Society's Parasites saw its birth in 1997.
Started by brothers Jimmy (d… Read Full Bio ↴Society's Parasites saw its birth in 1997.
Started by brothers Jimmy (drums) and Freddy (vocals/guitar), their intentions were simple; to start a musical project that would let them release their anger and tension through loud vocals and loud instruments.

The band underwent changes in 1998 and then again in 2005, finalizing the current line up with Vince on guitar and Andy Effe on bass. Enough with the history, lets get to the fun part...
Slipping away from the more melodic/sing along style of Punk rock, Society's Parasites offer a genre that is genuine to their Punk rock roots. The sound is in your face and aimed to blow your ears away at a blazing speed. The style is fast, angry, and slips away from the basics with insane guitar licks/bends, deranged bass lines, and screaming vocals.
The attitude is real, from the gang infested streets of Echo Park, Los Angeles. With influences ranging from bands and musicians like Filth, Muddy Waters, and Rancid, Society's Parasites have produced a genre that is different from the typical punk rock that is plagued with repetitive sing along songs that make you want to hug and pogo with the person standing beside you.
Society's Parasites will NOT make you want to do such a thing. During the bands set you will want to take out your brass knuckles, clench your fist, and violently beat the person standing beside you. Let the mayhem begin...
Society's Parasites signed a record deal with Hellcat Records and released their debut full length in 2007. The cd version contained 15 tracks, and a limited edition version was released on vinyl that contained an extra track and different artwork.

In the City
Society's Parasites Lyrics

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In a back alley down at Union Place, I saw a man get killed for his fix
The little girl that lives next door, she's fucking for her family providing for her home
And when the sky starts turning black, another mother is crying because her son is dying
Here in the city you can never close your eyes, because that man next to you is the devil in disguise

Ch: Death, destruction, pollution and corruption, the city never sleeps it's a local genocide.
And there's no heaven when you're in hell, so live it and breathe it cause there's no way you can deceive it.

Look out the window and see the ghetto bird, it's looking for the criminal that's been disturbed
The sounding sirens awake all the thugs because they wanna get their hands on the big bad cop
So walk the block and catch a glimpse of my life, i tell you man it ain't so nice
I love the city cause it never sleeps, it's filled with thugs, hooligans, and freaks

Ch: Death, destruction, pollution and corruption, the city never sleeps it's a local genocide
And there's no heaven when you're in hell, so live it and breathe it cause there's no way you can deceive it.

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "In The City" by Society's Parasites explore the dark realities of urban life, particularly in low-income neighborhoods. The first verse describes a scene of drug addiction and violence, where a man is killed for his fix in a back alley. This harsh reality is juxtaposed with the image of a young girl next door who is forced to sell her body in order to support her family. The song goes on to highlight the persistent crime and corruption in the city, with mothers mourning the loss of their sons to violence and police brutality exacerbating the cycle of poverty.

The chorus emphasizes the bleakness of this reality, with death, destruction, pollution, and corruption serving as constant reminders of the urban decay. The idea that there is no heaven, only hell, suggests that hope is scarce in this environment. The final verse describes the constant presence of the police, whose heavy-handed tactics only further escalate tensions in the community.

Overall, this song offers a raw and unflinching look at the devastating impact of urban poverty and systemic inequality. It highlights the urgent need for change and justice in these communities.

Line by Line Meaning

In a back alley down at Union Place, I saw a man get killed for his fix
I witnessed a man being murdered for drugs in a remote location.

The little girl that lives next door, she's fucking for her family providing for her home
The girl next door is engaging in sexual activities to provide for her family and support her home.

And when the sky starts turning black, another mother is crying because her son is dying
Whenever it gets dark outside, another mother is left mourning the loss of her son who has died.

Here in the city you can never close your eyes, because that man next to you is the devil in disguise
In the city, one can never let their guard down, as someone next to them could potentially be a dangerous individual hiding their true intentions.

Death, destruction, pollution and corruption, the city never sleeps it's a local genocide.
The city is full of death, destruction, pollution, and corruption, and the ongoing chaos and harm to the citizens is akin to a genocide.

And there's no heaven when you're in hell, so live it and breathe it cause there's no way you can deceive it.
If you're stuck in this hellish environment, there's no way you can pretend it's otherwise, so you may as well embrace it and make it a part of your life.

Look out the window and see the ghetto bird, it's looking for the criminal that's been disturbed
Observing the scene outside the window, you can see a helicopter searching for a criminal who has committed a crime.

The sounding sirens awake all the thugs because they wanna get their hands on the big bad cop
The sirens are alerting the criminals so that they can try to violently attack the policeman they see as the enemy.

So walk the block and catch a glimpse of my life, i tell you man it ain't so nice
If you stroll around the neighborhood and witness my daily life, you'll see that it's far from pleasant.

I love the city cause it never sleeps, it's filled with thugs, hooligans, and freaks
Despite the dangers and challenges, the city's constant activity and diverse population are appealing to me, as it's filled with people who are rebellious, violent, and bizarre.

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Written by: CHARLES EDWARD DANIELS

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