Doc Marten Stomp
Madball Lyrics

Black N' Blue!
The song is dedicated to the 'Black and Blue' subculture of punk and skinhead fashion and music.

They'd been talking us down for so long
The culture is often criticized and disrespected.

I almost started to believe them all
Bullying and discrimination can take a toll on one's self-esteem.

Yeah, I know we've done some wrong
The culture has a bad reputation and has been involved in some negative situations.

We've done some right too - life goes on
However, the culture has done some positive things as well and will continue to exist regardless of criticism.

The self-righteous say, "You're far gone."
People who are judgmental and close-minded assume that the culture is beyond redemption.

Well I'd like to say, "You're dead wrong."
The singer disagrees with this assumption and believes that change and growth are possible.

You don't know us, or what we've become
Critics do not know the individuals who are part of the culture, nor do they understand the positive changes that have been made.

Or what we will be - so mind your tongue
The artist challenges critics to hold their tongues until they have a better understanding of the culture's future direction.

You could be staring down the barrel of a gun
If critics continue to harass and bully the culture, they may be met with violence.

Instead you're listening to words from verse and song
The song is an alternative to violence and encourages critics to listen to the message rather than spout hateful words.

It's not tough-talk, it's evolution (What!)
The culture is not simply about being tough and violent, it has evolved into something more complex and meaningful.

It's a Black N' Blue revolution (Go!)
The singer believes that the culture is undergoing a revolution, and that change is inevitable.

Some never made it out alive
Many members of the culture have died due to violence and discrimination.

I do this for them - with pride
The singer wants to honor those who have died and continue to fight for the culture.

For the Black, the Blue, My brothers, the crew
The culture is a brotherhood and the artist feels a strong sense of loyalty and pride for his comrades.

The lost brothers, the crew
The culture has lost many members due to violence and the artist wants to honor their memory.

I do this for them / (Now Who's all with me?)
The singer is calling for others in the culture to join him in his fight.

I do this for you / (Who's all with me?)
The singer is also calling for supporters outside of the culture to join him in his fight.

I do this for the Black / (Who's all with me?)
The artist is calling specifically for those who identify as part of the 'Black and Blue' subculture to join him.

and the Blue! / (Who's all with me?)
The artist is calling for everyone who supports and respects the culture to join him.

(Doc Marten stomp!)
A Doc Marten stomp is a reference to the boots that are commonly worn by members of the culture. It symbolizes strength and aggression.

I do this for them!
The singer is reiterating his dedication to the culture and those who have fought and died for it.

I do this for you!
The artist wants everyone to know that this battle is not solely for the culture but for anyone who believes in justice and equality.

I do this for the Black, and the Blue!
This is a cry for unity and solidarity among all individuals who respect and support the 'Black and Blue' subculture.