1: The Pack i… Read Full Bio ↴There are several artists named "the Pack", including:
1: The Pack is Brandon "Lil B" McCartney, Damonte "Lil Uno" Johnson, Lloyd "Young L" Omadhebo, Keith "Stunnaman" Jenkins. Lil B attended El Cerrito High School, and Young L attended Albany High School. Lil Uno and Stunna attended Berkeley High School in Berkeley, California. They all recorded together for over a year at Young L's home studio where they released their first two mixtapes Pack Muzik Vol. 1 and Wolfpack Muzik Vol. 2. When Too $hort signed The Pack to Jive Records, they were all only around 17 years old.
2: The Pack emerged from the South London anarchist squat scene of 1978. The members were:
Kirk Brandon (later Theatre of Hate, Spear of Destiny, Dead Men Walking) on vocals, Rab Fae Beith (later UK Subs) on drums and the Canadian brothers Simon and Jonathan Werner (later The Straps) on guitar and bass. Their first gig was at the Camden Film Co-op.
Their music was a dark and menacing take on classic punk. Kirk Brandonโs vocals echoing those of Johnny Rotten, but with a visceral, sinister twist.
They released two singles. The first on the SS label in August 1979 had โHeathenโ on the A-side and โBrave New Soldiersโ on the B-side, both instant punk classics. SS stood for Secret Service as it was recorded in a recording van โborrowedโ from Stiff records with the help of Terry Razor. This was quickly followed by โKing of Kingsโ and โNumber 12โ released on Rough Trade Records. By this time Rab Fae Beith had been replaced on drums by Jim Walker (later PIL).
The Packโs short career acted as a bridgehead from the raw explosive energy of the early punk years to the new darker reality of depression hit 80โs Britain. They played their last sold out show at the 101 Club in Clapham.
Discography:
Heathen / Brave New Soldiers 7โโ (SS Label โ79)
King of Kings 7โโ (Rough Trade โ79)
Dead Ronin CD (Yeaah!)
S/T Cassette (Self Released)
3: A punk rock band from Germany who released a self-titled LP in 1978. Included ex-Amon Dรผรผl II member Jรถrg Evers.
4. Originally a 1960s garage band named Terry Knight and the Pack. Lead singer Terry Knight left for awhile in order to peruse a a solo career and The Pack continued to record and preform under the name "The Pack" as well as The Fabulous Pack without Knight. "The Pack" would later be reborn as Grand Funk Railroad with ex-lead singer Terry Knight managing the GFR for awhile.
Vans
The Pack Lyrics
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Got my Vans on, but they look like sneakers
Got my Vans on, but they look like sneakers
Got my Vans on, but they look like sneakers
You wearin' coke whites but my Vans look cleaner
Got my Vans on, but they look like sneakers
Got my Vans on, but they look like sneakers
You wearin' coke whites but my Vans look cleaner
Got my Vans on, finna walk out the door
Put five on the grapes so you know I'm gon' blow
Got the new pack shoe, bought it right out the door
Holla at the dope girls, dope boys all go
Man, if you really tight, then you gotta get Vans
See me in the club, bitch I'm a grown man
If you see me at a party, then it must be crack
Cost thirty-six dollars, all black, yes
Like my niggas make slaps and we get clothes mayne
Fuck coke whites, 'cause my Vans fucking gold
Got new top-siders finna fly like kites
Go to sleep in the day, go to parties at night
Man, I'm from B-town and all my niggas get like
Man, we be sportin' Vans and we throw away Nikes
If you wanna get right, stop buyin' those Nikes
Get some new fuckin' Vans and you'll bet you look icy (hey)
(Young L)
Got my Vans on, but they look like sneakers
Got my Vans on, but they look like sneakers
Got my Vans on, but they look like sneakers
You wearin' coke whites but my Vans look cleaner
Got my Vans on, but they look like sneakers
Got my Vans on, but they look like sneakers
Got my Vans on, but they look like sneakers
You wearin' coke whites but my Vans look cleaner
I wear checkered Vans, the same color as snow (hey)
And Uno spit crack, the same color as coke (yes)
