Shortly thereafter they were signed by Go-Kart Records and re-recorded the songs from "A Lesson" and re-released their album with the addition of some new tracks.
At the Fest VII in Gainesville, FL they were approached by Brendan Kelly of The Lawrence Arms and subsequently signed to Red Scare Industries.
They released their Red Scare debut EP "Hold On, Dodge" in 2009.
In April 2010, Chamberlain Waits was released, through Red Scare Records. In March and April they also toured in support of Against Me!.
On May 17, 2011 they announced that they had signed to Epitaph Records. Brett Gurewitz, founder of Epitaph Records and guitarist of Bad Religion said this about the signing of the band:
"These guys play the kind of pure punk rock that I grew up with. They are seriously talented songwriters and I'm happy to welcome them to the Epitaph family. I think the band is a great fit here."
They released their third full length album, On The Impossible Past, on February 21, 2012 via Epitaph Records.
The band currently lives in South Philadelphia, PA.
Band Members:
Tom May
Joe Godino
Greg Barnett
Eric Keen
London Drugs
The Menzingers Lyrics
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I don't want your London drugs
Every time I'm with you I take too much
I don't want your London drugs
Every once in a while when I'm in denial
I wind up doing something I don't want to do
What's it gonna take to fix me up?
I don't want your London drugs
On a rainy night in SoHo
The wind was whistling all its charms
I think we overstayed our welcome
They're giving us the look at The Argyll Arms
You happened to notice my anxious commotion
As my heart bled through my shirt
I've been a little heavy handed keeping it at work
What's it gonna take to fix me up?
I don't want your London drugs
Every time I'm with you I take too much
I don't want your London drugs
Every once in a while when I'm in denial
I wind up doing something I don't want to do
What's it gonna take to fix me up?
I don't want your London drugs
My anxiety can sleep easy
The show was everything I hoped it would be
And now we're sitting in the back of the theater
Binging everything that's left to drink
'Cause in a moment it's over
The high and the thrill
Then I'm leaving here so unfulfilled
Well if I don't change now I never will
What's it gonna take to fix me up?
I don't want your London drugs
Every time I'm with you I take too much
I don't want your London drugs
Every once in a while when I'm in denial
I wind up doing something I don't want to do
What's it gonna take to fix me up?
I don't want your London drugs
What's it gonna take to fix me up?
I don't want your London drugs
'Cause every time I'm with you I take too much
I don't want your London drugs
What's it gonna take to fix me up?
I don't want your London drugs
The Menzingers's song London Drugs delves into the topic of substance abuse and the singer's struggles with addiction. The song opens with the singer questioning what it will take to fix them and expressing their reluctance towards using drugs. They talk about how every time they're with someone, they end up taking too much and doing things they regret. The chorus repeats the line "What's it gonna take to fix me up? I don't want your London drugs" emphasizing the singer's desire to get better on their own terms instead of relying on drugs to cope.
The second verse shifts to a rainy night in SoHo, where the singer and their companion are being eyed suspiciously by others in The Argyll Arms pub. The singer seems fidgety and anxious, with their heart bleeding through their shirt. They reveal that they have been "a little heavy handed keeping it at work," hinting at their struggles with addiction affecting their professional life. The following lines continue to highlight their inability to control how much they take and their resulting guilt over their actions.
The song ends on a note of self-reflection, with the singer acknowledging the fleeting high of drugs and how it leaves them feeling unfulfilled. They express a desire to change if they want to achieve a better outcome. Overall, London Drugs is a bleak yet honest portrayal of addiction and the problems that come with it.
Line by Line Meaning
What's it gonna take to fix me up?
Asking what is needed to help improve oneself
I don't want your London drugs
Refusing to accept artificial solutions or quick fixes
Every time I'm with you I take too much
Tendency to go overboard in search of instant gratification
Every once in a while when I'm in denial
Occasionally refusing to acknowledge or face personal issues
I wind up doing something I don't want to do
Engaging in behaviors that are harmful or counterproductive
On a rainy night in SoHo
Setting the scene
The wind was whistling all its charms
Describing the weather
I think we overstayed our welcome
Feeling unwanted or unwelcome
They're giving us the look at The Argyll Arms
Receiving disapproving glances
You happened to notice my anxious commotion
Noticing the artist's nervousness or anxiety
As my heart bled through my shirt
Feeling vulnerable or exposed
I've been a little heavy handed keeping it at work
Struggling to balance personal and professional matters
My anxiety can sleep easy
Feeling relieved or content after a stressful situation
The show was everything I hoped it would be
Enjoying or finding success in a desired outcome
And now we're sitting in the back of the theater
Relaxing after the event
Binging everything that's left to drink
Drinking excessively or without restraint
'Cause in a moment it's over
Reflecting on how quickly things can change
The high and the thrill
Feeling good or excited for a short period of time
Then I'm leaving here so unfulfilled
Feeling unsatisfied or disappointed afterwards
Well if I don't change now I never will
Recognizing the need for personal growth and change
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Eric Joseph Keen, Greg Barnett, Joseph Godino, Thomas F. May
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@ORYAN99
[Chorus]
What’s it gonna take to fix me up?
