Though the band was supported by its fans and fellow artists, Crumbsuckers second album, Beast on My Back, failed to deliver on expectations, despite the musicianship displayed on the recording. The departure of lead vocalist Chris Notaro in 1988 started the band's gradual decline. Members went on to form Pro-Pain.
Crumbsuckers played its latest reunion show at the 2015 Black N' Blue Bowl Festival at Webster Hall (formerly the Ritz) in New York City.
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Crumbsuckers Lyrics
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Tears of frustration
Danger lurking everywhere
Destroying our nation
Problems everyday
Generate forever
Anxiety's steady note
Is now a screech of terror
Child alcoholics
Fathers raping daughters
Madness in the family
Illness and disorders
Medicine that kills
Food that cuts the throat
Innocent people murdered
While malicious madmen gloat
Child alcoholics
Fathers raping daughters
Madness in the family
Illness and disorders
Medicine that kills
Food that cuts the throat
Innocent people murdered
While malicious madmen gloat
Panic invades the safety of our home
Shiver 'neath your covers
You feel you're not alone
Images of fear cause an icy frission
Chilled to the bone by a bloody vision
Panic invades the safety of our home
Shiver 'neath your covers
You feel you're not alone
Images of fear cause an icy frission
Chilled to the bone by a bloody vision
It seems the world has gone mad
Value of life distorted
Murder, death, pain, rape, and drugs
Are the things the papers have reported
Breakout, breakout
Breakout, hell on earth
Breakout, breakout
Breakout, (from this) hell on earth
Evil abounds but we can surely flee
No need to live under the dread of a sick society
Rebuking what is vile, living in the light
Protection from destruction
We're always in his sight
Protection from destruction
That wasteth at noonday
Man may kill the body
The soul he can't take away
Safety in the refuge
At the right hand we must fall
And those who wage against us
Shall be nothing at all, at all
Breakout!
The Crumbsuckers' song "Breakout" is a commentary on the darker aspects of society. The lyrics describe a world full of murder, death, pain, rape, and drug abuse. The song starts off describing the problems that are common in society and how they generate anxiety, and how dangerous and destructive they can be. The verses continue to talk about the madness that exists in families and how medicine can kill the sick, and how food can turn into a weapon, and innocent people can be murdered. This lyric does not hold back in painting a picture of a sick society.
The chorus of the song, "Breakout, breakout, breakout, hell on earth," is a cry against this society's evils. The lyrics suggest that a person's only option is to break out of this hellish society. With images of terror invading a person's mind and the world gone mad, the lyrics state that the value of life has been distorted, and the newspapers report on things like murder, death, pain, rape, and drugs as the norm.
However, there is hope in the song. The lyrics suggest that while evil is present, one can always flee from it. The solution to all these problems is to live in the light and to rebuke what is vile. The song ends with lyrics that suggest that one can be protected from destruction, and those who wage against us shall be nothing at all. Overall, this song is a grim picture of a sick society, but at the same time, it offers hope for those who want to break out of it.
Line by Line Meaning
Murder, death, pain
The world is full of violence, death, and agony.
Tears of frustration
People are distressed and cannot contain their emotions.
Danger lurking everywhere
Fear and peril is present everywhere in the world.
Destroying our nation
The country is being ruined and demolished.
Problems everyday
There are many issues and complications that people face daily.
Generate forever
The problems seem to constantly multiply and continue indefinitely.
Anxiety's steady note
The feeling of unease and tension is always present, like a continuous sound.
Is now a screech of terror
The anxiety has turned into an overwhelming, ear-piercing shriek of horror.
Child alcoholics
Underage children are dependent on and addicted to alcohol.
Fathers raping daughters
Incest and sexual assault is happening within families.
Madness in the family
Insanity and craziness exists within the household.
Illness and disorders
People are suffering from illnesses and physical/mental disorders.
Medicine that kills
The drugs meant to cure, also have fatal side effects.
Food that cuts the throat
Consumption of food can cause choking and even death.
Innocent people murdered
People who did not do anything wrong are being killed.
While malicious madmen gloat
Evil individuals revel in their wrongdoings and enjoy seeing others suffer.
Panic invades the safety of our home
Anxiety and fear has entered people's personal space and safe haven.
Shiver 'neath your covers
People feel frightened and cold while hiding under their blankets.
You feel you're not alone
The fear is so vivid that people feel as if someone or something is with them.
Images of fear cause an icy frission
Scary thoughts and scenes bring a shivering, chilling sensation.
Chilled to the bone by a bloody vision
The haunting image causes one to feel very cold and frightened to the core.
It seems the world has gone mad
The state of the world appears to be insane and nonsensical.
Value of life distorted
The worth of human life is being misrepresented and confused.
Murder, death, pain, rape, and drugs
The news, media, and papers often report on these depressing topics.
Are the things the papers have reported
The media focuses and emphasizes on these tragic issues.
Breakout, breakout
Escape and be free from this chaos and suffering.
Breakout, hell on earth
Get away from this terrible reality and world we live in.
Evil abounds but we can surely flee
There is plenty of wickedness, but we have the option to run away.
No need to live under the dread of a sick society
We shouldn't have to live in fear under the control of a corrupted society.
Rebuking what is vile, living in the light
Deny what is evil and live a pure and positive life.
Protection from destruction
Be guarded and defended from harm and ruin.
We're always in his sight
God is always watching over and protecting us.
That wasteth at noonday
Destruction and decay that occurs in the middle of the day.
Man may kill the body
Humans can physically harm and cause death to another person.
The soul he can't take away
However, the essence and spirit of a person cannot be taken away by others.
Safety in the refuge
Find protection and sanctuary in a safe haven.
At the right hand we must fall
Let our trust and faith fall on the right side and correct path.
And those who wage against us
Those who are against us or causing us harm.
Shall be nothing at all, at all
They will eventually be defeated and powerless.
Breakout!
Escape and be free from this suffering and hell on earth.
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