Since 1981, Cruz fronted hardcore punk band Dr. Know from Oxnard, California, which released several records. Cruz quit in 1983 and played with Flipper, Harmful If Swallowed, Twister Naked, SVDB, The Ugly Truth, MDCN+MN, and as a solo artist. Dr. Know reformed in 1998 with Cruz and original bass player and founding member, Ismael Hernandez. In 2001, Cruz joined Dead Kennedys as lead vocalist, replacing Jello Biafra. He quit singing for the Dead Kennedys in 2003. Jeff Penalty took his place, and Cruz continued with Dr. Know, which retired in 2010, after releasing a new CD, Killing For God (Unrest Records). Dr. Know now plays with founding member Kyle Toucher as the only original member, playing mostly the metal tinged punk of the mid period Dr. Knows legendary output. Cruz now works in the treatment field, helping drug addicts and alcoholics rehab through surfing and other experiential therapies.
Cruz was interviewed in the documentary film American Hardcore: The History of American Punk Rock, 1980-1986.
Cruz has been a surfer his entire life, growing up on the challenging beach break of Silver Strand Beach in Oxnard, California. He has traveled the world several times. His travels have included Africa, Indonesia, Australia, The Mentawai Islands, Tasmania, New Zealand, Europe, Japan, South America, Central America, Hawaii, India, China, Russia, and Cuba. At 50, he still surfs whenever and wherever possible. Cruz is also a member of the Jaks, a skateboarding brotherhood, known worldwide as punk rock skateboarders who love fireworks, beer, Absolute Music, and fun, but not always in that order.
Best Friend
Brandon Cruz Lyrics
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He's a warm hearted person who'll love me till the end.
People let me tell you bout my best friend,
He's a one boy cuddly toy, my up, my down, my pride and joy.
People let me tell you 'bout him he's so much fun
Whether we're talkin' man to man or whether we're talking son to son.
'Cause he's my best friend.
The lyrics of Brandon Cruz's "Best Friend" talks about a person's close relationship with their best friend. The song describes the friend as someone who is warmhearted and capable of loving until the very end. The lyrics convey a strong sense of companionship, as the friend is represented as a "cuddly toy" who gives the singer comfort and brings them pride and joy. The emotional bond shared between the singer and their best friend is just too strong to put it into words.
Furthermore, the second verse of the song emphasizes the fun that the singer has with their best friend, regardless of the context of their conversations. They are comfortable talking to each other, whether as fellow men or in a father and son context. Towards the end of the song, the singer repeats that their best friend is the most important person in their life, their primary source of happiness, and a constant support system.
Line by Line Meaning
People let me tell you 'bout my best friend,
Let me introduce you to the person who is closest to my heart
He's a warm hearted person who'll love me till the end.
He is a compassionate human being who will always be there for me.
People let me tell you bout my best friend,
I want to share with you the details about my closest confidant.
He's a one boy cuddly toy, my up, my down, my pride and joy.
He is the one person who brings me comfort and makes me feel happy regardless of the circumstances. He is simply, my everything.
People let me tell you 'bout him he's so much fun
I want to highlight the fact that being around him is always entertaining and enjoyable.
Whether we're talkin' man to man or whether we're talking son to son.
It doesn't matter if we are speaking as equals or as family, we always maintain a strong bond.
'Cause he's my best friend.
All of these attributes and experiences I'm sharing with you are because he holds a special place in my life as my absolute best friend.
Yes he's my best friend.
I couldn't be more proud or grateful to have this person as my closest friend.
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Written by: HARRY NILSSON
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