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.
Statistic
Teenage Bottlerocket Lyrics
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Cause you're masochistic
You're so sadistic
I'm gonna go ballistic
Let's be realistic
Don't want to be so narcissistic
Try to be optimistic
Think of something simplistic
You became a statistic
Couldn't wait till tomorrow
Couldn't just stay awake
I wish that you would've waited
And died another day
You became a statistic
In Teenage Bottlerocket's song "Statistic," the lyrics explore themes of self-destructive behavior and the consequences that come with it. The opening line, "You became a statistic," suggests that the subject of the song has fallen into a pattern of destructive actions, which ultimately leads to negative outcomes. The following lines, "Cause you're masochistic, You're so sadistic," imply that the person takes pleasure in their own pain and derives satisfaction from causing harm to others.
The line "I'm gonna go ballistic" reflects the frustration and anger the singer feels towards the subject, possibly due to their destructive behavior affecting the singer directly. The lyrics also highlight the need for realism and avoiding narcissism. The line "Don't want to be so narcissistic, Try to be optimistic" suggests that the singer is trying to maintain a positive outlook despite the negative circumstances.
The phrase "Think of something simplistic, It's just another logistic" urges the subject to reconsider their actions and adopt a more straightforward approach to life's challenges. Ultimately, the lyrics express regret over the subject's premature demise, with the lines "Couldn't wait till tomorrow, Couldn't just stay awake, I wish that you would've waited, And died another day." These lines emphasize the idea that a different choice could have prevented the tragic consequences.
Overall, "Statistic" delves into the destructive habits of an individual and the impact of their actions, urging listeners to consider the consequences of their own choices.
Line by Line Meaning
You became a statistic
You have become a part of a data set or group that represents a particular trend or outcome.
Cause you're masochistic
Because you enjoy experiencing pain or suffering, either physically or emotionally.
You're so sadistic
You derive pleasure from causing pain or suffering to others.
I'm gonna go ballistic
I am going to become extremely angry or furious.
Let's be realistic
Let's be practical and face the truth.
Don't want to be so narcissistic
I don't want to have an excessive preoccupation with myself.
Try to be optimistic
Make an effort to have a positive outlook or attitude.
Think of something simplistic
Consider something that is simple and uncomplicated.
It's just another logistic
It is just another practical or organizational matter.
Couldn't wait till tomorrow
Couldn't have the patience to wait for the next day.
Couldn't just stay awake
Couldn't simply remain conscious or not fall asleep.
I wish that you would've waited
I wish you had postponed your actions or decision.
And died another day
And met your death on a different day, not today.
You became a statistic
You have become a part of a data set or group that represents a particular trend or outcome.
Lyrics © MURDERCAR MUSIC
Written by: Ray Carlisle
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