Rooted in the Orange County community of Huntington Beach, California, founding band members Jared Watson and guitarist / vocalist Dustin Bushnell met in 1996 while in high school, embarking on a friendship based on music, as well as their shared passion for surfing, skating and the endless party of the laid-back SoCal lifestyle.
Early on, they spent many late nights jamming in Bushnell’s soundproof garage with a four-track recorder, writing unique acoustic hip-hop songs that featured reggae inflections. Inspired by the rock and reggae sounds of Bob Marley, Sublime, 311 and The Beastie Boys, the band’s music evolved into their distinct Dirty Heads style.
To complete the Dirty Heads’ sound, the duo added percussionist Jon Olazabal and drummer Matt Ochoa, both talented, experienced musicians. With a set of solid material, the Dirty Heads were further motivated to take their craft to the next level, and they began building a loyal fan base throughout the west coast, while performing acoustically at local bars and small music venues. As they started playing in neighboring Los Angeles, the band found it necessary to charter party buses so their fans could make the 30-mile trek to their shows.
Connecting with sought-after producers Steve Fox and Stan Frazier (Sugar Ray / Ashlee Simpson) the band worked long hours to polish their material and further develop their style. The Dirty Heads also recruited mixing engineer Mario Caldato Jr., best known for his work with the Beastie Boys, to add the finishing touches and create just the right blend.
The band’s highly-anticipated first full-length album is entitled, Any Port in the Storm (Released on EMG through Fontana, a division of Universal Music Group Distribution - September 2008). This debut features 14 tracks that are reminiscent of the upbeat, sun-soaked Southern California party energy. The first single is the optimistic, “Stand Tall.”
Any Port in the Storm also features one of the final recordings of the late music industry icon Billy Preston. Frequently referred to as “The Fifth Beatle,” Preston played on three tracks, including “Stand Tall,” “Chelsea,” and “Driftin.’ ” Other special guests on the album are drummer Josh Freese (A Perfect Circle, Sting, The Vandals), and veteran session percussionist Alex Acuna, whose A-list musician resume includes Peter Gabriel, Johnny Clegg, and Jackson Browne, to name only a few.
Recently, the band’s music has been attracting attention throughout the world of entertainment. Their songs have been featured in the movie and soundtrack for Surf’s Up (Sony 2007); and the television drama, Shark staring James Woods (CBS 2007. Actor Matthew McConaughey selected the band’s music to be in his upcoming film, Surfer Dude. In addition, the Dirty Heads can be heard in Tony Hawk’s Downhill Jam video game (Activision 2007), and several other music compilations and surf/skate videos. On the marketing side, the Dirty Heads have also been included in campaigns for Etnies Jeans and Vestal Watches.
Dirty Heads vocalist Jared Watson sums up their fun, uncomplicated style, “We want to be positive and entertain,” he says. “We just want to make you feel good.”
And who can’t dig that?
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Best of Us
The Dirty Heads Lyrics
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Dead asleep from a night out with the boys
If she came with us I'd have to send a warning
She can drink with the best of us
She can smoke and she can drink as much as I can
She made me food and rolled a joint when I broke my hand
Fightin' with her older brother, showed him I'm a man
She don't get mad when I'm out of control
When I'm blacked out drunk, at the top of my lungs
Man she just laughs and rolls
She's my lady, baby I know this is always true
I see you yellin' at your girlfriend,
Mine's the shit, well how 'bout you?
Gave me head while we were driving on the freeway
Comin' home from Sancramenny on a Friday
We were laughin' 'cause her body was in my way
She's as cool as the best of us
Well she can rock and she can move it with me slowly
Nobody told me she can move it like that
I didn't see it, didn't buy it 'till she showed me
That she can drink with the best of us
Well she don't get mad when I'm out of control
When I'm blacked out drunk, at the top of my lungs
Man she just laughs and rolls
She's my lady, baby I know this is always true
I see you yellin' at your girlfriend,
Mine's the shit, well how 'bout you?
She likes the way I smell when I come home late
She tells me 'give 'em hell' before I come on stage
She likes her beer real cold and her whiskey straight
Stayin' up all night and then we sleep all day
But if the sun comes steppin' in early
And I'm waitin' for my wallet to be empty
'Cause last night was next level, I was off my leash
I can still look at her with no anxiety because
She don't get mad when I'm out of control
When I'm blacked out drunk, at the top of my lungs
Man she just laughs and rolls
Well she's my lady, baby I know this is always true
I see you yellin' at your girlfriend,
Mine's the shit, well how 'bout you?
