Originally known simply as GBH (inspired by then-bassist Sean McCarthy’s trial for grievous bodily harm), their name was changed to Charged G.B.H in order to differentiate themselves from another band of the same name. Founding members were Colin ‘Col’ Abrahall (vocals), Colin ‘Jock’ Blyth (guitar), Sean McCarthy (bass) and Andrew Williams (drums).
Charged G.B.H embarked on several English and mainland US tours during the early 1980s, including several gigs at the 100 Club. 1982 saw G.B.H’s first LP, City Baby Attacked By Rats. Lyrically, the album dealt with criticism of British and European culture, violence, morbidity (especially in reference to the song “Passenger On The Menu”, which describes in graphic detail the experiences of the passengers on the Uruguayan Air Force Flight 571), atheism, nihilism and general absurdity. Musically, the album was loud and fast, with few songs exceeding three minutes. In 1983 the band changed their name to G.B.H.
Unlike many early punk bands who evolved towards a more post-punk sound, G.B.H have stayed fairly faithful to their original UK82 sound in subsequent releases. However, the band have experimented to some degree with a more metal-inflected sound, notably with their 1992 release Church of the Truly Warped, although they have since returned to a more purist punk sound. The band is still active and touring and maintain a strong following both in England and the rest of Europe, as well as in America and Japan.
Wardogs
Charged G.B.H Lyrics
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We will work for anyone, we'll even work for you.
Cry havoc and let slip the dogs of war.
Money is the cause we fight for
We don't mind facing the dangers, when we're fighting for strangers.
Have no conscience who we kill as long as you can foot the bill.
We'll get your country out of any crisis, as long as you can meet our prices.
We just kill and then get out, march into battle hear us shout.
The song "Wardogs" by Charged G.B.H is an anthem to the band's anarchistic worldview. The lyrics of the song speak to the band's disregard of social norms and authority. In the song, the band expresses a desire to work for anyone and to fight for them, as long as they are paid to do so. The band members proclaim that they have no conscience when it comes to killing people, as long as they are paid for their services, stating: "We don't mind facing the dangers when we're fighting for strangers. Have no conscience who we kill, as long as you can foot the bill."
In the song's chorus, which quotes a line from Shakespeare's play Julius Caesar, the band invokes the imagery of war and the idea of letting loose the dogs of war. The chorus also reveals the central motivation for the band's actions - money. The band members are mercenaries, willing to fight for anyone who can pay their price. The song conveys a sense of chaos and anarchism, with its declaration that the band will "just kill and then get out" and the repeated refrain of "march into battle, hear us shout."
Line by Line Meaning
We're a bunch of desperado's a brave and fearless crew
We are a group of reckless and bold individuals who are not afraid of any challenge or danger.
We will work for anyone we'll even work for you
We are willing to offer our services to anyone who is willing to pay us, regardless of their intentions or morality.
Cry havoc and let slip the dogs of war
Let chaos and destruction reign as we unleash our fury and aggression on our enemies.
Money is the cause we fight for
Our motivation to fight in wars and conflicts is solely driven by financial gain and profit.
We don't mind facing the dangers
We are not afraid to confront the potential risks and hazards that come with battle and warfare.
When we're fighting for strangers
We are indifferent to the identity or cause of those we are fighting for, so long as we are being paid for our services.
Have no conscience who we kill
We do not feel remorse or guilt for taking the lives of others, as long as we are being compensated for our actions.
As long as you can foot the bill
We are willing to perform any action or task as long as the price is right and our financial interests are being catered to.
We'll get your country out of any crisis
If you are willing to pay us, we are confident that we can resolve any conflict or emergency situation your country may be facing.
As long as you can meet our prices
We are solely motivated by financial incentive and will carry out any task or mission as long as we are being adequately compensated.
We just kill and then get out
Our primary objective is to eliminate any opposition and then leave the area or conflict as quickly as possible.
March into battle hear us shout
We approach battle with confidence and aggression, determined to overcome any obstacle or opposition that may arise.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ANDREW PAUL WILLIAMS, COLIN DEREK ABRAHALL, COLIN ROBERT BLYTH, ROSS ANDREW LOMAS
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@804safety
CHARGED G.H.B IS UP THERE IN MY TOP PUNK BANDS..CHEERS FROM CANADA
@mike666nz
a fucking awesome song by a great band.I recall listening to this album a lot back in the mid 1908s and I still like it 30 + years later.Like the band members, alas we age-physically-some faces better than others
@wombo2
Just found out the chorus is based on Shakespeare's Julius Caesar. "Cry 'Havoc,' and let slip the dogs of war; That this foul deed shall smell above the earth With carrion men, groaning for burial."
@ThePlasticjesus666
We're a bunch of desperados, a brave and fearless crew. We will work for anyone, we'll even work for you. Cry havoc and let slip the dogs of war. Money is the cause we fight for We don't mind facing the dangers, when we're fighting for strangers. Have no conscience who we kill as long as you can foot the bill. We'll get your country out of any crisis, as long as you can meet our prices. We just kill and then get out, march into battle hear us shout.
@XXSomeDudeXX
This is Blackwater Worldwide's anthem right here.
@Ca11mero
Grievous Bodily Harm
@juanpunkz
muito bom esse som !!!
@tamarastrickland8107
Rockfest 2015. Yeah baby
@udovicicantoine6256
Ça fait un grand bien d'écouter du keupon's.. Oïl Oïl
@bassistdave109
full fledge GBH