Greg Graffin, the band's frontman, holds a Master's degree in geology from UCLA and a Ph.D. in zoology from Cornell University. His dissertation for Cornell was a comprehensive study of how modern scientists, especially those who believe in strict Darwinism, view theism and religion, and how their own religious beliefs, if any, affect their study and work. He has since published it for fans of the band.
In 1983, Bad Religion released into the unknown, a keyboard-driven psychedelic rock album that was enormously unpopular among the band's core fan base. It is now out of print, and generally disowned by the band. However, in past years it has become a collectors item, and has gained some acceptance from fans. It now can be seen going for more than $100 on eBay, and is often pirated.
In 1984, Greg Hetson (Circle Jerks) replaced Gurewitz. Bad Religion returned to a somewhat mellower, rock and roll version of their original sound with the back to the known, but they disbanded soon after.
The band reformed in 1987 and released suffer in 1988, cementing their comeback in the punk community. Not only is this album considered one of their best by most fans, but it is often credited with "saving" the Southern Californian punk rock scene by fans and Bad Religion's contemporaries alike.
no control (1989) and against the grain (1990) further increased the band's popularity, followed by generator (1992). Before the recording sessions for the latter album commenced, drummer Pete Finestone left the band in to focus on his other band, The Fishermen. Bobby Schayer joined the band as his replacement. recipe for hate (1993) followed shortly thereafter.
With alternative rock breaking into the mainstream, Bad Religion left Epitaph for major label Atlantic and quickly re-released Recipe for Hate on the major label. 1994's stranger than fiction followed, but shortly after its release Brett Gurewitz left the band again. Officially, he cited the increasing amount of time he was spending at Epitaph's offices as the Offspring (then a part of the Epitaph roster) became one of the biggest bands of the mid-1990s. But it was well-known that the departure was not on good terms, as he later accused the band of selling out for leaving Epitaph in favor of a major label. Gurewitz recorded a song with his new band The Daredevils entitled "Hate You," reportedly directed towards Jay Bentley. Gurewitz, moreover, was struggling more seriously with heroin and other addictions that had plagued him for years.
Gurewitz was replaced by Brian Baker, former member of bands such as Minor Threat and Dag Nasty. Previously, Graffin and Gurewitz had split songwriting duties, but Gurewitz's departure left Graffin as the band's lone songwriter.
What followed were a series of moderately successful albums, the gray race (1996), no substance (1998), and the new america (2000). As their popularity waned, Bad Religion left Atlantic in 2001 and returned to Epitaph. Bobby Schayer left the band following a serious shoulder injury and was replaced by Brooks Wackerman (Suicidal Tendencies) and Brett Gurewitz rejoined the band in time to record the process of belief (2002). the empire strikes first was in June 2004. Both albums are widely regarded as a return to form for the band.
In 2004, the band released digitally-remastered versions of five of their early albums (How Could Hell Be Any Worse?, Suffer, No Control, Against the Grain, and Generator). The How Could Hell Be Any Worse? re-issue also contained all of their first EP, the Public Service EP (alternative versions of Bad Religion, Slaves and Drastic Actions from the self titled EP) and Back To The Known.
Bad Religion's fourtheenth full-length studio album, titled new maps of hell, was released on July 10, 2007. It debuted at #35 on the U.S. Billboard 200, selling about 21,000 copies in its first week. It was originally intended to be released in 2006, but was pushed back largely due to the release of Graffin's second solo album, cold as the clay and his work at UCLA.
In 2010, Bad Religion released 30 Years Live for the band's 30th anniversary. The album was available for free to subscribers of the Bad Religion mailing list. Later the same year, Bad Religion released their fifteenth studio album, The Dissent of Man. The album took nearly two years to write and record, mainly due to the band's heavy touring schedule.
Brett Gurewitz, who still heads Epitaph Records, still records with the band and plays local shows, but doesn't tour with them. Greg Hetson can still be found at the occasional Circle Jerks show and helped open a bar in LA. Wackerman is working on a side project called The Kidneys. Graffin spends 10 weeks a year teaching two classes (Life Sciences 1 and Earth and Space Sciences 116) at UCLA. Jay Bentley keeps the Bad Religion MySpace page updated.
