Current members:
Chris Hannah – vocals, guitar (1986–present)
Jord Samolesky – drums (1986–present)
Todd Kowalski – bass, vocals (1997–present)
Sulynn Hago – guitar, vocals (2015–present)
Former members
Scott Hopper – bass, vocals (1986–89)
Mike Braumeister – bass (1989–91)
John K. Samson – bass, vocals (1991–97)
David Guillas – guitar, vocals (2006–2015)
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2012 - Failed States
2017 - Victory Lap
White Proud and Stupid
Propagandhi Lyrics
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He loves Jesus and his country too He's a good boy
Working class white male
Loves violence and his
Dumb girlfriend too
And that's enough to make me
{Chorus}:
I am white, proud and stupid
I am much smarter than you kid
{Good rhyme}
'Cause you don't know what's right You're black instead of white
And you gotta be like me
If you wanna be free in my world
In my world
I can't believe what you say
Do you really think that way
Every time you talk you
Tear the human race limb from limb Limb from limb
The first generation
With the racial segregation {dunno} Turn in her grave, Nazi skins
And aryans pollute our land Screwdriver {dead}
White pride {broken up}
And warzone {not Nazis}
And other Nazi bands
They're a bunch of fag-bashing goons Nationalist buffoons
And they don't even know what the fuck They're singing about at all
{Chorus}
The first generation
With the racial segregation
The opening lines of the song White Proud and Stupid by Propagandhi lay out a set of contradictions that are all too familiar in working-class white male culture. The singer is portrayed as a good boy who loves his mama, Jesus, and his country, but he also loves violence and his "dumb" girlfriend. This mix of seemingly wholesome values and toxic attitudes points to the complexity and confusion that often surrounds masculinity in such communities.
However, the chorus of the song quickly reveals the true intent of the lyrics. The singer is sickened by the worldview of the singer, who is "white, proud and stupid." The use of the word "proud" is particularly significant, as it is often associated with positive qualities. In this context, though, it is clear that the singer is using it ironically, as a way to highlight the dangers of white pride and nationalism. The singer is also characterized as being much less intelligent than the singer, who denigrates him for his ignorance and for his belief that being white is inherently superior.
The song goes on to denounce Nazi skinheads and other far-right groups who promote bigotry and violence in the name of white pride. The reference to the first generation with racial segregation could be a nod to the fact that many of the attitudes and beliefs of these groups are rooted in the history of institutionalized racism in the United States. The song ultimately calls for rejecting these toxic ideologies and embracing a more inclusive and compassionate vision of humanity.
Line by Line Meaning
He's a good boy, he loves his mama
He's a person who is well-behaved and has love towards his mother.
He loves Jesus and his country too
He has faith in Christianity and is patriotic towards his nation.
He's a good boy
He is a decent person.
Working class white male
He is a white male belonging to a working-class family.
Loves violence and his
He enjoys acts of aggression and violence.
Dumb girlfriend too
He is in a relationship with a girlfriend who lacks intelligence.
And that's enough to make me
His qualities listed so far are enough to make me feel disgusted or annoyed.
That's enough to make me sick
It has caused me to feel ill or nauseous.
I am white, proud and stupid
I am a white person who is arrogant and ignorant.
I am much smarter than you kid
I consider myself to be intellectually superior to other people.
'Cause you don't know what's right You're black instead of white
I believe that the right way of living is being white, and since you're black, you lack that sense.
And you gotta be like me If you wanna be free in my world
In order to have freedom in my world, you have to be exactly like me.
In my world
Refers to the idea that there is a certain world where certain norms and standards exist.
I can't believe what you say Do you really think that way
I'm having a hard time accepting your thoughts. I wonder if you genuinely believe in it.
Every time you talk you Tear the human race limb from limb Limb from limb
Whenever you speak, you are causing a lot of destruction and division in the human race.
The first generation With the racial segregation
The first generation to live through a time period where racial segregation existed.
Turn in her grave, Nazi skins And aryans pollute our land Screwdriver
The first generation is turning in their graves because neo-Nazi groups like Screwdriver and Aryans are contaminating the land with their presence.
White pride
Believing that being white makes one superior and proclaims that pride.
And warzone
A band associated with violence and chaos.
And other Nazi bands
Other bands that instill Nazi values.
They're a bunch of fag-bashing goons Nationalist buffoons
They are a group of people who frequently attack homosexuals and are foolishly patriotic.
And they don't even know what the fuck They're singing about at all
They sing lyrics without any comprehension of the meaning behind them.
That's enough to make me sick
Their actions and beliefs are enough to make me feel disgusted or annoyed.
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