Got my Vans on, but they look like sneakers
You wearin' coke whites, but my Vans are cleaner (hey)
They slip in and out real easy, like plugs (oh)
You can get different colors, like rainbows (yes)
Since 1966, Vans had set a trend (go, go, go)
I got a blue pair, yeah, in a size ten
Get your grown man on, when you wear top-siders (hey)
Button-ups and sweaters, equal attire (yes)
One, two step
Yeah, get your boogie on (go, go, go)
Go slide real quick, like you got skates on
It's a punk rock shoe, so they get real dirty (dirty)
Sole kinda thick, like a big booty chick (chick)
A big booty chick? Yeah, that's what I said (said)
Thirty-six dollars and you're cashin' out for some Vans (hey)
Young L
Got my Vans on, but they look like sneakers
Got my Vans on, but they look like sneakers
Got my Vans on, but they look like sneakers
You wearin' coke whites but my Vans look cleaner
Got my Vans on, but they look like sneakers
Got my Vans on, but they look like sneakers (yeah)
Got my Vans on, but they look like sneakers (Young L, lets go)
You wearin' coke whites but my Vans look cleaner
Yeah, I'm raw nigga, with my got damn Vans on
Slip 'em off, slip 'em on, cuff in my pants
So they don't get torn in the back
It's a punk rock shoe, with the logo in the back (logo)
Got the red ones laced up in a size ten
Got the all black Vans on with a skull head
I go (I go, I go)
Catch me in my Vans goin' dumb
At a function or a party, we gon' get this shit started
They got all kinda Vans, like checkered different colors
If you lace 'em pass the fourth hole, you some type of sucker
Once copped me a pair from the skateboard shop
Went home, they didn't fit, then I had to re-cop (aw shit)
Give a fuck, yeah ya boy rock slip-ons (yes)
But I bet I'll snatch your chick with my got damn Vans on
Holla at ya boy, but I can tell ya where I got these
Vans don't cost cheese, real niggas wear these Vans (Vans, yeah, yeah, yeah))
(Young L)
Got my Vans on, but they look like sneakers
Got my Vans on, but they look like sneakers
Got my Vans on, but they look like sneakers
You wearin' coke whites but my Vans look cleaner
Got my Vans on, but they look like sneakers
Got my Vans on, but they look like sneakers
Got my Vans on, but they look like sneakers (yeah, yeah, Stunna)
You wearin' coke whites but my Vans look cleaner
In my Van shoes, but they look like sneakers (hey)
Yeah, they old school, like high-top Adidas (go)
Now we gettin' money, all these niggas wanna be us (yes)
But I don't give a fuck 'cause my whole team see us (my whole team see)
These niggas wouldn't bust a nut in a porno flick
Black on black, so they won't get dirty
Lookin' like a grown man, feelin' like I'm 'bout thirty
Super official, short blow the whistle (ooh)
Talk to my pistol if you got an issue
Smokin' purple stuff, got my eyes all hazy
Play dat Young Stunna, dope girls go crazy
My Vans go stupid, schizomanie (manie)
Better cuff ya chick, slip-ons get ladies
You can have them coke whites wit them dirty ass laces (bitch)
Nigga, Vans go, all you lame niggas face it
But my Vans lime green, yeah, I'm flyer than a spaceship (yeah)
The Pack's song Vans is a tribute to the iconic skateboarding shoe, the Vans sneaker. The chorus repeats the line "Got my Vans on, but they look like sneakers" multiple times, highlighting the unique style of the shoe. The song also takes a dig at those who wear "coke whites," referring to the popular white sneakers worn by many at the time. The lyrics promote Vans as a more stylish and unique choice.
The song also references the cost and popularity of Vans, as well as the versatility of the shoe. The artists boast about their different colored Vans and how they can be worn to parties, skating, or even as a casual everyday shoe. The song also acknowledges Vansโ popularity in skate culture, with the lyrics mentioning the skate shop where the artist copped their first pair, and the punk rock aesthetic of the shoe.
Overall, the song is a celebration of the unique and versatile Vans shoe, promoting it as a cooler and more individualistic choice than traditional sneakers.
