Brian Baker, formerly of Minor Threat, formed Dag Nasty with Colin Sears, R… Read Full Bio ↴Brian Baker, formerly of Minor Threat, formed Dag Nasty with Colin Sears, Roger Marbury and Shawn Brown in 1985. Shawn's replacement on vocals (by ex- DYS frontman Dave Smalley) shortly before the recording of their debut full-length, Can I Say, began a revolving door membership that was to continue throughout their duration as a band (ultimately leaving Brian as the only original member.) Dag Nasty recorded Can I Say in June 1986, and Wig Out at Denkos in July 1987, for Dischord Records before moving to Giant Records for the release of Field Day in 1988. The Can I Say line-up reformed in 1992 to record Four on the Floor for Epitaph Records and again in 2002 to record a full-length for Revelation Records. In 1991, Dischord combined the Can I Say and Wig Out LPs onto one maxi-CD. Dischord re-mastered both records in 2003 and re-released them back onto two separate CDs, both including extra live and unreleased tracks.

Dag Nasty(1985 - 1991)

Dave Smalley - vocals on #19
Peter Cortner - vocals on #26
Brian Baker - guitar
Roger Marbury - bass on #19
Doug Carrion - bass on #26
Colin Sears - drums

Values Here
Dag Nasty Lyrics

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What'd you say
When I said we'll be here through tomorrow
In my heart and in my head
Fear of failure
Fear of reprimand
Two big problems
I've never had
I never doubted what I had inside...what I have inside

Values here in my heart
And we'll be here through tomorrow
Every day's a brand new start
Fear of failure
Fear of reprimand
Two big problems I've never had
I never doubted what I had inside...what I have inside
Fear of failure
Fear of reprimand

Two big problems I've never had
I never doubted what I had inside...what I have inside

Overall Meaning

The song "Values Here" by the band Dag Nasty talks about the importance of values and how they provide an anchor in times of fear and uncertainty. The lyrics describe the fear of failure and reprimand, two common obstacles that can hold people back from achieving their goals. However, the singer asserts that he has never had these problems because he knows what he has inside - his values.

The chorus emphasizes this point, with the singer declaring that his values are in his heart and will keep him going through the challenges of tomorrow. He acknowledges that every day is a brand new start, meaning that it's never too late to live by your values and make a positive change in your life. The repetition of the lines about fear and values demonstrates the contrast between the two - fear can paralyze, while values inspire and guide.

Overall, the song is a call to embrace one's values and live by them, even in the face of fear and uncertainty. By doing so, one can find strength and purpose in their life.

Line by Line Meaning

What'd you say
Asking for clarification or confirmation of the previous statement

When I said we'll be here through tomorrow
Reiterating the commitment of being present both physically and emotionally

In my heart and in my head
Alluding to the emotional and cognitive aspects of staying true to personal principles

Fear of failure
Admitting the existence of self-doubt and the possibility of not achieving the desired outcome

Fear of reprimand
Acknowledging the fear of being criticized or reprimanded for one's actions or decisions

Two big problems
Highlighting the significance of both fears as potential obstacles to personal growth and success

I've never had
Contrasting the lack of such problems to emphasize personal confidence and resilience

I never doubted what I had inside...what I have inside
Expressing the conviction in one's personal values, strengths, and abilities

Values here in my heart
Reaffirming the importance of personal values as the foundation for one's actions and decisions

And we'll be here through tomorrow
Reiterating the commitment to staying true to personal values and principles despite challenges and setbacks

Every day's a brand new start
Emphasizing the opportunity for personal growth and learning from everyday experiences

Fear of failure
Repeating the potential obstacle of self-doubt and its negative impact on personal growth and success

Fear of reprimand
Repeating the potential obstacle of fear of criticism or rejection and its negative impact on personal growth and success

Two big problems I've never had
Reasserting personal confidence and resilience in overcoming such obstacles through the power of personal values and conviction

I never doubted what I had inside...what I have inside
Reasserting the conviction in one's personal values, strengths, and abilities

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