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.
Secret Weapon
MxPx Lyrics
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And that's the way that growing up's going supposed to be
But you can make it through, you gotta believe
You are your own secret weapon
It's all up to you to come out swingin'
It's all up to you
Don't lay down and lie, shut down the fallacies
Throw all of your fears into the sea
You are your own secret weapon
It's all up to you to come out swingin'
It's all up to you
So call all your cars and take to the streets
Raise up your voice and sing, you can't change the past
'Cause nothing will last
Embrace what tomorrow brings, you can't change the past
You are your own secret weapon
It's all up to you to come out swingin'
It's all up to you, all up to you
The lyrics in MxPx's song "Secret Weapon" encourage listeners to believe in themselves and take control of their lives. The first verse acknowledges the difficulties and rebellious nature that often come with growing up. However, the song suggests that you can overcome these struggles by having faith in yourself. The chorus repeatedly states that "you are your own secret weapon" and that you need to come out fighting.
The second verse suggests that the key to overcoming adversity is facing the truth and confronting your fears. The line "Throw all of your fears into the sea" is a powerful metaphor for letting go of the past and moving forward. The bridge of the song advises listeners to take action by "calling all your cars and take to the streets" and raising their voices. The song concludes with the message that you cannot change the past, but you can embrace what the future holds.
Overall, the theme of "Secret Weapon" is one of empowerment and self-determination. The song encourages listeners to take control of their lives and not let past traumas or failures hold them back. It is a call to action to overcome adversity and embrace what the future holds.
Line by Line Meaning
You always had some trouble with authority
You have a history of struggling with people in positions of power.
And that's the way that growing up's going supposed to be
Encountering authority figures while growing up is normal.
But you can make it through, you gotta believe
You can overcome it if you have faith in yourself.
You are your own secret weapon
You are the one who has the power to overcome your obstacles.
It's all up to you to come out swingin'
You need to take control of your life and fight for your future.
It's all up to you
You are the only one who can determine your own fate.
Take back the stolen years, the truth will set you free
Reclaim the time you have lost, being honest with yourself will liberate you.
Don't lay down and lie, shut down the fallacies
Do not accept falsehoods, silence your doubts.
Throw all of your fears into the sea
Abandon your fears and move forward without hesitation.
So call all your cars and take to the streets
Organize yourself and take action.
Raise up your voice and sing, you can't change the past
Speak out and move forward without regretting the past.
'Cause nothing will last
Life is fleeting and things change constantly.
Embrace what tomorrow brings, you can't change the past
Be open to the future and do not live in the past.
It's all up to you to come out swingin'
You need to take control of your life and fight for your future.
It's all up to you
You are the only one who can determine your own fate.
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: MICHAEL ARTHUR HERRERA
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
A.J Thomas
2019, and it still rocks!
Hinoka-TV
2022 it rocks yet again
SKYY TydeFN
2021 and still rocks
Jonathan Barnes
2021 the band (MxPx..duh)
Has a series of live videos
Once on Monday since covid .They did a
version if this song that shreds
available on YouTube sight (MxPx)
Worthy of your time.
V Wo
2020 :))
Brogan McLeod
One of the best tracks from MX vs. ATV Untamed
Breayan Gonzalez
Frrr
Tim The BOSS
True, I still play that game for nostalgic reasons
Dr. Rick
And The Red Jumpsuit - Face down
Lenny Marroquin
Oh yeah