Since Defiance, Ohio formed in 2002 they have released four full length LPs, Share What Ya Got, The Great Depression, The Fear, the Fear, the Fear, Midwestern Minutes and several singles, B sides and split EPs. In the DIY spirit they release most of their music themselves, producing their own CDs, as well as allowing anyone to download all their music for free from their website (http://defianceohio.terrorware.com). When not releasing their own music, the band works with small independent record labels in order to produce their releases. Their three most recent albums were released on No Idea.
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Tanks! Tanks! Tanks!
Defiance Ohio Lyrics
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You needed a dependable work force so you created a drug ware n' got one in orange. Now on the backs of the poor, you're taking over the world by force. Whatever for?
Mr. Rumsfeld, a question from me to you. If Saddam is such a jerk then why in 1982 did you give him a pair of gold spurs? If you ask me how I feel my friend, I'd say "actions speak louder than words." If you ask me how I feel Mr. Military Man, I'd say "actions have spoken louder than words." Woo-hoo!
The lyrics to Defiance Ohio's song Tanks! Tanks! Tanks! speak about the destructive nature of warfare and how it affects the lives of innocent children, families, and poor people. The song starts with the repetition of "Tanks, Tanks, Tanks" and "Bombs, Bombs, Bombs," highlighting the destructive power of military weapons. The line "Nuclear heat-seeking battleships" further emphasizes the detrimental impact of war on human lives. The chorus then shifts its focus to resistance, advocating for people to fight back against those who seek to oppress them. The phrase "shake your hips, raise your fists" denotes a call for action, imploring people to defend their rights and protect themselves from those who want to harm them. The line "tell 'em they can kiss yer' ass if they come knocking for us kids" further emphasizes the idea that we must fight back to protect the defenseless.
The lyrics then take a political turn, referencing the creation of a "drug ware" to create a reliable workforce and the exploitation of the poor to take over the world by force. It questions the motives behind such actions and seeks to hold powerful individuals accountable for their actions. The song then directly addresses former U.S. Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld, questioning his role in supplying Saddam Hussein with gold spurs in 1982 despite calling him a "jerk" later on. This line highlights the hypocrisy and questionable actions of those in power. The lyrics, thus, conclude with a message that while words may be cheap, actions have lasting consequences, and it's crucial to hold the powerful accountable for their actions.
Line by Line Meaning
Tanks, tanks, tanks.
You have amassed an abundance of tanks.
Bombs, bombs, bombs.
You have also obtained many bombs.
Nuclear heat-seeking battleships.
You are in possession of advanced military weaponry.
Shake yer hips, raise your fists, tell 'em they can kiss yer' ass if they come knockin' for us kids.
We will resist any attempts at oppression with defiance and rebellion.
You needed a dependable work force so you created a drug ware n' got one in orange.
You exploited a vulnerable population by promoting drug addiction and profiting off of their labor.
Now on the backs of the poor, you're taking over the world by force.
Your actions are perpetuating global inequality and imperialism.
Whatever for?
You question the motives behind these actions.
Mr. Rumsfeld, a question from me to you.
You address a powerful government official.
If Saddam is such a jerk then why in 1982 did you give him a pair of gold spurs?
You question the hypocritical nature of American diplomacy.
If you ask me how I feel my friend, I'd say "actions speak louder than words."
You believe that one's true intentions and values are reflected in their actions rather than their words.
If you ask me how I feel Mr. Military Man, I'd say "actions have spoken louder than words."
You criticize the actions of those in power and the negative impact they have on marginalized communities.
Woo-hoo!
An expression of enthusiasm or excitement.
Contributed by Ethan D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Taylor Sachs
My old co worker at the dollar store showed me these guys. Still love them. I wonder if they still preform
Colin Rinehart
"You needed a dependable work force, so you created a drug war....got one in orange!"
One of the realest lyrics ever man.
Nebbish Wizard
Fun fact: This song was made by dropping instruments from various heights and hoping to create musical sounds. The finished product is certainly a song!
Aleph Null
man ghost mice did a split album with everyone! haha
103drs
Absolute banger
Adam Morgan
Wow so good memories