The band members were Lars Frederiksen (vocals and lead guitar), Gordy (also credited as "Unknown Bastard") (vocals), Big Jay Bastard (bass), Craig Leg (rhythm guitar) and Scott Abels (also credited as "Skatty Punk Rock") (drums). Whilst Craig did not appear on the first album, he has always been a touring member of the band.
Both the untitled debut and the second effort 'Viking' have been produced by Tim Armstrong (Rancid, Operation Ivy, The Transplants).
Marie Marie
Lars Frederiksen and the Bastards Lyrics
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Marie-Marie, playin' guitar on the back porch
I sit in my car
Oh, while she sings so sad, Marie-Marie
Marie-Marie, it's so lonely in these farmlands
Please come with me
To the bright lights down town, Marie-Marie
I said, hey pretty girl, don't you understand
I just want to be your lovin' man
Marie-Marie, the sun is down in the cornfield
The evening is dark
And you sing so sad Marie-Marie
Watch me boys, watch me!
Marie-Marie, I got two weeks in back pay
There's gas in my car
And your folks say I must go, Marie-Marie
I said, hey pretty girl, don't you understand
I just want to be your lovin' man
Marie-Marie, playin' guitar on the back porch
I leave in my car
Oh, while you sing so sad, Marie-Marie
Watch me boys, watch me now!!
The song "Marie Marie" by Lars Frederiksen and the Bastards is actually a cover version of a song originally by the band The Blasters. The lyrics speak of a man who is captivated by Marie-Marie, who plays guitar on her back porch in the farmlands. The singer sits in his car, listening to her sing and feeling lonely. He invites her to leave with him for the bright lights of the city, but her family insists he leaves. The singer still wants to be her "lovin' man" and watches her play guitar one last time before leaving.
The song has a nostalgic feel to it, as if the singer is reminiscing on a past love or perhaps a moment of youthful longing. The repetition of Marie-Marie's name in the chorus creates a sense of familiarity and comfort, as if she is a familiar figure to the singer, even if she doesn't know him. The guitar riff played throughout the song is also an important feature, emphasizing the importance of music in the singer's life and perhaps hinting at the healing power of music in moments of loneliness.
Overall, "Marie Marie" is a simple but powerful song about longing, desire, and the hope that a connection can be made between two people despite the odds. It's a timeless tale that speaks to anyone who has ever felt the ache of unrequited love or the desire to escape a life that feels stagnant.
Line by Line Meaning
Marie-Marie, playin' guitar on the back porch
Describing a woman named Marie-Marie, playing a guitar on the back porch.
I sit in my car
The singer is sitting in his car, possibly watching Marie-Marie play.
Oh, while she sings so sad, Marie-Marie
Marie-Marie is singing a sad song while playing her guitar.
Marie-Marie, it's so lonely in these farmlands
The artist is telling Marie-Marie that it is lonely in the farmland they're in.
Please come with me
He invites Marie-Marie to come with him.
To the bright lights down town, Marie-Marie
He wants to take her to a city with bright lights and excitement.
I said, hey pretty girl, don't you understand
The singer is addressing Marie-Marie and asking if she understands what he is saying.
I just want to be your lovin' man
He just wants to be Marie-Marie's loving partner.
Marie-Marie, the sun is down in the cornfield
The sun is setting in the cornfield they're in.
The evening is dark
It is getting dark and the night is beginning.
And you sing so sad Marie-Marie
Marie-Marie continues to sing a sad song.
Watch me boys, watch me!
This line seems to be a transition or warning before the next verse.
Marie-Marie, I got two weeks in back pay
The singer has money now, with two weeks' worth of back pay.
There's gas in my car
He has also filled up his car with gas.
And your folks say I must go, Marie-Marie
Marie-Marie's parents or guardians want the singer to leave.
I said, hey pretty girl, don't you understand
The artist is repeating his earlier statement to Marie-Marie.
I just want to be your lovin' man
He is expressing his desire to be Marie-Marie's partner again.
Marie-Marie, playin' guitar on the back porch
The song ends by returning to the image of Marie-Marie playing guitar on the back porch.
I leave in my car
The singer leaves in his car, possibly leaving Marie-Marie behind.
Oh, while you sing so sad, Marie-Marie
Marie-Marie continues to sing a melancholic tune.
Watch me boys, watch me now!!
Another transition or warning at the end of the song.
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Sunnyvale Drunk668
Probably the best cover Lars has ever done...this is for the blasters!!!
Lucybaby666
What a great song!
Vanspecial
Great cover of The Blasters song!
shanetones
great song
Jose Gonzalez
great covers
vlad luck
marie marie ya fucking drive my car