One is a UK based surf/p… Read Full Bio ↴There are four bands called 'The Johnsons'.
One is a UK based surf/punk/rock act who describe themselves as:
"Dirty, dirty rock ‘n’ rollers from Basingstoke.
Always ready to make ya shake ya sleazy stuff and have ya dribbling, drooling and bleeding from every orifice."
They are now know as Pussycat and the Dirty Johnsons and their first album is out.
The second one's a Skate/Punk Band from Champ City, Canada.
'Till today they released two LPs, including "Gypsies For Life" (2006) which was quickly winning over hearts of critics and fans everywhere'.
*In the five years since their debut album, So I Says to the Guy was released, The Johnsons have played more than 400 shows all over North America. They've passed nearly 300,000 highway kilometer markers. They've shared the same stage as Protest The Hero, Satanic Surfers, SNFU, Cancer Bats, Death By Stereo, Choke, Belvedere, just to name a few.
They've downed a lot of beer, blown-out three vans, and partied with more people than they can count. They've lost their drummers on more than one occasion (the suckers aint down with the gypsy lifestyle). And along the way Nathan Burge (vocals/guitar), Calvin Kirwer (guitar/vocals), Nick Kouremenos (bass), and Dan Lilly (current drummer), have become one of the tightest punk rock outfits in Canada, beloved by an ever-increasing legion of loyal fans.
Life is good for this band, and it's no surprise that The Johnsons songs reveal that not every band needs to sing about girls, politics, or drive-bys. You only need to see them live once to know that they enjoy every minute of their lives. *Taken from their Myspace page.
Original member and singer Nathan Burge is set to sing for the last time for The Johnsons on July 20th, 2008 in their hometown of Edmonton at Avenue Skatepark during a show with A Wilhelm Scream. They are currently looking for a new singer to join the Gypsy life style. GYPSIES FOR LIFE!
The third one is an electronic band from Munich, Germany consisting of former members of the Merricks. Their debut album "Fuck The Johnsons" was released on Echokammer in 2002 (featuring a guest appearance by Dakar & Grinser's former frontman Christian Kreuz). Their second album "Soft Tissue Trauma Clinic" hasn't been released yet, but one of its tracks ("The Greens are Grey") can be found on the sampler "Echokammer Werkschau".
The fourth band claiming the name "The Johnsons" was a power pop group from Philadelphia. They released one album, "Break Tomorrow's Day," in 1986.
Style
The Johnsons Lyrics
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From the mountain to the ocean from the windward to the leeward side.
On the island, we do it island style,
From the mountain to the ocean from the windward to the leeward side.
Mama's in the kitchen cooking dinner real nice,
Beef stew on the stove, lomi salmon with the ice.
Kanikapila in the old Hawaiian way.
On the island, we do it island style,
From the mountain to the ocean from the windward to the leeward side.
On the island, we do it island style,
From the mountain to the ocean from the windward to the leeward side.
We go grandma's house on the weekend clean yard.
If we no go, grandma gotta work hard.
You know my grandma, she like the poi real sour.
I love my grandma every minute, every hour.
On the island, we do it island style,
From the mountain to the ocean from the windward to the leeward side.
On the island, we do it island style,
From the mountain to the ocean from the windward to the leeward side.
Mama's in the kitchen cooking dinner real nice,
Beef stew on the stove, lomi salmon with the ice.
We eat and drink and we sing all day,
Kanikapila in the old Hawaiian way.
On the island, we do it island style,
From the mountain to the ocean from the windward to the leeward side.
On the island, we do it island style,
From the mountain to the ocean from the windward to the leeward side.
From the mountain to the ocean from the windward to the leeward side.
From the mountain to the ocean from the windward to the leeward side.
The Johnsons' song "Style" is a celebration of Hawaiian culture and tradition, with a focus on the simple joys of island life. The lyrics emphasize the importance of family, food, and music, and highlight the unique customs and practices that are particular to Hawaiian culture.
The repeated phrase "On the island, we do it island style / From the mountain to the ocean from the windward to the leeward side" acts as a cornerstone for the song's message. It emphasizes the idea that Hawaiian culture is all-encompassing, and that its customs and practices are woven deeply into the fabric of daily life across the whole island.
The lyrics about Mama's cooking with beef stew, lomi salmon, and poi highlight the significance of food as a central component of Hawaiian culture. The inclusion of Kanikapila (playing music with friends) also signifies the importance of music to Hawaiian culture.
In summary, the song is a joyful celebration of Hawaiian culture and tradition and its focus on family, food, and music
Line by Line Meaning
On the island, we do it island style,
Life on the island has its own unique way of doing things that can't be replicated anywhere else
From the mountain to the ocean from the windward to the leeward side.
No matter where you are on the island, from the mountains to the coast, every place has its own island style
Mama's in the kitchen cooking dinner real nice,
Family and food are at the center of island life, and mom is always cooking up something delicious
Beef stew on the stove, lomi salmon with the ice.
Traditional island dishes like beef stew and lomi salmon are common staples of a family dinner
We eat and drink and we sing all day,
The island lifestyle is all about enjoying the little things, like good food, drink, and singing with loved ones
Kanikapila in the old Hawaiian way.
Music is a big part of island culture, and playing music together in a casual setting is a common way to bond with friends and family
We go grandma's house on the weekend clean yard.
Family values are highly important on the island, and it's common to help grandparents with chores like yard work
If we no go, grandma gotta work hard.
Not showing up to help grandma means she has to do all the work on her own, which is not fair
You know my grandma, she like the poi real sour.
Grandparents have their own preferences, and it's important to know and respect them
I love my grandma every minute, every hour.
The love and respect for grandparents is a central tenet of island life, and it's important to show it every day
From the mountain to the ocean from the windward to the leeward side.
No matter where you are on the island, from the mountains to the coast, every place has its own island style
From the mountain to the ocean from the windward to the leeward side.
No matter where you are on the island, from the mountains to the coast, every place has its own island style
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