The Dicks emerged during the halcyon days of Austin, Texas punk. The scene centered around the local dive bar Raul's frequented by local freaks, artists, and soon-to-be punk rockers. The band was the creation of Gary Floyd, a 26 year old from Palestine, Texas who had been a conscientious objector to the Vietnam War and was openly, flamboyantly gay. Although he was advertising the Dicks before they were even an actual band, Floyd soon joined forces with three "terrorist thugs" to complete the group: guitarist Glen Taylor, bassist Buxf Parrot, and drummer Pat Deason. They started writing burly blues-drenched punk anthems and began playing raucous, shows with local heroes The Big Boys. Unlike that band's funk-infused, high-production value drag show, the Dicks opted for a cruder but still spectacular approach. Gary Floyd would assault the audience with chocolate frosting pulled from his panties, inviting any rowdy audience members to suck his dick.
The band's first single, Dicks Hate the Police, was dropped onto the world in 1980 on MDC's R Radical label. The title track to this EP is unlike anything else before or after - a total powerhouse of a song. The B-side found the band playing faster and harder than most other U.S. punk bands at the time. Like most of their Texas peers, the Dicks had a sound that didn't fit any one mold or genre. Sometimes punk, hardcore, blues, or free-form ranting, they were always playing music on the edge of insanity. Their next record is one of the ultimate documents of Texas punk - a split live LP with the Big Boys recorded at Raul's. While the Big Boys don't sound as great as their studio material, the Dicks really explode off the vinyl with a ripping live set that captures both the great songwriting and amazing energy they brought to the table.
Dicks Hate The Police
Having caught the attention of punk producer Spot, the Dicks recorded their first full length for SST. Kill from the Heart finds the Dicks' blues punk attacking conservatism and especially racism with unbridled fury. In 1982, before the album came out, Gary and the Dicks moved to San Francisco, followed by MDC and DRI who took up with them at a squatted beer plant known as the Vats. Along with their new neighbors Crucifix and Michigan's The Crucifucks, they embarked on the 1983 Rock Against Reagan tour: an exhausting 3 month extravaganza organized by the Yippies. The tour took a lot out of the band, and after its completion only Gary returned to the city by the bay. There he reformed the band with three new musicians: drummer Lynn Perko, guitarist Tim Carroll, and bassist Sebastian Fuchs.
This line-up recorded the PEACE? EP, a concept single attacking the injustices of war. While the record is powerful, especially the scorching "I Hope you Get Drafted," it also demonstrated the cleaner, more blues-rock direction that the new band was taking. 1985's These People LP, released on Alternative Tentacles, showcased a Dicks who were expanding punk sounds to play more straightforward, longer bluesy rock songs. Nonplused by the reaction from punk audiences ("play faster!"), Gary decided to end the Dicks in 1986. He and Lynn Perko started Sister Double Happiness, who recorded for SST. Gary later went solo and has a new project called Black Kali Ma on A.T. Glen Taylor, unfortunately, passed away. Alternative Tentacles has reissued a collection CD of Dicks material that is a good starting point, and bootlegs of the LP (good quality) and first 7" (bad quality) aren't too hard to come by. Go get them now.
(taken from KillFromTheHeart)
No Nazi's Friend
Dicks Lyrics
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Could if I wanted to
I ain't no Nazi
With all your fascist rules
I ain′t no Nazi's friend
Could if I wanted to
I don't wear no uniform
I′ve got the rage in me
And that is part of it
I′ve got the rage in me
Fuck you like a mound of shit
Oh, yeah! Oh yeah
Oh yeah! Oh yeah
I ain't no Nazi′s friend
Could if I wanted to
Don't wear no uniform
Fight you like a mighty storm
Oh, yeah!
I don′t wear no uniform
Or I'd join the Houston Pigs
Just stop your racist slurs
Or your friends might find you dead
I ain′t no Nazi's friend
Could if I wanted to
I don't wear no uniform
Fight you like a mighty storm
I′ve got the rage in me
And that is part of it
I′ve got the rage in me
Fuck you like a mound of shit
Oh, yeah! Oh yeah
Oh yeah! Oh yeah
I ain't no Nazi′s friend
Could if I wanted to
Don't wear no uniform
Fight you, fight you, fight you yeah
I ain′t no Nazi's friend
Could if I wanted to
I don′t wear no uniform
Fight you
I ain't no Nazi's friend
Could if I wanted to
I don′t wear no uniform
Fight you like a storm
Oh yeah! Oh yeah
Oh yeah! Oh yeah
I go yeah!
The song "No Nazi's Friend" by Dick is a punk rock anthem that boldly declares the singer's rejection of fascism and racism. The opening verse states that the singer is not a Nazi, nor does he subscribe to the fascist ideology that the Nazis espoused. He declares that he will not be bound by their rules or beliefs.
The chorus emphasizes the singer's stance as being against Nazis and their friends. He asserts that he will fight against them with all his might, using "the rage" within him as a driving force. He also rejects the idea of wearing a uniform or being a part of any organization that promotes fascist ideology, such as the "Houston Pigs."
The final verse challenges anyone who uses racist slurs or associates with Nazis, warning them that they may end up dead at the hands of the singer or his allies. The song ends with a defiant "yeah" in the chorus, emphasizing the singer's power and conviction.
Overall, "No Nazi's Friend" is a powerful punk rock song that sends a clear message against fascism and racism, and encourages listeners to take a stand against these dangerous ideologies.
Line by Line Meaning
I ain’t no Nazi
I do not agree with the beliefs or actions of Nazis
Could if I wanted to
I have the freedom to choose to adopt Nazi beliefs or not
I ain't no Nazi
I do not believe in Nazi ideals
With all your fascist rules
I do not agree with the oppressive and authoritarian practices of fascism
I ain't no Nazi's friend
I do not support or associate myself with anyone who promotes or follows Nazi beliefs
Could if I wanted to
I have the flexibility to be friends with people who have Nazi beliefs, but I choose not to
I don't wear no uniform
I am not part of any group, especially not a Nazi one
Fight you like a mighty storm
I will confront and challenge anyone who promotes or follows Nazi beliefs with great force and determination
I've got the rage in me
I have a strong anger towards those who support Nazi beliefs
And that is part of it
My anger towards Nazis is a significant aspect of my identity
Fuck you like a mound of shit
I have a strong hatred towards Nazis and will not tolerate their beliefs or actions
Oh yeah! Oh yeah
An enthusiastic acceptance or agreement with the previous statement
Don't wear no uniform
I am not associated with any group, especially not the Houston Pigs (a reference to a controversial police force)
Or I'd join the Houston Pigs
I am not interested in joining a controversial police force, especially one known for its questionable practices and behavior
Just stop your racist slurs
I demand that people stop making racist remarks or comments
Or your friends might find you dead
If you continue to hold and promote racist beliefs, you may end up being confronted or targeted in a violent manner
Fight you, fight you, fight you yeah
I am willing and ready to engage in a physical or verbal altercation with someone who promotes or follows Nazi beliefs
I go yeah!
An enthusiastic exclamation of support or agreement with the previous statement
Writer(s): Buff Parrott, Dicks, Gary Floyd, Glen Taylor, Pat Deason
Contributed by Andrew V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.