There’s a fear to growing old in a world that doesn’t care about you, and D… Read Full Bio ↴There’s a fear to growing old in a world that doesn’t care about you, and Dollar Signs can relate; as a diverse group of friends who try to solve their problems in sweat-soaked rooms and dingy basements, singing and dancing away the fear. It’s group therapy for weekend warriors who have to work jobs that they hate. It’s a gala of cheap beer and sweaty hugs. Dollar Signs may as well be the band that played on the deck of the Titanic as it sank into the freezing ocean. We’re all in this together, and Dollar Signs knows that. After the release of their self-released full length album, Yikes, the band has been hitting the road and getting acquainted with the van - and now two tours, three blown tires, a branded hot sauce, and a family-size box of Tums later, they’re ready to do it again. This may not last forever, but for now, while there’s still a tinge of hopelessness in the air, Dollar Signs needs to party with you, because it’s the only way to survive the times.

Bad News
Dollar Signs Lyrics

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YOU CALL ME CRYIN
WHAT IF I TELL YOU SOMETHING THAT MAKES YOU FEEL WORSE?
BARELY SURVIVING, SO WHATEVER I'M ADVISING
DO THE REVERSE

WHEN YOU'RE HAVING PANIC ATTACKS, I'M ILL EQUIPPED
JUST A PAT ON THE BACK, AVOID EYE CONTACT
THEN TAKE A CRACK AT THESE RUMPLEMINTZ

I GOT PROBLEMS, WE GOT BLUE RIBBONS
I GOT ISSUES, WE GOT SOME GREY GOOSE
I GOT FEARS (HELL YEAH)
WELL WE'VE ALL CRIED TEARS
BUT BAD NEWS GOES DOWN BETTER WITH A BEER

THE PEOPLE I DRINK WITH DON'T REALLY KNOW ME
THEY'RE LIKE THE WAITSTAFF ON YOUR BIRTHDAY AT CHILI'S

THEY'RE FORCED TO SING HAPPY BIRTHDAY
THEY'RE FORCED TO CHEER AND CLAP
WHEN THEY LEAVE, YOU'RE ALL ALONE
I JUST WANT MY BABY BACK

I GOT PROBLEMS, WE GOT BLUE RIBBONS
I GOT ISSUES, WE GOT SOME GREY GOOSE
I GOT FEARS (HELL YEAH)
WELL WE'VE ALL CRIED TEARS
BUT BAD NEWS GOES DOWN BETTER WITH A BEER

BARKEEP ASKS ME WHAT TO DRINK, I TELL HIM
WHISKY RYE
BARKEEP ASKS ME WHAT TO DRINK
BUT HE NEVER ASKS ME WHY

I COULD SHOOT FOR THE MOON
I COULD LAND AMONGST THE STARS
I SHOT FOR MY HOUSE, BUT I SLEPT IN MY CAR

I GOT PROBLEMS, WE ALL GOT EM
I GOT ISSUES, HEY MAN, WE LOVE YOU

I GOT FEARS - WELL, WE'VE ALL CRIED TEARS
BUT BAD NEWS GOES DOWN BETTER WITH A BEER

Overall Meaning

In the song "BAD NEWS" by Dollar Signs, the lyrics depict a sense of emotional despair and seeking solace in alcohol. The opening lines, "You call me cryin, what if I tell you something that makes you feel worse?" suggest a situation where the singer is already struggling with their own problems but is asked to handle someone else's distress. They acknowledge their own difficulties by saying they are "barely surviving" and recognize the irony in giving advice to others when they themselves are in need.

The following lines, "When you're having panic attacks, I'm ill equipped, just a pat on the back, avoid eye contact, then take a crack at these rumplemintz" highlight the singer's inability to effectively support others during their own struggles with anxiety. They resort to small gestures rather than addressing the root of the problem, possibly using alcohol as a coping mechanism with "rumplemintz" being a specific brand of liquor mentioned.

The chorus, "I got problems, we got blue ribbons, I got issues, we got some grey goose, I got fears, well we've all cried tears, but bad news goes down better with a beer" expresses a sense of camaraderie and finding comfort in shared difficulties. The singer suggests that everyone has their own challenges and turning to alcohol is a way to cope with bad news and momentarily escape from their problems. It hints at the idea that alcohol serves as a temporary remedy, albeit not a healthy one.

The verses further delve into the singer's dependency on alcohol as a coping mechanism. The reference to people they drink with not really knowing them compares them to the superficial interactions with waitstaff on one's birthday at a chain restaurant like Chili's. They feel alone and long for a deep connection, emphasizing their desire to have "my baby back" but it is ambiguous whether this refers to a romantic partner or a metaphorical symbol of stability.

Overall, the song portrays the singer's struggle with personal problems and their reliance on alcohol to numb the pain and find temporary solace. It explores themes of emotional vulnerability, escapism, and the longing for genuine human connection.

