matka płacze :P ze jak kierownik wchodził to się poślizną ....
Anita Brodzik
Hahahaha piękne czasy 😁
juzio69
Pure rock and roll 😁
liptonn76
Potencjometr we wzmacniaczu mi się zawsze kończy jak to puszczam, przy okazji mam ochotę rozpierdolić wszystko dookoła (oprócz głośników) :D
BrainMutant
2:30 jest moc, brzmienie albumu zwala z nóg
dyziu82
Według mnie najlepsza polska płyta lat 90-tych. CZAD !!!!!
Wojciech Knop
Jeden z najlepszych kawałków Acidów moim zdaniem. Stay Acid :D
marcinhoozzy
Muito bom !!! parabéns
Paulina
że mnie nie było! ja chcę jeszcze raz ich na woodzie <3!
Imach
załatwione :D