In 2004, the Briefs went on European tour without Lance Romance, who had stayed behind to get his GED. They took in his place bassist Steve Kicks of Vancouver's New Town Animals. Lance rejoined the line-up for the 2004 release party of Sex Objects, however retired from the band in 2005. Kicks has since become a permanent addition and was a full member for the follow up Steal Yer Heart.
Lyrically the Briefs have carried on many themes prevalent in `77 era punk rock. The Sex Objects single "Orange Alert" gained notoriety as a seething criticism of the Bush administration and the of the culture of fear in post-9/11 America. It is one of a number of songs critical of the U.S. Government, including "No More Presidents" and "Destroy The USA" from Sex Objects, and "We Americans" from Off the Charts. The band has written a number of love songs a consciously off kilter style similar to the Buzzcocks' "Orgasm Addict." Through songs like "Dolly Parton" the band has also shown a penchant for light-hearted absurdity.
The Briefs are currently on hiatus while Chris is in Germany and Daniel continues his quest towards becoming the world's littlest astronaut, training at a secret location underground, possibly in California. Nix and Kicks are both in a new band called Steve E. Nix and The Cute Lepers. They play a very similar style of music as The Briefs with some added power pop drive. They have released a 7" single for the songs "Terminal Boredom" backed with "Prove It" on 1-2-3-4 Go! Records. Two more singles are due on the europeon labels NFT and Drunk'n'Roll records.
No More Presidents
The Briefs Lyrics
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they make me sick
oh whats the use of polotics?
i never seemed to understand
those presidents
they aint so nice
they always give a better fuss
who put the morons in command?
no more presidents
no more presidents
no more presidents
im sick and tired of paying their rent
forget what else they want from me
maybe a buck more for advice
theyre drunks
theyre cheats
theyre heads are large
theyre ???
i just cant take it
all the lies
the lies
no more presidents
no more presidents
no more presidents
no more presidents
no more presidents
no more presidents
no more presidents
no more presidents
we dont want presidents
fuck no
fuck no
fuck no
fuck
no more presidents!
The Briefs' song No More Presidents is a passionate critique of those in power, particularly the Presidents of the United States. The lyrics are straightforward and hold nothing back, declaring that the Presidents make the singer sick and that politics is useless. The lyrics suggest that the singer has never understood the importance of Presidents, and that they are not very nice people. They always give better fuss, suggesting that they are more concerned with image than substance.
The chorus, "no more presidents," is repeated many times throughout the song, and it is clear that the singer is fed up with these leaders. They are tired of paying rent, and they don't want to give the President any more advice, even if it's just a buck. The singer goes on to suggest that Presidents are drunks, cheats, and have large heads, among other things. They are liars, and the singer has had enough.
The overall tone of this song is one of frustration, anger, and even disgust. The singer is fed up with the system, and they want change. The message seems to be that the people can no longer trust those in power, and that we need to take action to make a difference. Whether or not the song's message is radical or reasonable, it remains powerful and compelling.
Line by Line Meaning
those presidents
The group of past and present individuals in charge of the country
they make me sick
Their actions fill me with disgust
oh whats the use of polotics?
I question the effectiveness of the political system
i never seemed to understand
I have always been unable to comprehend their actions and decisions
they aint so nice
Their conduct is not acceptable and often hurtful
they always give a better fuss
Their actions often result in chaos and controversy
who put the morons in command?
I question how these foolish individuals were given such power and responsibility
no more presidents
I am adamant about not wanting any more presidents to come into power
im sick and tired of paying their rent
I am fed up with supporting their lifestyle through taxes
forget what else they want from me
I do not want to think about their further demands or commands
maybe a buck more for advice
They may ask for even more from me, but I do not want to provide them any more finances
theyre drunks
They may be alcoholics, which is not suitable for someone in such a high position
theyre cheats
They may be dishonest and corrupt, which causes doubts in their ability to lead effectively
theyre heads are large
They may have inflated egos or a sense of entitlement
theyre ???
The lyrics are unclear at this point
i just cant take it
I am unable to tolerate their actions any longer
all the lies
Their deceitful actions and words are unacceptable
no more presidents
I reiterate my stance of not wanting any more presidents in power
we dont want presidents
Others who share my views do not want any presidents as well
fuck no
I refuse to accept the possibility or idea of any more presidents
fuck
An exclamation of anger and frustration
no more presidents!
I am firm in my resolve to not want any more presidents
Contributed by Logan J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.