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From 1996 to 2000, this San Jose trio steered away from the safety of the mainstream sound. With zero record label support, Boy Kicks Girl played hundreds of shows throughout the United States, released two albums and developed a large following of loyal diehard fans. In only four short years, Boy Kicks Girl managed to support such major label talent as Blink 182, Tsunami Bomb, The Ataris, New Found Glory and Dropkick Murphys among others.
In 1997, Boy Kicks Girl self-released their debut album ...or something like that. The album quickly earned BOY KICKS GIRL local recognition, and set the bar high for their follow up album. In 1998 they released Public Display of Aggression and demonstrated their ability to surpass all expectations with a gut punching 45 minute punk rock ode to heartbreak. With popular tracks as "We Are The Now", "Little Things", "Denny's Girl" and "Antisocial Girl", the album quickly gained recognition throughout underground punk scenes. Both albums ranked consistently in the Top 10 local music sales charts, received national college radio rotation, as well as air play on San Francisco's LIVE 105 KITS-FM.
Boy Kicks Girl was noted for their staunch Do It Yourself (DIY) ethics and local music scene support. Boy Kicks Girl consistently produced and promoted shows in the South Bay Area assisting numerous local and national touring bands with showcasing their music. This persistent mindset, dedication and enthusiasm won Boy Kicks Girl Metro Magazine's 2nd place award for the Best South Bay Area Local Band of 1999 and again in 2000.
Thanks for getting your punk on with Boy Kicks Girl.
Stand Tall
Boy Kicks Girl Lyrics
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Going to the Punk Rock Show.
To see a band that we don't know.
"Boy Kicks Girl" or something like that...
Heard' the singer's Ex is really FAT!
We stand around, and we watch them play.
I can relate with what they say, Yeah!
It's nice to know there's someone who's
I am not alone!
I am not the only one, Yeah!
We are not alone!
We are not the only ones, Yeah!
Now's your time to stand tall!
Don't ever let them keep you down!
It's your time to stand tall!
Grit your teeth and kick them down!
Cause' you're better than her...
You're better than him...
You'll always be better than them...
So stand tall!
The lyrics of "Stand Tall" by Boy Kicks Girl portray the idea of belonging to a larger community of misfits and outcasts who share similar experiences and feelings. The song begins with the singer, who is on his way to a punk rock show to see a band called Boy Kicks Girl even though he does not know much about them. He has heard some derogatory remarks about the band's singer's ex-girlfriend being overweight. However, he is curious to watch them perform and listen to their music.
As the song progresses, the singer realizes that he can identify with the band's music and lyrics. He feels a sense of connection and belonging with the band and other audience members who have also been through similar struggles. The chorus urges the listeners to stand tall and overcome any obstacles or challenges they might face. The singer encourages them to fight back against anyone or anything trying to bring them down and reminds them that they are better than their oppressors.
Overall, the song encourages its listeners to stay true to themselves and not let anyone else dim their shine.
Line by Line Meaning
Going to the Punk Rock Show.
We are on our way to attend the Punk Rock Show.
To see a band that we don't know.
We are there to watch a band we have never seen before.
"Boy Kicks Girl" or something like that...
The name of the band is "Boy Kicks Girl" (or something similar).
Heard' the singer's Ex is really FAT!
We heard that the singer's ex-partner is overweight.
We stand around, and we watch them play.
We stand and observe the band's performance.
I can relate with what they say, Yeah!
I can connect with the lyrics of their songs.
It's nice to know there's someone who's
It is comforting to know that there is someone who has...
Been through what I've been through.
...gone through similar experiences like I have.
I am not alone!
I do not feel isolated in my struggles!
I am not the only one, Yeah!
There are others who understand my hardships, and I am not alone.
We are not alone!
As a collective, we are not alone in our difficulties.
We are not the only ones, Yeah!
Other people have also gone through what we have experienced.
Now's your time to stand tall!
Now is the moment to show strength and unwavering resilience.
Don't ever let them keep you down!
Do not give anyone the satisfaction of keeping you down.
It's your time to stand tall!
This is your time to show your worth and rise above the obstacles.
Grit your teeth and kick them down!
Bear the pain and strike back with all your might.
Cause' you're better than her...
Own your confidence and know that you are better than your adversaries.
You're better than him...
Have faith in yourself and do not underestimate your capabilities.
You'll always be better than them...
You will always hold a greater value than others who try to bring you down.
So stand tall!
Therefore, hold your head up high and stand tall.
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