The band released their debut EP A Bomb on a Laramie communal label, One Legged Pup, in 2002 and soon after on October 31st 2003 the band released their first album, Another Way, on vinyl only through that same label.
After touring through 2004, they set to work on their next release, Total, which was released in April 2005 through Red Scare. After more touring in support of Total, and a spot on the warped tour, they recorded their next LP for Red Scare, Warning Device, which was released on January 8, 2008. A video was released for the song "In the Basement" on December 28, 2007.
On February 10th 2009, Teenage Bottlerocket signed with punk label Fat Wreck Chords, later releasing They Came From The Shadows, their fourth album, on the 15th of September.
The band's most recent album, Tales From Wyoming was released in the spring of 2015 through Rise Records.
On November 7th, 2015 drummer Brandon Carlisle passed away after being hospitalized and comatose for a few days prior. Following the news of his passing, the band was initially ambiguous as to whether or not they would continue on but announced shortly thereafter that, with the addition of Darren Chewka formerly of Old Wives, Teenage Bottlerocket would indeed continue as a band.
Not OK
Teenage Bottlerocket Lyrics
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And now it's happening again
Feels like the walls are closing in
Now I'm getting sick of all the stupid things you do
The promises you made but never followed through
And I'm surprised you got this far with your IQ
You gotta get it through your head
It's not OK you can't keep fucking around with me
It's not OK I wish that you would just let me be
The time has come and gone for you to see
That it's not OK
I don't feel alright, I've got a sick feeling inside
And now it's happening again
Feels like the walls are closing in
Now I'm getting sick of all the stupid things you do
The promises you made but never followed through
And I'm surprised you got this far with your IQ
You gotta get it through your head
It's not OK you can't keep fucking around with me
It's not OK you're getting on my nerves constantly
It's not OK I wish that you would just let me be
The time has come and gone for you to see
That it's not OK
I tried to tell myself that it would be alright
But I can't think when I can't sleep at night
I can't sleep at night
You gotta get it through your head
It's not OK you can't keep fucking around with me
It's not OK you're getting on my nerves constantly
It's not OK I wish that you would just let me be
The time has come and gone for you to see
That it's not OK
The song "Not OK" by Teenage Bottlerocket is a high-energy expression of frustration that is directed towards a person who is unable to follow through on their promises, thus causing the singer to experience a sick feeling within themselves. The internal turmoil is reflected in the walls closing in and the inability to sleep at night. The repetition in the lyrics emphasizes the intensity of the situation and the urgency of the singer's message.
The lyrics convey a sense of powerlessness in the face of someone who cannot or will not change their behavior. The repeated refrain of "It's not OK" speaks to the need for boundaries and consequences. The use of profanity underscores the frustration the singer feels and emphasizes the severity of the situation. The final line, "The time has come and gone for you to see / That it's not OK," is a powerful statement that highlights the importance of recognizing when a situation is no longer acceptable.
Line by Line Meaning
I don't feel alright, I've got a sick feeling inside
The singer is experiencing a negative emotion and feels unwell.
And now it's happening again
This feeling has occurred before and is recurring.
Feels like the walls are closing in
The singer feels trapped and overwhelmed.
Now I'm getting sick of all the stupid things you do
The artist is tired of the other person's actions.
The promises you made but never followed through
The other person has made commitments but hasn't kept them.
And I'm surprised you got this far with your IQ
The singer is puzzled at the other person's decision-making.
You gotta get it through your head
The singer is trying to convey a message to the other person.
It's not OK you can't keep fucking around with me
The other person's behavior is causing the artist harm and is unacceptable.
It's not OK you're getting on my nerves constantly
The other person's actions are irritating and bothersome to the artist.
It's not OK I wish that you would just let me be
The artist wants the other person to leave them alone.
The time has come and gone for you to see
The singer believes the other person should have understood by now.
That it's not OK
The artist is emphasizing that the other person's behavior is not acceptable.
I tried to tell myself that it would be alright
The singer attempted to reassure themselves but it didn't work.
But I can't think when I can't sleep at night
The singer's lack of sleep is affecting their ability to think clearly.
Writer(s): teenage bottlerocket
Contributed by Joshua N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
tyler p
this is my new “for when im in a really good mood” band 😎
syntaxerror2341
I know this isn't one of your cover videos but you my good sir are a badass bass player. You also have great taste in music. Keep doing what you're doing.
hockeyrocks5757
They all seem like really cool dudes. I can't wait to see them in November. Its gonna be sick
James Gazdik
Pretty much the coolest band out there!
jim dawe
@kidsonmeth 21st century breakdown is musically their best album. give it a listen from start to finish. when you follow the concept you'll really appreciate how good it actually is. i do personally prefer the old albums though. going to pasalaqua is my favourite song i think.
hellstoocold
this song is like my anthem right now
butterstix 24
Oh my god, this is my opinion on them exactly! Even down to Going to Pasalaqua being my favorite GD song lol
hockeyrocks5757
It has some tough competition. Do What?, Todayo, Skate Or Die and Bigger Than Kiss are my favorites. I just have to give sometime for the rest of the album to sink in. Side point, I swear Forbidden Planet sounds like its a Lillington track
ThatOneBassist013
Seeing them this Sunday!!
hockeyrocks5757
Yea I love the Lillingtons. I've never heard of Sack. I'll check them out