They made a name for themselves by consistently touring over the United States. Rather than signing with a known label, they initially decided to found their own, Chunksaah Records (named after their long-time friend Timmy Chunks), but are now releasing their albums on Epitaph Records.
The Bouncing Souls are one of the best selling and longest lived of the punk bands from New Jersey, following the legacy of previously successful punk bands Adrenalin OD and the Misfits.
DISCOGRAPHY
Studio albums
The Good, The Bad & The Argyle (1994)
Maniacal Laughter (1996)
Bouncing Souls (1997)
Hopeless Romantic (1999)
How I Spent My Summer Vacation (2001)
Anchors Aweigh (2003)
The Gold Record (2006)
Ghosts on the Boardwalk (2010)
Comet (2012)
Live and Compilation albums
The Bad the Worse and the Out of Print (2002)
Live (2005)
Splits
BYO Split Series, Vol. 4 (With Anti-Flag) (2002)
EPs
The Greenball Crew (1993)
Tie One On (1998)
Fight to Live (1999)
Gone (2001)
DVDs
Do You Remember? 15 Years of the Bouncing Souls (2003)
Live at the Glasshouse (2005)
""7" Records"
Ugly Bill (1991) (pressed on black and also transparent green wax)
"The Argyle e.p. (1993) (pressed on black, yellow, green, and red wax, some had green and yellow covers)
"Tales Of Doomed Romance" (1994) (split ep with the band Buglite pressed on red and black wax)
"Neurotic" (1994) (pressed on black and yellow wax)
"Bouncing Souls/Weston split" (1994) (pressed on black and red wax)
"Split EP" (1995) (pressed on black with the bands basic skills, youth gone mad, and the reviled, some have red stamped cover some black)
"Johnny X" (1995) (pressed on black wax)
"Fight to Live" (1999) (pressed on orange wax, distributed by epitaph europe)
"Tales Of Doomed Romance" (2001) (reissued split ep with the band ZeroZero pressed on yellow and black wax)
"Bouncing Souls/Lucky Stiffs Split" (2005) (pressed on splatter wax and 1500 picture disks)
I Get Lost
The Bouncing Souls Lyrics
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I don't want to be something I'm not.
Every time I try, every time I chase,
Something that's wrong or right.
I get lost in my mind.
I get lost in that lie.
I get lost with the idea I have something to prove.
All I have to do is make my way.
Make the best of whatever comes my way.
Whatever comes my way.
I don't want anything this world can give me.
A lot of stuff makes me feel so empty.
Every time I try, every time I chase,
Something I want from you.
I get lost in my mind.
I get lost in that lie.
I get lost with the idea I have something to lose.
All I have to do is make my way.
Make the best of whatever comes my way.
Whatever comes my way.
The Bouncing Souls' song "I Get Lost" expresses a feeling of aimlessness and insecurity in oneself. The lyrics convey a sense of disconnection with the world and with the pressures of society to conform or impress others. The singer rejects the notion of trying to prove oneself to others, stating that they do not want to be something they are not. However, the pressure to conform and achieve something can still persist, leading the singer to get lost in their own mind and the idea that they have something to prove or lose.
The repetition of the phrase "I get lost" emphasizes the feeling of being adrift and alone. The line "All I have to do is make my way" suggests that the singer knows that they need to find their own path and not worry about the expectations of others. The final line "Make the best of whatever comes my way" highlights the importance of finding joy and purpose in everyday experiences.
Overall, the song is a reminder to not get caught up in the pressures of society and to stay true to oneself.
Line by Line Meaning
I don't want to do anything to prove myself to you.
I do not wish to engage in any activities just to impress you or gain your approval.
I don't want to be something I'm not.
I do not want to pretend to be someone I am not, or change myself to match other people's expectations.
Every time I try, every time I chase,
Something that's wrong or right.
Every time I pursue something, I struggle with the uncertainty of whether it's the right or wrong thing to do.
I get lost in my mind.
My thoughts become overwhelming and obscure my perception of reality, causing me to feel unsure and lost.
I get lost in that lie.
I become trapped in a falsehood or illusion, unable to escape or acknowledge the truth.
I get lost with the idea I have something to prove.
I become confused and uncertain when trying to prove myself, as I feel like I need to demonstrate something to others or even myself.
All I have to do is make my way.
The only thing I need to do is find my path or journey in life, and follow my own path to happiness and fulfillment.
Make the best of whatever comes my way.
I strive to make the most fulfilling and positive experiences out of every situation, regardless of what it may be.
I don't want anything this world can give me.
I do not desire any material possessions or superficial pleasures that this world can offer me, as they often leave me feeling empty and unfulfilled.
A lot of stuff makes me feel so empty.
Despite the tempting allure of certain material possessions, I am aware that they do not truly bring me happiness or fulfillment, and instead leave me feeling hollow and unsatisfied.
Every time I try, every time I chase,
Something I want from you.
Whenever I attempt to gain something from you, I struggle with my own desires and need for external validation and reassurance.
I get lost with the idea I have something to lose.
I become overwhelmed with the fear of losing something or someone, even when I know it is not a truly essential or valuable part of my life.
Whatever comes my way.
Regardless of what challenges or opportunities arise in my life, I am committed to making the most fulfilling and positive experiences out of every situation.
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