On September 10th 2001, The Disasters released their first, "Self Titled" album and have been on tour ever since spreading their message, the voice of "true" street punk and street rock 'n roll. This is a message for the people who are tired of the modern day cliche of punk rock that has been prepackaged and hand-delivered. This is a message for the people who long to hear true, honest punk rock, with deep and complex lyrics, from people who love it, listen to, and live it themselves!
A relentless tour schedule has kept The Disasters living on the road for the past five years. This hard work ethic has transferred itself into a solid fan base, further proving the bands honesty and integrity. They wouldn't have it any other way. The Disasters have a strong belief in the idea that "fans are something you earn through hard work and dedication, they are just as much a part of the music as we are, it's that mutual respect and common ground that makes the music so honest for both the fans and for the band itself."
Their new album, My Riot sees the band exploring even more styles than ever before, including reggae, acoustic and straight up rock 'n roll. "We've always tried to do something different, something the fans weren't necessarily expecting. That's how we've kept the band's sound so fresh over the years."
With the release of My Riot (In stores late summer 2006), Roger Miret & The Disasters are ready to hit the road and once again prove that there is still a place in the world for true, honest street punk rock ‘n roll!
Kiss Kiss Kill Kill
Roger Miret and the Disasters Lyrics
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Grubbing change and pissing the fuck out of me
Their gutter smell offends me
Who made it cool to live in poverty?
On the beat, cop'ers running the street
Taking New York City away from me
They want to rule my life!
Dirty deeds ain't never been cheap
Paid my dues to this life I choose to live
nothings ever been free
Nothings ever been given to me
Those many nights I've felt insane, I don't need to justify
I can't no longer feel the pain, can't tell what's wrong from right
A fist full of anger, tired of the same old stories
no substitutions, no sorry's
Kiss me - Kill me.
The song Kiss Kiss Kill Kill by Roger Miret and the Disasters is a reflection on the struggles of life in the Lower East Side of Manhattan. The opening verse centers on the presence of young punks on Avenue B, who are begging for change and causing a ruckus. The lyrics convey a sense of disgust towards these individuals whose presence is deemed offensive to the singer. The reference to living in poverty highlights the harsh reality of life in this neighborhood, and the question posed, "Who made it cool to live in poverty?" is a stark reminder that not everyone has a choice in their living conditions.
The second verse shifts focus to the police presence in the area. The beat cops are portrayed as a force who want to control the lives of the people in the neighborhood. There is the sense that the singer's beliefs and way of life are being threatened. The line "Dirty deeds ain't never been cheap" refers to the high price paid to live in this area, both in terms of money and personal safety. The chorus of the song, "Kiss me - Kill me," can be interpreted as a plea for a release from the struggles and pain of living in these conditions.
Line by Line Meaning
Summer punks on Avenue B
Referring to the punk rock scene in New York City during the summer, particularly on Avenue B.
Grubbing change and pissing the fuck out of me
Panhandling for change and causing a disturbance that bothers the singer.
Their gutter smell offends me
The smell of these punks reminds the singer of poverty and disgusts them.
Who made it cool to live in poverty?
The artist questions society's glorification of poverty as something to aspire to.
On the beat, cop'ers running the street
Police are patrolling and controlling the neighborhood.
Taking New York City away from me
The police presence is invasive and oppressive to the singer's idea of freedom.
They want to rule my life!
The police presence is seen as an attempt to control and restrict the singer's choices.
Wanna strip me of my beliefs
The artist feels that the police are trying to take away their individuality and beliefs.
Dirty deeds ain't never been cheap
The artist acknowledges that their lifestyle may involve morally questionable actions that come with consequences.
Paid my dues to this life I choose to live
The artist has accepted that their actions have consequences in their chosen lifestyle, and has worked to pay any debts owed.
Nothings ever been free
The singer recognizes that they must work hard and pay their dues for their choices and actions.
Nothings ever been given to me
The artist has had to earn everything they have achieved, and no one has provided any assistance.
Those many nights I've felt insane, I don't need to justify
The singer has experienced moments of feeling unhinged, but feels no need to explain or justify their behavior to anyone else.
I can't no longer feel the pain, can't tell what's wrong from right
The singer has reached a point where they are numb to the pain they have experienced, and have difficulty distinguishing right from wrong.
A fist full of anger, tired of the same old stories
The singer is filled with anger, and bored of hearing the same generic narratives from others.
No substitutions, no sorry's
The artist is demanding respect and acknowledgement without any apologies or replacements.
Kiss me - Kill me.
The artist wants someone to either show them love or end their suffering, indicating an ending to their struggles.
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