As well as being classed as a “punk revival” band (reminiscent of British 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 Thievin’ 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).
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.
Back to You
Swingin Utters Lyrics
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Drank all the pubs bone-dry in seconds flat
Been to holes in walls and bathroom stalls from the states to foreign parts
And I'm always left with sickness in my heart
So I'm comin' back to you
To what's always right and true
Comin' back to my saving grace
The lyrics to Swingin Utters's song Back To You are a story of a person who has traveled far and wide, experiencing all sorts of places and situations, but still feels unfulfilled. The character has gone to every town, drank every bar dry, and explored both the states and foreign lands. However, despite all of these experiences, the character feels an emptiness in their heart. The person knows what their saving grace is, and that is returning to the person who has always been there for them. The character is ready to come back home to what is always right and true, to the person who has been there for them through thick and thin.
The song highlights how important it is to have a place to call home and someone to be with. Despite all the adventures and experiences that the character has gained, there is still a void that they cannot fill. The lyrics echo the idea that no matter how far you go or how much life you experience, there is nothing quite like the comfort and love of a supportive partner. The song is a reminder that no matter where your travels take you, home is always where the heart is.
Line by Line Meaning
Well I've been to town down every road and back
I have traveled far and wide to explore all the towns and cities.
Drank all the pubs bone-dry in seconds flat
I have visited many pubs and bars and consumed all their alcohol in a very short amount of time.
Been to holes in walls and bathroom stalls from the states to foreign parts
I have visited shady places like bars and restrooms in different parts of the world.
And I'm always left with sickness in my heart
Despite all the fun and excitement, I always feel unwell emotionally and spiritually.
So I'm comin' back to you
I am returning to the person or place that I consider my home or safe haven.
To what's always right and true
I am going back to what is morally sound and authentic.
Comin' back to my saving grace
I am returning to the one thing that can rescue me from my troubles or problems.
And I'm stayin' there with you
I plan to remain with the person or place that can provide me with comfort and stability.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., ESSENTIAL MUSIC PUBLISHING
Written by: ALAN POWELL, DAVID GARCIA, BEN GLOVER
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