Guitarist Walter Schreifels' later musical endeavors include Quicksand, Rival Schools, and Walking Concert. Frontman Civ became the singer for eponymic hardcore punk group CIV and is currently the owner of a New York City tattoo studio called Lotus Tattoos.
Gorilla Biscuits disbanded around 1991. They reformed for a benefit show at CBGB's, New York, in 1997 and August 14,2005.
They did a nationwide reunion tour in 2006, playing almost every song they wrote at every show. In 2007 they did a month-long European tour.
No Reason Why
Gorilla Biscuits Lyrics
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I go down to the matinee such stupid shit I see as middle class suburban kids grubbin money off of me Tough guys starin pickin fights with new kids & with old These attitudes help nobody the guilty should be told and we'll tell 'em
No Reason Why - to beat up on a poser skin No Reason Why - to keep the little kids from getting in No Reason Why - to take advantage of the people you know No Reason Why - there's just no reason why.
The lyrics of "No Reason Why" by Gorilla Biscuits offer a straightforward critique of the hostile and judgmental behavior exhibited by some members of the punk and hardcore scenes. The song opens with the singer feeling harassed by someone who is constantly questioning his intentions and actions, and expressing a desire to be left alone until he completes whatever he's up to. The next verse finds him at a corner store with his friends, watching them get high on drugs and expressing a sense of despair that this cycle of behavior seems to have no end.
From there, the singer heads to a "matinee" show, where he witnesses a scene that he perceives as hypocritical and counterproductive. He sees "middle class suburban kids" who are supposedly rebelling against societal norms, but are actually just exploiting the punk scene for personal gain. He also observes clashes between different factions of punks, including "tough guys" who are looking for fights with both newcomers and established members of the scene. The chorus of the song repeats the phrase "No Reason Why" in reference to these negative and harmful behaviors, suggesting that there is no justification for treating others with disrespect or perpetuating a toxic culture.
Overall, "No Reason Why" serves as a call to action for punk and hardcore fans to reject the worst aspects of their scenes and build a positive, inclusive community. The song's lyrics are relatively simple and direct, but they contain a powerful message that has resonated with generations of punk fans.
Line by Line Meaning
You're always on my back about what I mean to do and all your talk is bothering me just wait until I'm through
You incessantly criticize and pressure me about my actions, causing me frustration. Please give me some space and time to complete what I am doing.
I walk down to the corner store to catch up with my friends. They're puffin smoke high on dope, will this shit ever end?
I visit the local market to meet my friends, only to find them smoking weed to get high. Will this harmful addiction ever come to an end?
I go down to the matinee such stupid shit I see as middle class suburban kids grubbin money off of me Tough guys starin pickin fights with new kids & with old These attitudes help nobody the guilty should be told and we'll tell 'em
I attend the daytime movie where I witness oblivious, entitled suburban kids making profits off of me. While aggressive bullies start fights with both new and old individuals, these hostile acts only harm others. We must intervene and expose the perpetrators of these harmful actions.
No Reason Why - to beat up on a poser skin No Reason Why - to keep the little kids from getting in No Reason Why - to take advantage of the people you know No Reason Why - there's just no reason why.
There is no valid reason to physically attack someone who is pretending to be a part of a certain group or subculture. There is no valid reason to prevent young, innocent children from attending a certain event or place. There is no valid reason to exploit or manipulate individuals whom you are familiar with, and there ultimately isn't a justification for any harmful behavior.
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