Bad Brains are a punk rock band formed in Washington, D.C., USA in 1977. Th… Read Full Bio ↴Bad Brains are a punk rock band formed in Washington, D.C., USA in 1977. They are regarded as one of the pioneers of hardcore punk, though band members have objected to the term to describe their music. They are also an adept reggae band, while later recordings featured elements of other genres like funk, heavy metal, hip-hop and soul. Bad Brains are followers of the Rastafari movement.

Originally formed as a jazz fusion ensemble under the name Mind Power, Bad Brains developed a very fast and intense punk rock sound which came to be labeled "hardcore", and was often played faster and more emphatically than many of their peers. The unique factor of the band's music was the fact that they played more complex rhythms than other hardcore punk bands, also adapting diverse guitar styles into their songs.

Bad Brains have released nine studio albums (one of which is entirely composed of instrumental versions of their early material). The band broke up and reformed several times over the years, sometimes with different singers or drummers. Since 1994, the "classic" lineup of singer H.R. (Human Rights), guitarist Dr. Know, bassist Darryl Jenifer, and drummer Earl Hudson has reunited, albeit performing sporadically.

Discography:
• Bad Brains (1982)
• Rock for Light (1983)
• I Against I (1986)
• Quickness (1989)
• Rise (1993)
• God of Love (1995)
• I & I Survived (2002)
• Build a Nation (2007)
• Into the Future (2012)
• Mind Power (TBA)

Supertouch / Shitfit
Bad Brains Lyrics

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Some people look at me and talk about me like a clown
They just don't realize it's just my simple way to get down

I've got that supertouch
Chances are I've got too much
I've come to let you see
That you also can be free

It seems like everytime we all try to go underground
The stinkin' troopers them, they think that we are fooling around

We have had about enough
Now we're gonna get real tough
It happens everyday,
That's why we got P.M.A. (Positive Mental Attitudes)
We got - You got - You got
We got - We got - You got - You got

We can see most everything
We've got that supertouch
We can see most everything
We've got that supertouch

Shitfit

(People just pretending, that's a let down
Undercover lover, that's my heart now
Struggle just in living, that's the realm of
Accept me as I'm not, and that's a shitfit

My best ain't good enough for you
My test is what you gonna do
Ain't no any kind of way
Love was lost in yesterday

Now we've felt this, so you'll get yours now
Everybody's living and nobody's giving
And nobody gives a damn
You must understand me, the end is surely coming
Prepare for the final plan

People just pretending, that's a let down
Undercover lover, that's my heart now

Struggle just in living, that's the realm of
Accept me as I'm not, and that's a shitfit)

Overall Meaning

The song "Supertouch/Shitfit" by Bad Brains is a reflection of the band's own experiences as a black punk band during the 1980s in the United States. The first part of the song, "Supertouch," suggests that some people view the band members as unusual or funny for their choice of music and style. However, the band is not concerned with conforming to mainstream norms and is only interested in expressing themselves in their own authentic way. The chorus of the song emphasizes that the band has a unique perception of the world, represented by their "supertouch," and encourages the listeners to embrace their own unique perspective and attain personal freedom.

The second part of the song, "Shitfit," is a commentary on societal pressure to conform and the struggle to maintain an authentic identity. The lyrics express the frustration of feeling undervalued or misunderstood by others, especially when they don't appreciate the efforts poured into something. The verses of the song reveal the disappointment in how society lacks empathy or generosity to understand someone who is different, and how people often settle for living a life in pretense, which ultimately leads to regrets. Meanwhile, the addition of hardcore punk instrumentals and vocals reflects the band's anger and resistance toward such circumstances.

Line by Line Meaning

Some people look at me and talk about me like a clown
People judge me unfairly based on my appearance and behavior without understanding my true intentions.

They just don't realize it's just my simple way to get down
They fail to recognize that I'm just expressing myself in my own unique way.

I've got that supertouch
I possess a heightened sense of awareness and intuition.

Chances are I've got too much
I may be overwhelmed by my sensitivity to the world around me.

I've come to let you see
I want to share this gift with others.

That you also can be free
You too can unlock your own potential and live without inhibition.

It seems like everytime we all try to go underground
Whenever we attempt to do something unconventional, something secretive or hidden

The stinkin' troopers them, they think that we are fooling around
Those in power regard us with suspicion and belittle our efforts to rebel.

We have had about enough
We've reached our limit and cannot tolerate this oppression any longer.

Now we're gonna get real tough
We're going to become more militant and assertive in our resistance.

It happens everyday,
This kind of conflict is a regular occurrence,

That's why we got P.M.A. (Positive Mental Attitudes)
Our positive outlook and mindset will help us overcome adversity.

We got - You got - You got
We possess certain qualities and capabilities, as do you.

We got - We got - You got - You got
Together, we have the power to effect change.

We can see most everything We've got that supertouch We can see most everything We've got that supertouch
Our heightened awareness and perception allow us to understand the world in a unique and insightful way.

Shitfit
This next part of the song is called Shitfit.

(People just pretending, that's a let down Undercover lover, that's my heart now Struggle just in living, that's the realm of Accept me as I'm not, and that's a shitfit
People who are phony or insincere are disappointing; being true to oneself can be a difficult but necessary struggle; it's frustrating when others don't accept us as we are.

My best ain't good enough for you
Despite my efforts, I failed to meet your expectations.

My test is what you gonna do
I'm wondering if you're going to challenge me or my abilities.

Ain't no any kind of way Love was lost in yesterday
There's no possible reconciliation, since any love or affection we had is long gone.

Now we've felt this, so you'll get yours now
We've experienced the pain and frustration, so now it's your turn to suffer for your misdeeds.

Everybody's living and nobody's giving And nobody gives a damn
People are too preoccupied with their own lives to care about anyone else.

You must understand me, the end is surely coming
You need to realize that our relationship or situation is destined to end.

Prepare for the final plan
Get ready for the inevitable conclusion and move on.

Lyrics © Songtrust Ave
Written by: DARRYL AARON JENIFER, GARY W MILLER

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