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Captain Dan & the Scurvy Crew was formed in 2006 by friends Dan Dolan and Brad Podray as a musical side-project. Other musicians have also contributed to the group's works: Alex Zakak, Scott Dolan, Chris Ortega, ZealouS1, Phil Brainard, and Shivaame Timbers. Much of the group's music has been the result of collaboration between its members through the Internet.
The group has released three albums: Authentic Pirate Hip-Hop, Rimes of the Hip-Hop Mariners and From The Seas To the Streets. The first two albums were officially released on International Talk Like a Pirate Day in 2006 and 2007, respectively. In addition to offering them for sale through Nonexistent Records, a record label created by Dolan and Podray, the group offers its music for free via Internet downloads as a means of self-promotion.
Captain Dan & the Scurvy Crew has appeared on a number of radio talk shows, including "The Awful Show", "World of Warcraft Radio", "Steppin' to the Bad Side", and KROQ-FM's "Kevin and Bean".
Drunken Sailor
Captain Dan & The Scurvy Crew Lyrics
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Drunken sailors always favor
to savor the flavor
of rum that they won
from the fruits of their labors
braver from their greater
tolerance for them vapors
Alcohol always falls
what happens when they sawing log
in a haze or a fog
face first in their grog?
You gotta leave em with a mark cause they bein a wog!
How dare they call them selves a great sea dawg
Piss on their leg, pose em up on their peg
kick them off of their keg, crush their head like an egg
we don't tolerate debates cause your late
Yet in a sad sorry state supposed to man your post by 8
What do we do with a drunken sailor
you know we got them drunken sailors
what we gonna do with them drunken sailors?
Earl ae in the mornin? (Wake em up yo)
(Admirality)
Eeeeeeearly in the morning is when sailors get to drinking
In the Royal British Navy where the whiskey does the thinking!
Make haste to the waste when them mugs begin a clinking
Yeah you pirates lack the bullocks for the bottles we be sinking
We're Steaming! The sun's up over the yardarm,
Dreaming of the better times when we're becalmed
When you don't know your name, and you smell like a farm
Time to pop another cork and do yourself some harm
You may see fit to complain but we can sail when we're tanked,
Getting the job done while you boys be collapsing like banks
Pissed as rats but propped up in immaculate ranks
What do we do with a drunken sailor
you know we got them drunken sailors
what we gonna do with them drunken sailors?
Earl ae in the mornin? (Wake em up yo)
(Sea Dawg)
a drunken sailor, is there any other kind?
where we come from the sober are very hard to find
why else are we inclined to be so unkind
we leave the daily grind behind and risk one eye goin' blind
our style is here, albeit a bit belated,
a fiery breeze in a field so saturated
yer sound can be drowned by the screams of others
If the scurvy crew knocks ye down
ye might never recover
so take cover
lest ye discover how
merciless we are
on the battlefield, the card table, or the bar
We don't give in, we never falter
not a man who serves with us will sniff the hempen halter
We'd rather die in battle instead,
my men get paid unless they're swingin the lead,
fight with me and you'll lose at least a leg,
sorry i meant yer head
Once I made a jury mast from the enemy's dead
What do we do with a drunken sailor
you know we got them drunken sailors
what we gonna do with them drunken sailors?
Earl ae in the mornin? (Wake em up yo)
The song "Drunken Sailor" by Captain Dan & The Scurvy Crew is a humorous take on the life of seafarers and their love for alcohol. The first verse, sung by Cap D, describes how drunken sailors enjoy the taste of rum and how it provides bravery and tolerance for their escapades. However, with this comes the risk of passing out or being in a drunken stupor, which causes trouble for those around them. Cap D suggests leaving them with a mark, cursing them out, or even physically hurting them in jest.
The second verse is sung by Admirality and describes how drinking is a common occurrence in the Royal British Navy. He contrasts the lack of courage in pirates when it comes to drinking and how the Navy is more efficient with their drinking. He also mentions how they can still get the job done while others collapse from inebriation. The third verse, sung by Sea Dawg, emphasizes the setting of the song, which is the battlefield, the card table, or the bar. He paints a picture of a life of a drunken sailor and how they risk their lives for adventure and the thrill of the moment.
Overall, the song is an exaggeration of the relationship of sailors and alcohol, portraying it in a humorous light while also acknowledging the dangers and risks that come with it.
Line by Line Meaning
Drunken sailors always favor
Sailors who are under the influence of alcohol tend to enjoy drinking it
to savor the flavor
They relish the taste of rum
of rum that they won
The rum they drink is usually obtained as a reward for their work
from the fruits of their labors
The hard work they put in during their voyage results in the reward of rum
braver from their greater
Sailors who can handle their alcohol tend to be seen as more courageous
tolerance for them vapors
Their ability to handle the effects of alcohol is due to their increased tolerance level
Alcohol always falls
Alcohol is always a factor in the antics of sailors
at the root of their Capers
Most pranks or misbehavior by sailors can be attributed to their drinking habits.
what happens when they sawing log
When sailors get extremely drunk, they tend to pass out or sleep deeply
in a haze or a fog
Their deep sleep is due to being so drunk that they're nearly unconscious
face first in their grog?
