As well as being classed as a "punk revival" band (reminiscent of UK 1970s bands such as Stiff Little Fingers, The Damned, Sham 69 and Eddie & the Hot Rods), Swingin' Utters have increasingly shown themselves to be influenced by Irish folk, particularly The Pogues. The Utters paid homage to their influences with a stellar cover of Cocksparrer's I Got Your Number on the Blackout compilation Punk Rock Jukebox.
Members of the Swingin' Utters have been involved in many musical side-projects, most notably Johnny Bonnel and Darius Koski's Filthy Thieving Bastards and Druglords of the Avenue (formed in Oakland, California in 2004), and Spike Slawson's Me First and the Gimme Gimmes (in which he is the singer). Drummer Greg McIntee's side project Viva Hate was founded with Tiger Army bassist Geoff Kresge and singer Matt Wedgley of The Force. Guitarist Jack Dalrymple formed and fronted the Fat Wreck band Dead to Me after One Man Army disbanded. Dalrymple, Slawson and Koski also play together in the Re-Volts.
Swingin' Utters tracks have been used in the soundtracks of computer games including "Five Lessons Learned", which appeared on the soundtrack to the Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 2 and "Stupid Lullabies" which was used as the title track to Dave Mirra Freestyle BMX.
Come on
Swingin' Utters Lyrics
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The song "Come On" is a high-energy punk rock offering by the Swingin' Utters that implores the listener to let loose and engage in the revelry of live music. The opening commands the audience: "Come on!" as if to beckon them to the stage where the band is playing. The frenetic pace and pulsing beat of the music further emphasize the call to action.
As the song progresses, the lyrics suggest an underlying sense of rebellion, with lines referencing a "mad revolution" and calling for people to "take the world by the throat." Additionally, lyrics mentioning "false institutions" and "rich overlords" possibly hint at themes of political unrest and social upheaval. However, the overall tone of the song remains upbeat and encourages listeners to join in the celebration, suggesting that the subtext of the lyrics is a call to embrace freedom and individuality.
Overall, "Come On" by Swingin' Utters is a rousing anthem meant to inspire listeners to let loose and enjoy the energy and passion of live music, while also suggesting an underlying call to action and resistance against societal constraints.
Line by Line Meaning
Come on!
Let's go or start something, let's take action and not hesitate.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: DISCO FUNKY
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