Following the suicide of drummer and longtime friend Derrick Plourde (who was also the original drummer for Lagwagon) in 2005, Bad Astronaut has disbanded. Their third and final full-length album, entitled Twelve Small Steps, One Giant Disappointment, was released in 2006 on Fat Wreck Chords.
In 2007, Joey started another project called Afterburner. They have released 4 acoustic songs via their Myspace page.
Not A Dull Moment
Bad Astronaut Lyrics
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One bed, one bath, two months with Steph
Drinkin' up the sunrise
Then sleep till eight at night
I had a ten day birthday till Thanksgiving
We burnt the bird and hit the road
Blur in stereo, sonic bookmarks and bad scenes
Only took a week to start the warfare
Eccentric neighbours on welfare
The turntable spun to the beat of pounding on the walls
We'd sink another drink with Billy Idol
Have sloppy sex on the living room floor
A whirlwind of simple pleasure principal
Principles are gone
It's not a dull moment
I barely miss living in that selfish bliss with Steph
And I always have the past to be warned
And I always knew the last laugh was more
And I can taste the gold ring tarnish in my mouth
And I need a drink to wash it out
It's not a dull moment
I barely miss living in that state of filth
So I cleaned the yard, the yard, the yard
Mow the lawn, scrub the stained rug
So what? It's safe and sound I have found
The lyrics to Bad Astronaut's song "Not A Dull Moment" tell the story of someone reflecting on a time in their past when they lived in Los Angeles with their partner Steph. They reminisce about drinking tequila and sleeping during the day, celebrating their extended birthday before heading off on a road trip, and dealing with eccentric and often noisy neighbors. Despite these challenges, the singer asserts that they "barely miss living in that selfish bliss with Steph" and that "it's not a dull moment" looking back on those times.
As the song progresses, the singer acknowledges that their time in LA was not without its downsides. They describe their lifestyle as a "state of filth" and acknowledge that they relied on alcohol and impulsive behavior to find pleasure in their lives. However, they ultimately find comfort in the safety and stability of a mundane life, as evidenced by their efforts to clean their living space and take care of the yard.
Line by Line Meaning
I remember well the smell of tequila
I can vividly recall the scent of tequila, likely indicating a memorable event
One bed, one bath, two months with Steph
I spent two months living with my partner Steph in a small, basic living space
Drinkin' up the sunrise
I enjoyed drinking alcohol while witnessing the sunrise
Then sleep till eight at night
I would then sleep until the evening
I had a ten day birthday till Thanksgiving
I celebrated my birthday for ten days, leading up to Thanksgiving
We burnt the bird and hit the road
We ruined our Thanksgiving turkey and left afterwards
Blur in stereo, sonic bookmarks and bad scenes
Despite some negative experiences, I still associate positive memories with music
But not a dull moment, I barely miss living in Los Angeles
Despite any hardships, I still look back on living in Los Angeles with a sense of excitement and fulfillment
Only took a week to start the warfare
Conflict with my neighbors began within a week of moving in
Eccentric neighbours on welfare
My neighbors were unique and financially dependent on support
The turntable spun to the beat of pounding on the walls
Despite the noise from my neighbors, I still tried to enjoy music
We'd sink another drink with Billy Idol
I turned to alcohol as a way to relax and enjoy myself with friends
Have sloppy sex on the living room floor
I engaged in sexual activity in my shared living space, regardless of cleanliness or decorum
A whirlwind of simple pleasure principal
I prioritized immediate personal enjoyment over long-term principles or values
Principles are gone
I abandoned certain values or morals in favor of instant gratification
It's not a dull moment
Despite the associated chaos and questionable behavior, I did not view my life as boring
I barely miss living in that selfish bliss with Steph
I do not often long to return to my previous indulgent and self-involved lifestyle with my partner
And I always have the past to be warned
I have learned from my past experiences and try to avoid repeating my mistakes
And I always knew the last laugh was more
I prioritized satisfying and entertaining myself in the moment, even if it was at the expense of others
And I can taste the gold ring tarnish in my mouth
I am aware of the negative effects of my past hedonistic behavior on my life and relationships
And I need a drink to wash it out
I use alcohol to cope with and suppress feelings of regret or guilt over my past actions
So I cleaned the yard, the yard, the yard
I have tried to make positive changes in my life, such as taking care of my home environment
Mow the lawn, scrub the stained rug
I have taken on the responsibility of cleaning and maintaining my living space
So what? It's safe and sound I have found
Despite the lack of excitement or thrills, I have found comfort and stability in creating a safer, more secure life
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