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
Chicago
Big D and the Kids Table Lyrics
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Not afraid to be the badass in this
I know that things are getting better
{PRECHORUS}
Wanting again
Calling out again
And were just as good as them
And were just as good as them
If not better
If there are three steps to awareness
Then they haven't found one yet
The outline of their lives have lost its sharpness
{PRECHORUS}
{CHORUS}
And now I know what they meant
When they always said "were not noticed but we have so much more to give" {twice}
I heard I could not stop it
I heard I could not change it
I heard I could not help it
But I keep on trying
Who ever said "we'd be last" {Twice}
Cause I don't think so
{CHORUS}___REPEAT=3
The lyrics of "Chicago" by Big D and the Kids Table convey the message of being unafraid to speak one's mind and to be a badass. The singer is aware of the improving circumstances and is confident that they are just as worthy as anyone else. The song talks about the lack of understanding and acceptance with regards to the identity and the struggles of the singer's community. The clarity of their lives has faded away, and they are still searching for ways to be acknowledged and appreciated. The lyrics emphasize the importance of not giving up, despite the naysayers who claim that they won't succeed.
The lyrics of "Chicago" highlight the prevalent issues of societal marginalization and the struggles of the misunderstood. The song resonates with those who have had similar experiences and shows that despite the difficulties they face, perseverance is key. The repetition of the chorus emphasizes the need for recognition and that they should not be ignored because they have so much to offer. The song is a reminder that everyone is worthy of respect and empathy.
Line by Line Meaning
Not afraid to tell it like it is
Fearless to speak the truth
Not afraid to be the badass in this
Not scared to stand up for oneself
I know that things are getting better
I am aware of the improvements happening
Wanting again
Yearning once more
Calling out again
Appealing repeatedly
And were just as good as them
We are equally proficient as others
I know
I am certain
And were just as good as them
We are equally proficient as others
If not better
Possibly even superior
If there are three steps to awareness
If there is a process to understanding
Then they haven't found one yet
They are yet to come across it
The outline of their lives have lost its sharpness
Their lives lack clarity
And now I know what they meant
I finally comprehend their words
When they always said "were not noticed but we have so much more to give" {twice}
When they repeatedly claimed to possess untapped potential despite going unnoticed
I heard I could not stop it
I was told it was inevitable
I heard I could not change it
I was told it was unalterable
I heard I could not help it
I was told it was beyond my control
But I keep on trying
But I persist in my efforts
Who ever said "we'd be last" {Twice}
Whoever claimed we would be at the bottom
Cause I don't think so
Because I believe otherwise
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