I don’t want your London drugs
Every time I’m with you I take too much
I don’t want your London drugs
Every once in a while when I’m in denial
I wind up doing something I don’t want to do
What’s it gonna take to fix me up?
I don’t want your London drugs
[Verse 1]
On a rainy night in SoHo
The wind was whistling all its charms
I think we overstayed our welcome
They’re giving us the look at the argyll arms
You happened to notice my anxious commotion
As my heart bled through my shirt
I’ve been a little heavy handed keepin’ it at work
[Chorus]
What’s it gonna take to fix me up?
I don’t want your London drugs
Every time I’m with you I take too much
I don’t want your London drugs
Every once in a while when I’m in denial
I wind up doing something I don’t want to do
What’s it gonna take to fix me up?
I don’t want your London drugs
[Verse 2]
My anxiety can sleep easy
The show was everything I hoped it would be
Now we’re sitting in the back of the theater
Binging everything that’s left to drink
‘Cause in a moment it’s over
The high and the thrill
Then I’m leaving here so unfulfilled
Well if I don’t change now I never will
[Chorus]
What’s it gonna take to fix me up?
I don’t want your London drugs
Every time I’m with you I take too much
I don’t want your London drugs
Every once in a while when I’m in denial
I wind up doing something I don’t want to do
What’s it gonna take to fix me up?
I don’t want your London drugs
[Outro]
What’s it gonna take to fix me up?
I don’t want your London drugs
'Cause every time I’m with you I take too much
I don’t want your London drugs
What’s it gonna take to fix me up?
I don’t want your London drugs
@DacianMiron
This whole album is gold. Underrated band.
@c7po457
I haven't even made it through the ad, but I'm going to go ahead and 'like' the song and tell you all it's a great one! To the Menzingers, thank you, great job and keep it up!!!!
@snipermafia3609
Man this songs hits the feelings in a good way! ✊
@willoseniman6057
I love this band so much. Please come to Indonesia ❤️
@jaredrogos8732
song slaps.
@HamsterWheelGaming
And here I was convinced he said "I don't want your money and drugs" lol
@ORYAN99
[Chorus]
What’s it gonna take to fix me up?
I don’t want your London drugs
Every time I’m with you I take too much
I don’t want your London drugs
Every once in a while when I’m in denial
I wind up doing something I don’t want to do
What’s it gonna take to fix me up?
I don’t want your London drugs
[Verse 1]
On a rainy night in SoHo
The wind was whistling all its charms
I think we overstayed our welcome
They’re giving us the look at the argyll arms
You happened to notice my anxious commotion
As my heart bled through my shirt
I’ve been a little heavy handed keepin’ it at work
[Chorus]
What’s it gonna take to fix me up?
I don’t want your London drugs
Every time I’m with you I take too much
I don’t want your London drugs
Every once in a while when I’m in denial
I wind up doing something I don’t want to do
What’s it gonna take to fix me up?
I don’t want your London drugs
[Verse 2]
My anxiety can sleep easy
The show was everything I hoped it would be
Now we’re sitting in the back of the theater
Binging everything that’s left to drink
‘Cause in a moment it’s over
The high and the thrill
Then I’m leaving here so unfulfilled
Well if I don’t change now I never will
[Chorus]
What’s it gonna take to fix me up?
I don’t want your London drugs
Every time I’m with you I take too much
I don’t want your London drugs
Every once in a while when I’m in denial
I wind up doing something I don’t want to do
What’s it gonna take to fix me up?
I don’t want your London drugs
[Outro]
What’s it gonna take to fix me up?
I don’t want your London drugs
'Cause every time I’m with you I take too much
I don’t want your London drugs
What’s it gonna take to fix me up?
I don’t want your London drugs
@alejandroavilabeltran8145
First 💪 #lovethemenzingers
@Jwaughhh
Song speaks more when you’ve had certain people you do more drugs than normal being around and develop a habit that’s hard to quit.
@sincerelyme7423
If I don't change now I never will.