She don't get mad when I'm out of control
When I'm blacked out drunk, at the top of my lungs
Man she just laughs and rolls
She's my lady, baby I know this is always true
I see you yellin' at your girlfriend,
Mine's the shit, well how 'bout you?
The Dirty Heads' "Best of Us" is a song about a man's admiration and appreciation for his partner who is equally as ambitious, fun-loving and wild as him. The opening lines of the song epitomize the love that the singer has for his partner as she takes care of him when he is down from a wild night out with his buddies, removing his shoes and probably making him feel loved and valued. The singer goes ahead to compare his girlfriend to his male friends, confidently stating that she can hold her liquor and engage in smoking just like his male friends.
The second verse of the song unravels the notion that the relationship the singer has with his partner is more than just physical. The fact that she cooked for him and rolled a joint when he broke his hand depicts the loyalty and care that the singer's partner has for him. The singer affirms that his partner is cool as the best of them, and the chorus of the song underscores this message, where the singer sings about how his girlfriend never gets mad at him even when he is at his worst.
In summary, the song depicts a beautiful love story about a couple that shares a mutual love for each other and lives their lives to the fullest. It showcases the beauty and effectiveness of having a partner who understands and loves you genuinely, even when you are not at your best.
Line by Line Meaning
She takes my shoes off when I pass out in the morning
She cares for me even when I'm too drunk to take care of myself.
Dead asleep from a night out with the boys
I went out partying all night and now I'm completely exhausted.
If she came with us I'd have to send a warning
She can drink just as much as we do, so don't underestimate her.
She can drink with the best of us
She's a good drinker and can hold her alcohol just as well as anyone else.
She can smoke and she can drink as much as I can
She's not afraid to indulge in vices and can keep up with my habits.
She made me food and rolled a joint when I broke my hand
She takes care of me when I'm injured and makes sure I'm fed and relaxed.
Fightin' with her older brother, showed him I'm a man
I proved myself to her family by standing up for myself in a fight with her brother.
And she's as cool as the best of us
She's just as cool and fun to be around as any of my friends.
She don't get mad when I'm out of control
She doesn't get angry or upset when I'm acting wild or intoxicated.
When I'm blacked out drunk, at the top of my lungs
I'm so drunk that I can't remember my actions, and I'm yelling loudly.
Man she just laughs and rolls
She finds my behavior amusing and isn't bothered by it.
She's my lady, baby I know this is always true
She's my girlfriend and I know I can always count on her.
I see you yellin' at your girlfriend, Mine's the shit, well how 'bout you?
I notice other guys getting angry with their girlfriends, but mine is much better and can handle anything.
Gave me head while we were driving on the freeway
She performed a sexual act on me while we were driving on the freeway.
Comin' home from Sancramenny on a Friday
We were driving back from Santacruz on a Friday night.
We were laughin' 'cause her body was in my way
We were joking around and having fun, despite being cramped in the car.
Well she can rock and she can move it with me slowly
She can dance and move to the music with me, whether it's fast or slow.
Nobody told me she can move it like that
I didn't expect her to be such a good dancer and I'm impressed by her skills.
I didn't see it, didn't buy it 'till she showed me
I didn't believe she was a good dancer until I saw her moves for myself.
She likes the way I smell when I come home late
She's attracted to my scent and enjoys when I come home late.
She tells me 'give 'em hell' before I come on stage
She encourages me and wishes me luck before I perform on stage.
She likes her beer real cold and her whiskey straight
She has a specific preference for how she likes her drinks to be served.
Stayin' up all night and then we sleep all day
We stay up late and sleep in during the day when we can.
But if the sun comes steppin' in early
If we wake up early because of the sun, it can be a problem.
'Cause last night was next level, I was off my leash
Last night's party was intense and wild, and I didn't hold back.
I can still look at her with no anxiety because
Even though I went wild last night, I don't feel anxious around her because she accepts and supports me.
Lyrics © Downtown Music Publishing
Written by: DUSTIN BUSHNELL, JARED WATSON, LEWIS RICHARDS
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She takes my shoes off when I pass out in the morning
Dead asleep from a night out with the boys
If she came with us I'd have to send a warning
She can drink with the best of us
She can smoke and she can drink as much as I can
She made me food and rolled a joint when I broke my hand
Fightin' with her older brother, showed him I'm a man
And she's as cool as the best of us
She don't get mad when I'm out of control
When I'm blacked out drunk, at the top of my lungs
Man she just laughs and rolls
She's my lady, baby I know this is always true
I see you yellin' at your girlfriend,
Mine's the shit, well how 'bout you?