Line by Line Meaning
Got my Vans on, but they look like sneakers
I am wearing Vans shoes, but they resemble sneakers
You wearin' coke whites but my Vans look cleaner
You are wearing white shoes, but my Vans appear cleaner
Got my Vans on, finna walk out the door
I have my Vans on and I'm about to leave
Put five on the grapes so you know I'm gon' blow
I spent five dollars on the shoes, showing off my style
Got the new pack shoe, bought it right out the door
I purchased the latest shoe release as soon as it was available
Holla at the dope girls, dope boys all go
I attract the attention of stylish and cool girls and boys
Man, if you really tight, then you gotta get Vans
If you want to be considered fashionable, you should wear Vans
See me in the club, bitch I'm a grown man
When you see me in the club, you know I'm a mature adult
If you see me at a party, then it must be crack
If I'm at a party, it's guaranteed to be exciting
Cost thirty-six dollars, all black, yes
These shoes cost $36 and they are completely black in color
Like my niggas make slaps and we get clothes mayne
My friends and I create great music and have a sense of style
Fuck coke whites, 'cause my Vans fucking gold
I don't like white shoes, my Vans are superior because they are gold
Got new top-siders finna fly like kites
I have brand new top-sider shoes and I feel confident and ready to have fun
Go to sleep in the day, go to parties at night
I have an unconventional lifestyle where I sleep during the day and party at night
Man, I'm from B-town and all my niggas get like
I am from B-town and everyone in my crew is successful and stylish
Man, we be sportin' Vans and we throw away Nikes
We proudly wear Vans and don't care about Nike shoes
If you wanna get right, stop buyin' those Nikes
If you want to improve your style, stop wasting money on Nike shoes
Get some new fuckin' Vans and you'll bet you look icy (hey)
Buy some fresh Vans shoes and you'll look incredibly cool
I wear checkered Vans, the same color as snow (hey)
I wear Vans with a checkered pattern, resembling the color of snow
And Uno spit crack, the same color as coke (yes)
Uno, the rapper, delivers excellent lyrics, symbolizing the drugs' color
They slip in and out real easy, like plugs (oh)
The shoes easily slide on and off like electrical plugs
You can get different colors, like rainbows (yes)
Vans shoes come in various colors, just like a rainbow
Since 1966, Vans had set a trend (go, go, go)
Vans shoes have been setting a fashion trend since 1966
I got a blue pair, yeah, in a size ten
I own a blue pair of Vans shoes in size ten
Get your grown man on, when you wear top-siders (hey)
Wear top-siders shoes to look mature and sophisticated
Button-ups and sweaters, equal attire (yes)
Style button-up shirts and sweaters together for a fashionable outfit
One, two step
Dance using a simple one or two-step movement
Yeah, get your boogie on (go, go, go)
Enjoy yourself and dance freely
Go slide real quick, like you got skates on
Move in a smooth sliding motion, as if wearing roller skates
It's a punk rock shoe, so they get real dirty (dirty)
Vans shoes are associated with punk rock culture and tend to get dirty easily
Sole kinda thick, like a big booty chick (chick)
The sole of the shoes is thick and reminiscent of a curvy woman's body
A big booty chick? Yeah, that's what I said (said)
Yes, I made a comparison to a woman with a curvaceous figure
Thirty-six dollars and you're cashin' out for some Vans (hey)
You spent $36 on Vans shoes, but they are worth it
Yeah, I'm raw nigga, with my got damn Vans on
I am genuinely authentic with my amazing Vans shoes
Slip 'em off, slip 'em on, cuff in my pants
Easily remove or put on the shoes while tucking my pants into them
So they don't get torn in the back
To prevent the shoes from tearing at the back
It's a punk rock shoe, with the logo in the back (logo)
The shoes have a punk rock aesthetic, with the brand logo at the back
Got the red ones laced up in a size ten
I have the red Vans shoes tied up neatly in size ten
Got the all black Vans on with a skull head
I am wearing all black Vans shoes with a skull design
I go (I go, I go)
I move confidently and smoothly
Catch me in my Vans goin' dumb
You will see me acting crazy and energetic in my Vans shoes
At a function or a party, we gon' get this shit started
