Chaplin was replaced by Neale Floyd who debuted on "Firing Squad", released in May 1978 and Fred Purser joined on guitar for the single "Life's A Gamble" and the album "Moving Targets", both released in October 1978, the latter on limited edition glow-in-the-dark luminous vinyl.
"Danger Signs" was then released in April 1979, followed by "Come Into the Open", released in August 1979 from the forthcoming album "Coming up for Air", released in September 1979.
Musical differences and the pressure of fame saw the band split up in October 1979. Pauline Murray and Robert Blamire went on to form Pauline Murray and The Invisible Girls and Fred Purser went on to join Tygers of Pan Tang, following his more heavy rock leanings.
2.Penetration is an american based death/thrash/black metal band from New York, formed in 1998
The line-up is :
Jesse "Black Bart" Bartlett - Vocals, Guitar
D.T. - Drums
Jamie Perdue-Bass
They have released 2 demos so far:
2004 demo
Victory or death(2007 demo)
Challenge
Penetration Lyrics
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Didn't know which road to take
Seems like obstacles blocked every pathway
Preventing me from escaping
And I turned around
And stood face to face
With a stranger staring straight at me
He said ....
They'll suck you in and spit you out
Without a thought or feeling
Then vanish without trace
Into oblivion
But they leave their poison.
Watch the good Samaritan
Stand fearless by the path
He lost his nerve and ran away
And I never saw him again
I'm moving forward cautiously
My knife down by my side
He said ....
Think once
Think twice
Won't you listen to my advice
You're outnumbered
It's a losers game
So go back where you came from.
Challenge me now
Don't be afraid
Challenge me now
Don't be afraid
The lyrics to Penetration's "Challenge" describe the dilemma of standing at a crossroads in life, unsure of which path to take. The singer expresses a sense of hopelessness as they face seemingly insurmountable obstacles that prevent them from moving forward. The reference to a stranger implies the presence of someone or something that is working against them, perhaps society, authority or some other form of external pressure.
The stranger warns the singer of the dangers ahead, naming deception and betrayal as the biggest threats. The lyrics suggest that people are used and discarded, and that the effects of this mistreatment can be long lasting. However, the warning is interspersed with encouragement to stand up and fight, to not be afraid of challenges, and to face them with courage.
The lines about the good Samaritan who lost his nerve and ran suggest that even those who appear brave and noble can be flawed and often fail to act as they should. This serves as a cautionary tale to the singer, who must proceed with caution and maintain vigilance in order to survive in this cruel world.
Overall, "Challenge" is a call to arms for those who feel trapped and hopeless, and a reminder that despite the dangers and obstacles that lie ahead, one must still possess the courage to take risks and move forward.
Line by Line Meaning
I was standing at the border
I found myself at a crossroads.
Didn't know which road to take
I was uncertain which decision to make.
Seems like obstacles blocked every pathway
Every option appeared to be hindered by difficulties.
Preventing me from escaping
Making it impossible for me to move forward.
And I turned around
I looked behind me.
And stood face to face
I found myself in a confrontation.
With a stranger staring straight at me
I was confronted by someone unknown to me.
They'll suck you in and spit you out
People will take advantage of you and leave you when they're done.
Without a thought or feeling
They won't care about your wellbeing.
Then vanish without trace
They'll disappear without leaving a mark.
Into oblivion
They'll be forgotten.
But they leave their poison.
However, they will have a negative impact on you even after they're gone.
Watch the good Samaritan
Observe the helpful and selfless person.
Stand fearless by the path
Stay resolute despite difficult situations.
He lost his nerve and ran away
However, even the bravest can be scared in certain situations.
And I never saw him again
I lost sight of him forever.
I'm moving forward cautiously
I'm proceeding cautiously, aware of potential dangers.
My knife down by my side
I'm prepared for any threatening circumstance.
Think once
Think carefully.
Think twice
Think even more thoroughly.
Won't you listen to my advice
Please pay attention to my suggestions.
You're outnumbered
You're in the minority.
It's a losers game
It's a game you can't win.
So go back where you came from.
It's better to retreat than continue forward and suffer.
Challenge me now
I'm ready for any opposition.
Don't be afraid
Have no fear.
Contributed by Jayden E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Blowtorch
Underrated band. Good songwriting and lyrics, good production and a tight band who play together well. They're not really a punk band, and people didn't know exactly where to place them.
Devils Fork Digital
Not really punk? They were totally punk, and there from the beginning. They could play well and got very slick with the addition of Fred Purser on guitar, and their songwriting was complex and innovative in ways that a lot of their contemporaries weren't. But listen to their early stuff (e.g. Don't Dictate, Firing Squad, VIP) and it's even stylistically very "punk".
Dave Sargent
Penetration a band I've loved since the 70's but never managed to see
Vinyl Richie
Just ran across your channel and subbed. I am not familiar with Penetration. I just started making videos a few months ago. I like different types of music but Punk is my favorite. I actually made one video titled What Is Punk.