Referring to their style of hardcore punk music, the band declared in Frontiers Newsmagazine, “We put the ‘core’ back in homocore”. Their first recording was the self-released demo Don't Knock It Till You Try It. This was followed by a single called “What’s Up With The Kids” and then the self-titled LP Limp Wrist. However, since band members lived in different states maintaining the group became difficult. After an interlude they resumed touring in 2004 and self-released a new CD, Thee Official Discography the same year. The song “Ode” from this recording pays tribute to pioneering gay hardcore musicians Gary Floyd of The Dicks, Randy “Biscuit” Turner of Big Boys and Joshua Plague of Mukilteo Fairies and Behead The Prophet, No Lord Shall Live, providing a historical context for Limp Wrist.
The band’s best known song is “I Love Hardcore Boys, I Love Boys Hardcore”, which received much attention from fans and press alike. Lead singer Martin Sorrondeguy appears in "Queercore: A Punk-u-mentary" by Scott Treleaven and addresses the issue implicit in these song titles, what some might view as the apparent struggles of being both queer and being involved in the punk scene.
In 2004 Sorrondeguy released his own documentary film, "Beyond The Screams: A U.S. Latino Hardcore Punk Documentary." He had begun the film while still a member of his former band Los Crudos.
The band continues to perform and self-release records including the Want Us Dead 7" in 2006, featuring the songs Fake Fags and Want us Dead and a one-sided 12" in 2008 featuring Spun, and Bought Out.
Recruiting Time
Limp Wrist Lyrics
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X up kids and get in line
with you the crew grows
cuz it's limp wrist time
why do you think we want you
in our crew?
just cuz you got dick it doesn't
don't try to flatter your little
homophobic ass
paranoia kid, you know we're limp wrist
and we got class
limp wrist recruits yeah, fuck you
The lyrics of Limp Wrist's song "Recruiting Time" suggest a call for like-minded individuals to join their crew because it is "limp wrist time". The phrase "limp wrist" is a derogatory term used to describe gay men, but the band takes ownership of the term and uses it as a symbol of queer empowerment. The band is recruiting people into their community, but warns against those who might have homophobic tendencies.
The lyrics imply that just because someone identifies as male, it does not necessarily mean that they are a good fit for their community. The band challenges the notion that sexuality or gender identity should be the sole determining factor in who is allowed to join their group. The use of the phrase "paranoia kid" suggests that some individuals may have preconceived notions about the band or their community, and that they are actively trying to dispel these misconceptions.
Limp Wrist's song "Recruiting Time" is a commentary on the importance of creating safe and inclusive spaces for queer individuals. Through their use of the phrase "limp wrist", the band reclaims a term that was once used as a weapon against them. The song encourages individuals to take ownership of their own identities and to refuse to be ashamed of who they are. Ultimately, the song is a powerful testament to the importance of finding community and acceptance in a world that often seeks to divide and marginalize LGBTQ+ individuals.
Line by Line Meaning
limp wrist recruits you
Join our crew, become a part of our movement, let us recruit you.
X up kids and get in line
Prepare yourselves and get ready to join us, submit to our ways.
with you the crew grows
We want to expand our group, and with you, we become stronger.
cuz it's limp wrist time
It's our time to shine, our moment to make a statement, to be heard.
why do you think we want you
You may wonder what we see in you, why you are significant, why we want you to join us.
in our crew?
We want you to be a part of our community, to share our values and beliefs.
just cuz you got dick it doesn't
Just because you are male, it doesn't mean you automatically fit in, that you meet our criteria.
mean you'll do
We need more than physical attributes, we need commitment and participation.
don't try to flatter your little
Don't try to please us or gain favor, we want genuine interest and dedication.
homophobic ass
Don't be a bigot, don't discriminate, treat everyone equally, regardless of their sexual orientation.
paranoia kid, you know we're limp wrist
Don't be scared, don't let fear hold you back, we are proud of who we are and won't change for anyone.
and we got class
We have style, we have grace, we are confident in our identity and won't apologize for it.
limp wrist recruits yeah, fuck you
For those who oppose us, for those who judge us, we won't back down or be intimidated, we will continue to recruit and grow.
Contributed by Amelia W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
SkaldLouisCyphre
This is the best music video made, period.
Joe No Soy
45 segundos para romperte el craneo contra la pared!
elultimoinvierno
esta super
Cody Linder
Limp Wrist rules!
Rafael Hill
awesome video
onlyskatebeer
jajaa ta chido el videio
Timmybear
*Memories of the furry little punk-cub at a DOA show who danced around the circle. Not that I was especially complaining, but he might have considered wearing a belt that didn't allow his pants to slide down and reveal his undies quite so much* ;)
HORIZAR
NOTABLE WN!
Amy Tegge
the circle pit cartoon rules
Rev. Michal
@twigenstein I fuckin' LOVE circle pits.