"We're a touring act, and we've been on the road pretty much non-stop over the last decade," explains Doughty, offering that the more recent creation of the band's own local recording studio and rehearsal clubhouse (within the warehouse district of Mission Valley just inland of Ocean Beach) certainly aided and influenced their last release Top of the World, and has inspired their latest sessions, which the band anticipates could stretch into a few different recording projects.
"Over the last 3 years we started our own studio and within the last 9 months, anticipating the window for new album sessions, the band has invested into innovations and equipment upgrades for the studio in a quest to capture and progress our signature sound forward. Having our own studio really enables us to make records at our own pace and to make the right records, hopefully (with a grin) at various stages of our career,” Doughty continues. “What's nice about having our own environment to record in and analyze the music is it really lets you keep an organic feel. For us, I feel like it's a step into the next level, as far as understanding the process of recording, understanding the process of songwriting. We took everything that we've learned over the years and really put it into this place and into our music.” The property also houses the creative loft space that has become the official offices of the band’s own label Stoopid Records, which issued the band’s second album in 1999 Acoustic Roots, and has continued to be their preferred method of distributing the band’s recorded material.
Another key ingredient to what makes Slightly Stoopid extraordinarily special is the inclusion of several musical guests, both live and in the studio. "It really keeps that 'family atmosphere' for us,” says Doughty. “I think it really shows in the music — we live for the spirit of collaboration and on Top of The World we had G. Love, Angelo Moore from Fishbone, Don Carlos, Barrington Levy, Ian Neville from Dumpstaphunk, Tory Ruffin from Morris Day and the Time and Fishbone, and singer/songwriter Angela Hunte. Angelo Moore to me is one of the greatest front-men to ever step foot on a stage. As a fan and out of respect, I try to do something with Angelo every time we have a record, really. If you listen to his lyrics, his vocal performance—I don't know who could keep up with Angelo on stage. Don Carlos from Black Uhuru is one of the legendary reggae singers of all time and we've had the pleasure of working with him the last few years. We've been friends with G. Love for over 15 years, and we've been able to work together quite a few different times in the studio. It seems like second nature. Whenever you're recording with G., it's almost like you're really just hanging out with your bro and you happen to hit record. We've done so many shows together and so many studio sessions, it becomes second nature.“
Punk Rock Billy
Slightly Stoopid Lyrics
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Punk rock Billy
Punk rock Billy
Punk rock Billy was an average Joe
Kickin' kids shins with his steel boot toe
With his chin up high and his feet down low
So no one tells him which way to go
And I don't know just what it will take
Watch and see all of his mistakes
Stumbling onto the ground again
And off to the jail house is where he's sent
He wore his pants too low
He spiked his hair too high, he never said goodbye
That punk rock Billy, punk rock Billy, he's the one
That punk rock Billy, he's the one
Ain't nobody gonna fuck with me
Knowin' they'll end up D E A D
Why the fuck would they call L A P D
'Cause you know those dudes can't catch me
Say where I live there's no sunshine
Kickin' in heads and your behind
Wanna fuck with me just one more time
Punk rock Billy this is your last time
He wore his pants too low
He spiked his hair too high, he never said goodbye
That punk rock Billy, that punk rock Billy, he's the one
That punk rock Billy, he's the one
Punk rock Billy
Punk rock Billy
Punk rock Billy
The song "Punk Rock Billy" by Slightly Stoopid is a song that tells the story of a rebellious character, Punk Rock Billy. The song describes how Punk Rock Billy's personality and choices have led him to become an outcast in society. The lyrics speak of how he often kicks kids shins with his steel boot toe and holds his chin up high and his feet down low, which suggests that he is confident in his rebellious ways and does not care what others think of him. The lyrics also mention how he wears his pants too low and spikes his hair too high, which signifies that he is trying to express his individuality through his appearance.
As the song progresses, the lyrics suggest that Punk Rock Billy's rebellious ways may lead to his downfall. The lyrics mention how he will make mistakes and, eventually, end up in jail. Despite this, he still refuses to conform to societal norms, and the lyrics suggest that he is not afraid of anyone coming after him. Punk Rock Billy even goes as far as to say that no one can mess with him, and if they do, they will end up "D E A D." Towards the end of the song, it seems like the consequences of Punk Rock Billy's actions are finally catching up with him. He is warned that this is his last chance to change his ways before something terrible happens.
Overall, "Punk Rock Billy" is a song that tells the story of a rebellious character who refuses to conform to societal norms. The song suggests that while it is good to be unique and express individuality, sometimes being too defiant can have serious consequences.
Line by Line Meaning
Punk rock Billy was an average Joe
Punk rock Billy was just like any other person
Kickin' kids shins with his steel boot toe
He was violent towards children and used his steel-toed boots to kick them
With his chin up high and his feet down low
He had an arrogant and defiant attitude
So no one tells him which way to go
He refused to be told what to do or how to act
And I don't know just what it will take
The artist is unsure of how to make him change his ways
Watch and see all of his mistakes
Others are waiting for him to mess up
Stumbling onto the ground again
He continues to make mistakes and fall
And off to the jail house is where he's sent
He is repeatedly arrested and sent to jail
He wore his pants too low
He deliberately dressed in a way that was considered rebellious or inappropriate
He spiked his hair too high, he never said goodbye
He had a punk rock image and didn't care about being polite
That punk rock Billy, punk rock Billy, he's the one
He is the quintessential punk rock rebel
Ain't nobody gonna fuck with me
He is confident that he cannot be hurt or defeated
Knowin' they'll end up D E A D
Others will suffer serious consequences if they mess with him
Why the fuck would they call L A P D
The singer doesn't understand why someone would involve the police
'Cause you know those dudes can't catch me
He believes he is too fast and elusive for the police
Say where I live there's no sunshine
His environment is dark and negative
Kickin' in heads and your behind
He continues to use violence and aggression against others
Wanna fuck with me just one more time
He is daring others to try and mess with him again
Punk rock Billy this is your last time
This is his final warning before severe consequences occur
Punk rock Billy
The artist is addressing and acknowledging him
Punk rock Billy
The artist is repeating his name
Punk rock Billy
The artist is emphasizing his identity
Lyrics © Downtown Music Publishing
Written by: KYLE ALEXANDER MCDONALD, MICHAEL CHARLES HAPPOLDT, MILES DOUGHTY
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Macy Nelson
on 2 AM
Is this song about the 27 club?