The band slightly evolved away from their raw early sound with their third album, We Kill Computers, and with their 2011 release, Unpersons. Their next two offerings, 2014's Do Not Engage and 2016's Positive Thinking, found them expanding their sound even further with psychedelic rock and rockabilly influences. Both members cite literature and film as huge inspiration for much of their songwriting, especially science fiction and horror genres. These inpirations are also present in their highly stylized music videos, which are often violent and visually striking homages to beloved sci-fi films.
They also like soup.
Big Shot
The Pack A.D. Lyrics
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You said "that's great; I'll be king"
Well you're a jerk, quite a piece of work
I think it's fun that you're so dumb
It is such a lonely world
When you are around
You're no Chips Rafferty, ohh
Like that ape on the tower, ohh
Crushin' planes by the hour, ohh
Ooh, big shot
Ooh, big shot
Ooh, big shot
Ooh, big shot
Your mono drama is killin' me
Just call and get some therapy
Here's a smile face so you know I can
I can play my game while I share
It is such a lonely world
When you are around
So screw your indignity, ohh
You're no Chips Rafferty, ohh
Like that ape on the tower, ohh
Crushin' planes by the hour, ohh
Ooh, big shot
Ooh, big shot
Ooh, big shot
Ooh, big shot
Ooh, big shot
Ooh, big shot
Ooh, big shot
Ooh, big shot
Ooh, big shot
Ooh, big shot
Ooh, big shot
Ooh, big shot
The lyrics to The Pack A.D.'s song Big Shot depict a one-sided conversation between two individuals, one of whom is portrayed as an arrogant and egotistical person. The singer seems to be somewhat exasperated with this person, referencing a past conversation in which they hinted at the world's impending destruction, and the person replied by expressing their desire to become king. The singer then refers to this person as a "jerk" and a "piece of work," while seeming to enjoy their perceived lack of intelligence.
Throughout the song, the singer expresses a sense of loneliness and frustration in their interactions with this person, emphasising how unpleasant it can be to be around them. They encourage this person to seek therapy and ridicule their attempts at representing themselves as some kind of powerful figure, describing them as a "big shot." The repeated refrain of "Ooh, big shot" serves as a sarcastic jibe aimed towards this person.
Overall, the lyrics to Big Shot reflect the singer's annoyance at an egotistical and unpleasant person, and their sense of disconnection from them due to their obnoxious behaviour.
Line by Line Meaning
I think I said "the end is coming"
I expressed my belief that something is about to end
You said "that's great; I'll be king"
You responded with excitement, thinking that you will gain power from the situation
Well you're a jerk, quite a piece of work
You are unpleasant and difficult to deal with
I think it's fun that you're so dumb
It's amusing how unintelligent you are
It is such a lonely world
When you are around
You make me feel isolated and alone
So screw your indignity, ohh
You're no Chips Rafferty, ohh
Like that ape on the tower, ohh
Crushin' planes by the hour, ohh
I don't care about your shameful behavior, you are not admirable or impressive like Chips Rafferty, rather you are like a reckless monkey causing damage
Ooh, big shot
Ooh, big shot
Ooh, big shot
Ooh, big shot
Sarcastic reference to your delusional belief that you are an important and influential person
Your mono drama is killin' me
Just call and get some therapy
Here's a smile face so you know I can
I can play my game while I share
Your tedious, self-absorbed behavior is exhausting to deal with, seek professional help if needed. I'm capable of pretending to be interested while pursuing my own agenda
Writer(s): REBECCA STEWART, MAYA MILLER
Contributed by Grace W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@jasonhardy9512
Ok, going to buy your new album right now. I should have picked it up at the show in Halifax last night.
@michaelwhite5568
The Pack A. D. is a Canadian garage rock duo from Vancouver, British Columbia. Their songs: "Big Shot". "So What". "Animal". GOOD SONGS!!!!😉😃😎😆🤔
@MikuPinky
I love it
@bertrandtranbert
great set !
@kwinland
I foresee the longest 3-4 months while waiting for this album!
@SlowATT
thats sound damn good, maybe some one have tabs of dat song?
@erminioveronese6741
eccezzionale
@RobertWC92
i did not expect that voice to belong to a girl...lol well done
@RamiroApache
Hell yeah!!!
@goatsandmonkeys33
Delectable.