Hermosa Beach, California, USA (1979–1990, 1994–1995, 2001–2010)

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The Circle Jerks were an American hardcore punk band, formed in 1979 in Los Angeles, California. The group was founded by former Black Flag vocalist Keith Morris and Red Kross guitarist Greg Hetson. They were among the preeminent hardcore punk bands of the LA scene in the late 1970s.

The band broke up and reformed three times, sometimes with different bassists and/or drummers. They disbanded for the first time after the release of their fifth album, 1987's VI, as Hetson decided to continue touring and releasing albums with Bad Religion. They reunited around 1994 and recorded a reunion album, Oddities, Abnormalities and Curiosities, during the following year, followed by a tour. After that, the Circle Jerks once again parted ways as Hetson was still involved in Bad Religion. They reunited again circa 2001, but as of 2010, are on hiatus.

To date, the Circle Jerks have released six studio albums, one compilation, a live album and a live DVD. Their last studio album, Oddities, Abnormalities and Curiosities, was released in 1995 and was the band's only reunion album to date.

Many recent groups and artists cite the Circle Jerks as an influence, including Flea (musician), Anti-Flag,[1][2] Dropkick Murphys,[3] The Offspring[2] and Pennywise.[2]

Don't Care
CIRCLE JERKS Lyrics

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Don't care
Where you from anyway
I don't care
Lots of money anyway
I don't care
What you say anyway
I don't care
Lots of clothes anyway

I don't care
I don't care

Don't care
Nice car anyway
Don't care
Nice parent anyway
Don't care
Nice home anyway
Don't care
Lots of money anyway

Don't care,don't care

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of CIRCLE JERKS’ song, “Don’t Care,” speaks volumes about the apathy and indifference towards materialistic possessions and the societal pressure to conform to the standards set by others. The constant repetition of “I don’t care” reinforces the message of the song, which is to reject conformity and embrace individuality.

The lines “Where you from anyway” and “What you say anyway” suggest a disregard for social status and opinions of others, while the lines “Lots of money anyway” and “Lots of clothes anyway” reflect the disillusionment of the band towards material wealth. The chorus of “Don’t care” repeats the band’s message of rejecting societal pressure and conformity.

The lyrics then shift towards different aspects of wealth, highlighting the futility of trying to impress others with material possessions and status symbols. The lines “Nice car anyway,” “Nice parent anyway,” and “Nice home anyway” indicate a disregard for the superficial qualities that are often used to judge an individual’s worth. The repeated phrase “Lots of money anyway” further emphasizes the disillusionment of the band towards this societal obsession with wealth and status.

Overall, the lyrics of “Don’t Care” by CIRCLE JERKS encourage individuality and self-worth over conformity and superficiality. The constant repetition of “I don’t care” reinforces the apathy of the band towards societal pressure to conform to particular standards or norms. The song serves as a warning for those who place too much importance on material possessions and status symbols, reminding them that true value is found within oneself.

Line by Line Meaning

Don't care
I am indifferent and apathetic towards all aspects of your life.

Where you from anyway
Your place of origin and background are of no significance or interest to me.

Lots of money anyway
Even if you have an abundance of wealth, I still have no regard for you.

What you say anyway
Your opinions and words hold no weight or importance in my mind.

Lots of clothes anyway
Your attire and fashion preferences are of minimal value to me.

Don't care
I remain uninterested and unconcerned about you.

Nice car anyway
Even if you possess a luxurious vehicle, I still hold no respect or admiration for you.

Nice parent anyway
Your family background and upbringing do not make you immune to my apathy and indifference.

Nice home anyway
Your living conditions and property ownership hold no sway over my feelings towards you.

Don't care
My feelings towards you remain consistently apathetic and indifferent.

Lots of money anyway
Even if you possess vast amounts of wealth, it does not change my lack of concern for you.

Don't care
I am uninterested and unmoved by your existence.

Don't care
I remain distant and indifferent towards all aspects of your life.

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: BRIAN MIGDOLL, GREGORY REGIS GINN, KEITH G. MORRIS

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