They released their first two albums, 'What I Believe' and 'Fight The System' on independent labels, and signed to Tooth & Nail Records, they released their third album 'Bombs Over Broadway' in summer 2000. The earliest version of the band played ska-punk and has since moved to punk and finally to a rock and roll sound.
In spring 2002, Squad Five-O released their self-titled album, followed by a deal with Capitol Records in 2003. Their last album 'Late News Breaking' was released in summer 2004.
In the summer of 2005, Squad Five-O decided to call it quits.
"This is not the end. It's but the beginning of the reformation." -Jeff Fortson
Members of Squad Five-O have gone on to form or join the bands Gasoline Heart, the Reformation, holy!holy!, Adam and Dave's Bloodline and Marah.
Lost In The City
Squad Five-O Lyrics
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It took my time, took my money, took my car.
Left me broken down with nothing better to do.
Than wander around with these holes in my pockets and holes in my shoes.
I walk these city streets.
Mile after mile of cold concrete.
It all looks the same to me.
Lost in the city.
They don't think twice, they move on by without a clue.
Six strings on my back, danger up ahead.
I'll keep myself alive if I can keep moving forward and keep my head.
And all these people seen so cold.
Their neon castles have al but robbed them of their souls.
But I'm just broken down with nothing better to do.
Than wander around with these holes in my pockets and holes in my shoes.
I'm lost again, lost in the city.
Ain't it a pity, I'm lost in the city.
The lyrics of Squad Five-O's song "Lost in the City" encapsulate the feeling of being alone and helpless in a bustling metropolis. The opening line, "This filthy city ain't got no heart," sets the tone for the rest of the song - a city that is cold, unforgiving, and unapologetic. The singer recounts how the city has stripped him of his time, money, and even his car, and left him with nothing to his name. He meanders aimlessly through the streets, feeling lost and disconnected from the people around him.
The imagery of "holes in my pockets and holes in my shoes" adds to this feeling of helplessness and vulnerability. The concrete jungle offers no respite, and the singer is left to fend for himself. The only thing he has is his guitar, which he carries with him as a symbol of his determination to survive. The cars whizzing by him represent the fast pace of life in the city and the driver's lack of sympathy for pedestrians. The fluorescent lights and towering buildings serve as a reminder of how all-consuming the city can be, leaving even its inhabitants feeling hollow and soulless.
Overall, "Lost in the City" is a powerful critique of urban life and its impact on the human psyche. The loneliness and isolation that come with living in a crowded, bustling metropolis are palpable in the lyrics, and the song serves as a cautionary tale for those who feel drawn to the bright lights and big city dreams.
Line by Line Meaning
This filthy city ain't got no heart.
The city is devoid of any sense of community and has caused me to feel isolated and alone.
It took my time, took my money, took my car.
The city has taken everything from me, leaving me with nothing to my name.
Left me broken down with nothing better to do.
The city has left me feeling powerless and aimless.
Than wander around with these holes in my pockets and holes in my shoes.
All I can do is roam the city aimlessly, with no direction or purpose in mind.
I walk these city streets.
I spend my days wandering around the urban landscape.
Mile after mile of cold concrete.
Every street and sidewalk looks the same, and the whole city feels sterile and uninviting.
It all looks the same to me.
The city feels monotonous and unchanging, with no unique character or charm.
Lost in the city.
I feel aimless and unable to find my way, both physically and mentally.
The cars pass me by on the avenue.
People in this city are too busy with their own lives to pay attention to those around them.
They don't think twice, they move on by without a clue.
People here are apathetic and uninterested in the well-being of those around them.
Six strings on my back, danger up ahead.
Despite the difficulties of life in the city, I continue to carry on with my guitar, using music as a way to persevere through the challenges.
I'll keep myself alive if I can keep moving forward and keep my head.
I am determined to survive in this city, even if it means constant movement and perseverance.
And all these people seen so cold.
The people in this city appear to lack compassion and empathy, making it difficult to connect with anyone.
Their neon castles have al but robbed them of their souls.
The city's materialism and focus on consumerism has drained people of their vitality and individuality.
But I'm just broken down with nothing better to do.
Despite the difficult circumstances, I continue to exist in the city with no real purpose or direction.
I'm lost again, lost in the city.
I continue to struggle in this city and feel like I have no sense of direction or purpose.
Ain't it a pity, I'm lost in the city.
It's a sad state of affairs that I continue to feel so aimless and helpless in this city.
Lyrics Š CAPITOL CHRISTIAN MUSIC GROUP, Capitol CMG Publishing
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