The band's first two albums, Unstuck in Time (1990) and It's Lonely at the Bottom (1992), were released independently. Then, the band signed a licensing deal with BYO and two albums with this label, Elimination (1994) and 13 Kiddie Favorites (1995), all featuring the same pure punk sound, unsullied by the glam rock that was all the rage in L.A. at the time. BYO also released It's Lonely at the Bottom/Unstuck in Time, a repackaging of their first two albums. Jughead's Revenge parted ways with BYO and signed with Dexter Holland (from The Offspring)'s Nitro Records, then released three more albums with this label, Image Is Everything (1996), Just Joined (1998) and Pearly Gates (1999), before (officially) splitting up in April 2001.
In 2005, Joey Rimicci, Brian Priess and Andy Alverez recruited Bob Oedy for the reunion of Glue Gun. The band is supposedly gearing up for their third studio release, which is due for release sometime in 2007. Currently, members of the most successful line-up of Jughead's Revenge, Rimicci, Preiss and Thornton, are back together under the name Kill Detail and recently posted a new song at Myspace.
Make a Wish
Jughead's Revenge Lyrics
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i waited all week long
to see them dim the lights
not a chord was wrong
when we're standing
there hand in hand
up against the stage
rockin' to our favorite band
if i could make a wish
i'd always want to be here again
it makes it hard to listen
of what i thought was missing
since you have been around
it's too easy to laugh at ourselves
no matter how long that it takes
before the sunrise
setting of sparks life
that glass that we break
i hope i remember this in
the way we see it now
do you know what i mean
the words that you sing to me
are some of the only logical
things i can see
like a prayer gone by
a ringing in my ears
some kind of lullaby
The song "Make a Wish" by Jughead's Revenge is a nostalgic and reflective song that takes the listener on a journey through time. The first verse describes the excitement and anticipation of attending a favorite band's concert. The lyrics describe the joy of being close to the stage, the perfect performance of the band, and the shared experience of music with a loved one. The chorus emphasizes the desire to relive this experience and the sentimentality that accompanies it. The second verse switches focus to reflect on how the presence of someone special has made life easier to handle. The words that are spoken or sung by this person provide a sense of comfort and clarity which the singer finds logical and soothing. The final lines of the song present a metaphorical image of a prayer and a lullaby, with the ringing of the words still echoing in the singer's ears long after they have been spoken or sung.
In essence, the song is about cherishing the moments of our lives that are meaningful to us and finding comfort and solace in them. It suggests that when things get tough, it is important to remember the good times and the people who have made our lives richer. The lyrics are universal, and the song is relatable to anyone who has experienced the power of music or the importance of a special relationship in their life.
Line by Line Meaning
This couldn't be more right
The current moment is perfect and everything is going according to plan.
I waited all week long to see them dim the lights
I looked forward to this event all week and can't wait for it to start.
Not a chord was wrong
The music played was flawless and impressive in every aspect.
When we're standing there, hand in hand, up against the stage, rockin' to our favorite band
Being together and enjoying the music is an amazing experience.
They played our favorite songs
The band played the songs which resonate with us the most.
If I could make a wish, I'd always want to be here again
Being here is such an incredible experience that I'd always want to repeat it given a chance.
It makes it hard to listen of what I thought was missing
The experience is so amazing that it's difficult to focus on anything else that could make it better.
Since you have been around, it's too easy to laugh at ourselves
Being together makes it effortless to enjoy each other's company and joke around.
No matter how long that it takes before the sunrise
The night can go on for as long as necessary and we'll still be enjoying ourselves.
Setting off sparks like that glass that we break
The excitement and energy at the concert is like breaking glass and creating sparks.
I hope I remember this in the way we see it now
I want to keep this experience in mind and remember it forever just as it is in this moment.
Do you know what I mean? The words that you sing to me are some of the only logical things I can see
Your words make sense to me and resonate with me deeply as they are the only rational thing I can perceive in this moment.
Like a prayer gone by, a ringing in my ears, some kind of lullaby
The experience is like a distant memory and a melody that echoes in my mind like a soothing lullaby.
Contributed by Kayla G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.