In 2013, pop punk sweethearts The Dollyrots reproduced. But their new baby didn’t slow them down: they just brought him on tour. Thus the title of their upcoming live CD/DVD, Family Vacation: Live in the Los Angeles.
Released on March 11, 2016, Family Vacation is a concert film with a companion live album that captures The Dollyrots on their 2015 summer tour with long-time roadmates Bowling For Soup. It’s 40 minutes of pure rock frenzy, harnessed by filmmaker Ian MacLeod and delivered as both a video/audio download and deluxe double disc set.
The term “family” not only describes singer/bassist Kelly Ogden, guitarist Luis Cabezas, and their baby River, but also the extended family of Dollyrots fans, who supported the creation of this live CD/DVD by crowdfunding it on PledgeMusic. Those who contributed to the project received the film and album weeks before the public street date, and were also privy to some special extras, including a bonus studio EP and exclusive memorabilia. As Kelly puts it, “There are a lot of fans who might never get out to a Dollyrots show in the flesh, so we did our best to bring the experience to them. The only things missing are the ringing ears and sweaty hugs…but other than that I think we nailed it!”
Since their formation 15 years ago, The Dollyrtos have played over a thousand shows and released five studio albums, but Family Vacation is their first ever official live record. After releasing material on both Lookout! Records and Joan Jett’s Blackheart Records, the band decided to go completely independent for their last few releases, and 2014’s Barefoot and Pregnant (released through the band’s own label, Arrested Youth Records) enjoyed a #7 debut on Billboard’s Heatseekers Chart. They hope their fans will similarly embrace Family Vacation, which comes on the heels of multiple US tours in 2015 and a three-week tour of the United Kingdom with Bowling For Soup this past February.
Screaming, staying up all night, and vomiting everywhere: Family Vacation shows that punk rock and parenting aren’t so different after all. And it stands as proof that just because you grow up doesn’t mean you have to stop being awesome.
Jackie Chan
The Dollyrots Lyrics
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Totally heartless
You said you wanted a new start
But I'm not defenseless
I know Kung Fu
I'm not afraid to use it on you
I'm gonna whoop your ass
Oh Yeah
Gonna fight fight fight fight fight
Like Jackie Chan!
You thought that you were safe
Then you made me cry
I got dumped and I lost face
Now you're gonna die!
I know Kung Fu
I'm not afraid to use it on you
I'm gonna whoop your ass
'cuz I can fight like Jackie Chan
Oh Yeah
Gonna fight fight fight fight fight
Like Jackie Chan!
Spoken:'
You thought you could get away with breaking my heart?
Listen up, I'm coming after you
With nunchucks and an attitude
You won't be laughing, Ding-Dong
When I'm jumping around with your boys in my hand
Laughing...COVERED IN BLOOD
You ran right over my cat
Now I hate your guts
Your chick's ugly and a brat
Gonna crush your nuts!
I know Kung Fu
I'm not afraid to use it on you
I'm gonna whoop your ass
'cuz I can fight like Jackie Chan
Oh Yeah
Gonna fight fight fight fight fight
Like Jackie Chan!
The lyrics to The Dollyrots' song "Jackie Chan" tell the story of a person who was left heartbroken by their partner for someone else. The singer of the song declares that they are not defenseless and that they know Kung Fu, and they are not afraid to use it on their ex-lover. The lyrics are playful and comedic, with the use of Jackie Chan's name as a symbol of fighting prowess and the over-the-top threats of violence towards the ex-partner.
The lyrics also reveal the singer's anger towards their ex-lover for leaving them for a cheap tart and running over their cat. The use of extreme language and violent imagery is a cathartic release for the singer's pent-up anger and frustration. The spoken interlude in the song further emphasizes the comedic nature of the lyrics, with the use of nunchucks and the image of blood-covered jumping.
Overall, "Jackie Chan" is a fun and energetic song that uses humor and exaggeration to convey the emotions of heartbreak and anger.
Line by Line Meaning
You left me for a cheap tart
You betrayed me for someone who was not worth it
Totally heartless
You had no sympathy or compassion for me
You said you wanted a new start
You claimed you needed a fresh beginning
But I'm not defenseless
But I am not helpless or weak
I know Kung Fu
I am skilled in martial arts
I'm not afraid to use it on you
I am not scared to confront you with my abilities
I'm gonna whoop your ass
I am going to beat you up
'cuz I can fight like Jackie Chan
Because I am tough and capable like Jackie Chan
Oh Yeah
I am fully committed to taking you down
Gonna fight fight fight fight fight
I am going to fight you aggressively
You thought that you were safe
You believed you were secure and protected
Then you made me cry
But then you made me sad and upset
I got dumped and I lost face
I was rejected and humiliated
Now you're gonna die!
Now you will suffer the consequences of your actions
You ran right over my cat
You carelessly ran over and killed my pet
Now I hate your guts
I now despise you very much
Your chick's ugly and a brat
Your new partner is unattractive and difficult
Gonna crush your nuts!
I will inflict serious harm on you
Contributed by Henry H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.