The band put out a series of EPs and was signed by Rancid frontman Tim Armstrong's label Hellcat Records. In 1998, the Dropkick Murphys released their first full-length album, Do Or Die. Lead singer Mike McColgan, who left the band later that year, was replaced by The Bruisers lead singer Al Barr. In 1999, they released their followup album, The Gang's All Here. In 2001, they released their third album, Sing Loud, Sing Proud. The album showcased the group’s developing sound and included collaborations with The Pogues' frontman Shane MacGowan and Cock Sparrer's Colin McFaull. It also marked a significant lineup change for the band. Original guitarist Rick Barton was replaced by former The Ducky Boys' guitarists James Lynch and Marc Orrell; instruments were added and played by new members Ryan Foltz and Spicy McHaggis.
The Dropkick Murphys' next album, Blackout, was released in 2003. The new album included the radio hit "Walk Away," as well as the songs "Fields of Athenry" and "The Dirty Glass." The latter features female vocals by Stephanie Dougherty (Deadly Sins). Around the same time, the band released a re-working of the Boston Red Sox anthem "Tessie," which then became the official song of the team's 2004 World Series run. "Tessie" was also used throughout the major motion picture Fever Pitch and was included on the EA Sports MVP Baseball 2005 soundtrack. In 2005, the Dropkick Murphys released Singles Collection Volume 2, featuring covers, B-sides, and other material that didn't make it onto previous albums, and the band contributed a recording of "We Got the Power" to Rock Against Bush, Volume 2.
The Dropkick Murphys' fifth studio album, The Warrior's Code, was released on June 21, 2005. It features the singles "Sunshine Highway," "The Walking Dead," "The Warrior's Code," as well as the bonus track "Tessie." It also includes a song that was inspired by a Woody Guthrie poem, which the group named "I'm Shipping Up to Boston." The song was featured in Martin Scorsese's 2006 film The Departed. Scorsese mentioned the band in an interview after winning his first Oscar.
The Dropkick Murphys released their sixth studio album, The Meanest of Times, on September 18, 2007. It was their first release not on the Hellcat Records label but instead on the label Born & Bred.
In early 2008, Marc Orrell left the band. Thereupon Tim Brennan, who had been playing mandolin, accordion, banjo, tin whistle, and guitar for the band since 2004, replaced Orrell on lead guitar. Tim's previous musical duties were taken over by Jeff DaRosa, former member of The Vigilante and Pinkerton Thugs.
In September of 2022, This Machine Still Kills Fascists was released. It's an acoustic album with unused words and lyrics written by Woody Guthrie, selected and given to the band to use by Guthrie's daughter Nora. It did not feature Al Barr, who was on hiatus for family matters.
The band will release their twelfth album, Okemah Rising, on May 12, 2023. The album was recorded during the same sessions for This Machine Still Kills Facists and like that album will feature songs using the unused lyrics by Woody Guthrie. The album was preceded by the singles "I Know How it Feels" on March 1, 2023, and "Gotta Get to Peekskill" (featuring Violent Femmes) on March 30, 2023.
Studio albums
Do or Die (1998)
The Gang's All Here (1999)
Sing Loud, Sing Proud! (2001)
Blackout (2003)
The Warrior's Code (2005)
The Meanest of Times (2007)
Going Out in Style (2011)
Signed and Sealed in Blood (2013)
11 Short Stories of Pain & Glory (2017)
Turn Up That Dial (2021)
This Machine Still Kills Fascists (2022)
Okemah Rising (2023)
Time to Go
Dropkick Murphys Lyrics
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Old-time hockey, bar the door
Clear the track it's all-out war
Light the lamp, throw a hit
Black and gold never quit
The barn is full, our team's in town
So put 'em up boys, knock 'em out (knock 'em down)
Drop the puck, it's time to go (time to go)
Bust outta work, it's quarter-past five
Time to round up the gang
and take the Red to the Orange line
Head for the street and the Causeway crowd
You can feel it in the air, when the team's in town
Rancourt's ready, it's time to take to the ice
So tie down the jersey 'cause it could get ugly tonight
Top corner, five hole, off the post and in
On a quest for the cup, and we're ready to win
Go! Go! Black and gold!
