The band's label, Jade Tree Records, also put out a compilation of rare and live material, Cheap Shots, Youth Anthems, in September 2003, which also featured a teaser DVD for a forthcoming live DVD that will include footage from the band's 2003 reunion shows for the Syrentha Savio Endowment charity.
In 2005, the band played a reunion show as a benefit for New York City's historic CBGB venue on August 22, 2005. The opening bands were Take My Chances (ex-The Backup Plan), Voice in the Wire, and Grey Area (whose lead singer joined Kid Dynamite for the song "Birthday" which is a cover of a song by Token Entry, the singer from Grey Area's old band). The band jokingly came up with a new "song" during the soundcheck called "Whoa Dave Can You Hear Me"; in which they tested out their equipment to see if everything was set up properly while Jason Shevchuk screamed "Whoa Dave can you hear me" over and over.
Four Years In One Gulp, a DVD documentary on the band, was released on February 21, 2006. Along with commentary and history of the band, it includes 25 live performances throughout the band's lifetime. Carry the Torch: A Tribute to Kid Dynamite was released by Get Outta Town Records in 2009, after originally being planned for release in 2007. The album contains covers of every song, that were both written and recorded by Kid Dynamite as interpreted by other punk and hardcore bands.
The band has performed other reunion shows at "This Is Hardcore" fest in 2010, and "Fuck Yeah Fest" in Los Angeles, on September 3, 2011, The Fest 10 in Gainesville, Florida and FunFunFunFest 2011 in Austin, Texas.
In 2013, the band officially announced they were breaking up. They played their last shows at This Is Hardcore Fest in Philadelphia and in New York with Swearin’ and Joyce Manor.
Out There
Kid Dynamite Lyrics
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The streets are crowded with no personality
To see a different side you can run but you can never hide from fate
Run out of time
Run out of time
The future's right before your eyes
Your will is your protection
Somebody sleeps alone tonight
Ignore an offer because no one's trustworthy
You're riding high despite
Lack of emotion sets the tone for apathy
Think for yourself
Jaded moments
Idle hands
Making plans that soon fall through
Is this what indifference means to you?
Hey you
It's fucking weird out there tonight
They try to kill you with their curiosity
Is there a brighter side?
You'll never know unless you understand yourself
The lyrics to Kid Dynamite’s song “Out There” express the singer’s unique perspective of the world around him. He describes the streets as crowded, with no personality, implying that people around him blend together and lack individuality. The singer then warns that no matter what people do to try to escape, they can never escape fate. He also emphasizes the importance of introspection and individuality in the face of an apathetic and superficial culture.
The lyric “run out of time” serves as a haunting refrain that emphasizes the urgency and inevitability of these observations. The singer warns against blindly following the crowd or trusting anyone who offers help because no one is trustworthy. Despite this message of caution, the song also encourages listeners to stay strong in the face of adversity and to find their own inner strength. This message is exemplified when the singer states “your will is your protection”.
Overall, the lyrics to “Out There” provide a thoughtful commentary on the state of society and the importance of individuality and introspection. The song encourages listeners to question the superficial aspects of culture and to seek meaning in their own lives.
Line by Line Meaning
It's fucking weird out there tonight
The world is a strange and unsettling place at the moment
The streets are crowded with no personality
The crowds seem to lack individuality and are devoid of any unique characteristics
To see a different side you can run but you can never hide from fate
Trying to escape reality is impossible, and people must face their destiny
Run out of time
Time is running out, and people must act quickly
Run out of time
Time is running out, and people must act quickly
The future's right before your eyes
The future is easily predictable and within reach
So look inside. Run out of time
Take a hard look at oneself before it's too late
Your will is your protection
One's perseverance and determination serve as defense mechanisms
Somebody sleeps alone tonight
One person is feeling isolated and alone
Ignore an offer because no one's trustworthy
Distrust and apathy have led to a lack of interest in trustworthy offers
You're riding high despite
Despite any obstacles, one is succeeding
Lack of emotion sets the tone for apathy
Not feeling any strong emotions creates indifference and lack of interest
Think for yourself
One should develop their own thoughts and ideas
Jaded moments
Moments of disillusionment and bitterness
Idle hands
Boredom and inactivity lead to negative thoughts
Making plans that soon fall through
Plans and goals that never come to fruition
Is this what indifference means to you?
Is this the type of lack of interest and concern that one desires?
Hey you
A direct address to the listener, inviting them to pay attention
It's fucking weird out there tonight
A repetition emphasizing the strange and unsettling nature of the world
They try to kill you with their curiosity
People can sometimes be too nosy and intrusive, causing harm
Is there a brighter side?
Is there a more positive outlook to be had?
You'll never know unless you understand yourself
A better life and perspective can only be achieved through self-understanding
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Denis Buckley, Dan Wlekinski, John Carroll
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Ryan Redwine
Ahhh, this one fueled my workouts, skateboarding sessions, snowboarding sessions, aggressive inline sessions, and my life back in the 90's , the glory days are gone my friends, but the music will never die. Thank God for You Tube, keeping the music that we love alive!
Louis Lingg and the Bombs
as close to perfection as the genre has ever gotten! A masterpeice!
Brett Bewley
This album is clearly still the bomb... shits. the shit. bomb.
dope tight
No Approval Needed
1 of the best Hardcore Punk albums of all time. Yeah..I know there has been a bunch and that's a bold statement to make, but Kid Dynamite was amazing..this and the self titled are just brilliant. So many great aspects to love but for me it's all Shevchuk's vocals..gotta be some of the best punk vocals I've ever heard.
David Houghton
Def a good album ! but man why did Lifetime break up LOL.
pdnapora
I'm with you on that.
Serpico's Beard
The drums on this album are fucking perfect.
Ignacio Acevedo
Este disco es precioso de principio a fin.
Dumpster Fire
One of my favorite bands in high school. Still love it
Nicolas Araya
I used to have this album in cassette! I never saw it again until now!