Members
* Lee Hobson Hollis – vocals
* Frank Rahm – guitar
* Roger Ingenthron – guitar
* Markus Weilemann – bass
* Matthias "Beppo" Götte – drums
Discography
* Don't Forget the Fun 7" EP split with Walterelf (1985) X-Mist Records
* Something to Prove (1986) We Bite Records
* Get on the Stage live 7" EP (1987) We Bite Records
* Nothing Is Easy (1987) We Bite Records
* Common Thread (1990) X-Mist Records
* Thanks live album (1990) Dead-Eye Records
* Eating Glass (1992) X-Mist Records
* Joe (1992) X-Mist Records
* Shit For Sale (1994) G.U.N. Records
* Family Values (1995) G.U.N. Records
* Get Off the Stage live (1996) G.U.N. Records
* Coffee, Hair and Real Life compilation (1997)
* Set An Example (2004) Common Thread Records
* A Columbus Feeling (2010) Rookie Records
Stop at Nothing
Spermbirds Lyrics
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You've got to know just who your friends are
(if you got one)
And oh yeah - Your enemies
Keep your head and your eyes
At all times wide open
And if you have to, man
Be ready to move
It doesn't have to be this way
If you ignore and disobey
Or spread confusion and dissmay
Chorus:
'cause they'll stop at nothing
To get what they want
'cause they'll stop at nothing
So why should you
They'll stop at nothing
So make them work
'cause they'll stop at nothing
Stop at nothing
Here's a tip steal a gun
And then learn how to use it
'cause you never know brother...
Or get used to abuse
'cause you're gonna get a lot of it
And there's enough to go around
I know it don't sound nice
But I'll stand by my advice
'cause I understand these things
Chorus:
'cause they'll stop at nothing
To get what they want
'cause they'll stop at nothing
So why should you
They'll stop at nothing
So make them work
'cause they'll stop at nothing
Stop at nothing
Hey you, here's something you could do
Steal their girl and boyfriends too
Then get a lawyer and sue
For dissapointment why not?
Chorus:
'cause they'll stop at nothing
To get what they want
'cause they'll stop at nothing
So why should you
They'll stop at nothing
So make them work
'cause they'll stop at nothing
Stop at nothing
The lyrics to Spermbirds' Stop at Nothing convey a sense of cynicism about the world, and the idea that to succeed, you must be willing to do whatever it takes, even if it involves violence or deception. The singer, whose voice is charged with a sense of urgency, implores the listener to be aware of the people around them and to differentiate between friends and enemies. He advises being constantly on guard, and being prepared to take action if necessary.
The chorus "They'll stop at nothing to get what they want, so why should you?" encapsulates the sense of moral ambiguity that pervades the song. It suggests that the singer feels that in a world where people will do anything to get ahead, there is no choice but to adopt a similar approach. The lyrics "Here's a tip: steal a gun and then learn how to use it" and "Steal their girl and boyfriends too, then get a lawyer and sue for disappointment, why not?" reinforce this idea, reflecting a bleak view of human nature, where everyone is out for themselves, and the only way to survive is to be willing to do whatever it takes.
Line by Line Meaning
To survive in this world
In order to succeed in this world
You've got to know just who your friends are
You must identify your true allies
(if you got one)
(if you have any)
And oh yeah - Your enemies
And also your adversaries
Keep your head and your eyes
Remain alert and vigilant
At all times wide open
Always be aware of your surroundings
And if you have to, man
And if necessary,
Be ready to move
Be prepared to take action
It doesn't have to be this way
This doesn't have to be the case
If you ignore and disobey
If you choose to disregard or defy
Or spread confusion and dissmay
Or create chaos and unease
Chorus:
Chorus:
'cause they'll stop at nothing
Because they will do anything
To get what they want
To achieve their goals
'cause they'll stop at nothing
Because they will relentlessly pursue their objectives
So why should you
So why shouldn't you
They'll stop at nothing
They will not be deterred
So make them work
Challenge them
'cause they'll stop at nothing
Because they will not back down
Stop at nothing
Will not halt their efforts
Here's a tip steal a gun
Here's a suggestion, steal a firearm
And then learn how to use it
And become proficient in its use
'cause you never know brother...
Because you never know what may happen
Or get used to abuse
Or become accustomed to mistreatment
'cause you're gonna get a lot of it
Because you will experience it frequently
And there's enough to go around
And there is plenty of it to share
I know it don't sound nice
I know it doesn't sound pleasant
But I'll stand by my advice
But I will support my recommendation
'cause I understand these things
Because I have knowledge and experience in this area
Chorus:
Chorus:
Hey you, here's something you could do
Hey you, here is something you might consider doing
Steal their girl and boyfriends too
Steal their romantic partners as well
Then get a lawyer and sue
Then retain a lawyer and take legal action
For dissapointment why not?
For disappointment, why not?
Chorus:
Chorus:
'cause they'll stop at nothing
Because they will do anything
To get what they want
To achieve their goals
'cause they'll stop at nothing
Because they will relentlessly pursue their objectives
So why should you
So why shouldn't you
They'll stop at nothing
They will not be deterred
So make them work
Challenge them
'cause they'll stop at nothing
Because they will not back down
Stop at nothing
Will not halt their efforts
Contributed by Ethan L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.