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)
Sarah Saturday
The Bouncing Souls Lyrics
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Sarah's on her way again
I see her smile
close her eyes
shutting off the world outside
But ????-- rebels all around her
So unaffected by the chaos that surrounds her
It's a perfect song
Moving her along
Through a broken world that changes every day
But inside Sarah's head everything's okay
Sarah Saturday, you radiate
and nothing in this world is wrong
Sarah Saturday, like a perfect song
Makes me wanna sing along
Burying down the world alive
With just one glance of those clear blue eyes
Holding on to the truth with some quiet strength inside
She gives me hope for better times
Thank you Sarah for showing me the strength to free my mind
Rise above these troubled times
Write it once to the music in my head
It's a perfect song
Moving me along
In a broken world that's changing every day
You make me feel that everything's okay
Sarah Saturday, you radiate
and nothing in this world is wrong
Sarah Saturday, like a perfect song
Makes me wanna sing along
Write it once to the music in her head
It's a perfect song
Moving me along
Sarah Saturday, you radiate
and nothing in this world is wrong
Sarah Saturday, like a perfect song
Makes me wanna sing along
Sarah Saturday (whoa o-o-o-oh)
Makes me wanna sing along [x2]
SING ALONG!!!
SING ALONG!!!
The Bouncing Souls's song Sarah Saturday is about a young woman named Sarah who is able to find peace and strength within herself despite the chaos and trouble in the world around her. The song begins with the setting of a rainy midnight, and Sarah is headed out once again. The singer sees her smile and close her eyes, shutting out the world outside. The next verse describes how the world around her is chaotic and full of rebels, but Sarah remains unaffected. She writes a perfect song in her head that moves her along through the broken world that's changing every day. Despite all of this, she knows that everything's okay inside her head.
The chorus reflects on Sarah's radiance and the hope that she gives for better times. The singer thanks Sarah for showing him the strength to free his mind and rise above troubled times. Sarah is portrayed as a beacon of light and positivity for those around her, and the perfect song that she writes inside her head is the inspiration for the singer's own resilience. The song ends with a call to sing along and celebrate the power of positivity.
Line by Line Meaning
Midnight and the sound of rain
The song sets the scene of a quiet, lonely night as the raindrops fall.
Sarah's on her way again
The singer is referring to a friend named Sarah who seems to visit often.
I see her smile
The singer observes Sarah's facial expression as she arrives.
close her eyes
Sarah shuts her eyes to block out the world around her.
shutting off the world outside
Sarah tries to create a barrier between her and the outside world.
But ????-- rebels all around her
Sarah is surrounded by rebellious people but she remains unaffected by their actions.
So unaffected by the chaos that surrounds her
The singer admires Sarah for being able to maintain her composure even when things get chaotic.
Write it once to the music in her head
Sarah is able to express herself creatively by writing a song in her mind.
It's a perfect song
The song Sarah creates in her head is flawless.
Moving her along
Sarah's self-expression helps her navigate through the constantly changing world around her.
Through a broken world that changes every day
The world Sarah lives in is fractured and unpredictable, but she finds solace in her creativity.
But inside Sarah's head everything's okay
Despite the chaos outside, Sarah has a sense of peace within herself.
Sarah Saturday, you radiate
The singer praises Sarah for her inner strength and positive vibes.
and nothing in this world is wrong
Being near Sarah makes everything feel right in the world.
Like a perfect song
Sarah's presence is like a beautiful, flawless melody.
Makes me wanna sing along
The singer feels inspired to join in and add their voice to the positive energy of being with Sarah.
Burying down the world alive
Sarah's presence is powerful enough to silence the world around her.
With just one glance of those clear blue eyes
Sarah's eyes convey a sense of clarity and purity.
Holding on to the truth with some quiet strength inside
Sarah has a strong sense of integrity and stays true to herself despite external pressures.
She gives me hope for better times
The singer finds hope and optimism in Sarah's ability to radiate positivity.
Thank you Sarah for showing me the strength to free my mind
The singer expresses gratitude to Sarah for helping them find their own inner strength and clarity.
Rise above these troubled times
Sarah's presence inspires the singer to overcome their own struggles and find peace.
Write it once to the music in my head
The singer follows Sarah's example and writes their own song in their mind.
You make me feel that everything's okay
Being around Sarah helps the singer feel like everything is going to be alright.
Sarah Saturday (whoa o-o-o-oh)
The singer repeats Sarah's name with joy, emphasizing the positive feelings she brings.
Makes me wanna sing along
The song ends with a final expression of happiness and inspiration.
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Sarah N
This Sarah Approves!! I love it..total 90's vibe baby!!
Sarah N
@Nick Warner didn't say it did... Said it had a 90s vibe
Nick Warner
Sarah L this song came out in like 2006
Craig Boyd
The first time I saw this band was in 1999 when the played support for Green Day, loved them every since
hannahmitchell87
What a gig to have been at!!! 😍
Das Schmied
Remember hearing this for the first time on my HS radio station.
I wrote down some of the lyrics, hoping to find it one day on the internet. At the time (2007ish) I couldn't find it.
Recently found those lyrics again while going through some old papers.
So glad.
DrewDAMNIT
Love this song and this band. <3 Sara :D
hockeyrocks5757
I love this song
Mark Martin
This is Bouncing Souls doing what they do best.
knightcod
Dudes rock