The first was Greg Martin, who had to leave due to chemical burns on a large percentage of his body and subsequently falling into a coma. True shit. It wasn't until Jeff, the fifth bass player, that the band actually became active. Upon recruiting the sixth bassist, Kyle, the band saw it's first release, 1992's (me) a.k.a. "Darby Was A Martyr", a 6 song 7" e.p. released on THD Records of Minneapolis, which got great reviews from Flipside, Jeff Bale, and Maximumrockandroll's Tim Yohannon. The band was then picked up by Recess records and released "Get The Humans", a 5 song 7" e.p. followed by a split label release with THD, "We're Not Punx... But We Play Them On T.V., a 23 song L.P. which featured a cover of G.G. Allin's "Don't Talk To Me" in 1993. The bands first tours began shortly afterward.
By 1995 the band began recording at Amphetamine Reptile studios for the material that would end up as 1995's "Stuck on Stupid" 10" e.p. on Recess, and split 7"'s with Blanks 77, Resin Scraper, and the Rejects, as well as the song "Sick Pleasure" for Half-Mast/The Daggers Records compilation "No Slow, All Go!" featuring a shit-load of Twin Cities bands. The compilation was nominated for a Minnesota Music Award, as was the Quincy Punx in 1996. Around this time, the band was featured in the film "Debasement", a documentary film by Patti Rhodes about the Twin Cities punk scene. A lengthy series of tours followed with bands such as F.Y.P., Sex Offenders, and Blanks 77, as well as short stints with the Dwarves, Propaghandi, and a hand-full of others.
By 1997, Kyle had left the band and Frank Rivera of Mpls. band Skaterbait, assumed the role of bass player. Frank was featured on the Quincy Punx V.M.L.ive 7" recorded at the Fireside Bowl in Chicago. Frank left the band after the '97 U.S. tour and was replaced by Blake Hurlbert of (sic). In 1997, the band recorded the material for "Nutso Smasho, with Tim Mac, (referred to in the liner notes as "Dr. X") the second full-length L.P. on Recess Records.
From 1993 to '99, various songs were contributed to numerous compilations such as, "Punk Bites 2" C.D., "Pigs Suck" 2x7", "Stealing The Pocket" L.P., Joey Vindictive Presents "That Was Now, This Is Then" C.D., "Punk Sucks" C.D., "One Beer Short Of A Six Pack" 7", on numerous labels including Laberynth, Turkey Baster, Liberation, and V.M.L.
After Blake left the band, Troy Stark (Mondo Trasho, Slipshod) took the role of ninth bassist for the last stage of touring the band would see. By 1999 the band had all but self destructed, and for the last 10 tears, Quincy Punx have played only on their own turf.
Don'T Ask Why
Quincy Punx Lyrics
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I don't know myself so how'm I gonna answer you?
Stupidity comes naturally, don't care if that sounds dumb
Don't remember what I did last night but I bet I had some fun
Don't ask why, don't ask, I don't even know
Don't ask why, don't ask why, I've just gotta go
Don't ask why, don't ask why, I don't really care
Don't ask why, don't ask why, Guess I'm not all there
'cause' the past is gone, the present sucks, and the future ain't no use
I'm a hedonistic, narcissistic, pessimistic fool
Death and mindless violence are the only things I think are cool
Don't ask why, don't ask, I don't even know
Don't ask why, don't ask why, I've just gotta go
Don't ask why, don't ask why, I don't really care
Don't ask why, don't ask why, Guess I'm not all there
What's the point in asking why I do the things I do?
I don't know myself so how'm I gonna answer you?
Stupidity comes naturally, don't care if that sounds dumb
Don't remember what I did last night but I bet I had some fun
Don't ask why, don't ask, I don't even know
Don't ask why, don't ask why, I've just gotta go
Don't ask why, don't ask why, I don't really care
Don't ask why, don't ask why, Guess I'm not all there
Don't ask why
Don't ask why
The lyrics to Quincy Punx’s “Don’t Ask Why” play on the idea of nihilistic hedonism, which is a world view that emphasizes the rejection of traditional values and the pursuit of pleasure. The main character in the song is a hedonistic, narcissistic, pessimistic fool who enjoys death and mindless violence. He doesn’t know why he does the things he does, and he doesn’t really care to figure it out. The repetition of the phrase “don’t ask why” emphasizes this idea of a lack of purpose or meaning. The line “live fast, die young, and never reproduce” shows a disregard for long-term consequences and a focus on immediate gratification.
Overall, the song is about rejecting responsibility and embracing a life of excess and recklessness. The lyrics reflect a certain type of nihilistic disillusionment with social norms and values, but also seem to acknowledge the absurdity of it all. The use of repetition and the catchy punk rock melody underscore the idea of a sort of mindless nihilism that might be found in, say, a wild party.
Line by Line Meaning
What's the point in asking why I do the things I do?
I do not have a clear reason for my actions, so what is the purpose of asking me why?
I don't know myself so how'm I gonna answer you?
Since I am unsure of my own motives, I cannot give you a satisfactory answer.
Stupidity comes naturally, don't care if that sounds dumb
My foolish behavior comes to me without any thought. I am not bothered if it appears nonsensical to others.
Don't remember what I did last night but I bet I had some fun
Even if I do not recall the events of the previous night, I am confident that I enjoyed myself.
Don't ask why, don't ask, I don't even know
I am not capable of explaining my actions, so please do not bother asking.
Don't ask why, don't ask why, I've just gotta go
I do not have the time or interest to delve into the reasons behind my behavior, let me be.
Don't ask why, don't ask why, I don't really care
Even if you ask, I am not invested enough to ponder on the answer, so please do not bother.
Don't ask why, don't ask why, Guess I'm not all there
My state of mind is questionable, so it would be best not to expect logical answers from me.
Live fast, die young, and never reproduce
I prefer to live my life recklessly, with no regard for long-term goals, so I shall not reproduce.
'cause' the past is gone, the present sucks, and the future ain't no use
In my opinion, the negative experiences of the past, unsatisfactory conditions of the current moment, and uncertain prospects of the future make life not worth planning for.
I'm a hedonistic, narcissistic, pessimistic fool
I prioritize pleasure over moral values, am self-absorbed, and expect the worst to happen, which might be a foolish way of life.
Death and mindless violence are the only things I think are cool
I find appeal in the concepts of killing and senseless aggression, which others may find disturbing.
Don't ask why
Once again, I implore you not to inquire as to why I conduct myself the way I do.
Don't ask why
For the final time, please refrain from questioning my actions and reasons, as I am not able to supply adequate answers.
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