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If you're looking for a loud, fuzzy, catchy-as-hell and at times abrasive record, look no further than Bangups EP "Ten Dollars An Hour." Hailing from Grand Rapids, Michigan, Bangups consists of guitarist/vocalist Joey Dornbos and drummer Brent French. They've got that dirty, bluesy, early White Stripes thing going on, though with pop sensibilities reminiscent of The Strokes & The Animals. All of this makes for a very energetic listen.
One stand-out track is the foot-stomping "Sunburnt Love." This song centers on "Sweet Little Janie..." She's got "the jeans with the butterflies on the back pockets" that make the "boys' eyeballs pop out of their sockets." It's a dirty little tale of a young fellow's sexual encounters, the love that follows, and the inevitable break up; truly the makings of a typical youngster's summer. The snares just pound on the chorus, as the lyrics sing, "My sunburnt love died in the autumn rain.
Another notable track is an oddball tune titled, "Bible Camp." Musically, this sounds like a blues song. Lyrically, however, it's a full-out fundamentalist sermon. With a healthy dose of sarcasm, the words sound like they're spoken by some overprotective youth group leader. As the chorus prays, "Dear God, keep us safe on the road/Be with the kids and their chaperones...in Jesus' name amen/Now kids don't you dare forget this here bible church you represent...in Jesus' name amen."
This is the kind of music that Michigan, home to such greats as Iggy & The Stooges, Death, and The White Stripes, has used to smash a dent in rock n' roll history. Though Bangups have been around just a short time, they'll do their state proud if they keep cranking out albums like this one.-JS
Imposter
Bangups Lyrics
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Brainwashed and telling those pipsqueaks lies
Cause your bone dry heart's not paying the bills
And everybody up stairs took sleeping pills
Ah ah ahah
Oh yeah
She's a diamond ring right out the vending machine
Ah ah ahah
She's a diamond ring right out the vending machine
She's an imposter
ah ahah ahh
She's a two-bit deceiver and I don't believe her
She's an imposter
ah ahah ahh
She's a two-bit deceiver and I don't believe her
Dressed up in numbers and a boardroom tan
She's living out her dreams as a frequency band
The octopus pumps
What the test-group demands
She's a dispensable Channel
She's their mannequin
Ah ah ahah
Oh yeah
She's a diamond ring right out the vending machine
Ah ah ahah
Oh yeah
She's a diamond ring right out the vending machine
She's an imposter
ah ahah ahh
She's a two-bit deceiver and I don't believe her
She's an imposter
ah ahah ahh
She's a two-bit deceiver and I don't believe her
She's got the En-Vogue attitude
Whoa ooh whoa oh ooh
With a matching point of view
Whoa ooh whoa oh oh oh
Fashionista
Be stylin'
With the latest belief system
one soul in exchange
for some time in the hype machine
She's an imposter
ah ahah ahh
She's a two-bit deceiver and I don't believe her
She's an imposter
ah ahah ahh
She's a two-bit deceiver and I don't believe her
She's an imposter
ah ah ahhh
The lyrics to Bangups's song Imposter describe a person who is trying to deceive others by putting on a façade. The first verse talks about how this person is all dolled up, with lip-gloss and glitter, but their eyes don't shine, indicating that they are insincere. They are brainwashing others with lies because they are unable to pay their bills with their empty heart. The second verse provides more insight into this person's life, as they are dressed in numbers and a boardroom tan, living out their dreams as a frequency band. They are like a dispensable channel or a mannequin, only catering to what the test-group demands. The chorus reiterates that this person is an imposter and a two-bit deceiver, and the last verse talks about how they are focused on keeping up with the latest belief system and being in the hype machine, but they are sacrificing their soul in exchange for it.
Overall, the song is a commentary on the superficiality of our society and how people are so focused on appearances, trends, and popularity that they forget who they truly are. The lyrics are delivered with a driving beat and catchy melody, making it a fun and upbeat song despite its serious message. Through this song, Bangups highlights the importance of being true to oneself and not getting caught up in the rat race of trying to keep up with society's expectations.
Line by Line Meaning
Lip glossed in glittered cause your eyes don't shine
She uses beauty and glamor to distract from her lack of genuine emotion and sincerity.
Brainwashed and telling those pipsqueaks lies
She is manipulating and deceiving those she considers inferior to her.
Cause your bone dry heart's not paying the bills
Her lack of compassion and empathy leads to financial gain as she prioritizes profits over people.
And everybody up stairs took sleeping pills
The powerful people she works with and for are willfully ignoring the consequences of their actions and complacent in their corruption.
She's a diamond ring right out the vending machine
She may look valuable and desirable at first glance, but her lack of authenticity makes her a cheap imitation of true worth.
She's an imposter ah ahah ahh
She is posing as something she is not, deceiving others for personal gain.
She's a two-bit deceiver and I don't believe her
She is not convincing in her deception, and the singer is not fooled by her façade.
Dressed up in numbers and a boardroom tan
She projects an image of authority and success by looking the part and using jargon and data to impress others.
She's living out her dreams as a frequency band
She shapes her identity and values to suit the popular trends and opinions of those around her rather than being true to herself.
The octopus pumps what the test-group demands
She is part of a system that prioritizes conformity and marketability over genuine quality and worth.
She's a dispensable Channel
She is replaceable and disposable, valued only for her superficial appearance and ability to cater to others' wants.
She's their mannequin
She is a lifeless doll, a symbol of surface-level beauty and objectification.
She's got the En-Vogue attitude
She follows the latest fashion and trend without considering the substance or meaning behind it.
With a matching point of view
She shapes her opinions to be acceptable and popular rather than being genuine and thoughtful.
Fashionista be stylin' with the latest belief system
She conforms to the latest ideology and belief system without questioning or critically examining it.
One soul in exchange for some time in the hype machine
She sells out her values and integrity for temporary fame and popularity.
Contributed by Austin K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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