Having established a final lineup mid September of last year, Bordertown are now taking major steps to become the next big band to come out of Canada.
The guys have recently finished recording their debut full length album "Welcome to Bordertown" as well as signing with Japanese label Bullion Records (The Ataris, MxPx).
This summer, Bordertown are heading out on their second East Coast of Canada tour as well as working on a West coast tour to follow up in early fall.
In the new year the guys will reach new heights as they break into the Japanese market with their first international tour and from there, the sky is the limit.
Black and Blue
Bordertown Lyrics
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I think its time to dance,
Lets get this party started
Is this not what you wanted
When you're choking on those words
Maintaining its absurd (yeah)
Now you're right up in my face
My glasses are fogging up and
I think its time to size me up
From my face down to the floor
Take twenty paces back
I won't be living anymore, so
Click save on this state of mind because its getting way to small
Venge, its a revenge
Listen to that song again
Play that track back
Just like I'll beat your brain in
Venge, its a revenge
I think I've been here once before
Taking out the trash and
Buying things I can't afford
Here I go, blood dripping from my nose
The droplets hit the floor
I'm seeing stars and still want more
Sewn with stitches in my face
Never blessed I showed no grace
Living in a world thats cursed to torture me (yeah)
Now you're right up in my face
You've got your nostrils to my eyes
My glasses are fogging up and
I think its time to size me up
From my face down to the floor
Take twenty paces back
I won't be living anymore, so
Click save on this state of mind because its getting way to small
Venge, its a revenge
Listen to that song again
Play that track back
Just like I'll beat your brain in
Venge, its a revenge
I think I've been here once before
Taking out the trash and
Buying things I can't afford
I walk a line both thick and thin
Blessed with a curse you'd never sin
Breath in for luck breath in for life
Gonna make it through just one more night
Straight laced disasters, broken bones
I'm falling deep into an all new low
This tragic case of feeling black and blue
The lyrics of Bordertown's song Black and Blue tell the story of a person who is pushed to the brink of violence in a situation where they feel trapped and suffocated. The opening lines set the stage for this: the singer is holding a broken bottle, feeling the urge to dance, but also sensing that something is off. As the song progresses, we learn that they are being confronted by someone who is getting too close, invading their personal space, and making them feel like they have no way out. The repeated refrain of "venge, it's a revenge" suggests that they are contemplating violence as a way of getting even or gaining control over the situation.
The chorus is a call to arms, a defiant refusal to be beaten down by circumstance or the people who are trying to hold the singer back. The imagery of blood dripping from their nose and being sewn up with stitches in their face creates a sense of physical pain and vulnerability, but also resilience and determination. The line "Blessed with a curse you'd never sin" hints at some kind of internal struggle or burden that the singer is carrying, which may be contributing to their sense of isolation and frustration.
Overall, the lyrics of Black and Blue are about the struggle to maintain one's sense of identity and agency in the face of external pressures and conflicts. It's a powerful statement about the human condition, and an anthem for anyone who has ever felt like they were on the brink of losing themselves.
Line by Line Meaning
Here I am, a broken bottle in my hand
I'm at a party with a weapon - I'm ready to fight and cause damage.
I think its time to dance,
I'm juicing myself up and getting pumped to fight.
Lets get this party started
I'm ready to start a physical altercation.
Is this not what you wanted
Are you not scared or intimidated by me?
When you're choking on those words
I'm pressuring you to say or do something - and I don't think you can.
Maintaining its absurd (yeah)
This whole situation is ridiculous, but I'm enjoying it.
Now you're right up in my face
You're challenging me, trying to provoke me.
You've got your nostrils to my eyes
You're trying to intimidate me, and I'm not backing down.
My glasses are fogging up and
I'm so close to you that my glasses are getting steamy.
I think its time to size me up
You're trying to assess if you can win a fight against me.
From my face down to the floor
You're observing my entire body and trying to establish my weaknesses.
Take twenty paces back
You're giving me room to make a move.
I won't be living anymore, so
I'm willing to die if I have to - it's not a big deal to me.
Click save on this state of mind because its getting way to small
I'm constantly angry and aggressive - and it's getting worse.
Venge, its a revenge
I'm out for revenge and I won't back down.
Listen to that song again
Keep replaying this in your head, you're going to remember what happens next.
Play that track back
I'm using music as a way to motivate myself.
Just like I'll beat your brain in
I'm going to win this fight and hurt you.
I think I've been here once before
I've been in a situation like this before.
Taking out the trash and
I'm willing to do whatever it takes to come out on top.
Buying things I can't afford
I'm always in a state of anger, and I can never be satisfied.
Here I go, blood dripping from my nose
I'm hurt and bleeding, but I won't give up.
The droplets hit the floor
I'm bleeding profusely and it's noticeable on the ground.
I'm seeing stars and still want more
I'm hurt but still angry and motivated.
Sewn with stitches in my face
I've received medical attention - but I'm still not backing down.
Never blessed I showed no grace
I'm not a good person, and I never pretend to be.
Living in a world that's cursed to torture me (yeah)
This world is terrible and it constantly hurts me.
I walk a line both thick and thin
I'm constantly in a state of conflict and hostility.
Blessed with a curse you'd never sin
I'm cursed with an aggressive, hostile personality that you couldn't deal with.
Breath in for luck breath in for life
I need a moment to calm down and focus before I fight.
Gonna make it through just one more night
I'm determined to survive this physical altercation.
Straight laced disasters, broken bones
I've been in a lot of fights and have many permanent injuries.
I'm falling deep into an all new low
I'm constantly getting worse and angrier with my hostile behavior.
This tragic case of feeling black and blue
I'm often hurt physically and mentally, and it's not getting any better.
Contributed by Max E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Desalvo the don
I wanna say thank you to the Laredo police department for taking the devil's lettuce off the streets. While other dealers are smuggling heroin, meth etc. They definitely saved a ton of lives from possible munchie overdoses
_ 7.3Powerstroke
Lmfaooo
QuinnyboytheAlien
Underrated comment 😂
Rover Guy
Lol I’m a victim of “munchie overdose“ I jus had two cosmic brownies, an oatmeal cream pie and two ham & cheese sandwiches 🤟🏽😂
That Man
Still a drug that people do and will kill for.
Edito
@That Man bro whaaaaaaat 😂😂😂😂😂 people are more addicted to sugar that actually kills
Jonathan Argumedo
As someone that grew up in a border town. The way the cop speaks to the dude is hilarious because at some point we all speak like that, no matter how educated you are
HashMaster
GuataGuata blah blah go cry elsewhere. Grow up.
Sameer Damrah
He spoke Spanish like a true Mexican lmao
Jonathan Argumedo
GuataGuata You didn't understand my point. It's a skill, we obviously don't speak like that at our jobs or with certain people.