Officially the band started in 1991 and started playing shows in 1992. However, they only played a small number of shows at this stage and decided to concentrate their efforts on practicing. In 1993 the band started playing regularly in venues around Calgary.
In 1996 Chixdiggit! were signed to Sub Pop records. They released their first self-titled album on the record label, however they only lasted a short time on the label. The band left the label as they felt as though they didn't fit in with the record label's ideals. As stated by Mike from the band: "the people that actually had to sell our records and deal with us on a day to day basis were not quite so fond of us".
At this stage Chixdiggit was touring worldwide. They were quickly picked up by Honest Don's Records, a Fat Wreck Chords subsidiary from San Francisco.
After the release of 2000's From Scene to Shining Scene, the band took a hiatus, from which they returned in 2003 and in 2005 the band started writing and recording its fourth full length album, Pink Razors. The album was released April 19, 2005 on Fat Wreck Chords in North American and Bad Taste Records in Europe.
Founding member Mike Eggermont left the band in 2002 and started Blatant Media, a software company. In 2003, drummer Dave Alcock (owner of Sundae Sound recording studio) left the band, and was replaced by the band's original drummer, Jason Hirsch.
On October 31st, 2007, the band released a re-recording of their debut album, Chixdiggit!, on Bad Taste Records. The re-recorded album was titled Chixdiggit! II.
Sweaty and Hairless
Chixdiggit! Lyrics
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Glistening and careless
And on her side was a tattoo of a phoenix
My eyes filled with her sweat
But it was painless
I can't decide where I begin and she ends
Givin' ‘er from scene to shining scene
Glowing neon sticks for you and me
Can't stay outside Frisco
Used to be the place to be
You ain't trying to tell me
It can beat walking through the english country
With you by my side
She was sweaty and hairless,
Glistening and careless
I guess same with me, looking as good as I can
Ain't going home yet,
Ain't sick of recess
She can't decide where we take off and she lands
Givin' ‘er from scene to shining scene
Glowing neon sticks for you and me
Can't go in without a whistle
Can't stay outside Frisco
Used to be the place to be
You ain't trying to tell me
It can beat walking through the English country
With you by my side
I'm walking the English country
Street signs and swinging chairs
It got me thinking what life's got in store for me
I'm getting indie rock
I think I'm done with raving
I hear that Third Eye Blind is looking for a bassist
Givin' ‘er from scene to shining scene g
Gowing neon sticks for you and me
Can't go in without a whistle
Can't stay outside Frisco
Used to be the place to be
You ain't trying to tell me
It can beat walking through the english country
With you by my side
The song "Sweaty and Hairless" by Chixdiggit is a fast-paced punk rock song with lyrics that seem to be about a wild night out in San Francisco. The opening line sets the tone for the rest of the lyrics, which describe a sweaty and carefree woman with a tattoo on her side. The lead singer is consumed by the sight of her sweat, but he finds the experience painless. The lines "I can't decide where I begin and she ends" suggest that the man is losing himself in the moment and letting go of any inhibitions.
The chorus of the song emphasizes the idea of moving from scene to scene in San Francisco - "giving 'er from scene to shining scene". The "glowing neon sticks" could refer to either glow sticks or neon signs in the city. The lines "Can't go in without a whistle, can't stay outside Frisco" could be interpreted as referring to the strict door policies of clubs in San Francisco, that require entry by invitation or guest list only. The song suggests that San Francisco used to be the place to be and even though the man is enjoying his night out, he isn't completely convinced about the city's greatness. The line "It can't beat walking through the English country with you by my side" might suggest that the man is starting to long for a more laid-back life.
Overall, the lyrics of "Sweaty and Hairless" suggest a night of hedonism and freedom in San Francisco, but also a hint of weariness with the city's scene. The song combines the excitement and thrills of being young and wild with a sense of uncertainty and nostalgia.
Line by Line Meaning
She was sweaty and hairless,
She was hot and didn't have much body hair.
Glistening and careless
She was sweating and didn't seem to have a care in the world.
And on her side was a tattoo of a phoenix
She had a tattoo of a phoenix on her side.
My eyes filled with her sweat
I was really into her, even her sweat didn't bother me.
But it was painless
Being into her didn't cause me any trouble or pain.
I can't decide where I begin and she ends
I felt so close and connected to her that I couldn't tell where I ended and she began.
Givin' ‘er from scene to shining scene
We were going from place to place, having a good time.
Glowing neon sticks for you and me
We were using glow sticks, enjoying the vibrant nightlife.
Can't go in without a whistle
We needed a whistle to get into a certain place.
Can't stay outside Frisco
We didn't want to stay outside of Frisco for too long.
Used to be the place to be
Frisco was once the best place to go out and have fun.
You ain't trying to tell me
I don't think you're trying to convince me otherwise.
It can beat walking through the english country
I don't think anything can beat walking through the English countryside.
With you by my side
As long as I have you with me, I'll be happy.
Street signs and swinging chairs
I saw street signs and chairs that swing.
It got me thinking what life's got in store for me
I started to think about my future and what it holds for me.
I'm getting indie rock
I'm starting to like indie rock music.
I think I'm done with raving
I think I'm over partying and dancing all night long.
I hear that Third Eye Blind is looking for a bassist
I heard that Third Eye Blind is looking for someone to play bass.
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