Shortly after formation, Kirsten and Phil moved the band to Oakland, CA, then later to Los Angeles.
1991 to 1998 saw the band release three full length records, three seven inches, one live record and several compilation exclusive songs. In support of their output they extensively toured the United States, Mexico, Canada and Europe.
Penelope Spheeris approached the band in 1996 and as a result they are featured in her documentary film "The Decline of Western Civilization: Part III", for which Phil recorded his first soundtrack.
In 1998, just as they were about to embark on a national tour in support of their newest album, The Gut-Wringing Machine, the band came to an abrupt end when Phil died from complications arising from his chronic asthma. Five years past. Five years of mourning. Kirsten participated in other projects, but nothing satisfied her intense anger and frustration with world politics like Naked Aggression.
Thus, in 2003, in light of the second George Bush's Gulf War, Kirsten thought it fitting to reform the band in order to continue carrying on the message started over a decade ago under astoundingly similar geopolitical circumstances. Since the reformation Naked Aggression has toured the U.S., and just returned from Europe with a new split Lp with, Die Schwarzen Schaffe, on Compary Records. Currently they are working on songs for a new full-length album.
- taken from the band's MySpace page : http://www.myspace.com/nakedaggression
Smash the State
Naked Aggression Lyrics
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I hate their manipulation, I hate all their exploitation
I hate their economy, I hate this whole society
I hate it all, I hate it all
Smash the State
Smash the State
Smash the State
We donÕt need it
I hate all the presidents, I hate all the governments
I hate all laws that they invent, I hate all that they represent
I hate their fake democracy, I hate their damn hypocrisy
I hate it all, I hate it all
Everything could change, everything could change
Everything could change, everything could change
Everything could change, everything could change
Take some action
Everything could change, everything could change
Everything could change, everything could change
Everything could change, everything could change
Take some action
When will you start to get angry
When will you start to fight back
When will you start to get angry
When will you start to fight back
Smash the State
Smash the State
Smash the State
Smash the State
We don't need it
I hate the United Nations, I hate their disinformation
I hate military actions, I hate fascist right wing factions
I hate all the isolation, I hate all the desperation
I hate it all
Smash the State
In Naked Aggression's song "Smash the State," the lyrics express a disgust for the political system and society as a whole. The lyrics start with the singer expressing hatred for both greedy politicians and corporations, conveying distaste for their exploitative practices and manipulative behaviors. From there, the song moves on to criticize presidents and governments, laws, and fake democracy, all the while calling for change and action. The song posits that everything could change and encourages listeners to take action while expressing a desire to smash the state entirely, freeing society from its grip.
The lyrics of the song reflect the political dissent that was prevalent in the punk rock movement that Naked Aggression belonged to. The group was known for its unapologetic and provocative lyrics attacking society's oppressive systems, and "Smash the State" is an excellent example of this. The chant-like chorus, "Smash the State," is a call to arms for a generation of dissatisfied youth, urging them to take decisive action and fight for their rights.
Line by Line Meaning
I hate greedy Politicians I hate greedy corporations
I have strong negative feelings towards Politicians and corporations who prioritize their own financial gain over the well-being of the people they serve or the environment they affect.
I hate their manipulation, I hate all their exploitation
I find it unacceptable when these entities take advantage of people, resources, or situations for their benefit rather than seeking ethical or fair solutions.
I hate their economy, I hate this whole society
I have severe contempt for the socioeconomic system that prioritizes wealth accumulation and competition over human and environmental health, and for the society that perpetuates and reinforces these values.
I hate it all, I hate it all
My feelings of hatred and disgust are not limited to specific aspects of the political, economic or social landscape, but rather extend to the entire system as a whole.
Smash the State
I advocate for the overthrow of the current government and the dissolution of the current system.
We donÕt need it
I believe that the current system is not only oppressive and harmful, but also unnecessary, and can be replaced with a better and more just alternative.
I hate all the presidents, I hate all the governments
I don't support or respect any current or former leaders of government, nor do I agree with the current system of governance.
I hate all laws that they invent, I hate all that they represent
I oppose all laws and regulations that favor the wealthy and powerful, and that reinforce social and economic inequalities.
I hate their fake democracy, I hate their damn hypocrisy
I am frustrated with the current political system that claims to be democratic but is in fact controlled by a small group of elites, and that promotes values that contradict its actual practices.
Everything could change, everything could change
I believe that there is potential for transformative change that leads to a more just and sustainable society.
Take some action
I encourage others who share my values to take specific, tangible actions towards making change happen.
When will you start to get angry
I challenge those who are currently complacent with the status quo to feel anger and frustration towards the injustices and inequalities of the current system.
When will you start to fight back
I urge those who are currently passive or inactive to take direct or indirect action against the current system in order to change it.
I hate the United Nations, I hate their disinformation
I criticize the United Nations for perpetuating a global agenda that prioritizes the interests of the wealthy and powerful while ignoring the needs of marginalized and oppressed populations.
I hate military actions, I hate fascist right wing factions
I oppose military interventions and the use of force to solve political conflicts, as well as the extreme right-wing ideologies that promote nationalism, racism, and authoritarianism.
I hate all the isolation, I hate all the desperation
I am saddened and angry by the social isolation and desperation felt by many people due to systemic oppression, poverty, and inequality.
I hate it all
Once again, I express my general and all-encompassing dissatisfaction with the current political, economic, and social system.
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