One part roaring sea shanty, one part haunting Irish melody, and a solid ch… Read Full Bio ↴One part roaring sea shanty, one part haunting Irish melody, and a solid chaser of gut-crunching street punk. This ragtag group of drunken misfits stays true to the ancient ballads and bawlers that once drove sailors around the world, all the while smashing out modern punk with a fury and intensity that is unmatched anywhere.

Formed in 2006 over pints of cheap beer at East Vancouver’s notoriously violent Ivanhoe Hotel, The Dreadnoughts cut their teeth in the roughest dive bars in the city. They started by opening for (and earning the praise of) celtic-punk grandfathers The Real McKenzies, and since then have never looked back. Hauling a fiddle, an accordion, a mandolin, a tin whistle, guitars and drums into every venue that would have them, they quickly became known for their powerful, chaotic live performances. In three short years they have slowly but surely joined the ranks of Canada’s punk rock heroes.

West Country Man
The Dreadnoughts Lyrics

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Will I have a cider?
Will I have a scrumpy?
Turbo, Merridale, Wilkins' Cidery
Doesn't really matter much to me
I drinks it in the morning and I drinks it all the day
I own it is the finest in the land
Plain to see
The only life for me

I am a west Country man

Will I take a lady?
Sarah, Jess or Katie?
Fat hips, red lips, sweet as sugar pie
That's the type of pretty girl for I
We're rollin' in the hay, jubilee, jubilee
I own she is the fairest in the land
Plain to see
The only life for me
I am a west Country man

I'll travel far and wide
With comrades at my side
West Country is a place that you can find
But furthermore, a state of mind
So drink thee cider down
Pass the jug around,
Listen the Wurzels when you can

Live loud and free, soon enough you'll be
A real West Country Man

Overall Meaning

The Dreadnoughts' song "West Country Man" embodies the free and easy-going spirit of the West Country, England. The song's theme revolves around the singer's love for cider and his pursuit of women. The first verse embodies the singer's love for cider, as he mentions various brands of cider and describes his love for it. The second verse describes his attraction to women and his desire to be with one who matches his taste. The song reflects the West Country's laidback culture and the love of simple pleasures.

The song's chorus reinforces the idea of the West Country as a state of mind, not just a place. The singer is proud to be a West Country man, and he wants to share the experience with others. The song acknowledges the West Country's distinct identity and encourages others to embrace it. The song's lyrics are playful and upbeat, reflecting the carefree spirit of the region.

Line by Line Meaning

Will I have a cider?
Do I want a cider?

Will I have a scrumpy?
Do I want a type of cider called scrumpy?

Turbo, Merridale, Wilkins' Cidery
Brands of cider.

Doesn't really matter much to me
I don't particularly care which cider I have.

I drinks it in the morning and I drinks it all the day
I drink cider throughout the day.

I own it is the finest in the land
I believe that the cider I drink is the best.

Plain to see
Obvious.

The only life for me
This is the only way of life that suits me.

I am a west Country man
I am from the West Country region of England.

Will I take a lady?
Do I want a woman?

Sarah, Jess or Katie?
Examples of women's names.