D.O.A. was a hardcore punk band from Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. T… Read Full Bio ↴D.O.A. was a hardcore punk band from Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. They are often referred to as the "founders" of hardcore punk, along with Black Flag, The Germs, Negative Trend, and Middle Class. Their second album Hardcore '81 was thought by many to have been the first actual reference to the second wave of the American punk sound as hardcore. Singer/guitarist Joey "Shithead" Keithley is the only founding member to have stayed in the band throughout its entire history. However, original bassist Randy Rampage has been active in the band in recent years and has played on one of the band's last three albums, although he is not in the current lineup. D.O.A. has often released music on Jello Biafra's Alternative Tentacles Records, and they have released an album with Jello Biafra titled Last Scream of the Missing Neighbors.

D.O.A. has always maintained an uncompromising leftist political stance. The band is known for its outspoken political opinions and has a history of performing for many causes and benefits. Its slogan is "Talk minus Action equals Zero." The band has been active on many issues, including anti-racism, anti-globalization, freedom of speech, and the environment.

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D.O.A. Lyrics

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I
Tinatago ang sarili sa kapal ng usok sa paligid
Para itago ang nadaramang lungkot
At di mapansing ako’’y bagot
Sa bawat sandaling lumilipas,
Nasasayang sa paghahanap ng lunas sa nagugunaw kong mundong sanhi ng aking pagkabigo sayo

II
Inaaliw ang sarili sa ingay ng ulang pumapatak
At nagbabakasali na darating ang bukas
At talikuran na ang bakas
Pabayaan na lang ang mga sandaling lumipas

*
At kung tama man ‘to
Sana makalaya na’ko sa alaala mo
May aasahan pa ba ako
Kung nalalagas na
Di makapagsalita
Nahihirapan na ako
Please lang
Maghihintay pa ba ako?

III
At tila ba kay bilis lumipas ng bawat sandal
Nauupos na, nawawalan na ng sindi
Ang liwanag na nagsilbing gabay ko sa bawat araw
Pero ngayon di ako makagalaw

IV
Pinilit itago ang nadaramang sakit
Ngunit paulit ulit lang na bumabalik sa akin
Ang tamis ng ‘yong halik
Wala na’kong maisip sabihin pa
Babalik ka pa naman diba?

**
At kung mali man ako
Sana nama’y linawin mo ang mga sinabi mo
Hahayaan mo naang bang ganito ang lahat?
Paano na ang bukas kung hindi ka matanaw?
Unti unti nalang ding magugunaw

V
Ang labo din kasi ng ‘yong pasya
At para bang mas malapit kana sa kanya
Kaya naman pipilitin nalang
Wala naman akong magagawa kundi sumuko na

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "13" by D.O.A. (Dead on Arrival) depict a sense of loneliness and longing for someone who is no longer present. The singer hides their sadness behind a thick cloud of smoke and tries to distract themselves from their feelings by immersing in the sound of falling raindrops, hoping for a brighter tomorrow. The passage of time is described as wasteful and the world feels like it's crumbling because of the singer's failure in a relationship. They search for a remedy to their broken world but instead find themselves wasting away.

The chorus reflects the singer's desperate plea for freedom from the memories of the person they long for. They question whether there is any hope left and if they should continue to wait or move on. The passage of time feels quick and relentless, as the spark of light that used to guide the singer fades away, leaving them unable to move forward.

In the fourth verse, the singer tries to hide their pain but it continuously returns. The sweetness of the person's kiss lingers in their mind and they can't think of anything else to say. They wonder if the person will come back, questioning their decisions and hoping for clarity.

The song portrays a struggle with heartbreak and uncertainty, as the singer grapples with their emotions and tries to find a way forward. The lyrics capture the essence of longing, loneliness, and the internal battle of deciding whether to hold on or let go.

Line by Line Meaning

I
I conceal myself in the thick smoke surrounding me to hide the sadness I feel and to avoid being seen as bored. Every passing moment is wasted in my pursuit of a solution to my crumbling world caused by my failure with you.

II
I entertain myself with the sound of raindrops falling, hoping that tomorrow will come and erase any traces of the past. I let the moments slip away, leaving behind the memories.

*
And if this is true, I hope I can free myself from your memory. Is there still hope for me if I am falling apart and unable to speak? I am struggling. Please, can I still wait?

III
And it feels like time is passing by so quickly, fading away and losing its spark. The light that guided me each day is now holding me back, preventing me from moving.

IV
I tried to hide the pain I feel, but it keeps coming back to me repeatedly. The sweetness of your kiss, I can't think of anything else to say. Will you come back?

**
And if I am wrong, I hope you clarify what you said. Will you just let everything be like this? How will the future be if I can't see you? Gradually, everything will crumble.

V
Your decision is unclear, and it feels like you're closer to someone else. So, I will just try my best and surrender because I have no other choice.

Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Christian James Morales

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