Whether it's a formal event or a casual party, I know how to get the energy and excitement going
They got all kinda Vans, like checkered different colors
Vans offers a variety of styles, including checkered patterns in various colors
If you lace 'em pass the fourth hole, you some type of sucker
If you tie your shoes with laces beyond the fourth hole, you are considered uncool
Once copped me a pair from the skateboard shop
I once bought a pair of Vans from a skate shop
Went home, they didn't fit, then I had to re-cop (aw shit)
When I got home, I realized the shoes didn't fit, so I had to buy another pair
Give a fuck, yeah ya boy rock slip-ons (yes)
I don't care, I wear slip-on Vans shoes
But I bet I'll snatch your chick with my got damn Vans on
I'm confident that I can attract someone's girlfriend while wearing my stunning Vans shoes
Holla at ya boy, but I can tell ya where I got these
Talk to me, I can disclose where I obtained these shoes
Vans don't cost cheese, real niggas wear these Vans
Vans shoes are affordable, and genuine individuals wear them
In my Van shoes, but they look like sneakers (hey)
I wear Vans shoes, even though they resemble sneakers
Yeah, they old school, like high-top Adidas (go)
My Vans shoes have a vintage aesthetic, similar to high-top Adidas
Now we gettin' money, all these niggas wanna be us (yes)
As we become successful, everyone wants to imitate our style and success
But I don't give a fuck 'cause my whole team see us (my whole team see)
I don't care about others trying to copy us because my entire team recognizes our uniqueness
These niggas wouldn't bust a nut in a porno flick
These individuals lack confidence or assertiveness
Black on black, so they won't get dirty
Wearing all black shoes ensures they won't show dirt easily
Lookin' like a grown man, feelin' like I'm 'bout thirty
I present myself as a mature adult, even though I feel youthful
Super official, short blow the whistle (ooh)
I am incredibly stylish and fashionable, signaling my presence
Talk to my pistol if you got an issue
If you have a problem, address it with my gun
Smokin' purple stuff, got my eyes all hazy
I am smoking marijuana, causing my eyes to become bloodshot and blurry
Play dat Young Stunna, dope girls go crazy
When I play my rap music, attractive girls become enthusiastic and excited
My Vans go stupid, schizomanie (manie)
My Vans shoes are extremely impressive and cause excitement
Better cuff ya chick, slip-ons get ladies
You should secure your girlfriend because slip-on Vans shoes attract women
You can have them coke whites wit them dirty ass laces (bitch)
You can keep your white shoes with dirty laces
Nigga, Vans go, all you lame niggas face it
Vans shoes are superior, and all the uncool individuals need to accept it
But my Vans lime green, yeah, I'm flyer than a spaceship (yeah)
My Vans shoes are lime green, making me look incredibly cool and stylish
Lyrics ยฉ TUNECORE INC, TuneCore Inc.
Written by: Brandon Christopher Mccartney, Lloyd Tomobor Enibu Omadhebo, Keith Jenkins, Damonte Johnson
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@CallmeBatty3
You know you're old when your one of the few people who actually knew about Lil B from the pack before he was the based god
@babiboy181
yayyyy areaaaaa
@Matt_Underwood
+Frank L Of course man
@xblmind5et
For real lol so many people didn't know pack was dope vans I'm shining blueberry afghani , I'm so hood str8 Fire
@mglenwright09
+Frank L I remember when this track came out and these guys were playing shows all around the bay. those were fun times man. when hyphy was alive it was a fuckin good time. the bay felt alive and we were unified across the boards - looking back i realize just how weird and special of a time that was i guess
go dumb or choke on something you beezy. MAC DRE RIP
@CallmeBatty3
mglenwright09ย yeah I remember this was like the beginning of college for me. We had tons of "Bay to LA" parties even had the Pack perform at one. Didn't realize how "good" it was back then, til I see the shit out now. lol
@user-bv4sg1ui3n
When he said โfeeling like a grown man,feeling like Iโm about 30โ it made me tear up.I was 15 when this came out and now Iโm 32 ๐ข๐ข๐ข
@ajones1266
Me too. I'm 34๐ข
@user-bv4sg1ui3n
@@ajones1266 time flies by so fast,donโt it? ๐ญ
@patrick106309
I'm 30,from the west side of Chicago brodie ๐