[1] The… Read Full Bio ↴There are multiple artists who have gone by The Supertones.
[1] The O.C. Supertones (a.k.a. The Supertones) were a Christian ska band hailing from Orange County, California. The O.C. stands for Orange County and was formally used to differentiate them from another group, but they generally were referred to as The Supertones by fans and publicity, especially as of their second album. The band was formerly signed to Tooth & Nail Records before becoming an independent band for its final tour. Beginning with a more traditional ska sound, the Supertones moved next to a harder rock sound, which eventually changed again with more of a pop-rock influence.
The band began in the early 1990s as Saved. Originally formed by Matt Morginsky, Jason Carson and Tony Terusa while in Junior High School, the band played a mix of many styles including punk, rap, metal, disco, and funk. In 1995 they formed as The Orange County Supertones and settled on a ska based sound.
In the late 1990s The Supertones achieved wide popularity in the Christian and secular community. Their second album, 1997's release Supertones Strike Back, was a surprise smash hit, peaking on both Billboard's Heatseekers and Top Christian Albums charts at 3 and 2 respectively. Beginning with a more traditional ska sound, The Supertones moved next to a harder rock sound, which eventually changed again with more of a pop-rock influence. Their next two albums, 1999's Chase the Sun and 2000's Loud and Clear, each charted on the Billboard 200 chart. They continued to release albums until 2005, at which point they went on indefinite hiatus. This ended when they reunited for some shows in 2010. Since then they have had stints in 2012 and 2017, performing various reunion and anniversary shows. Their 2017 commemoration of the 20th anniversary of their most well-received album "Supertones Strike Back" was presented as a definitive "final show".
[2] The Supertones are an "instrumental surf" band from NYC active since 1988. They have released at least 12 albums.
O.C. Supertones
The Supertones Lyrics
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Let's go to the rudeboy show
I wanna hear them play it rude
Gonna pop some rudeboy attitude
You I get up when I hear and then He found me
You know I'm safe and sound with my rudeboyz all around me
And our purpose is to server in case you hadn't heard
Father, Son, Spirit, hear it, near it, fear it,
Father, son and holy spirit
God's alive and He's here right now, here right now
That's just life down in Southern California
That's just life in Orange County California
Well if you used to be a Christian then you never was
Just sittin' up in church and sayin' what a Christian does
The world's got the gun, but the devil's got the trigger
Stand strong with Faith, deeper than a t-shirt or a sticker
You probably ask yourself, how'd this Jew get so crazy?
Came from kickin' mad knowledge, didn't come from being lazy
We got the rythym and the rythyms got roots
I'm a crazy little Hebrew on stage wearin' monkey boots
I love to be onstage and sing bimskalabimmin
I love to be out in the crowd a skankin' and a swimmin'
King David, my great grandfather, was a dancer
King Solomon, my great grandfather, was a romancer
Jesse came from Jesse, but Jesse came from Jesus
Now come to Lord Jesus 'cause Lord Jesus frees us.
The Supertones' "O.C. Supertones" is a song that captures the energy and spirit of ska music, while also conveying a deeper message about faith and community. The lyrics describe a group of young people who are looking for an escape from their everyday lives and find it at a "rudeboy show" where they can experience a sense of rebellion and self-expression. The song references the band's origins in Orange County, California where they played a central role in the Christian ska scene. The lyrics also touch on the importance of faith and brotherhood, suggesting that these values are what truly sustain and inspire the band.
The first verse sets the scene, with the singer urging his friends to come with him to the rudeboy show, where they can let loose and "pop some rudeboy attitude." The second verse dives deeper into the band's purpose and mission, highlighting their commitment to serving God and spreading a message of hope and salvation. The bridge brings together the themes of faith and community, with a reference to the Holy Trinity and a call to "stand strong with faith, deeper than a t-shirt or a sticker." The final verse brings in a personal perspective, with the singer describing his Jewish heritage and how it informs his love of music and dance. The song ends with a triumphant call to come to Jesus and be set free.
Overall, "O.C. Supertones" is a high-energy ska anthem that combines musicality with a message of hope and faith. It captures the essence of the Christian ska scene and shows how music can bring people together in a spirit of rebellion, community, and brotherhood.
Line by Line Meaning
We ain't got no place to go
We have nothing to do or nowhere to be
Let's go to the rudeboy show
Let's go to a concert where they play ska music with a certain attitude or way of life
I wanna hear them play it rude
I want to hear the ska music sound and style
Gonna pop some rudeboy attitude
I am going to embrace and embody the way of life and attitude that goes with the ska music culture
You I get up when I hear and then He found me
I was inspired and motivated by music and then I found God
You know I'm safe and sound with my rudeboyz all around me
I feel safe and secure with my community of people who share the same love for ska music culture
Well The Supertones are up, we gonna kick it to the burbs
The Supertones band is performing and we are going to bring the ska music culture to suburban areas
And our purpose is to server in case you hadn't heard
Our goal is to serve others through our music and our way of life
Father, Son, Spirit, hear it, near it, fear it,
We believe in the Holy Trinity (Father, Son, and Holy Spirit) and we want people to hear, be close to, and respect it
God's alive and He's here right now, here right now
We believe that God is present and active in our current time and place
That's just life down in Southern California
This is just how life is in Southern California
That's just life in Orange County California
This is just how life is specifically in Orange County, California
Well if you used to be a Christian then you never was
If you stopped being a Christian, then you never truly were one in the first place
Just sittin' up in church and sayin' what a Christian does
Merely attending church and doing what is expected of a Christian does not make someone a true follower of Christ
The world's got the gun, but the devil's got the trigger
The world may seem powerful, but it is the devil who actually has control and can cause harm
Stand strong with Faith, deeper than a t-shirt or a sticker
Have faith that goes beyond surface level, such as simply wearing a shirt or sticker with a religious symbol
You probably ask yourself, how'd this Jew get so crazy?
People may wonder how someone who is Jewish (like the singer) can be so passionate about ska music and a Christian way of life
Came from kickin' mad knowledge, didn't come from being lazy
The singer's passion and dedication came from learning and building knowledge about ska music culture and Christianity, not from being idle or apathetic
We got the rythym and the rythyms got roots
Ska music has a strong and deep foundation that shows through its rhythms
I'm a crazy little Hebrew on stage wearin' monkey boots
The singer is a Jewish person performing on stage while wearing a particular type of footwear associated with ska music culture
I love to be onstage and sing bimskalabimmin
The singer enjoys performing ska music and expressing himself through the unique language and style that comes with it
I love to be out in the crowd a skankin' and a swimmin'
The singer enjoys being a part of the community of ska music fans and participating in the dances and movements associated with it
King David, my great grandfather, was a dancer
The singer is a descendant of King David, who was a skilled dancer
King Solomon, my great grandfather, was a romancer
The singer is a descendant of King Solomon, who was known for his romantic affairs
Jesse came from Jesse, but Jesse came from Jesus
The singer is referencing the lineage of Jesse, the father of King David, and how ultimately it all points back to Jesus
Now come to Lord Jesus 'cause Lord Jesus frees us.
The singer is encouraging others to come to and accept Jesus as Lord, recognizing that He is the one who sets us free.
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