They may end up with their face in their drink (grogs) when they pass out
You gotta leave em with a mark cause they bein a wog!
When sailors misbehave, they must be punished accordingly so that they learn their lesson
How dare they call them selves a great sea dawg
Sailors who misbehave or are unable to hold their liquor cannot be considered great sea dawgs
Piss on their leg, pose em up on their peg
The punishment for misbehaving sailors can be humiliating and shameful
kick them off of their keg, crush their head like an egg
Physical punishment can also be used to discipline unruly sailors
we don't tolerate debates cause your late
There's no room for argument as the punishment for bad behavior is delivered straight away
Yet in a sad sorry state supposed to man your post by 8
Despite being in bad condition due to their drinking, sailors are expected to fulfill their responsibilities and report for duty by 8 am
Eeeeeeearly in the morning is when sailors get to drinking
Sailors begin drinking early, usually in the morning
In the Royal British Navy where the whiskey does the thinking!
The British Navy is known for their heavy drinking culture, and the belief that whiskey helps to make better decisions.
Make haste to the waste when them mugs begin a clinking
When sailors begin to drink and their mugs start to clink together, it's time to start drinking quickly and heavily.
Yeah you pirates lack the bullocks for the bottles we be sinking
Pirates are not able to handle their liquor like the British Navy can, and they can't match the amount of alcohol consumed.
We're Steaming! The sun's up over the yardarm,
The Navy is enthusiastic about their drinking, and they start drinking as early as possible
Dreaming of the better times when we're becalmed
Drinking is a way for sailors to escape the boredom of being becalmed (motionless) on the sea
When you don't know your name, and you smell like a farm
When sailors are extremely drunk, they may forget their own name and start to smell bad
Time to pop another cork and do yourself some harm
Despite the negative effects of alcohol, sailors continue to drink and put themselves in harm's way
You may see fit to complain but we can sail when we're tanked,
Even though sailors may be extremely drunk, they still believe they can continue to sail without issue
Getting the job done while you boys be collapsing like banks
Sailors believe they can continue to perform their duties while others are unable to due to being too drunk
Pissed as rats but propped up in immaculate ranks
Sailors are often drunk but they still maintain an air of order and discipline in formation
a drunken sailor, is there any other kind?
Sailors are almost always drunk or drinking due to the culture of the sea
where we come from the sober are very hard to find
In the context of the sea, most people are always drinking or drunk
why else are we inclined to be so unkind
The harsh and rough environment of the sea contributed to sailors' tendencies to be cruel or unkind.
we leave the daily grind behind and risk one eye goin' blind
Sailors take risks and engage in reckless behavior, which could lead to serious injury or even blindness
our style is here, albeit a bit belated,
Sailors have a distinct style or culture, even though it is outdated in modern times.
a fiery breeze in a field so saturated
Sailors are like a breath of fresh air in a world that is overly saturated with rules and norms
yer sound can be drowned by the screams of others
Individuality and uniqueness can be overshadowed in a culture where conformity is the norm
If the scurvy crew knocks ye down
If someone does not adhere to the culture or behavior expected by the scurvy crew or other sailors, they will be punished
ye might never recover
The punishment is so severe that the person being disciplined may never recover socially.
so take cover
It is best to stay out of trouble and not provoke the scurvy crew or any other sailor to avoid punishment
lest ye discover how
Otherwise, you'll find out how severe the punishment really is.
merciless we are
The punishment that is administered is brutal and unsympathetic
on the battlefield, the card table, or the bar
This brutal punishment is not limited to only on the battlefield or card table, but will also be administered in bars or other social settings
We don't give in, we never falter
Sailors do not give up easily and are always resilient
not a man who serves with us will sniff the hempen halter
The strict discipline and punishments result in sailors who do not want to risk their lives with improper behavior
We'd rather die in battle instead,
Sailors would rather die in battle than be punished for improper behavior
my men get paid unless they're swingin the lead,
Payment for sailor's work is only received if they are not slacking off or misbehaving
fight with me and you'll lose at least a leg,
If someone goes against the scurvy crew or any other sailor, they will be punished severely, often with physical harm
sorry i meant yer head
The punishment for bad behavior could result in someone losing their head
Once I made a jury mast from the enemy's dead
Sailors do not flinch at the gruesome reality of the sea, as they would not think twice about using the remains of their foe (the enemy) to create a makeshift mast for their ship.
you know we got them drunken sailors
The sea is filled with drunken sailors who relish in their drinking culture
Earl ae in the mornin? (Wake em up yo)
The sailors wake up early in the morning due to the drinking culture on the sea.
Contributed by Declan W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.