Adrenalin O.D. formed in 1981 from the ashes of late 70's punk band The Eas… Read Full Bio ↴Adrenalin O.D. formed in 1981 from the ashes of late 70's punk band The East Paterson Boys Choir. A.O.D.'s first recordings saw release on the widely distributed New York Thrash cassette compilation released on ROIR cassettes in 1982. The compilation also featured the first recordings of the Beastie Boys, as well as prominent NYC punk bands like the Bad Brains and Kraut. The comedic and speedy "Paul's Not Home" became an instant college radio hit.

A.O.D.'s first vinyl record, a 6 song 7" EP entitled Let's Barbeque, was released on their own Buy Our Records label in 1983. Because the budget was so tight, the band could only afford 15 minutes of studio time. They recorded all six tracks in one take with no overdubs. Buy Our Records became one of New Jersey's largest indie punk labels and springboarded the careers of many bands including Flag Of Democracy, Raging Slab, and Pussy Galore.

Adrenalin O.D.'s first album entitled The Wacky Hijinks of Adrenalin O.D. showcased the band's use of blazing speed-punk and sarcastic lyrics, taking aim at the suburban experience with songs like "Middle Aged Whore", "Trans Am" (the inspiration for the Dead Milkmen's "Bitchin' Camarro"), and the crowd favorite "Rock n' Roll Gas Station". The album contains an untitled and blatantly obvious backmasked track. When played backwards, it is the band members saying in unison; "God is very, very nice. Be kind to animals. Satan sucks."

Adrenalin O.D. toured nationally and created a loyal following via their live shows (described by some as an experience somewhere between Minor Threat and Don Rickles.) The band's quick wit and on-stage banter was at times as much of an improv stand-up comedy act as a hardcore punk band, and fans coined the term "funny-punk" to describe their performances. Tracks that exhibit the band's quirky sense of humor include a punk rock cover of Henry Mancini's "Baby Elephant Walk", a surf rock version of "Hava Nagila" entitled "Surfin' Jew", and a track entitled "Masterpiece" which is a punk reworking of Jean-Joseph Mouret's 'Rondeau" from "Symphonies and Fanfares for the King's Supper" (which the band knew only as the theme from the PBS TV series Masterpiece Theatre).

By their third release Cruising With Elvis In Bigfoot's UFO, the band brought in producer Daniel Rey (who had worked with the Ramones, Misfits and Iggy Pop) to help the band's translation from hyper-speed to mid-tempo melodic punk. With songs like "Bulimic Food Fight", and "My Mom Can't Drive", Stereo Review Magazine ranked the album among the funniest records of all time, and the album was formative in the development of the pop punk sound of Fat Wreck Chords.

Survive
Adrenalin O.D. Lyrics

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As the worlds collide
Ima stand my ground
I know that the real survive
Ugh
Never fear we gon multiply
Wit all my heart make sure we thrive
Yeah
Look

Ugh
As the worlds collide
Ima stand my ground
I know that the real survive
Ugh
Never fear we gon multiply
Wit all my heart make sure we thrive
Look
Thirteen getting money in the foyer
Guerilla warefare
Don't get caught up the cross hairs
Avoid the despair
I smell a Brumaire
Shoot ya shoot
Coupe for coup
We prepared you'll never make it threw
Night or day let the hollows flow
As the sorrows grow
All the real gon keep they bucket low
Buckle for the show
New York City glow
Let it show
Hot boy for the snow
Then they let it go
Ugh
All these risks we take
I can blame it on the soil
But they my mistakes
Yeah
Over come the out come
I gotta make a change
Keep it real I can't remain the same
As the worlds collide
Ima stand my ground
I know that the real survive
Ugh
Never fear we gon multiply
Wit all my heart make sure we thrive
Yeah
Look
Ugh
As the worlds collide
Ima stand my ground
I know that the real survive
Ugh
Never fear we gon multiply
Wit all my heart make sure we thrive
If the cops knew the type of crimes I use to do
I'd be ahmoudou'd by the pain if my momma knew
I had dreams pullin up as a legend in a acc legend
Thriving off my blessings like a coded message
You couldn't give out any orders without workin proof
On your resume you either stole a dope boy or you shoot
I remember rockin rugby like i knew the sport
Matching color Prada on my feet that was never short
All we knew was Dapper Dan wit the fashion hand
Hustle for the cars jewels and women was the master plan
Living in the trench's gave me visions of the finish line
Came along way wit this pen of mine from toting nines
Ugh
All these risks we take
I can blame it on the soil
But they my mistakes
Yeah
Over come the out come

I gotta make a change
Keep it real I can't remain the same

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Adrenalin O.D.'s song "Survive" depict a scene of sheer horror and desperation in which the singer finds themselves trapped and fighting for their life. The imagery of gore floating down and a naked body drowning suggests a violent and gruesome situation that the singer is trying to escape from. Meanwhile, their body begins to change and fracture bones arise, adding a sense of physical agony and terror to the already dire situation. The mention of pipes as white as light and fingers freezing cold adds a clinical tone to the lyrics and further emphasizes the sense of helplessness that the singer is experiencing.

As the song progresses, the singer must fight for their life and plan their next move to avoid becoming prey. The lyrics suggest that the singer is not alone in their struggle, but their chances of survival seem slim. The repeated mentions of innerfracture crushing and sinking serve to reinforce the sense of impending doom and inescapability of the situation. Overall, the lyrics to "Survive" are a harrowing portrayal of fear and desperation in the face of a seemingly unstoppable threat.

Line by Line Meaning

Soon the breathing die
Your breathing is slowing down and about to stop.

No chance to survive
There is no hope for you to live.

Gore floating down
Blood and guts are floating around you.

Naked body drown
Your naked body is sinking in water.

You feel your body deform
You can feel your body changing in a negative way.

And start to change
These changes are beginning to take effect.

Fractured bones arise
Your bones are breaking and fracturing.

Pipes as white as light
Your veins are turning white.

Fingers freezing cold
Your fingers are becoming very cold.

Now your life is sold
Your life is now gone and not recoverable.

You've got to fight
You need to fight for your life.