Formed in Miami, Florida by Matt Kramer (vocals), Jason Bieler (guitar), Tom DeFile (bass) and Phil Varone (drums), the band managed to build up a solid following in their native Florida and eventually got signed to Atlantic records. It took a mere eleven days to record the debut album, and although it got rave reviews from critics, went mostly unnoticed by the record buying public.
The band hit it big with The Lizard and its #12 charting ballad "Love Is On The Way". The success of the ballad was a double-edged sword, it gave the band access to a huge new fan base, but several people grouped the band in with the other one hit wonders of the era. Shortly after the band's success DeFile left the band and was replaced by Chris McLernon. Prior to the recording of Water, Kramer also left the band and Bieler took over on vocals. The album was a commercial disappointment in America, but the band continued to have a loyal following overseas. Two more studio albums were recorded before the band decided to call it a day.
Bieler went on to form Super Transatlantic, and surprisingly the original Saigon Kick minus Bieler rejoined with Jeff Blando on guitar for some live shows. Varone also surfaced as the drummer for Skid Row during their 2003 comeback while Kramer pursues a solo career. The group continues to tour sporadically to this very day.
The Lizard
Saigon Kick Lyrics
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Take my flask and sip the liquid. Forgive me now for what I might deliver.
Look around. All around.
Lick your friends until they start to quiver. I ask myself if to give is richer.
Look around. All around.
Save yourself from falling down. All around.
There's no chance you can be found underground.
There's a thing we say about the foolish wisher.
The lyrics to Saigon Kick's song The Lizard are somewhat cryptic and open to interpretation. The song begins with the command to "do the lizard," which may refer to an actual dance move or could be a metaphor for something else. The next line, "pull yourself together and take a listen," suggests that the lizard dance may serve as a means of bringing oneself into focus or gaining clarity. The mention of a flask and liquid may imply the use of drugs or alcohol as a means of achieving this state of mind.
As the song progresses, the lyrics become increasingly surreal and nonsensical. The instruction to "lick your friends until they start to quiver" is especially bizarre, and suggests an element of sexual or sensual exploration. The repeated refrain of "look around. All around" may be an encouragement to take in one's surroundings and appreciate the world, even if it seems strange or intimidating.
The final lines of the song offer a sort of resolution, with the advice to "save yourself from falling down" and the assertion that one cannot be found "underground." This could imply a desire to rise above one's problems or concerns and live a more fulfilling life. The reference to the "foolish wisher" and the idea of becoming a lizard could be interpreted in various ways – perhaps as a warning against naive or foolish wishes, or as a call to embrace fluidity and adaptability in one's life.
Line by Line Meaning
When I tell you people to do the lizard, pull yourself together and take a listen.
Follow my instructions to perform the lizard dance and listen attentively.
Take my flask and sip the liquid. Forgive me now for what I might deliver.
Drink from my flask and excuse me if I say or do something unusual.
Look around. All around.
Observe your surroundings thoroughly.
Lick your friends until they start to quiver. I ask myself if to give is richer.
Tease your friends until they shake and I wonder if being generous is worthwhile.
Save yourself from falling down. All around.
Prevent yourself from stumbling.
There's no chance you can be found underground.
You can't be discovered if you remain hidden.
There's a thing we say about the foolish wisher.
We have a saying for those who wish for foolish things.
Just do the dance and become the lizard.
Simply perform the lizard dance and transform into a lizard.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: JASON L. BIELER, MATTHEW A. KRAMER
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@dannywaystedofficialhardnh2235
1. Cruelty 0:00
2. Hostile Youth 2:44
3. Feel the Same Way 6:03
4. Freedom 8:46
5. God of 42nd Street 12:58
6. My Dog 16:58
7. Peppermint Tribe 17:49
8. Love is on the Way 22:41
9. The Lizard 27:10
10. All Alright 31:08
11. Sleep 35:00
12. All I Want 36:03
13. Body Bags 39:48
14. Miss Jones 43:10
15. World Goes Round 45:49
16. Chanel 50:45
@dannywaystedofficialhardnh2235
1. Cruelty 0:00
2. Hostile Youth 2:44
3. Feel the Same Way 6:03
4. Freedom 8:46
5. God of 42nd Street 12:58
6. My Dog 16:58
7. Peppermint Tribe 17:49
8. Love is on the Way 22:41
9. The Lizard 27:10
10. All Alright 31:08
11. Sleep 35:00
12. All I Want 36:03
13. Body Bags 39:48
14. Miss Jones 43:10
15. World Goes Round 45:49
16. Chanel 50:45
@alexsaucedo8032
Great album with great songs. Oldie but goodie here. I saw this album tour twice and met them too. . Signed my CD 💿
Love this band. . Right on. Very cool 😎
🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘
@zebbmorningwood6261
Thanks DW we know our music metal forever amen
@zebbmorningwood6261
Danny check out a band named MUST there not to bad at all peace bro
@threeminuteshate
Man, my friend turned 16 the same summer this came out and we used to drive all over our small town listening to this, Extreme’s III Sides to Every Story, Megadeth’s Countdown to Extinction, and Primus’ Sailing the Seas of Cheese. Damn. Take me back to when we didn’t have to worry about anything more than finding gas money.
@grungil7570
Great soundtrack to your youth.
@johnhutchison9782
Fantastic album !! Great memories of this show, and one close call that almost changed my life forever. About 15 minutes after catching a drum stick from Phil Varone, I was rocking out to Jason Beiler's guitar work when, beyond my left peripheral vision, a large stage diver flew back into the crowd. Nobody tried to catch him, and he snapped my head/neck onto my right shoulder as he headed for the floor. He and in both ended up in a heap on the ground. He was knocked unconscious, and I was sprawled out, unable to feel anything below my neck except a tingling sensation for about 20 seconds. Finally I started to get sensation back in my limbs, and some fellow rockers hoisted me up. Never so terrified that I could be paralyzed at a freaking concert. Still have Phil's drumstick. I tucked it into my boot immediately after I caught it 🤘😛🤘
@danielf462
Wow. Amazing hope u r ok now. Keep rocking!
@johnhutchison9782
@@danielf462 none the worse for wear, thanks Daniel. The numbness and tingling went away by the following morning. Those moments spent laying on the floor, surrounded by the crowd, band playing, and I couldn't move were terrifying. The "oh shit I can't feel my arms or legs!!" thought going through my head was panic inducing. Some people saying "hey man, you okay?" and I'm looking at them thinking "f*** no, I can't feel a damn thing!!!"
@Jesus_Advocate41
I loved that these guys always played an encore. They scared the sh*t out of the headlining act and IMHO; stole the damn show every time. Super underrated band that never really got a decent break