Formed in 1985, The Mighty Mighty Bosstones started playing in Boston clubs in the mid-1980s. After a brief period of inactivity due to the schooling commitments of its members, they reformed and released their album Devil's Night Out on Taang! Records. The Bosstones toured relentlessly throughout the 1990s, playing hundreds of shows a year, releasing albums and spinning off the popular rock radio hit "Someday I Suppose". They were eventually signed to Mercury Records. The band appeared in the movie Clueless. In 1997, the success of their single "The Impression That I Get" and its follow up, "The Rascal King" earned them mainstream recognition. In 2000 they put out their critically acclaimed disk Pay Attention. The Mighty Mighty Bosstones released their last album on Side One Dummy Records. They officially went on hiatus in 2003, citing too much time on the road and desire to branch out and do different things. In 2007, the Bosstones announced that they were reforming. They played their 10th Hometown Throwdown in Boston and released a new album, Medium Rare, which consists of rare B-sides, and 3 new songs, including the single, "Don't Worry Desmond Dekker".
The band announced their split in early 2022.
Noise Brigade
The Mighty Mighty Bosstones Lyrics
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It's pouring, it's raining
Training or a trade
Hey, you bet I'm afraid
Unepuipped with a skill
But I'm thrilled with the thrill
Underskilled, unprepared
Hey, who wouldn't be scared
And burn me a bridge
I'm not sure, should I call
This my range or a ridge?
There ain't none too high
If I'm up for a climb
I'll go zero to sixty
And stop on a dime
A dime for a dozen
If that's what you're after
A moment of silence
A lifetime of laughter
On the brighter side
And ona happier note
The noise, well it's just love
That gets caught in my throat
The end of the line's
Not the end of a rope
Just a salesman
Selling a bucket of hope
When the bucket gets kicked
And my chips are all cashed
My intention, conventions
Are finally smashed
The song 'Noise Brigade' by The Mighty Mighty BossTones is about the uncertainty and fear that comes with pursuing a passion without any formal training, education or skill. The lyrics express the thrill of the challenge despite the risks and the possibility of failure. The singer of the song declares their readiness to take on any obstacle that comes their way and they are not afraid of failure or rejection. The chorus talks about the noise being caused by love that is caught in his throat, which is a beautifully poetic way of implying that passion can be overwhelming at times. The last few lines of the lyrics suggest a metaphorical sense of the end of the line, in which the singer is left with nothing but the intentions and conventions that he held before, with a sense of freedom from the uncertainties and expectations that had kept him bound before.
Line by Line Meaning
Without any training
I have no experience or education in this field
It's pouring, it's raining
Things are looking down and it's not getting any better
Training or a trade
I'm not sure if having a skill or going into a specific job is better for me
Hey, you bet I'm afraid
I am intimidated and anxious about my uncertain future
Unequipped with a skill
I do not possess the knowledge or ability needed to succeed
But I'm thrilled with the thrill
Despite my fears, there is a sense of excitement and adrenaline that comes with taking risks
Underskilled, unprepared
I am not equipped to handle the challenges I may face
Hey, who wouldn't be scared
It's only natural to feel overwhelmed and frightened in unfamiliar situations
Bring on the obstacles
I am ready to tackle any challenges that come my way
And burn me a bridge
I am willing to take a big risk and make a bold move, even if it may damage relationships or opportunities
I'm not sure, should I call
I am unsure of my own abilities and whether I belong in this field
This my range or a ridge?
I am questioning if this is my comfort zone or if I am pushing myself too far out of it
There ain't none too high
I am not afraid of any challenges, no matter how difficult they seem
If I'm up for a climb
If I am willing to work hard and push myself
I'll go zero to sixty
I am ready to give 100% effort and make big strides
And stop on a dime
I am capable of quickly adjusting and adapting to changing circumstances
A dime for a dozen
Many people possess the same level of skill and experience as me
If that's what you're after
If having a simple, common skill set is your goal
A moment of silence
There are brief periods of peace and calm in this chaotic experience
A lifetime of laughter
Despite the challenges and uncertainty, there is joy to be found in life
On the brighter side
Looking on the positive side of things
And on a happier note
Considering the positive aspects of the situation
The noise, well it's just love
The chaotic, unpredictable nature of life is what makes it worthwhile
That gets caught in my throat
Sometimes expressing my feelings and emotions can be difficult
The end of the line's
When I reach my goal
Not the end of a rope
It's not over or hopeless
Just a salesman
I am simply someone trying to sell my ideas and abilities
Selling a bucket of hope
I am trying to offer a positive outlook and hope for the future
When the bucket gets kicked
When things go wrong
And my chips are all cashed
When I have exhausted all my options and resources
My intention, conventions
My goals, plans, and expectations
Are finally smashed
Can be destroyed or changed in an instant
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: DENNIS BROCKENBOROUGH, DICKY BARRETT, JOSEPH GITTLEMAN
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