Drop the puck, it's time to go
The song "Time to Go" by Dropkick Murphys is an ode to the sport of hockey, specifically the Boston Bruins. The opening lines of "Go! Go! Black and gold!" serve as a rallying cry for fans of the Bruins, whose team colors are black and gold. The lyrics continue with references to the physical and aggressive nature of the sport ("Old-time hockey, bar the door/Clear the track it's all-out war/Light the lamp, throw a hit") and the determination and perseverance of the Bruins team ("Black and gold never quit").
The second verse describes the excitement of fans as they leave work and head to the arena to watch a game. The reference to taking the Red to the Orange line is a nod to the T (short for the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority or MBTA), which is the public transit system in Boston that many Bruins fans use to get to the arena. The chorus repeats the earlier lines, further emphasizing the idea that it's time to get ready for a great game.
The bridge of the song pays tribute to Rene Rancourt, who was the Boston Bruins' anthem singer at the time the song was released. His dramatic performances of the national anthem before games would often energize the crowd and players alike. The lyrics also mention the team's quest for the Stanley Cup, the trophy awarded to the winner of the NHL playoffs.
Overall, "Time to Go" is a rousing and uplifting tribute to the sport of hockey and the Boston Bruins in particular. With its catchy chorus and energetic music style, the song has become a popular anthem at Bruins games and a favorite of fans.
Line by Line Meaning
Go! Go! Black and gold!
Cheering for the Boston Bruins, whose colors are black and gold
Old-time hockey, bar the door
An old-fashioned style of hockey where players were more physical and the defense would protect their goal at all costs
Clear the track it's all-out war
Clear the path, it's going to be a fierce and intense competition
Light the lamp, throw a hit
Score a goal and deliver a hard hit to the opposing team
Black and gold never quit
The Bruins never give up, even when they're behind in the game
The barn is full, our team's in town
The arena is packed with fans, and the Boston Bruins are playing at home
So put 'em up boys, knock 'em out (knock 'em down)
Get ready to fight, and knock the other team out
Drop the puck, it's time to go (time to go)
The game is about to start, it's time to get ready to play hockey
Bust outta work, it's quarter-past five
Leave work, it's 5:15 PM
Time to round up the gang and take the Red to the Orange line
Meet up with friends and take the subway from the Red Line to the Orange Line to go to the game
Head for the street and the Causeway crowd
Go to Causeway Street where the TD Garden arena is located and join the crowd of fans
You can feel it in the air, when the team's in town
You can sense the excitement and anticipation when the Bruins are playing at home
Rancourt's ready, it's time to take to the ice
The national anthem singer, Rene Rancourt, is ready to perform, and it's time for the players to enter the ice
So tie down the jersey 'cause it could get ugly tonight
Get ready for a physical game, and prepare for possible fighting
Top corner, five hole, off the post and in
A perfect shot that hits the top corner or goes through the five-hole of the goalie and goes in the net after hitting the post
On a quest for the cup, and we're ready to win
The Bruins are aiming to win the Stanley Cup, and they're prepared to do everything it takes to achieve it
Lyrics © SPIRIT TWO SMA
Written by: ALEXANDER BARR, JAMES P. LYNCH, KENNETH W. CASEY, MARC JOHN ORRELL, MATHEW E. KELLY
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@Miggo9000
[Chorus]
Go! Go! Black and gold!
Old-time hockey, bar the door
Clear the track it's all-out war
Light the lamp, throw a hit
Black and gold never quit
The barn is full, our team's in town
So put 'em up boys, knock 'em down
Drop the puck, it's time to go, time to go
[Verse 1]
Bust outta work, it's a quarter past five
Time to round up the gang
And take the Red to the Orange line
Head for the street and the Causeway crowd
You can feel it in the air, when the team's in town
[Chorus]
Go! Go! Black and gold!
