After a lot of shopping for a new label and little interest, they decided to create and release the "Black Death" LP themselves. For 5 years they worked hard in their Caverns of Thunder basement-studio.
After that, Brocas Helm made a couple of (unreleased) demos, mostly to get a label-deal so they could do a high-quality cd release. Meanwhile, although labels have showed some interest but not enough to actually sign Brocas Helm, Brocas Helm released the "Skullfucker" single.
Brocas Helm later released a live album, "Black Death in Athens", and a new opus, "Defender of the Crown".
In 2011 Brocas Helm announced their breakup at the German Keep It True festival. However, in May 2012 they performed at Ragnarokkr Metal Apocalypse in Joiliet, Illinois.
Drink and Drive
Brocas Helm Lyrics
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You know I really need it girl, it keeps me alive
I've got old number 7 in the back seat,
For good measure
Have you ever seen the way these people drive?
It makes me wonder why I'm still alive
Makes me think,
Drink and drive, I drink and drive
Got mothers against me I'm still alive
Drink and drive, I drink and drive
Got mothers against me I'm still alive
Everywhere I go I see the signs
Their all trying to sell me something I don't need to buy
When I'm behind the wheel
Of my automobile
When I'm low on petrol I know where to go
I can fill up my tank and get a six pack for the road
How can it be?
So damn' easy
Drink and drive, I drink and drive
Got mothers against me I'm still alive
Drink and drive, I drink and drive
Got mothers against me I'm still alive
Now I've finally come to see the lights
Brightly flashing in my eyes
Johnny went and dragged me and said
Kid be glad you're alive
Now I've come to realize
All they ever told me were lies
Drink and drive, I drink and drive
Got mothers against me I'm still alive
Drink and drive, I drink and drive
Got mothers against me I'm still alive
Now I'm riding the bus and I don't like it too much
Doing county time and I'm paying a fine
You see I really need,
I really need a drink
Don't listen to me just let the booze flow
But I ain't gonna drink it when
I'm back on the road
I ain't gonna drink and drive no more
Drink and drive, I drink and drive
Got mothers against me I'm still alive
Drink and drive, I drink and drive
Got mothers against me I'm still alive
The song "Drink and Drive" by Brocas Helm is a rock anthem that tells the story of a person who frequently drinks and drives. The song begins by describing the singer's wild behavior, drinking a six-pack while driving on the motorway. He then expresses how this risky behavior is something that he needs as it makes him feel alive, implying that he is addicted to both drink and drive. While behind the wheel, he also notices how poorly other drivers operate their vehicles and yet still manages to stay alive. The last verse of the song reveals that the singer has realized how dangerous his behavior was and how he has consequently been locked up and put through a legal system. He can no longer do what he had been doing and how he misses it, but he knows that he must take responsibility, has come to see the lights, and has learned from his experiences.
The song's lyrics have a clear message of the consequences of drinking and driving, even though the singer drove by it now, he has learned, and is sober. The song highlights how addiction can create a sense of invincibility, leading to reckless behavior. The story ends with regret, remorse, and a lesson.
Line by Line Meaning
Crushing down the motorway six pack by my side
I am driving on the motorway with a six pack of beer by my side, showing that I drink and drive frequently.
You know I really need it girl, it keeps me alive
I tell myself that I really need to drink in order to keep going.
I've got old number 7 in the back seat, For good measure
I have a bottle of Jack Daniel's whiskey in the back seat as well, just in case I need some extra alcohol.
Have you ever seen the way these people drive?
I observe other drivers making dangerous moves while driving.
It makes me wonder why I'm still alive
I question why I haven't had any accidents while driving drunk yet.
Makes me think, I need another drink
After seeing other reckless drivers, I justify my continued drinking and convince myself that I need another drink.
Everywhere I go I see the signs
I see warnings against drinking and driving everywhere I go.
Their all trying to sell me something I don't need to buy
I feel like the signs are just a marketing ploy and that they don't apply to me.
When I'm behind the wheel, Of my automobile
I rationalize that I am in control and I can handle the alcohol while driving.
When I'm low on petrol I know where to go
I know where to buy more gasoline for my car, and also where to buy more beer for myself.
I can fill up my tank and get a six pack for the road
I will not only buy gasoline, but a six pack of beer for my ride as well.
How can it be? So damn' easy
I am amazed at how easy it is to get more alcohol while driving, which only feeds my addiction.
Now I've finally come to see the lights
I have finally experienced being pulled over and seeing the flashing police lights behind me.
Brightly flashing in my eyes
The police lights are bright and hard to ignore.
Johnny went and dragged me and said Kid be glad you're alive
My friend Johnny pulled me aside and told me to be grateful for being alive, as I could have caused a fatal accident while driving drunk.
Now I've come to realize All they ever told me were lies
After my experience with the police and my friend's advice, I realize that all the warnings against drinking and driving were not exaggerations or lies.
Now I'm riding the bus and I don't like it too much
As a result of being caught drinking and driving, I am now forced to use public transportation.
Doing county time and I'm paying a fine
I have been punished for my actions and must spend time in jail, as well as pay a fine.
You see I really need, I really need a drink
Despite my new circumstances, I still crave alcohol and depend on it to handle my problems.
Don't listen to me just let the booze flow
Even though I should not be drinking, I am urging others to continue drinking without any restraint or consideration for the consequences.
But I ain't gonna drink it when I'm back on the road
I have learned my lesson and will not drink and drive again.
I ain't gonna drink and drive no more
I have realized the severity of my actions and will not endanger others or myself by drinking and driving again.
Contributed by Peyton K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.