After an eighteen-year hiatus, the band announced their 2023 “Summer of Green” Tour, where they’d play the album “Animals” by Pink Floyd in its entirety. The Frog Brigade now features Sean Lennon on guitar, Harry Waters on the keyboard, and Paolo Baldi on drums, with the only original members left being Les Claypool on bass and vocals, Mike Dillon on percussion, and Skerik on the saxophone.
David Makalaster
Les Claypool's Frog Brigade Lyrics
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Your ten o'clock newscaster
And the shit has
Just hit the fan
I'm David Makalaster
Your ten o'clock newscaster
There's a scrouge
The film I'm about to show you
Will fill and overflow you
With a rage that's
Beyond command
I'm David Makalaster
Your ten o'clock newscaster
Good evening and
Here's what's new
Wouldn't it be so nice
To live in a world
Where everything's exactly
How it seems
But we live in a world
Where bastards come along
And piss on your dreams
About the things that make ya happy
The things that make ya smile
Get off your ass
Vengeance is back in style
I'm David Makalaster
Your ten o'clock newscaster
And perhaps you didn't
Hear me right
I'm David Makalaster
Your ten o'clock newscaster
Every man Jack of you
Should volunteer to fight
If I were only ten years younger
I'd slake this vengeful hunges
And rest assured we'd all
Sleep safe tonight
This is David Makalaster
Your ten o'clock newscaster
Good evening and God bless you
Wouldn't it be so nice
To live in a world
Where everything's exactly
How it seems
But we live in a world
Where bastards come along
And piss on your dreams
About the things that make ya happy
The things that make ya smile
Get off your ass
Vengeance is back in style
The song "David Makalaster II" by Les Claypool is a commentary on the state of the world and the role of the media in shaping public perception. The lyrics portray a news anchor named David Makalaster who is reporting on the chaos and destruction that is unfolding. Makalaster is frustrated with the state of the world and is urging people to take action and fight back against those who would take away their happiness and dreams. He sees himself as a catalyst for change, inspiring people to take up the cause of vengeance and fight for what they believe in.
The song is a scathing indictment of the modern media and its role in shaping our perceptions of the world. It highlights the ways in which the media can be used to manipulate public opinion and push political agendas, while also exposing the greed and corruption that underlies much of the news industry. Through the character of David Makalaster, Claypool is urging us to question the information we are being fed and to take responsibility for our own actions and beliefs.
Overall, "David Makalaster II" is a powerful commentary on the state of the world and the role of the media in shaping our perceptions. Through its use of vivid imagery and biting satire, the song urges us to take a critical look at the world around us and to fight for what we believe in.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm David Makalaster
Introducing himself as David Makalaster, the newscaster.
Your ten o'clock newscaster
Further specifying his position as the newscaster who broadcasts at 10 PM.
And the shit has
Indicating that something negative has occurred.
Just hit the fan
Emphasizing that the negative occurrence has reached its peak and consequences will follow.
There's a scrouge
Referring to a negative entity or situation that has arrived.
Trampin' cross our land
Describing the presence of the negative entity or situation across the geographical region.
The film I'm about to show you
Referring to a video or visual content he is about to present to the audience.
Will fill and overflow you
Indicating that the content he is about to present will evoke strong emotions and thoughts in people.
With a rage that's
Describing the intensity of the emotions that will be felt after viewing the content.
Beyond command
Implying that the emotions will be uncontrollable or hard to manage.
Good evening and
Greeting the audience and implying that he has important news to share.
Here's what's new
Introducing the new information he is about to present to the audience.
Wouldn't it be so nice
Creating a hypothetical scenario where everything is perfect and good.
To live in a world
Describing a perfect world where things are ideal.
Where everything's exactly
Emphasizing that everything in this world is perfect and works exactly the way it should.
How it seems
Indicating that there are no hidden agendas or surprises in this perfect world.
But we live in a world
Contrasting the perfect world with the reality where people have to face negative entities or situations.
Where bastards come along
Referring to people who cause trouble or inconvenience.
And piss on your dreams
Indicating that these people subvert one's expectations and goals.
About the things that make ya happy
Referring to things or activities that give joy or satisfaction to an individual.
The things that make ya smile
Indicating that these are the things which bring happiness on one's face.
Get off your ass
Encouraging people to become proactive and confront the negative entities or situations proactively.
Vengeance is back in style
Imploring an attitude in people to seek revenge on the people that have subverted their goals and happiness.
Every man Jack of you
Addressing the audience and emphasizing that every person needs to act.
Should volunteer to fight
Encouraging the audience to take part in a hypothetical fight against the negative entities or situations.
If I were only ten years younger
Indicating that the newscaster would have lead the fight back when he had the physical strength to do so.
I'd slake this vengeful hunger
Indicating that the newscaster would have resorted to revenge on the negative entities or situations.
And rest assured we'd all
Suggesting that if people take action, everyone can sleep peacefully.
Sleep safe tonight
Indicating that everyone can be free from danger or negative influences.
Good evening and God bless you
Ending the news broadcast by wishing the audience well.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: LES CLAYPOOL
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