The band includes bassist Kathi Wilcox (of Bikini Kill), keyboardist Kenny Mellman (of Kiki & Herb), drummer Carmine Covelli, and guitarist Sara Landeau (who Hanna met through Girls Rock Camp).
In December 2010, the Julie Ruin previewed a performance at the Knitting Factory in Brooklyn, New York.
In 2012, the Julie Ruin released the song "Girls Like Us," featuring queercore artist Vaginal Davis, as a free download as part of a series inspired by the book Real Man Adventures by T. Cooper.
The band's first album, Run Fast, was released on September 3, 2013, by Dischord Records. The first track, "Oh Come On," was released in June of that year.
The band's second album, Hit Reset, was released on July 8, 2016, by Hardly Art Records. The first track "I Decide" was released on April 11, 2016.
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Party City
The Julie Ruin Lyrics
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I made the record skip and it was in surround sound
followed by the thing you done muddled in the couch
I feel insulted I would never sue sue
I played by your code I expect you to
you are my twelve inch
you are the white label remix
my secret bonus track
say you wanted indecision
all too often on a landmine
yeah I'll endorse it give you something
but refuse to walk with nothing
you are my twelve inch
I found deep in the stacks
you are the white label remix
Frankie say relax
destination miracle
I can't see you off
destination why
I don't want to sit around
and cry and whine about it
say it so there's no doubt about it
party city
party city
I slick my hair back and trail off a sentence
tuck in my thoughts and then head into the station
I need assistance I don't care I'm pumped
might say "you're awesome"
might say "time's all up"
destination miracle
I can't see you off
how's it like to die?
every day you search your life
and mine and mind in silence
take it outside and make it violent
party city
party city
party city
party city
oh follow the tube top
oh follow the sun
oh follow my jog bra
oh follow the sun
destination miracle
you set me up
destination time
time to do something now
I've got a sense you know
I'm on the fucking table with the stereo
party city
party city
party city
party city
The Julie Ruin's song "Party City" is filled with cryptic lyrics that require interpretation. The song begins with the line "this is not the land of do-as-you-please" which highlights the idea that the world is not a place where you can do whatever you want without consequences. It is a warning that there are rules and expectations to follow. The next lines "I made the record skip and it was in surround sound, followed by the thing you done muddled in the couch" suggest that the singer has caused a disturbance, but it has not had any significant impact. The line "I feel insulted I would never sue sue" seems to indicate that the singer does not believe in revenge or lawsuits.
The chorus "you are my twelve inch, I found deep in the stacks, you are the white label remix, my secret bonus track" suggests that the singer has found something valuable, and this is a metaphor for a person. The word "twelve-inch" refers to a vinyl record size, and the line "white label remix" is a reference to a rare and unique version of a song. The line "Frankie say relax" refers to the 1980s pop song "Relax" by Frankie Goes to Hollywood. This song was banned by the BBC, making it a rare and precious piece of music.
The rest of the song's lyrics are equally obscure but evoke the sense of the singer being on edge or uncomfortable. The line "destination miracle, I can't see you off" suggests that the singer is unsure where they are headed, and the line "destination why, I don't want to sit around and cry and whine about it" indicates that they don't want to give up control of their life. The repeated phrase "party city" could either be evoking a place of excess or frivolity, or it could be a metaphor for the singer's mental state.
Line by Line Meaning
this is not the land of do-as-you-please
This place has rules and expectations that you need to abide by.
I made the record skip and it was in surround sound
I caused a disturbance that was impossible to ignore.
followed by the thing you done muddled in the couch
My actions had consequences that affected the environment around us.
I feel insulted I would never sue sue
I am offended, but I will not resort to legal action.
I played by your code I expect you to
I followed the rules, and I expect you to do the same.
you are my twelve inch
You are something valuable that I cherish.
I found deep in the stacks
I discovered you in a hidden place.
you are the white label remix
You are a unique and special variation of something more common.
my secret bonus track
You are an unexpected and delightful surprise.
say you wanted indecision
You claim to want ambiguity and uncertainty.
all too often on a landmine
This approach is dangerous and can lead to negative consequences.
yeah I'll endorse it give you something
I'll reluctantly support you and offer something of value.
but refuse to walk with nothing
I won't be taken advantage of or left empty-handed.
Frankie say relax
Let's take a break and de-stress for a moment.
destination miracle
I have a goal that seems impossible to achieve.
I can't see you off
I'm not sure if I'm ready to leave you behind.
destination why
I need to understand the reason behind my goal.
I don't want to sit around
I can't waste time waiting for something to happen.
and cry and whine about it
I won't complain and feel sorry for myself.
say it so there's no doubt about it
Be clear and direct in your communication so there's no confusion.
party city
Let's have a good time and celebrate together.
I slick my hair back and trail off a sentence
I try to present myself in a confident and stylish manner, but I'm not sure what to say.
tuck in my thoughts and then head into the station
I keep my innermost feelings to myself and continue on with my day.
I need assistance I don't care I'm pumped
I require help, but I'm still excited and energized.
might say "you're awesome"
I might compliment you and express my admiration.
might say "time's all up"
I might express a sense of urgency and the need to act quickly.
oh follow the tube top
Let's pursue something fun and lighthearted.
oh follow the sun
Let's chase after something bright and optimistic.
oh follow my jog bra
Let's pursue something active and athletic.
you set me up
You've given me a challenge or task that seems daunting.
destination time
It's time to take action and work towards my goal.
time to do something now
There's no more time to waste; I must take action immediately.
I've got a sense you know
I have a feeling or intuition that something is going to happen.
I'm on the fucking table with the stereo
I'm ready to party and have a good time.
Contributed by London V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
ChloeB 1111
Can there be like a private concert lmaooo I wanna jam out to this in a bar on a Friday night
max mystique
top!
Theafor Mentioned
Let's all meet up in Party City...Hurry up, run fast..faster faster...get there now!!!
IDON MINE
The goodness of this.
braf zachland
welcome back!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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brendan kennedy
rip Zablozki's