The Pink Spiders stormed the Nashville music scene in late 2003, and by January of 2004, the band released their first EP, called The Pink Spiders are Taking Over!. They signed with CI Records in the summer of 2004. A mere three months after their EP was released, several major-label offers were on the table, and, in April of 2005, the band signed with Geffen Records. The Pink Spiders have since been named as one of Alternative Press' "100 Bands you need to know in 2006."
The Pink Spiders released their major label debut on August 1st, 2006, entitled Teenage Graffiti. The first single, Little Razorblade, debuted on MTV's Total Request Live as a premiere.
Their third studio album, Sweat It Out, was released on September 23, 2008, after a long wait since the announcement of the CD. The CD hit with it's single "Gimme Chemicals" and soon followed up with a music video shortly after it's release. Before the album's release, founding members John Decious and Bob Ferrari left the band and were replaced by Nathan Hansen (bass), Josh Watson (guitar) and Nick Slack (drums).
On August 31, 2009, Matt Friction posted a blog on his MySpace stating that the band was taking an extended hiatus and that his primary focus on his new band, called Matt Friction & The Cheap Shots.
Towards the end of 2010 the band began to reconnect, the original lineup played a gig together and announced their intent to begin touring again.
On March 22, 2011 the band released their single "Cherry Chapstick" which also contained the song "Sad Style." These are the first songs released since the bands reformation.
The Pink Spiders intend to begin touring again in early April 2011, although Jon Decious has once again left the band and has been replaced by Brandon Jazz.
Knock Knock
The Pink Spiders Lyrics
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Before you enter
'Cause the chances are
I'm with another on the floor
All tangled up
Trying to forget when we were sober
So knock, knock, knock
'Cause the chances are
I'll be with whoever had a car
To drive me home
And alcohol to last until the morning
For every argument I did not start
For every chance you get to break my heart
I face another skirt chase
I think I'm taking someone home
Knock, knock, knock
Before you enter
'Cause the chances are
I'm with another on the floor
All tangled up
Trying to forget when we were sober
So knock, knock, knock
Before you enter
'Cause the chances are
I'll be with whoever had a car
To drive me home
And alcohol to last until the morning
For every argument I did not start
For every chance you get to break my heart
I face another skirt chase
I think I'm taking someone home
For every smile I see you shoot his way
For every indiscretion I will make you pay
It's just another skirt chase
I don't wanna be alone
And I think I've got the right idea
And I think I'm taking someone home
So knock, knock, knock
Before you enter, baby
Knock, knock, knock
I've told you once before
Knock, knock, knock
Before you enter baby
Knock, knock, knock
I'm not asleep behind that door
The Pink Spiders' song "Knock Knock" is an upbeat, pop-punk tune with dark undertones. The lyrics suggest that the singer is living a carefree nightlife, indulging in alcohol and impulsive hookups to distract himself from the pain of a broken heart. He warns his partner to knock before entering because there is a high probability that he is with someone else, tangled up on the floor. He admits that he has engaged in numerous skirt chases, seeking solace in the arms of different women to avoid dealing with his emotions. The singer is aware of the fleeting nature of these encounters but still finds himself unable to resist them, admitting that he thinks he's taking someone home.
The song touches on themes of infidelity, avoidance, and loneliness. The high-energy rhythm, catchy hooks, and sing-along chorus contrast with the narrative's dark overtones, creating a striking juxtaposition. The lyrics illuminate the shallowness of the singer's existence, where his hedonistic pursuits only lead to further loneliness and heartache. The song's chorus is a reminder of the superficiality of the world he inhabits.
Line by Line Meaning
Knock, knock, knock
Please knock on the door before entering.
Before you enter
I may not be alone and want to avoid awkward situations.
'Cause the chances are
There's a high probability of something going on inside.
I'm with another on the floor
I may be with someone else on the floor inside.
All tangled up
We could be in a complicated situation.
Trying to forget when we were sober
We might be trying to forget something that happened while we were not under the influence of alcohol.
I'll be with whoever had a car
I might be with someone who was able to drive me home.
To drive me home
Someone may have brought me to this location by car.
And alcohol to last until the morning
There might be alcohol available to consume until morning.
For every argument I did not start
I have not initiated any arguments yet.
For every chance you get to break my heart
You have the opportunity to hurt me emotionally.
I face another skirt chase
I might be chasing after another person wearing a skirt.
I think I'm taking someone home
I would like to take someone home with me from this location.
For every smile I see you shoot his way
You might be flirting with someone else in front of me.
For every indiscretion I will make you pay
If you make a mistake, you will face consequences.
It's just another skirt chase
I'm chasing another person wearing a skirt.
I don't wanna be alone
I want someone with me to avoid being lonely.
And I think I've got the right idea
I believe I have a good plan in mind.
And I think I'm taking someone home
I intend to bring someone with me when I leave.
Before you enter, baby
Please knock on the door before entering.
I've told you once before
I have already asked you to knock before entering.
I'm not asleep behind that door
I am not sleeping behind the door or pretending not to be there.
Contributed by Brayden H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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first. 2009 i miss you