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).
Skins Punx and Drunx
Lars Frederiksen and the Bastards Lyrics
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Vietnamese and the Mexicans,
Your parents fuckin' hate me you know I hate them too.
I roll with the freaks and the misfits, every colour's in my crew.
I'm down with S.P.D. [x2]
So don't you fuck with me!!
Don't fuck with me man!
I never knew my father, barely knew his name,
he left my mother alone, I took the blame.
Black, white, yellow and brown kids, mowhawks of green.
If you're claiming S.P.D., then your on my team!
I'm down with S.P.D. [x2]
So don't you fuck with me!
Don't fuck with me man!
The lyrics of "Skins Punx and Drunx" by Lars Frederiksen and the Bastards reflect on the experiences of the artist growing up with friends from different racial backgrounds. He mentions his friendships with black, Vietnamese, and Mexican individuals, highlighting the diversity within his crew. However, he also mentions how the parents of his friends hate him, and in turn, he hates them too. This could be seen as a commentary on the notion of racism being taught and passed down through generations. The artist also mentions not knowing his father and taking the blame for his mother being alone. This could be interpreted as a personal reflection on his own struggles growing up and feeling like an outsider.
The chorus "I'm down with S.P.D. / So don't you fuck with me / Don't fuck with me man!" serves as a rallying cry for the artist's crew and a warning to others not to mess with them. S.P.D. most likely refers to the "Skins, Punx, and Drunx" lifestyle and community, which values rebellion and camaraderie. The song overall celebrates friendship and loyalty, even in the face of adversity and societal norms.
Line by Line Meaning
I grew up with black kids, I call 'em my friends,
I was raised around people of color, who I consider my close friends,
Vietnamese and the Mexicans,
I also have close Vietnamese and Mexican friends,
Your parents fuckin' hate me you know I hate them too.
Despite prejudices from others, I stand up for myself and my friends and hold a resentment towards those who hold prejudice against us,
I roll with the freaks and the misfits, every colour's in my crew.
I associate myself with the outcasts and people who don't fit in, regardless of their ethnicity,
I'm down with S.P.D. [x2]
I align myself with the group called S.P.D. (Skins, Punx, and Drunx),
So don't you fuck with me!!
Do not mess with me or my beliefs,
Don't fuck with me man!
Seriously, do not mess with me!
I never knew my father, barely knew his name,
I didn't have a strong father figure growing up,
he left my mother alone, I took the blame.
His absence caused strain on my family and I bore the brunt of the negative effects,
Black, white, yellow and brown kids, mowhawks of green.
I don't discriminate against anyone and my diverse group of friends includes those with wild hairstyles as well,
If you're claiming S.P.D., then your on my team!
If you also associate yourself with S.P.D., we share a common cause and are allies,
Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing
Written by: Lars Frederiksen, Timothy Armstrong
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