MxPx is a punk rock band that was formed in 1992 in Bremerton, Washington, … Read Full Bio ↴MxPx is a punk rock band that was formed in 1992 in Bremerton, Washington, United States.

MxPx started as three 15-year-old kids calling themselves Magnified Plaid pounding out music inspired by and similar to The Descendents and other Southern California punk rock bands. They didn’t really love their band name, however, which was a tribute to the original guitarist’s penchant for wearing one particularly loud plaid shirt. Consequently, the name was abbreviated to M.P., but in Yuri’s handwriting, periods become “X“‘s and since he made up the show posters for the band, the four-letter moniker stuck.

Andy Husted, the former guitarist, left the band in 1995 to continue college.

Andy was replaced by Tom to solidify the line-up that would take the band into their post-teen years. Maybe Tom’s background as a drummer made up for his relative inexperience playing guitar (he had only played for a year at the time). He and Yuri lock into backbreakingly fast rhythms that rank with vintage Minor Threat for speed and percussive attack. Mike then adds to the mix his signature sing-along melodies that call to mind SoCal punk bands from the early ’80s.

Bremerton had been a town most famous for its naval shipyards until MxPx caught the attention of Tooth & Nail Records when they played a “showcase” for the T&N label in 1993 in Herrera’s parents’ garage. Mike Herrera had practiced so much before the first show, he lost his voice.

MxPx released three albums with Tooth & Nail Records: Pokinatcha in 1994, Teenage Politics in 1995, and Life in General in 1996. After a falling out with Tooth & Nail, MxPx left the label and signed with A&M Records.

In July 2010 drummer Yuri Ruley announced he would be retiring from the band to focus on his family. Ruley played his last show with the band in Las Vegas, Nevada on July 18, 2010. In a recent video message from Mike, he stated that Tom and Yuri have both finished touring full time, but will continue to play one-off shows with the band.

GSF
MxPx Lyrics

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You didn't have to be so mean to me
I guess now I see how it's gonna be
I'm joining GSF, I've made up my mind
Forget this thing called love, it's a waste of time
Girls ain't no good anymore, anywayyy..
Not for one second have I understood
Why they do what they do, why they say what they say
Always happens to my friends, it always happens to me

It's taken me 19 years to finally see
She said "Can we just be friends?
It's just not working out."
Another broken heart that I can do without...do withoutttt..
Girls ain't no good anymore, anywayyy..

Not for one second have I understood
Why they do what they do, why they say what they say....

Overall Meaning

MxPx's "GSF" is a song that expresses the frustrations and disappointments of failed romantic relationships. The lyrics convey a sense of bitterness and disillusionment towards love as the singer decides to join the GSF (Girls are a waste of time Society) and turn his back on the idea of finding love. The song begins with the singer pondering about the harsh treatment he has received from his ex-partner, suggesting that he did not deserve to be treated that way. He then goes on to declare his resolve to join the GSF, suggesting that he has had enough of the games and heartbreaks associated with love.

The chorus of the song emphasizes the artist's frustration towards women, suggesting that they are no longer worth the pursuit. The second verse is an introspective one, where the singer reflects on the various disappointments he has faced in his romantic relationships. He struggles to understand why women do what they do, and why they say what they say. The verse ends with the artist expressing his frustration with the recurring pattern of being heartbroken, suggesting that it has taken him 19 years to realize that he's better off without the drama of romantic relationships.

Overall, "GSF" is a song that strikes a chord with those who have gone through the pain of failed relationships. It captures the sense of disillusionment and cynicism that occasionally comes with the pursuit of love. It is also a reflection of the broader societal trend of individuals withdrawing from traditional relationship norms to explore alternative lifestyles.

Line by Line Meaning

You didn't have to be so mean to me
I don't understand why you treated me badly

I guess now I see how it's gonna be
I finally realize that this is how it's going to be

I'm joining GSF, I've made up my mind
I have decided to join GSF

Forget this thing called love, it's a waste of time
Love is not important and is a waste of time

Girls ain't no good anymore, anywayyy..
Girls are not good anymore

Not for one second have I understood
I have never understood

Why they do what they do, why they say what they say
Why girls behave the way they do and say what they say

Always happens to my friends, it always happens to me
My friends and I always end up going through the same thing

It's taken me 19 years to finally see
It has taken me 19 years to realize

She said "Can we just be friends? It's just not working out."
She suggested that we should just be friends and end the relationship

Another broken heart that I can do without...do withoutttt..
I don't want to go through another heartbreak