The Queers play a Ramones style of pop punk with songs about girls and beer. King has often collaborated with Ben Weasel, from Screeching Weasel. The band begun with a notoriety primarily in their own backyard, but with the release of Love Songs for the Retarded, recorded by legendary punk producer Mass Giorgini, their following grew to international proportions. They have collaborated with Mass Giorgini several times since.
Along with his casual acquaintance Ben Weasel, Joe King has criticized the re-emergence of the street punk scene and what he sees as the glorification of violence and class warfare by certain bands. The song, "Little Rich Working Class Oi Boy" from the album Beyond the Valley of the Assfuckers takes aim at the working class pretensions and bellicose attitudes of some members of the Oi! scene. In a 2005 post to The Queers official website, King criticizes the effect of Boston punk band, the Dropkick Murphys. Writes King, "With all this stupid fucking Irish/Dropkick BS these days the whole punk scene (what's left of it) is full of assholes that just wanna fight."
Don't Back Down
The Queers Lyrics
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With their feet in the air you can hear em shout
They're not afraid, not my boys
They grit their teeth, they don't back down
Don't back down - You gotta be a little nuts
Don't back down - But show now who's got guts
Don't back down - Don't back down from that wave
With their feet full of tar and their head full of sand
The guys know the surf like the palm of their hand
Hey're not afraid, not my boys
They grit their teeth, They don't back down
[Chorus]
When a 20-footer sneaks up like a ton of lead
And the crest comes along
and slaps them upside their head
They're not afraid, not my boys
They grit their teeth, They don't back down
[Chorus]
The Queers' song "Don't Back Down" is an anthem for the surfing community. The lyrics talk about the thrill and danger of riding the waves and the camaraderie between the surfers. The girls admire the way the guys get "wiped out" and shout with their feet up in the air. The boys are fearless and do not shy away from a challenge. They have sand in their hair and tar on their feet, and they know the surf like the back of their hand. When a 20-footer wave comes along and slaps them upside their head, they don't back down, grit their teeth and face the challenge head-on.
The song's message is about the importance of not giving up, facing challenges, and having the courage to push forward no matter what happens. The surfing metaphor is used to represent life's challenges, where one must stay strong, always striving to stay afloat and never backing down. The song's upbeat tone and catchy chorus evoke feelings of excitement, courage and determination. It is an inspiring and empowering song for anyone facing a difficult situation, encouraging them to persevere and stay strong.
Line by Line Meaning
The girls dig the way the guys get all wiped out
The girls find it attractive when the guys wipe out while surfing.
With their feet in the air you can hear em shout
As they wipe out, the guys shout and their feet go up in the air.
They're not afraid, not my boys
The guys are fearless and courageous while surfing.
They grit their teeth, they don't back down
The guys stay determined and refuse to give up, even when things get tough.
Don't back down - You gotta be a little nuts
To succeed, one must be willing to take risks and be a bit crazy.
Don't back down - But show now who's got guts
Stand your ground and prove your bravery and determination.
Don't back down - Don't back down from that wave
Never give up, even when facing a difficult challenge or obstacle.
With their feet full of tar and their head full of sand
The guys are covered in tar from the ocean and have sand in their hair.
The guys know the surf like the palm of their hand
The guys are experienced surfers and know the ocean waves very well.
Hey're not afraid, not my boys
The guys are confident and fearless when it comes to surfing.
They grit their teeth, They don't back down
The guys stay determined and refuse to give up, even when things get tough.
When a 20-footer sneaks up like a ton of lead
When a huge wave unexpectedly appears, it's like a ton of weight hitting the guys.
And the crest comes along and slaps them upside their head
The top of the wave hits the guys in the head, causing them pain.
They're not afraid, not my boys
Despite the danger, the guys remain confident and courageous.
They grit their teeth, They don't back down
The guys stay determined and refuse to give up, even when things get tough.
[Chorus]
Refrain from backing down and never give up.
[Chorus]
Stay strong and determined in the face of adversity.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: MICHAEL LOVE, BRIAN WILSON
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
TheBeachboys4ever
Agreed. They did justice to Brian Wilson's song. Outstanding cover. Better than most.
LAG3
I don't care , I love this. Joe's high vocals do total justice to the Beach Boys. RULES! 👍✌
pUnKrOcKnINjAgAmEr
Such an inspirational band.
Purple_Turtle_ B20BP8R
This is still brilliant and it’s 2020.
Uncle Filthy
One of my favorite bands and funnest to see live
Maple Valley Sound Room
Originally released on the Beach Boys album "All Summer Long". Love it.
Sean Past Trip
I have never known of you guy's before.. But you are bloody brilliant.. Top cover version - and covered with respect. FUCKIN' STATION
marcos martin
carajo esto hase que se levante el animo,aguanten the queers
Tanis Gentle
LOVE the Beach Boys-esque acapella! 🏄♀️
King Sloth
Don't get me wrong, the original song is GREAT, but the Queers do total justice to this song, and MORE!