Old-time hockey, bar the door
Clear the track it's all-out war
Light the lamp, throw a hit
Black and gold never quit
The barn is full, our team's in town
So put 'em up boys, knock 'em down
Drop the puck, it's time to go, time to go
[Verse 2]
Rancourt's ready, it's time to take to the ice
So tie down the jersey cause it could get ugly tonight
Top corner, five hole, off the post and in
On a quest for the cup, and we're ready to win
[Chorus]
Go! Go! Black and gold!
Old-time hockey, bar the door
Clear the track it's all-out war
Light the lamp, throw a hit
Black and gold never quit
The barn is full, our team's in town
So put 'em up boys, knock 'em down
Drop the puck, it's time to go
[Instrumental Break]
Go! Go! Black and gold!
[Solo]
Drop the puck, it's time to go, time to go
@alexsanchez2785
I haven't heard this one in a fat min and the initial tune gave me Goosebumps
@Miggo9000
[Chorus]
Go! Go! Black and gold!
Old-time hockey, bar the door
Clear the track it's all-out war
Light the lamp, throw a hit
Black and gold never quit
The barn is full, our team's in town
So put 'em up boys, knock 'em down
Drop the puck, it's time to go, time to go
[Verse 1]
Bust outta work, it's a quarter past five
Time to round up the gang
And take the Red to the Orange line
Head for the street and the Causeway crowd
You can feel it in the air, when the team's in town
[Chorus]
Go! Go! Black and gold!
Old-time hockey, bar the door
Clear the track it's all-out war
Light the lamp, throw a hit
Black and gold never quit
The barn is full, our team's in town
So put 'em up boys, knock 'em down
Drop the puck, it's time to go, time to go
[Verse 2]
Rancourt's ready, it's time to take to the ice
So tie down the jersey cause it could get ugly tonight
Top corner, five hole, off the post and in
On a quest for the cup, and we're ready to win
[Chorus]
Go! Go! Black and gold!
Old-time hockey, bar the door
Clear the track it's all-out war
Light the lamp, throw a hit
Black and gold never quit
The barn is full, our team's in town
So put 'em up boys, knock 'em down
Drop the puck, it's time to go
[Instrumental Break]
Go! Go! Black and gold!
[Solo]
Drop the puck, it's time to go, time to go
@EthanChase
Great song
@malikjohnston3883
this could never be loud enough. so good.
@user-iz7ji2id7j
When I start a hockey team, I will use this song as our anthem.
@oMvAvMo
one of the most beautiful & less popular song of the drop.
@ericelson2011
its a great song and album
@lanayajordyn9950
Teofilatto Dei Leonzi Yes it rocks Tremendously..Blackout I mean.
@kiiibu89
Hey! Just wanted to thank you guys for this song! This brings back memories of days, WAY past.
When I was holed up in the basement, by myself at 3 a.m, in the dark. Only light was from the tv. And the sounds of skateboard wheels on concrete.
And this.
The soundtrack of my youth.
I was the outcast in my grade at school. The weird "rock/metal/punk-kid" who didn't fit in anywhere. And I didn't want to fit in either. At least not on terms, that weren't mine. I didn't care what my teachers and classmates said. I was going to be me, and if you don't like it. Fine then. You do you then and let's go on our 'merry own ways' and ignore each other in peace. I stuck by that.
And eventually I found people who felt the same way. Who I shared real connections with. People whom I am friends with to this very day. These people in the end paved the road to me finding my current finacé. Who blessed us with a beautiful son a month ago from writing this. I guess what I'm saying is. It's okay to feel left out and pissed about it. To feel like the people around you, don't understand you. And to feel completely alone in this world. We all do at times. But Just keep at it.
The bullshit can only hold you back so much before it gives. And in the end. You'll luck out. I'm sure of it.
Hell. If I can, then anyone can. Peace brother/sis❤
@joquartaro1
Tony Hawk's Underground brought me here. 🔥🤘