Before their unfortunate demise, Apocalypse Hoboken toured with the likes of The Vandals, The Ataris, Ten Foot Pole, Less Than Jake, Swingin' Utters, Agent Orange, Guttermouth, Strung Out, Bigwig, Suicide Machines, At the Drive In, Murder City Devils, and appeared on West Coast dates of the Warped Tour.
Their last show in 2003 sold out Chicago's Metro, and though they haven't recorded a shred of new music in five years, demand for their live act has never been greater. A reunion at the Abbey Pub with all-original members promises to be a highlight of 2006.
Line up
Todd Pott - Vocals
Scott A. - Guitar
Sean - Guitar
Kurt Buddha - Bass Guitar
Andy - Drums
Discography
Yes, But... (1989, Self-Released) - (cassette)
Green Monster (1990, Fullon Records) - (7")
Punish the Innocent (1992, Fullon Records) - (cassette)
The Kingpin (1993, Dick Records) - (7")
Strikes Back (1993, Dick Records) - (7")
Superincredibleheavydutydudes (1994, Dyslexic Records) - (CD)
Reissued in 1997 by Labyrinth Media
Jerk Lessons (1994, Dyslexic Records) - (10")
Reissued in 1998 by Dyslexic/Choke Inc.
Daterape Nation (1994, Johanns Face Records) - (2x7")
Sassy's Cute Band Alert (1994, Dyslexic Records) - (7")
Split with Sidekick Kato
Easy Instructions For Complex Machinery (1995, Johanns Face Records - (LP/CD)
Daterape Nation / Jerk Lessons (1996, Johanns Face Records) - (CD)
A compilation of two earlier releases
Now's Not a Good Time (1996, Rocco Records) - (CD/10")
Led Zeppelin III (1997, Fueled By Ramen) - (7")
Oblivion/Apocalypse Hoboken (August 1997, Harmless Records) - (7")
V.M.Live #34 (1997, VML Records) - (7")
Also released as a CD under the name V.M.Live Series 1, Volume 8
Monchichi (1997, Dick Records) - (Promo 7")
House of The Rising Son of a Bitch (1998, Kung-Fu Records) - (LP/CS/CD)
Inverse, Reverse, Perverse (1999, Suburban Home Records) - (CD)
Microstars (1999, Kung-Fu Records) - (LP/CS/CD)
Four CD Box Set (2002, Self-Released) - CD
Disc 1 - 1990-1993
Disc 2 - 1994-1995
Disc 3 - 1995-1997
Disc 4 - 1997-2000
God Damn That's Love
Apocalypse Hoboken Lyrics
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All of you have come so quickly
I said I need a little bit
I want a hand clap
I need a pat on the back
I want to dance now
I'm gonna lap it up
I need a pat on the back
My lovely lovely ones
It's a shame that it's a crime
I said I need a little bit
I'll take a back step
I'm gonna take a cat nap
It's gonna feel good
It's gonna take time
I want a hand clap
I want a pat on the back
While others are quick to judge you
I'll slip and mold into you
You know you want me here to stay
Kissing the lips of brine
Go slow and take your time
I know you'll one day obey
I'll eat the dirt from underneath your fingernails
That's love
To have your pretty skins stretched over mine
Let me know if the twisting hurts
I'll hang from your mother's robe
Goddamn that's love
Goddamn that's love
It's so enticing inside you
You've come so quickly
Do you know what it's like to be pissed on
Do you?
The song God Damn That's Love by Apocalypse Hoboken starts off in a fun tone, with the singer expressing excitement about meeting their loved ones. The singer's request for a hand clap, a pat on the back, and a desire to dance shows how they need encouragement and support from those around them. The line "it's a shame that it's a crime" implies that society frowns upon pure, unadulterated expressions of love and affection, and the singer seems to be defying norms with their behavior.
The second verse takes a more intimate turn, with the singer speaking directly to their loved one. The lyrics show that the singer is willing to take a step back, slow down, and take a break. The mention of a "cat nap" suggests that the singer needs rest and relaxation, and there's a sense that their loved one can provide that for them. The singer wants a hand clap and a pat on the back, indicating that they still need validation and encouragement from their partner.
The final verse is quite graphic, with the singer willing to do anything for their loved one, including eating dirt from under their fingernails and hanging from their mother's robe. The repetition of "goddamn that's love" emphasizes the lengths that the singer is willing to go to demonstrate their affection. The question "do you know what it's like to be pissed on?" adds a slightly darker, more perverse element to the song, perhaps suggesting that true love involves embracing all aspects of a person, including their flaws and imperfections.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm so excited to see you
I can't wait to be with you and spend time together
All of you have come so quickly
It's great that everyone is here and ready to have a good time
I said I need a little bit
I just need some small things to make me feel happy and appreciated
I want a hand clap
I want some recognition for what I do
I need a pat on the back
I need some encouragement and validation
I want to dance now
I feel like celebrating and having fun
I'm gonna lap it up
I'm going to enjoy and savor every moment
My lovely lovely ones
I care for and appreciate all of you
It's a shame that it's a crime
It's unfortunate that some things that we feel and do are not socially acceptable
I'll take a back step
I'll step back and take a break to relax
I'm gonna take a cat nap
I'm going to rest and recharge
It's gonna feel good
It will be rejuvenating and refreshing
It's gonna take time
It will take a while to fully recover and feel better
While others are quick to judge you
Some people are too quick to make assumptions and criticize others
I'll slip and mold into you
I'll be flexible and adapt to your needs and desires
You know you want me here to stay
I know you desire my presence and my love
Kissing the lips of brine
Embracing the challenges and struggles that come with love
Go slow and take your time
Don't rush into things, take it easy and enjoy the journey
I know you'll one day obey
I trust that you'll follow your heart and make the right choices for yourself
I'll eat the dirt from underneath your fingernails
I'll do anything for you, no matter how unpleasant or difficult
That's love
That's what true love is, selfless and unconditional
To have your pretty skins stretched over mine
To be so close and intimate with you, skin to skin
Let me know if the twisting hurts
Tell me what you feel and communicate with me, so I can be attentive to your needs
I'll hang from your mother's robe
I'll show my devotion and loyalty to you, even if it means going against tradition and norms
Goddamn that's love
That's how powerful and intense love can be
It's so enticing inside you
I'm deeply attracted and drawn to you
Do you know what it's like to be pissed on
Do you know what it feels like to be treated unfairly or disrespected?
Contributed by Cooper A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.