The band got their name from a suggestion given by a friend, because whenever that friend had dinner at Dave's house he would sit at the kid's table.
Current members
David McWane - Lead vocals, melodica
Ben Basile - Bass
Derek Davis - Drums
Ryan O'Connor - Tenor sax
Alex Stern - Guitar
Raw Revolution
Big D And The Kids Table Lyrics
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Not lovin' what the people sing
Just doing our own damn thing
And the scene said,
Hold up, you seven ain't right
Ain't feeding the peoples melodic appetites
But it's all we know
Through the swamps of the U.S. byways
Just screaming "Hell, we're gonna do it our own way."
And the government said,
Hold up, you seven ain't right
Can't lock you down or tax you right
But it's all we know
And it's said that youth's ,well only tragedy
Is being unoriginal
So, you can call it a raw revolution
So, go ahead and call it a raw revolution
So, you can call it a raw revolution
So, go ahead and call it a raw revolution
Well I remember when Steve took a gulp of that poor kid's blood in Germany
Same tour I passed out in a Vegas Carl's Jr
How 'bout when I sparred with that big old pimp on the roof top in Switzerland
Or when I busted my head open that fun New York summer night
And that nice girl said
Hold up, you ain't right
Let me clean you up, you boys are a mangled sight
But it's all we know
And we're going
Hold up, we ain't right
Just hang together play music all night
'Cause it's all we know
And it's said that youth's ,well only tragedy
Is being unoriginal
So, you can call it a raw revolution
So, go ahead and call it a raw revolution
So, you can call it a raw revolution
Yeah, go ahead and call it a raw revolution
So, you can call it a raw revolution
Yeah, go ahead and call it a raw revolution
So, you can call it a raw revolution
Yeah, go ahead and call it a raw revolution
Cause it's all we know
Yeah it's all we know
See it's all we know
Yes it's all we know
The lyrics to "Raw Revolution" by Big D And The Kids Table speak about creating a unique sound and rejecting the pressure to conform to the mainstream in the music industry. Despite people's opinions and criticisms, the band insists on staying true to their passion for music and doing things their own way. They recount their adventures and experiences on tour, including Steve taking a gulp of a poor kid's blood in Germany and the singer passing out in a Carl's Jr in Vegas. Throughout the song, they assert that being original and remaining true to themselves is the only way to go - they state that youth's only tragedy is being unoriginal. Hence, they embrace the label of a "raw revolution," and invite others to do the same. They acknowledge that their lives are messy, but it's all they know.
The song's appeal lies in its message of freedom, authenticity, and creative independence. The band can relate to anyone who has ever felt oppressed or boxed in by societal norms, encouraging them to find their own path. The band's experience and determination to stick to their ideals can inspire others to break-free from the mold and chart their own course.
Line by Line Meaning
It started with the music thing
The journey of Big D and the Kids Table started with their passion for music
Not lovin' what the people sing
The band did not conform to popular music and struggled to find their own sound
Just doing our own damn thing
Regardless of the opposition, the band decided to continue making music in their own unique style
And the scene said, Hold up, you seven ain't right
The music industry and fans criticized the band for not adhering to mainstream music standards
Ain't feeding the peoples melodic appetites
The band's music did not satisfy the interest of fans looking for conventional pop music
But it's all we know
Despite obstacles and criticisms, the band had no intention of straying from their distinct sound
Took it down to the U.S. highways
The band took their music on tour across America
Through the swamps of the U.S. byways
The band travelled through obscure locations while on tour
Just screaming "Hell, we're gonna do it our own way."
The band was determined to make music in their own unconventional style, regardless of obstacles
And the government said, Hold up, you seven ain't right
The government did not approve of the band's unconventional approach to music-making
Can't lock you down or tax you right
The government was unable to restrict or financially penalize the band for their music
And it's said that youth's ,well only tragedy
Is being unoriginal
The band believed that being unoriginal was the only true failure in the pursuit of music
Well I remember when Steve took a gulp of that poor kid's blood in Germany
The band's tour experiences included wild and unconventional events like Steve drinking a kid's blood in Germany
Same tour I passed out in a Vegas Carl's Jr
Another example of a strange and memorable event that occurred while the band was touring
How 'bout when I sparred with that big old pimp on the roof top in Switzerland
The band shares more examples of the wild experiences they encountered while on tour
Or when I busted my head open that fun New York summer night
The band recounts another experience during their time on tour
And that nice girl said
Hold up, you ain't right
Let me clean you up, you boys are a mangled sight
But it's all we know
During one of their strange events, a woman helps the band out and acknowledges their unconventional ways but understands that it's all they know
And we're going
Hold up, we ain't right
Just hang together play music all night
'Cause it's all we know
The band members continue to support each other and make music in their unique style despite their unconventional ways
So, you can call it a raw revolution
The band's unconventional approach to music-making can be called a 'raw revolution'
Yeah, go ahead and call it a raw revolution
The band encourages others to call their music a 'raw revolution'
Cause it's all we know
Yeah it's all we know
See it's all we know
Yes it's all we know
Despite challenges, the band remains dedicated to making music in their unique and unconventional style
Contributed by Alexis P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Luke Martinez
This song=good times
Chelsea Grega
this song <3
ComradeII
HELL Ya seeing them live Feb 20th
Tomyo
Good damn song!
Noah Dekel
straight up chillin
Imptheshrimp
or how 'bout when I sparred with that big old pimp on the rooftops of Switzerland, or when I busted my head open that fun New York summer night. What crazy awesome lyrics.
AngeloR1220
Best Ska song ever!
Peter Kirk
Likeings!
Brett Golden
2019?