JFA (Jodie Foster's Army) is a hardcore punk band, born in 1981 out of Ariz… Read Full Bio ↴JFA (Jodie Foster's Army) is a hardcore punk band, born in 1981 out of Arizona and Southern California skateboard culture. The original members include Brian Brannon (vocals), Don "Redondo" Pendleton (guitar), Michael Cornelius (bass), and Mike "Bam-Bam" Sversvold (drums). Alan Bishop of Sun City Girls also played bass for awhile. The band was pivotal in the development of the skate punk and Skate Rock scenes. Over the years, the lineup has included many bass players and drummers but the core of Brannon and Pendleton has remained constant.

JFA was formed around March of 1981. Pendleton, then in the band The Deez and Cornelius, then in the band Jr. Chemists, knew each other from shows around Phoenix, Arizona and from skateboarding. They began playing together after a D.O.A. concert during the band's Hardcore 81 tour. Bam-Bam later joined after meeting Pendleton at an "Industrial Dance" in Phoenix, and bestowed the moniker on the band, which is a reference to his second-cousin's, John Hinckley, Jr., attempted assassination of Ronald Reagan.

The band's first show was opening for Black Flag at an Industrial Dance which was one of a series of early Phoenix punk shows. Their first song of the night was Pipetruck.

Placebo Records released their debut EP "Out Of School" in late 1981. The band toured the west extensively and played many local shows. Their first national tour was in the summer of 1983 following the release of their first album "Valley ot the Yakes".

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I don't like you
JFA Lyrics

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I don't like you
I don't like you
I don't like you
I don't like you
The way you walk
The way you talk
Because you lose
The way you use

The way you are
Expensive cars
Blow dried hair

You never cared
You, you, you, you!

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of JFA's song "I Don't Like You" are straightforward and confrontational. The repetition of "I don't like you" serves as a clear message that the subject of the song is not liked by the singer. The following lines elaborate on why the singer dislikes this person- the way they walk and talk, the fact that they lose (presumably in some sort of competition or argument), and the way they use things- possibly implying a sense of entitlement. The lines "the way you are/expensive cars/blow dried hair/you never cared" could suggest that the person is superficial or materialistic, and does not care for others. The song is propelled by a sense of resentment and even anger, the singer does not hold back their feelings.

This song could be interpreted in various ways- it could be seen as a personal vendetta against an individual, or a commentary on a broader societal issue. The line "you never cared" could be a reference to a lack of empathy or concern for others, which is not an uncommon trait in society today. The focus on external attributes such as cars and hair could also speak to the pressure to conform to certain standards of appearance in society. Ultimately, the song is a direct and unapologetic expression of dislike towards a certain person or attitude.

Line by Line Meaning

I don't like you
I have a strong dislike for you

I don't like you
I really can't stand you

I don't like you
I truly despise you

I don't like you
I have a huge aversion towards you

The way you walk
Your manner of walking is displeasing to me

The way you talk
I find the way you speak unpleasant

Because you lose
You are defeated or unsuccessful

The way you use
I disapprove of how you utilize things

The way you are
I don't like your personality or behavior

Expensive cars
I'm not fond of your fancy cars

Blow dried hair
Your styled hair doesn't impress me