In 2012, Grace publicly came out as transgender. After a long period of line-up changes and uncertainty surrounding the band's future, their sixth studio album, Transgender Dysphoria Blues, was released independently in January 2014 to critical acclaim. The band's seventh album, Shape Shift with Me, was released in 2016. In addition, the band have four well known EPs: Crime as Forgiven by Against Me!, The Acoustic EP, The Disco Before the Breakdown, and New Wave B-Sides. They have released numerous singles, two live albums, and demo versions of the three of their studio albums.
Band members:
Laura Jane Grace – vocals, guitar
James Bowman – lead guitar
Andrew Seward – bass
Atom Willard – drums
Former members:
Kevin Mahon – drums (1998–2001)
Dustin Fridkin – bass (2000–2002)
Warren Oakes – drums (2001–2009)
George Rebelo – drums (2009–2010)
Jay Weinberg – drums (2010–2012)
Inge Johansson – bass (2013–2018)
Discography:
• Reinventing Axl Rose (2002)
• As the Eternal Cowboy (2003)
• Searching for a Former Clarity (2005)
• New Wave (2007)
• White Crosses (2010)
• Transgender Dysphoria Blues (2014)
• Shape Shift with Me (2016)
Don't Lose Touch
Against Me! Lyrics
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You're not saying anything we haven't heard before
You're caught up in an argument
Oh, you're so lost in modern art
You were losing all and you will find again
Don't lose touch
Don't lose touch
Please tell me I'm not the only one
That thinks we're taking ourselves too seriously
Just a little too enamor with the inflated supra bastion
Oh, talk is cheap and it doesn't mean much
Don't lose touch
Don't lose touch
I'm losing to-o-ouch! (oh-oh-oh!)
Oh, I'm losing touch
Well, I'm losing touch
Well I'm losing to-o-ouch! (oh-oh-oh!)
Oh, I'm losing touch
Well I'm losing touch
Constant entertainment for our restless minds
Constant stimulation for ever appetite
Is there something wrong with these songs?
Maybe there's something wrong with the audience
Manipulation in rock music
Fucking nausea
I'm losing to-o-ouch! (oh-oh-oh!)
Well I'm losing touch
I'm losing touch
Well I'm to-o-ouch! (oh-oh-oh!)
And it's obvious
The lyrics of Against Me!'s song "Don't Lose Touch" are a commentary on the state of the music industry and society's obsession with constantly being entertained and stimulated. The song is directed towards those who are pretentious and contrived, saying that they are not saying anything new or meaningful. The lyricist is frustrated with the way society is losing touch with what truly matters, and is caught up in an argument that is not adding any significant value to their lives. They suggest that there is something wrong with the current state of music, and that it may be related to society's inability to connect with one another and with what is truly important.
The lyricist urges the listener not to lose touch, to remember what is truly important in life and not to get caught up in the constant stimulation and manipulation of modern society. They suggest that by staying connected and aware of what truly matters, we can avoid becoming lost and disconnected from ourselves and others. The use of the S.O.S. text from a cell phone adds a sense of urgency to the message, suggesting that we need to act quickly in order to keep from losing touch.
Overall, "Don't Lose Touch" is a powerful commentary on the state of modern society and the importance of staying connected and aware of what truly matters in life. It urges listeners to resist the constant stimulation and manipulation of the modern world and to stay focused on what is truly important in life.
Line by Line Meaning
You're coming off kind of contrived and pretentious
Your words and actions seem insincere and overly showy
You're not saying anything we haven't heard before
Your thoughts lack originality or value
You're caught up in an argument
You're too invested in a disagreement or debate
Oh, you're so lost in modern art
You're overly focused on trendy, modern culture
You were losing all and you will find again
You were experiencing a loss or setback but will recover
Don't lose touch
Don't become disconnected from reality or your true self
S.O.S. text you from a cell phone
A cry for help or urgent message sent via technology
Please tell me I'm not the only one
Expressing a desire for validation or agreement
That thinks we're taking ourselves too seriously
Belief that people are overly invested in their own importance
Just a little too enamor with the inflated supra bastion
Overly impressed with something that is superficial or lacking real value
Oh, talk is cheap and it doesn't mean much
Words do not hold much weight without action to back them up
I'm losing to-o-ouch! (oh-oh-oh!)
Experiencing a painful or difficult loss or decline
Well, I'm losing touch
Becoming disconnected or out of touch with reality or oneself
Constant entertainment for our restless minds
The desire for constant stimulation and distraction from everyday life
Constant stimulation for ever appetite
The need to constantly be fed and satisfied in all areas of life
Is there something wrong with these songs?
Questioning the quality or purpose of popular music
Maybe there's something wrong with the audience
Suggesting that people are accepting and promoting low-quality art
Manipulation in rock music
The use of tricks or tactics to influence or deceive listeners
Fucking nausea
Strong negative feelings or emotions
And it's obvious
The situation or issue is clear or apparent
Lyrics © ROUGH TRADE PUBLISHING
Written by: Andrew W Seward, James R Bowman, Thomas J Gabel, William W Oakes
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Mesousa Gaby
You're coming off kind of contrived and pretentious
You're not saying anything we haven't heard before
You're caught up in an argument
Oh, you're so lost in modern art
You were losing all and you will find again
Don't lose touch
Don't lose touch
S.O.S. text you from a cell phone
Please tell me I'm not the only one
That thinks we're taking ourselves too seriously
Just a little too enamor with the inflated supra bastion
Oh, talk is cheap and it doesn't mean much
Don't lose touch
Don't lose touch
I'm losing to-o-ouch! (oh-oh-oh!)
Oh, I'm losing touch
Well, I'm losing touch
Well I'm losing to-o-ouch! (oh-oh-oh!)
Oh, I'm losing touch
Well I'm losing touch
Constant entertainment for our restless minds
Constant stimulation for ever appetite
Is there something wrong with these songs?
Maybe there's something wrong with the audience
Manipulation in rock music
Fucking nausea
I'm losing to-o-ouch! (oh-oh-oh!)
Well I'm losing touch
I'm losing touch
Well I'm to-o-ouch! (oh-oh-oh!)
And it's obvious
Cody Crawford
I think I was like twelve when this song came out, and I was immediately hooked. I think this is the first time I’ve listened to it in like ten years, and it still holds up.
Ethan Munoz
i was like 7 and my Dad showed it to me:)
Joshua Horner
I was in freshman or sophomore year of highschool. I remember seeing it on MTv and immediately fell in love with this song. The music video is fantastic. Definitely still holds up.
Joe Baldwin
Most of Tom's works hold up.
Drewsyfer
@Ethan Munoz and now i feel old
Darrell Baum
Fuck I'm old!
Jibbousow Gaming
2021 and it's still fucking jammin. love this band
Malcolm MIGWI
Respect
Guardian Prepping
Sup from 2022, almost 2023 :D
Tara Nelson
2023 I've been rocking this song for almost 2 decades