Gave me head while we were driving on the freeway
Comin' home from Sancramenny on a Friday
We were laughin' 'cause her body was in my way
She's as cool as the best of us
Well she can rock and she can move it with me slowly
Nobody told me she can move it like that
I didn't see it, didn't buy it 'till she showed me
That she can drink with the best of us
Well she don't get mad when I'm out of control
When I'm blacked out drunk, at the top of my lungs
Man she just laughs and rolls
She's my lady, baby I know this is always true
I see you yellin' at your girlfriend,
Mine's the shit, well how 'bout you?
She likes the way I smell when I come home late
She tells me 'give 'em hell' before I come on stage
She likes her beer real cold and her whiskey straight
Stayin' up all night and then we sleep all day
But if the sun comes steppin' in early
And I'm waitin' for my wallet to be empty
'Cause last night was next level, I was off my leash
I can still look at her with no anxiety because
She don't get mad when I'm out of control
When I'm blacked out drunk, at the top of my lungs
Man she just laughs and rolls
Well she's my lady, baby I know this is always true
I see you yellin' at your girlfriend,
Mine's the shit, well how 'bout you?
She don't get mad when I'm out of control
When I'm blacked out drunk, at the top of my lungs
Man she just laughs and rolls
She's my lady, baby I know this is always true
I see you yellin' at your girlfriend,
Mine's the shit, well how 'bout you?
timselphbwik
lyrics again
She takes my shoes off when I pass out in the morning
Dead asleep from a night out with the boys
If she came with us I'd have to send a warning:
She can drink with the best of us
She can smoke and she can drink as much as I can
She made me food and rolled a joint when I broke my hand
Fightin' with her older brother, showed him I'm a man
And she's as cool as the best of us
She doesn't get mad when I'm out of control
When I'm blacked out drunk, at the top of my lungs
Man she just laughs and rolls
She's my lady, baby I know this is always true
I see you yellin' at your girlfriend,
Mine's the shit, well how 'bout you?
She gave me head when we were driving on the freeway
Comin' home from San Clemente on a friday
We were laughin' 'cause her body was in my way
She's as cool as the best of us
Well she can rock and she can move it with me slowly
Nobody told me she can move it like that
I didn't see it, didn't buy it 'till she showed me
That she can drink with the best of us
Well she don't get mad when I'm out of control
When I'm blacked out drunk, at the top of my lungs
Man she just laughs and rolls
She's my lady, baby I know this is always true
I see you yellin' at your girlfriend,
Mine's the shit, well how 'bout you?
She likes the way I smell when I come home late
She tells me 'give em hell' before I come on stage
She likes her beer real cold and her whiskey straight
Stayin' up all night and then we sleep all day
But if the sun comes steppin' in early
And I'm waitin' for my wallet to be empty
'Cuz last night was next level, I was off my leash
I can still look at her with no anxiety because
She don't get mad when I'm out of control
When I'm blacked out drunk, at the top of my lungs
Man she just laughs and rolls
Well she's my lady, baby I know this is always true
I see you yellin' at your girlfriend,
Mine's the shit, well how 'bout you?
She don't get mad when I'm out of control
When I'm blacked out drunk, at the top of my lungs
Man she just laughs and rolls
She's my lady, baby I know this is always true
I see you yellin' at your girlfriend,
Mine's the shit, well how 'bout you?
Madison Slade
been hooked on Dirty Heads lately, can't get enough <3
Dean OKeeffe
Pass out in the morning
E W
Me too
Logan Luqman
every song on this album is so dope, DIRTY HEADS - best new band in the last 10 years
David Miller
Setting the standard for girls everywhere. Well played Dirty Heads well played.
Stone Teller
Absolutely love all their music :)
Jake Allen
song was played on my wedding day. we had a cruise ship wedding. AWESOME MEMORIES!
Joe Manochi
10 years later still solid
Noah Welch
Holy fuck...just saw these guys and Pepper ina concert past night....the craziest and sickest concert I have ever been to in my life...they're the coolest band ever
Marcus Cordova
Noah Welch saw em at red rocks👊