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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]
Trapped
Circle Jerks Lyrics
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Trapped, I'm trapped
Trapped, I'm trapped
Trapped, I'm trapped
What did I do to deserve this?
I've painted myself into a corner
What did I do to deserve this?
No windows,doors or a ladder
Trapped, I'm trapped
Trapped, I'm trapped
What did I do to deserve this?
Running down a black alley way
What did I do to deserve this?
Trash cans,chain link fence line the way
I'm trapped
I'm trapped
Trapped, I'm trapped
Trapped, I'm trapped
What did I do to deserve this?
Dug a hole and there's nowhere to go
What did I do to deserve this?
Mental rut,I'm going nuts!
Trapped, I'm trapped
Trapped, I'm trapped
The lyrics of Circle Jerks's song "Trapped" express the feeling of being stuck in an undesirable situation with no way out. The repetition of "Trapped, I'm trapped" emphasizes the sense of entrapment and helplessness. The singer questions what they did to deserve being in this situation and admits to having "painted [themself] into a corner." They feel as though they are in a mental rut and are going "nuts."
The second verse provides further imagery of the situation, describing a "black alley way" lined with "trash cans" and a "chain link fence." The lack of escape routes is emphasized with the line "no windows, doors, or a ladder," creating a feeling of isolation and confinement. The final line of the verse, "running down a black alley way," creates a sense of urgency and danger, as though the singer is trying to escape but cannot find a way out.
Overall, the lyrics of "Trapped" express feelings of desperation and hopelessness, as the singer struggles to find a way out of their current predicament. The repetition of the word "trapped" creates a bleak and oppressive atmosphere, while the imagery of a dark and enclosed space further emphasizes the sense of confinement and entrapment.
Line by Line Meaning
Trapped, I'm trapped
Feeling stuck and unable to escape
Trapped, I'm trapped
A repetition to emphasize the feeling of being trapped
Trapped, I'm trapped
Resigned to the situation and feeling helpless
Trapped, I'm trapped
Feeling completely caged in and unable to break free
What did I do to deserve this?
Questioning the reasons behind feeling trapped
I've painted myself into a corner
Feeling responsible for getting stuck in a difficult situation
What did I do to deserve this?
A repetition to emphasize the questioning of why they are trapped
Painted myself into a corner
Realizing that their own actions have led to feeling trapped
No windows, doors or a ladder
Describing the lack of options or escape routes
What did I do to deserve this?
Asking again what led them to this situation
Running down a black alley way
Feeling like they are heading towards a dead end
What did I do to deserve this?
Another repetition to emphasize feeling unjustly trapped
Trash cans, chain link fence line the way
Describing the depressing surroundings and lack of options
I'm trapped
A simple statement of despair
I'm trapped
Repeating how stuck they feel
Trapped, I'm trapped
A restatement of the overall feeling of being trapped
Trapped, I'm trapped
Again conveying that there is no way out
Dug a hole and there's nowhere to go
Feeling accountable for creating a negative situation with no solution
Mental rut, I'm going nuts!
Describing the psychological toll of feeling trapped
Trapped, I'm trapped
A final repetition to emphasize being stuck with no resolution
Trapped, I'm trapped
A final statement of being powerless to escape
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: GREG W. HETSON, KEITH LEHRER, KEITH G. MORRIS, ROGER DOWDING
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