The band's 1985 album Absence of Sanity and a new 2007 release called FDR, named after a Philly skatepark are out now Uprising Records, available on CD and as downloads through download sites like eMusic & Amazon.
According to legend, the name was given to the band in 1983 by Husker Du bassist Greg Norton. Treece has said that the band was influenced by Bad Brains, Theater of Hate, The Ruts, Scream, Minor Threat and other hard edged bands of that era that were also jazz & reggae influenced. in the late 80's while McRad was on hiatus, Treece later tried out as the replacement singer for H.R in the Bad Brains, but eventually later ended up as their drummer for a spell when the group was signed to Epic.
Weakness
McRad Lyrics
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My weakness is I can't let go.
So stay with me I'll let you know
that love is something I can show.
I heard it's not bad to do without,
...it's in my mind, I'll work it out.
I tried and tried and got nowhere.
My weakness is I can't say no.
My weakness is I can't let go.
So stay with me I'll let you know
that love is something I can show.
In McRad's song "Weakness," the lyrics portray an individual who struggles with the inability to say no and let go of things. The singer feels that love is something they are capable of showing, yet their weakness lies in their tendency to hold onto things for too long. The opening line of the song makes it clear that this weakness haunts the singer, and they are aware that it could potentially harm them. However, they are almost submissive to this weakness and struggle to overcome it.
The next line suggests that the singer of the song may be in a relationship where they find it difficult to let go of their partner. However, the singer begs for their partner's patience and understanding, as he believes he can show his love to them. In the third line, the singer reassures their partner that they love them but is also acknowledging that they are struggling to overcome their weakness. The artist then sings, "I heard it's not bad to do without," implying that giving up on something isn't the end of the world.
The following line "it's in my mind, I'll work it out" suggests that the singer is actively trying to deal with their weakness and overcome it, but it's not simple for them. Throughout the song, the singer shows a sense of vulnerability and even a sense of hopelessness in trying to deal with their weakness. However, the song ends on a positive note, with the singer asserting that their weakness will not stop them from showing love.
Line by Line Meaning
My weakness is I can't say no.
I struggle to refuse things and overcommit myself to others.
My weakness is I can't let go.
I have difficulty moving on and letting go of things that no longer serve me.
So stay with me I'll let you know that love is something I can show.
Despite my weaknesses, I am capable of demonstrating love and affection towards others if given the chance.
I heard it's not bad to do without, ...it's in my mind, I'll work it out.
While there may be societal expectations to constantly say yes and avoid missing out, I am aware of the benefits of saying no and will figure out how to implement it in my life.
I tried and tried and got nowhere. But still I know what it's all about.
Although I may have failed in the past, I have learned from those experiences and have a better understanding of how to navigate similar situations in the future.
Contributed by Adeline J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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LYRICS:
My weakness is I can't say no.
My weakness is I can't let go.
So stay with me I'll let you know
that love is something I can show.
I heard it's not bad to do without,
...it's in my mind, I'll work it out.
I tried and tried and got nowhere.
But still I know what it's all about.
My weakness is I can't say no.
My weakness is I can't let go.
So stay with me I'll let you know
that love is something I can show.
@petebrown5231
I have had this song in my head for like 30 years! Just now found it again, awesome!
@kryptichands968
Stoked when that happens
@gudmundursturluson7683
Same here and the goose bumps I got.....
@lot47productions41
Ditto
@blackkobra947
If you were and are a skater at heart this song will have a spot in your life for ever.. Skateboarding was the one thing that never disappointed me and my brothers it kept us together
@carcaridon
Had a Powell Vallely and a McGill XT,Vision punkskulls canvas then suede python Airwalks.... Don't know what you're saying hahaha
@villehorila951
True🥰
@bbrinser
By far one of the best songs to ever grace a skate film. Not just any skate film but THE SKATE FILM.
@grow-bonn
Steve Cab played with Urethane in Bonn, Germany, my hometown. The Gig was quite boring until suddenly I heard the tunes of weakness, suddenly the place was on fire....still get goosebumps thinking of it. Next morning, we had a bowlsession with Steve unfortunately without sound......
@sambogah
These were the old skating days when we first heard this song. It was something like a hymn for us, a hymn of freedom, joy and community with life! How interesting to hear it again, thanx!