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.
Turn It Up
Squad Five-O Lyrics
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We got shark skin style
An alligators smile
Personality that just don't quit
So take a bite of the danger if you like
Spit it out when you're done with it
So turn it up, I'm not afraid to die
'cause you got nothin' to do
And we've got nothin' to lose
Ohh yeah
Ohh yeah
Ohh yeah
Ohh yeah
I'm a snake gone wild
Guitar wolf child with a sex appeal
You can't understand
We're goin' off Just like a hydrogen bomb
Blowin' up all over Japan
Tonight's the night
So turn it up, don't be afraid to die
'cause you got nothin' to do
And we've got nothin' to lose
Ohh yeah
Ohh yeah
Ohh yeah
Ohh yeah
Ohh yeah
Ohh yeah
Ohh yeah
Ohh yeah
[Incomprehensible]
Shark skin style
An alligators smile
Personality that just don't quit
So take a bite of the danger if you like
Spit it out when you're done with it
Tonights the night
So turn it up, I'm not afraid to die
'cause you got nothin' to do
We've got nothin' to lose
Ohh yeah
Ohh yeah
Ohh
These lyrics by Squad Five-O in "Turn It Up" have a rebellious and fearless tone. The band is expressing their wild and dangerous nature, boasting about their shark skin style and alligator smile. They claim to have a personality that just won't quit, daring listeners to take a bite of the danger they embody. The chorus urges everyone to turn up the volume because "tonight's the night," and they're not afraid to die because they have nothing to lose.
The lead singer's persona is one that is untamed and has a guitar wolf child vibe with sex appeal that is incomprehensible. He showcases his ability to go crazy like a hydrogen bomb and cause chaos all over Japan. The song is essentially about living life to the fullest and not worrying about the consequences. The phrase "tonight's the night" is repeated several times, creating a sense of urgency to live in the moment and embrace the thrill of life.
Line by Line Meaning
Ohh yeah
Expressing confidence and excitement.
We got shark skin style
We exude confidence and style as daring individuals.
An alligators smile
Our demeanor is intimidating and confident like the smile of a fierce predator.
Personality that just don't quit
Our character is resilient and unstoppable.
So take a bite of the danger if you like
We encourage taking risks and living life to the fullest.
Spit it out when you're done with it
But it's also important to know your limits and move on when you've had enough.
Tonights the night
Tonight is a momentous occasion.
So turn it up, I'm not afraid to die
We are fearless and ready to embrace whatever life throws our way.
'cause you got nothin' to do
Because there's no reason not to live life to the fullest.
And we've got nothin' to lose
We don't have anything holding us back from taking risks and pursuing adventure.
I'm a snake gone wild
I'm like a snake that is unpredictable and uncontrollable.
Guitar wolf child with a sex appeal
I'm a charismatic musician with sex appeal.
You can't understand
Our unique character and way of life is not something easily understood by others.
We're goin' off Just like a hydrogen bomb
We're living life with explosive energy and without restraint.
Blowin' up all over Japan
Our free-spirited way of life is spreading like wildfire.
[Incomprehensible]
Unknown meaning.
So turn it up, don't be afraid to die
Live life to the fullest and don't let fear hold you back.
We've got nothin' to lose
Without anything weighing us down, we're free to take risks and pursue adventure.
Ohh yeah
An expression of confidence and excitement.
Lyrics © CARLIN AMERICA INC, KEITH SYKES MUSIC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: TODD SNIDER
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