Line by Line Meaning

YOU CALL ME CRYIN
When you reach out to me in distress

WHAT IF I TELL YOU SOMETHING THAT MAKES YOU FEEL WORSE?
Imagine if I were to share something that worsens your emotions

BARELY SURVIVING, SO WHATEVER I'M ADVISING
I'm just barely managing to get by, so whatever advice I offer

DO THE REVERSE
You should do the opposite of what I suggest

WHEN YOU'RE HAVING PANIC ATTACKS, I'M ILL EQUIPPED
When you experience anxiety and panic attacks, I am not equipped to help you

JUST A PAT ON THE BACK, AVOID EYE CONTACT
I can only offer a reassuring pat on the back and avoid making direct eye contact

THEN TAKE A CRACK AT THESE RUMPLEMINTZ
Instead, try these shots of Rumplemintz as a way to cope

I GOT PROBLEMS, WE GOT BLUE RIBBONS
I have my own issues and struggles, but we are recognized for our achievements

I GOT ISSUES, WE GOT SOME GREY GOOSE
I have personal difficulties, but we have some Grey Goose vodka to drown our sorrows

I GOT FEARS (HELL YEAH)
I have fears, and it's undeniable

WELL WE'VE ALL CRIED TEARS
Well, we have all shed tears

BUT BAD NEWS GOES DOWN BETTER WITH A BEER
However, receiving bad news is easier to handle when accompanied by a beer

THE PEOPLE I DRINK WITH DON'T REALLY KNOW ME
The individuals I drink with don't truly understand who I am

THEY'RE LIKE THE WAITSTAFF ON YOUR BIRTHDAY AT CHILI'S
They are similar to the restaurant waitstaff on your birthday at Chili's

THEY'RE FORCED TO SING HAPPY BIRTHDAY
They are obligated to sing 'Happy Birthday'

THEY'RE FORCED TO CHEER AND CLAP
They are obliged to cheer and clap

WHEN THEY LEAVE, YOU'RE ALL ALONE
But when they depart, you are left alone

I JUST WANT MY BABY BACK
I simply desire the return of my loved one

BARKEEP ASKS ME WHAT TO DRINK, I TELL HIM
The bartender inquires about my drink preference, and I inform him

WHISKY RYE
I request whisky rye

BARKEEP ASKS ME WHAT TO DRINK
The bartender questions my choice of beverage

BUT HE NEVER ASKS ME WHY
However, he never inquires about the reason or purpose behind it

I COULD SHOOT FOR THE MOON
I could aim for great success

I COULD LAND AMONGST THE STARS
Or I may achieve some level of success

I SHOT FOR MY HOUSE, BUT I SLEPT IN MY CAR
Instead, I aimed for something more modest, but ended up in a less desirable situation

I GOT PROBLEMS, WE ALL GOT EM
I have personal issues, but we all have our share of problems

I GOT ISSUES, HEY MAN, WE LOVE YOU
I have my own troubles, but hey, we care about you

I GOT FEARS - WELL, WE'VE ALL CRIED TEARS
I have fears, and well, we have all shed tears

BUT BAD NEWS GOES DOWN BETTER WITH A BEER
However, receiving bad news is easier to handle when accompanied by a beer

Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: ARION CHAMBERLAIN, DYLAN WACHMAN, ERIK BUTTON, LUKE GUNN, TOMMY MCPHAIL

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Ska Tune Network

3y↑23

👀👀👀🔥🔥🔥🔥✨✨✨

Zane Ridings

Your cutout should have been skankin' in a Hawaiian shirt. Still the dopest cameo you've ever made.

Camnarok

3y↑1

you're usually way better in skits/music videos, idk something was off about your performance, you were kinda flat and way less animated

alexrayeditz

I knew that was u on one of the cardboard cutouts

qxANGELxp

3y↑1

Hey, I recognize you.
SKA NEEDS HORNS!!

NoUnboundFreedom

3y↑4

Love you guys! So glad to see you’re still blessing us with new music!

Aurora Figueroa-benetti

3y↑3

This is hitting the spot during 2:00 am breakdown. Love you guys.

AceOfHearts

It’s the vibes :/

Caleb Lail

3y↑1

AGHHH I love this song!! Glad to see it has a recording now!!

Adam

3y↑10

WTF is up with the dislikes? Dollar signs are the shit

IWillSurviveTheHighFive CauseIAmResilient

It could be because it's a bit different from their older stuff. They wrote songs before that are slower, but still had that raw punk feel. When I clicked on this video I expected something else - more punk rock than pseudo punk rock like The World/Inferno Friendship Society/Jeff Rosenstock. It's not a bad song, but some people might get upset when their favourite band changes its style a bit.

SpaceButler01

Love the single and the video! Real excited for what's coming

qxANGELxp

3y↑1

Eric, you grew a beard. Now you're a mature musician with some achievements under his belt who's "just getting started" with his career.
Much love. 🖤⚡💲⚡

Tyler Defiance

3y↑2

AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAH THIS CAME OUT SO GOOD!!!!!

Alex Cason

This is lovely!

Halfpint

Y'all are the new Bomb the Music Industry, and I'm thankful that this void has been filled <3

Zane Ridings

Eric definitely has Jeff energy.

Austin Fiske69

This is beautiful

Wil Brown

3y↑8

Dollar Signs on Pure Noise? Hey, that's alright.

Charlie

3y↑4

I'm getting a very old timey song vibe from this. Yah dah Dat daaaah. Yah dah dat daah. I like.

-love Charlie

NotMe54323

If it were toned down 70% it could be a frickin show tune!

M Figs

3y↑6

Former bartender here with an important message: If your barkeep doesn't ask you why you're drinking find a new bar. That's half of his or her job. The other half is keeping your mind off of that answer!