They announced in June 2010 that they will be breaking up.
Aversion Online says: The Methadones take the three-chord simplicity of Ramones-influenced rock and strip it of its sillier themes for straight ahead rock.
Discography
Full Lengths
* Ill at Ease - A-F Records September 25, 2001
* Career Objective - Thick Records July 15, 2003
* Not Economically Viable - Thick Records November 16, 2004
* 21st Century Power Pop Riot - Redscare Records June 6, 2006
* This Won't Hurt - Red Scare Records July 10, 2007
Compilations
* 1157 Wheeler Avenue: A Memorial For Amadou Diallo - Failed Experiment Records June 25, 2002
* Sex and Subversion - Thick Records October 28, 2003
* Go Kart MP300 - Go Kart Records October 28, 2003
* AMP Presents Vol. 4 Pop Punk - American Music Press (AMP) February 22, 2005
* Take Me Down To The Punkrock City - Squash June 1, 2005
* Mean It Man - Thick Records September 13, 2005
* Punk Rock Mix Tape - FastMusic, 2006
Say Goodbye to Your Generation
The Methadones Lyrics
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The more we keep looking back we can only lose
Remember when we were kids hanging out?
Feeling alright thinking we're on top?
Well now the whole damn generation's going down the tubes
We sit around and think about what lies ahead
We know there's no going back and it fills us with dread
Feeling alright thinking we're on top?
Well now the whole damn generation's going down the tubes
Say goodbye to your generation
I'm left wanting more than what we could do
Say goodbye to your generation
Yeah, that's right I'm talking to you
Say goodbye to your generation
I'm left wanting more than what we could do
Say goodbye to your generation
Soon to be forgotten for something new
We never thought it would ever turn out like this
Every once in a while I can't help feeling pissed
Some of the things we stood for just don't matter anymore
The whole damn generation's going down the tubes
Say goodbye to your generation
The Methadones's song Say Goodbye to Your Generation is a reflection on the lost hope and frustration of the current generation. The lyrics of the song talk about how the current generation is going down the tubes and how constantly looking back only brings more loss. The song starts with the singer questioning if the audience can see how their generation is going down the tubes, and how looking back only makes things worse. The lyrics recall the good old days of the past when they were kids hanging out, but now everything has changed. The whole generation feels lost and unsure about what lies ahead, and they're filled with dread because they know there's no going back. They had once felt on top of the world, but now the whole generation is sinking.
The repeated line, "Say goodbye to your generation," signifies that it's time to let go of the past and embrace the future. The singer is left wanting more than what they could do, and they know their generation will soon be forgotten for something new. The song, in a way, mourns for the younger selves of the people and the time, which is forever gone. The frustration of the situation can be felt in the lyrics, where the singer states that some of the things they stood for don't matter anymore, and they never thought it would turn out like this. It's a harsh reality check that comes with aging, but at the same time, it's an opportunity to look forward and make things better.
Line by Line Meaning
Can't you see our generation's going down the tubes?
Our generation is deteriorating and heading towards failure.
The more we keep looking back we can only lose
Focusing on the past will only lead to more setbacks.
Remember when we were kids hanging out?
Recalling the past when we were young and carefree.
Feeling alright thinking we're on top?
Feeling confident and unbeatable.
Well now the whole damn generation's going down the tubes
The entirety of our generation is failing.
We sit around and think about what lies ahead
We contemplate what the future holds.
We know there's no going back and it fills us with dread
We acknowledge that we cannot change the past and it worries us.
Say goodbye to your generation
Let go of the current state of our generation.
I'm left wanting more than what we could do
I desire more than what we have achieved so far.
Yeah, that's right I'm talking to you
The message is directed to the listener.
Soon to be forgotten for something new
Our generation will soon be overshadowed by something else.
We never thought it would ever turn out like this
We never imagined that our generation would be in this state.
Every once in a while I can't help feeling pissed
Occasionally, I feel angry and frustrated about our current situation.
Some of the things we stood for just don't matter anymore
Values and beliefs we once held dear are no longer relevant.
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Brendan Leuthner
Love it, they've been playing classic punk since before it was classic.
Robert Tomon
Amen dude
Robert Tomon
Chicago punk rock is gold
Ricky Raso
Love this band!
Jen Usellis
Re-ripping my CD collection and found The Methadones' album, Career Objective, with a pick tucked into the jewel case...
Suddenly I'm transported to the Turf Club in St. Paul, MN.. and I'm probably there because one of my brothers said "these guys are awesome, you should see them" and they were, indeed, awesome. Pretty sure the pick was spit out at the crowd...So it's probably got some 10 year old germs on it... but what great memories... and what a great song. :)
tleirha
One of my favourite albums
Dustin Wikoff
Was not expecting to hear this on the end credits of the Abercrombie & Fitch documentary on Netflix. But loved that it happened!
canariondecanarias
NICE EPIC SONG!
Federica_lm
I loved your polite and reasonable interchange of ideas guys :D and although I like pop punk and the methadones I can't disagree with @bedtimefordemocracy.
Tex80
Dan Vapid rules!