They soon changed their name to The Adicts and became known for their distinctive Clockwork Orange 'Droog' image, which, along with their urgent, uptempo music and light-hearted lyrics, helped set them very much apart from the rest of the genre. Temporary 1980s name changes to ADX and FUN ADICTS, for a children's TV appearance, also occurred.
Their song "Viva La Revolution" was featured in the video game Tony Hawk's Underground.
The band still has all its original members, uncommon for a band with such longevity.
The music of The Adicts proves that punk music is a very broad genre, often featuring extra instruments and sound clips such as carousel music (How Sad), violin played by Derick Cook (Joker in the Pack), gongs and keyboard percussion by Anthony Boyd (Chinese Takeaway), and even completely different songs like the switch to Gain To Lose's Tune #24 at the end of G.I.R.L..
The look of the majority of the bandmates is that of the Droogs from the Stanley Kubrick film A Clockwork Orange based on the book by Anthony Burgess. All white with black combat boots and black bowler hats. The band says that the look appealed to them because of the teenage angst associated with A Clockwork Orange. Singer "Monkey" wears full joker make-up and his clothes are wild, patterned suits, flared trousers, colorful dress shirts, and other such things. His favorites seem to be checkerboard patterns, or polkadots. And of course, there's the obligatory bowler hat and gloves. Along with the look come stage antics involving streamers, confetti, playing cards, joker hats, toy instruments, and glitter just to name a few things.
members:
Keith 'Monkey' Warren - Vocals.
Mel (Spider)Ellis - Bass
Pete Dee Davison - Guitar
Michael 'Kid Dee' Davison - Drums
John 'Scruff' Ellis (Mel’s brother) - Guitar
Dan Gratziani - Violin,Piano,Mandolin
On Me
The Adicts Lyrics
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Is not a dirty four lettered word
So would he ever imagined
Some other kid just wants to get off
And rock to the Blitzkrieg Bop
Coulh he ever should he ever
So wont you do what you do
Wont you do it to me
Wont you do it to me
So wont you do what you do
Wont you do it to me
So wont you do what you do
Wont you do
A girl on the planet of sound
Rode the velvet underground
Has she ever, maybe never, met Lou
Well I been there and got me a shirt
A lick of make up kind of didn't hurt
So can I ever imagine a lipstick-less life
Everyone's got to do
What you do what you do what you
Or you'll never be happy
And that's true
The lyrics to The Adicts's song "On Me" speak to the concept of individuality and the importance of living life on one's own terms. The song starts with a young person realizing that love is not a "dirty four lettered word" after all, suggesting that they may have been previously sheltered from the realities of love and relationships. However, as they begin to explore this new aspect of life, they are also forced to confront the fact that not everyone wants the same things as them. The lyric "some other kid just wants to get off and rock to the Blitzkrieg Bop" suggests that while one person may be focused on love and emotional connection, others may be more interested in the physical aspects of relationships or simply enjoying music and having a good time. The question posed by the song is whether or not these different perspectives can coexist, and whether it's possible to truly understand someone who wants something different from what we want.
The lyrics go on to reference a girl who "rode the velvet underground" (likely a reference to the band) and may or may not have met Lou Reed. This seems to speak to the idea of living life to the fullest and taking advantage of all the opportunities that come your way, even if they seem unlikely or out of reach. The singer himself has "been there and got me a shirt" (presumably from a Velvet Underground concert), and even tried a bit of makeup just for fun. These experiences have helped him open his mind and broaden his horizons, but he acknowledges that others may not be interested in the same things as him. The final line of the song is a simple but powerful reminder that everyone has to do what makes them happy, even if that means going against the expectations of others.
Line by Line Meaning
There's a kid who just found that love
A young person has recently discovered that love is not a taboo topic.
Is not a dirty four lettered word
Love is not a vulgar or obscene term.
So would he ever imagined
He never would have thought about it before.
Some other kid just wants to get off
Another teenager simply wants to have fun.
And rock to the Blitzkrieg Bop
They want to dance to upbeat music.
Coulh he ever should he ever
It's uncertain if he could relate or identify with this lifestyle.
So wont you do what you do
Don't hold back, just be yourself.
Wont you do it to me
I want to experience it too.
A girl on the planet of sound
A woman who listens to music often.
Rode the velvet underground
She enjoys listening to music that is outside of the mainstream.
Has she ever, maybe never, met Lou
She may have never met Lou Reed, the lead singer of the Velvet Underground.
Well I been there and got me a shirt
The artist has been to a concert and bought a souvenir shirt.
A lick of make up kind of didn't hurt
Wearing a small amount of makeup made the singer feel more confident.
So can I ever imagine a lipstick-less life
The singer cannot imagine not wearing makeup.
Everyone's got to do
Everyone must find their own way in life.
What you do what you do what you
Follow your own interests and passions.
Or you'll never be happy
If you don't follow your own path, you will not find true happiness.
And that's true
This is a statement that the singer believes to be unequivocally true.
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Miguel Angel Labastida Rivera
Catch me if you can
When I come your way
Catch me if you can
I'm falling like the rain
Everyday I see you
But you're so far away
Every way I love you
Don't you know I love you so
I would never let you go
I am yours
Whenever you want me
I am yours
Whenever you need me
All I do is dream of you
All through the night
Will I ever hold you
Don't you know I love you so
I would never let you go
I am yours
Whenever you want me
I am yours
Whenever you need me
Don't you know I love you so
I would never ever let you
I am yours
Whenever you want me
I am yours
Whenever you need me
I am yours
Whenever you want me
I am yours
Whenever you need me
Travis Rawlings
My first punk show, The adicts at showcase in corona, my boyfriend sang along to this in my ear. Unforgettable moment, unforgettable show. I am now addicted!!!
Branscam Blahzey
211 always sang this to me when we lived on the streets. I did my best to get that woman to stop drinking. "Booze". She was on her 2nd stage of sorosis. I'm hoping my healing worked on her. Love u sheryl
Dick Solid 76
@Branscam Blahzey is she hot?
Aelistheawesome
I sang it to my crush last thursday... Now, we're together... I love you adicts, thanks a lot <3
Rony Lopez
😢 congratulations, my ex sent me this the very next morning she broke up with me, but i still love this song smh
Raul Amaya
this song is beautiful, the adicts are one of the best
templars1985
This is an amazing band! They kick ass live!
MochiiiUwUxx
Saw the adicts live finally a couple months back after waiting years and years, and not only was it a great small venue where you could see from all angles. But at the end I was able to take a selfie with monkey:) definitely one of my fav concerts!
James Mann
Me too!
Rider On the Storm
They're consistent and dope everytime live! They're a little extra with the confetti but still pretty fun haha