The band, Steven Eagles (guitar, vocals), Nicholas Millard (drums) and Rachel Lavelle (bass), were all just 16 years old when they signed to Shifty Disco after playing just eight gigs as Crackout (named after Brian Krakow, a character in American TV teen drama My So-Called Life). Within four weeks of the label first seeing the band live, they had recorded and released their debut Chuck single. An album was also recorded around this time but was never released. Lavelle was shortly replaced on bass by Jack Dunkley.
Crackout toured with Sick Of It All / 28 Days in late December 2000, where they sold a self-released tape containing early recordings of Breakout and Joey Lost His Mind (both later re-recorded and included on debut album This Is Really Neat). EP1, a 500-limited edition CD with four songs showing early promise, and EP2 shortly followed in 2001. Both EPs came with a free sticker and in a hand-numbered cardboard sleeve, finished with a wax seal (red on EP1, green on EP2). Their debut album, This Is Really Neat, was released that October featuring artwork by Jane Wooster-Scott.
In 2002, plans to release old favourite Volume (the b-side to their first single, later re-recorded and featured on This Is Really Neat) were scrapped when I Am The One was used in an advert for Salomon Sports. Volume was therefore the only Crackout song not released as a single with it's own music video.
After long delays, the band's follow up to This Is Really Neat was released in March 2004. However, the promotion for Oh No! was ended abruptly due to EMI deciding to close down Hut Recordings shortly after the album's release. Whilst making plans for a third album, their producer friend Clive Langer asked them if they were interested in playing on a film soundtrack which he was scoring, which ended up with them being cast for small roles in Brothers of the Head, the 2006 mockumentary based on the 1977 novel by Brian Aldiss.
In 2005, Crackout toyed with the idea of adding an extra member to provide them with options with guitars, keyboards and backing vocals live. This lead to a few low-key gigs with additional member Simon in October that year. After playing these gigs, however, they felt like too much time had passed since their last shows and decided to disband Crackout.
However, 2006 saw Steven, Nick, Jack and Simon now playing in a new group called Blackholes, who released The Alcohol EP themselves through their MySpace profile, featuring a couple of tracks played at their last few Crackout gigs.
Eagles, Millard and Dunkley have also played in French pop act Vanessa & The O's on a few of their live shows.
It was announced in 2007 that Dunkley had left due to 'creative differences', with Alex Szrok replacing him on bass. In September, it was announced that Blackholes had decided to regroup, renaming the band 'Out Of The Afternoon' and that they had brought in Anna Sales on keyboard and vocals. The newest project at present has a more jazzy sound than previously, with "Alcohol," a slow jazz song being the only 'Blackholes' track used on their myspace profile.
In March 2008 the band signed to Leeds Label 'Tip Toe Records' and released there first EP in April
Out Of Our Minds
Crackout Lyrics
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he dances like hes got her
hooked up inside the bathroom
shes always his
you better sit down watch your mouth we always hear
coz' we can fight, drive and kick you out we always hear
watch you mouth
you slip men all around her
you move and bump and grind her
but you look total fine when you catch our eye
we'll drive
(drive)
we'll fight
(fight)
alive
the only way to spend the night...
you better sit down watch your mouth we always hear
coz' we can fight, drive and kick you out we always hear
watch you mouth..
waking up with black eyes
must be out of our minds
waking up with black eyes, we
must be out of our..
must be out of our minds
you better sit down watch your mouth we always hear
coz' we can fight drive and kick you out we always hear
watch your mouth (oh no)
watch your mouth (oh no)
(oh no)
oh no...
The lyrics to Crackout's "Out Of Our Minds" depicts a scene where a man is dancing with a woman in the bathroom, while other people are watching and getting ready to confront him. The person singing seems to be warning the man to be careful and watch his mouth because they are not afraid to fight and kick him out if he gets out of hand. The lyrics suggest that the woman he is dancing with is somehow under his control or has fallen for his moves, and her friends are keeping a close eye on her to make sure that she's okay.
The chorus of the song is a warning to anyone who steps out of line and tries to take advantage of the situation - "you better sit down watch your mouth we always hear, coz' we can fight, drive and kick you out we always hear, watch your mouth." It's clear that the people in this scenario are not going to tolerate any nonsense and are willing to defend themselves and their friends at all costs.
The last verse of the song suggests that their actions may not always be rational, as they may wake up with black eyes and realize that they were "out of their minds." In summary, "Out Of Our Minds" is about asserting dominance and warning others not to mess with the wrong people.
Line by Line Meaning
the man looks like a mover
The man appears to be someone who is always on the move and never stays in one place for too long.
he dances like hes got her
He dances like he is completely in control of the situation and has captured the attention of the girl he is with.
hooked up inside the bathroom
The two people are in a private location, possibly engaging in intimate activities.
shes always his
The girl is loyal to the man and always chooses to be with him.
you slip men all around her
Other men try to approach and interact with the girl, but are ultimately unsuccessful due to her attachment to the man she is with.
you move and bump and grind her
The other men attempt to dance with and physically touch the girl, but she is not interested in them.
but you look total fine when you catch our eye
Despite not being attracted to the other men, the girl still looks good and catches their attention visually.
we'll drive
We are willing to go to great lengths and take risks to achieve our goals.
(drive)
This line is simply a repetition of the previous line for emphasis.
we'll fight
We are not afraid to engage in physical confrontation to defend ourselves or our beliefs.
(fight)
This line is simply a repetition of the previous line for emphasis.
alive
We feel most alive in situations that involve excitement, danger, and adventure.
the only way to spend the night...
The best way to enjoy ourselves and have a fulfilling experience is by engaging in thrilling activities and taking risks.
waking up with black eyes
After a wild night of partying and possibly getting into fights, we wake up with physical injuries and evidence of our wild behavior.
must be out of our minds
We realize that our wild and risky behavior may not be rational or the best choice for us, but we continue to do it anyway because it brings us excitement and fulfillment.
you better sit down watch your mouth we always hear
We are always aware of what others are saying and doing, and will not hesitate to defend ourselves or take action if we feel disrespected or threatened.
coz' we can fight, drive and kick you out we always hear
We are capable of using physical force, creating conflict, and will not hesitate to remove people from our presence if necessary.
watch you mouth..
This line is a repetition of an earlier line as a warning to others to be aware of their behavior and actions around us.
(oh no)
This line is simply a repetition of an earlier line for emphasis or to convey a sense of surprise or disbelief.
Contributed by Savannah B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
nowimboard
I miss this band :(
reasonablyobscene
I fucking love this song.
Stream Tree3
i just realized now...
i need me a
mouse in a box drummer
with clothespin feet
and catches on fire
coolness extraordinaire
love it :)