Yet for some reason The Boys occupy a neglected position in relation to London's early Punk scene, probably because they weren't clothed by Sex or managed by Malcolm McLaren. Being tagged the "Punk Beatles" couldn't have helped either, and by '81 they called it quits.
Plagued by mishaps, bad timing and plain bad luck they managed to keep smiling and come up with corking, hyper-speed pop classics like "Brickfield Nights" and "Rue Morgue". In short The Boys were a gem of a band and a total inspiration to any Punk band who value tunes over noise.
There are others artists with the same name:
2) Jheryl Busby signed the Abdulsamad Brothers, better known as the Boys, while employed at MCA Records. "The Boys" Khiry (born November 8, 1973), Tajh (born December 10, 1976), Hakim (born March 27, 1975), and Bilal Abdulsamad (born April 17, 1978) started singing in their hometown of Carson, CA, when Bilal was five and Khiry nine. They are best known for their 1988 hit single "Dial My Heart". Today, they live in Gambia on the West Coast of Africa
3) The Boys. Australia (1980), Made "When You're Lonely" 7" a nice new wave/power pop single.
4) The Boys were a Lincoln, Nebraska band power pop group. They put out three singles including "She's All Mine" (1975) and "You Make Me Shake" (1977).
5) The Boys was a powerpop group from Sweden.
6) The Boys is also an all-girl grunge band from Brisbane, Australia. Currently unsigned, they released a self-titled 3-song EP demo (September, 2012).
Not Ready
The Boys Lyrics
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Too young to go steady
I`m not ready... I’m not ready
Too young to go steady
One girl, one night
Just once, maybe twice
No tears, no ties
All I wanna do is screw with you
What do you wanna do?
It’s up to you
The lyrics to The Boys’ song “Not Ready” talk about still being young and not ready for a serious relationship. The repetition of the phrase “I’m not ready” emphasizes this point, as the singer seems to be rejecting the idea of settling down or committing to just one person. The line “too young to go steady” reinforces this idea, as it suggests that there is still plenty of time for the singer to explore and have fun without being tied down.
The second half of the lyrics take a more explicit turn, with the singer suggesting a one-night stand or casual fling with a girl. The repeated refrain of “all I wanna do is screw with you” underscores the casual, physical nature of the relationship being proposed, without any emotional attachment or commitment. The line “What do you wanna do? It’s up to you” suggests that the singer isn’t particularly invested in the girl or the situation, and is just looking for a convenient hookup.
Overall, the lyrics to “Not Ready” reflect the carefree, casual attitudes of youth and the desire to have fun without getting too serious. The Boys capture this sentiment in a catchy, upbeat song that is sure to appeal to those looking to let loose and have a good time.
Line by Line Meaning
I’m not ready... I’m not ready
I am not prepared or willing to commit to a serious relationship at this time.
Too young to go steady
I am not yet mature enough to handle the responsibilities of a committed relationship.
One girl, one night
I am only interested in casual, one-time sexual encounters with a single female partner.
Just once, maybe twice
I am open to the possibility of engaging in sexual activity with this partner at most two times, but no more than that.
No tears, no ties
I am not looking for an emotional connection or attachment with my sexual partner, and do not want to experience any negative feelings like sadness or regret as a result of our encounters.
Here I come... Ow!
I am excited and eager to engage in sexual activity, and may be physically aggressive or assertive in my approach to my partner.
All I wanna do is screw with you
My only desire is to engage in purely physical sexual activity with you, without any emotional complications or expectations.
What do you wanna do?
I am open to hearing my partner's desires and preferences, but ultimately my primary goal is sexual gratification for myself.
It’s up to you
I am not pressuring or coercing my partner into any sexual activity, and am leaving the decision up to them as to whether or not to engage in this type of encounter.
Contributed by Miles P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.