Two Babies in the Dark
Bad Religion Lyrics
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So I can't understand
Why you hide underneath the covers
There's a baby in your womb
So don't be scared tonight
Because Raggedy ann is in the closet picking posies
Two babies in the dark
While pap's far away making children's stories
The little one's inside
So afraid to be alone
She's trying to brave until the daddy comes home
So if you chance to see her
Please tell her it's alright
'Cause everyone fights the tendency to snap
Sometimes it's not a matter
Of being brave and strong
'Cause noises in the house are terrifying
I'll put you to sleep at night
Like a foreign movie
I'll sing you lullabies
And I'll teach you about everything
And I'll only ask you one thing
Please save me
Bad Religion's song "Two Babies In The Dark Tomorrow" is a poignant and tragic portrayal of the fear and insecurity that can come with fatherhood. The song opens with a light on in the hallway as the singer tries to understand why his partner is hiding under the covers. The reason, as it turns out, is that she is pregnant with his child. The singer reassures her that she need not be scared tonight, and that he will take care of the baby. He compares the babies' vulnerability to diamonds in the sand, suggesting that they need protection from the world just like precious gems need safeguarding from harsh elements.
The song goes on to describe a father who is absent and unable to provide the same reassurance to his child. The father is far away, making children's stories, while the little one inside is terrified of being alone. The singer recognizes that it can be difficult to be brave and strong in the face of fear and acknowledges that even adults can feel the same way. He promises to put the baby to sleep at night with foreign movies and lullabies and teaching them about everything. However, as the song ends, the singer makes one desperate plea, "Please save me," which underscores the fragility of parenthood and highlights the constant fear of not being able to protect one's child.
Overall, "Two Babies in the Dark Tomorrow" is a haunting and powerful song that speaks to the universal experience of fear and vulnerability. It portrays parenthood as a delicate balancing act between love and fear, between wanting to protect one's child and being unable to keep them safe from the world.
Line by Line Meaning
There's a light on in the hallway
The presence of light in the hallway is noticed
So I can't understand
The reason for hiding under the covers is unknown
Why you hide underneath the covers
The act of hiding under covers is questioned
There's a baby in your womb
A baby is growing inside her
So don't be scared tonight
She should not be afraid tonight
Because Raggedy Ann is in the closet picking posies
A toy in the closet is mentioned to comfort her
Two babies in the dark
Both the mother and unborn child are in the dark
Like diamonds in the sand
Their value is precious and rare
While pap's far away making children's stories
The father is away working, likely as a children's storyteller
The little one's inside
The unborn baby is referred to as 'the little one'
So afraid to be alone
The baby in the womb is afraid of being alone
She's trying to brave until the daddy comes home
The mother-to-be is trying to be brave for the baby until the father comes home
So if you chance to see her
If someone sees the mother-to-be
Please tell her it's alright
Assure her that everything is alright
'Cause everyone fights the tendency to snap
Everyone struggles with their emotions and self-control
Sometimes it's not a matter
Sometimes being brave and strong isn't enough
Of being brave and strong
Being brave and strong can't always fix everything
'Cause noises in the house are terrifying
Noises in the house can be scary and unsettling
I'll put you to sleep at night
The singer will help the mother-to-be sleep at night
Like a foreign movie
Sleep will come to her easily and peacefully, like watching a movie in a foreign language
I'll sing you lullabies
The artist will sing lullabies to comfort her
And I'll teach you about everything
The artist will teach the mother-to-be about everything she needs to know
And I'll only ask you one thing
The singer only has one request
Please save me
The artist needs help and is asking the mother-to-be to save them
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: BRETT GUREWITZ
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Misty K Nesloney
One of their best.
Ngicc re Ntofa
the best BR song, in the best BR lp
tyler harmon
Favorite band
allfantasticimages
It was fine this time, must have just had a bad connection last time. Nice upload!
The Mighty Mocoho
this song rock
Pocc
bad ass song
allfantasticimages
does it just happen to me or does it skip to the end at 0:57 for everyone?
JJJinJesusChrist
25 Jeesus sanoi hänelle: "Minä olen ylösnousemus ja elämä; joka uskoo minuun, se elää, vaikka olisi kuollut. 26 Eikä yksikään, joka elää ja uskoo minuun, ikinä kuole. Uskotko sen?" 27 Hän sanoi hänelle: "Uskon, Herra; minä uskon, että sinä olet Kristus, Jumalan Poika, se, joka oli tuleva maailmaan".
JJJinJesusChrist
I can notice that Greg Graffin sing about anti-abortion...
sbcistheboss
There's only one problem... Greg didn't make this song