Suburban Kids with Biblical Names is a Swedish band formed in December 2003… Read Full Bio ↴Suburban Kids with Biblical Names is a Swedish band formed in December 2003 by Johan Hedberg and Peter Gunnarsson. They put two songs on a website in 2004 and soon after were signed to Labrador Records. The phrase "suburban kids with biblical names" is taken from the song People by the Silver Jews.

They make and record their music in the hallway of the storehouse at Peter's parents' home. Johan makes simple drafts of the songs and then Peter polishes them and turns them into shiny pop songs. The near-unique Suburban Kids with Biblical Names combine intelligent, often darkly humorous, lyrics and a bewildering mix of musical styles from skiffle through African hi-life and electronica to produce infectious DIY pop.

Suburban Kids with Biblical Names' debut album #3 - following their first two EPs #1 & #2 - was released in 2005 by Labrador Records and subsequently released in the US by Minty Fresh and in the UK & Ireland by yesboyicecream records, receiving widespread critical acclaim (8/10 - NME; 4/5 - Uncut, The Guardian, Q, The Wire, Plan B).

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Little Boys in the Ghetto
Suburban Kids with Biblical Names Lyrics

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The dirty dogs
Were gathering
Outside the pizzeria
And someone had written, 'I love maria'

All the fresh mcs had their fresh mc show
Outside where I bought some chips
Sour cream and onion with dip

All the kids were on bikes and I heard that sound
All their gasses flew up high and I heard that sound
All their bombs went loud and I heard that sound
All the cars bumped around and I heard that sound

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The older punks
With espresso drinks
Outside the cafeteria
Dicussing all the rubbish on the stereo
And the younger punks
With all their plans
Outside the pizzeria
Talking about which tba to play that day

All the kids were on bikes and I heard that sound
All their gasses flew up high and I heard that sound
They were raising up and down and I heard that sound
All the cars bumped around and I heard that sound
They were raising up and down and I heard that sound
All the cars bumped around and I heard that sound

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Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Suburban Kids with Biblical Names' song Little Boys in the Ghetto capture a moment in time in an urban neighborhood where different groups of people converge in public spaces. The scene is bustling with activity - the "dirty dogs" outside the pizzeria, someone's declaration of love for Maria scrawled on the wall - all set against a soundtrack of music and noise from various sources. The MCs are performing their show outside, while the older and younger punks discuss music and make plans. Meanwhile, the sound of bikes, cars and bombs punctuate the atmosphere.

The song captures the energy and vibrancy of a diverse community, with different groups co-existing and interacting in the same space. The lyrics suggest that despite the noise and chaos, there is a sense of joy and collaboration, as the different sounds come together to create a unique and lively environment.

Overall, the song seems to celebrate the beauty of diversity and community, encouraging listeners to embrace and appreciate the richness that can be found amidst the chaos of everyday life.

Line by Line Meaning

The dirty dogs
A group of shady characters

Were gathering
Assembling, possibly for mischief

Outside the pizzeria
In front of the pizza place

And someone had written, 'I love maria'
A declaration of affection was scrawled nearby

All the fresh mcs had their fresh mc show
Rappers were displaying their skills

Outside where I bought some chips
Near the snack shop I visited

Sour cream and onion with dip
Flavor of chips purchased

All the kids were on bikes and I heard that sound
Children were riding bicycles, audible as they went past

All their gasses flew up high and I heard that sound
As they rode, their wheels kicked up dust and debris

All their bombs went loud and I heard that sound
The rattling noise of their bikes on uneven ground

All the cars bumped around and I heard that sound
Other vehicles were also experiencing rough terrain