In their role as consummate outsiders, the band has turned down major record deals and have opted instead to run down their own track where, with the help of collaborators such as Joe Jackson, they have recorded over 15 albums and DVDs as well as countless videos, singles, EPs, and compilation tracks. Their music has appeared in film and on television. They have penned film-scores and themes for kids’ programming on Nickelodeon. They have recorded jingles for AOL, Miller, Cisco Systems, Michelob, and Coca-Cola amongst others.
However, it is on the road that the band has carved out their reputation and will surpass, at some juncture in 2007 the milestone of 4,500 live concerts performed throughout the world. They have been dubbed “Pioneers of Ska” (by Billboard) the “ Miles Davis of Ska and the “Ramones of Ska” alike. Tour plans for 2007 include 7 weeks in Europe (with go Jimmy Go) starting on February 1st, followed by 6 weeks in the USA with the Briggs starting in April. The band will participate in this year’s Warped Tour from July 18th until August 12th. A west coast tour is planned for the fall as well as more European dates, including England, in November
The band has had more line-up changes than the average band hot dinners, however this has only served to make them stronger and has translated into a monster set of substitutes that would make even Manchester United jealous. The band is currently going out as (the power) 5-piece: Bucket, band founder and major songwriter, is on guitar and vocals, Duckie is on drums, Jahson Nwagbaraocha is on bass and chats, Jeff Richey on sax and Greg Robinson is on the t-bone. Expect to see some special guests and familiar faces on this upcoming tour! This line-up is currently in the studio in Valencia (Spain) laying down tracks and the One More Bullet will be out early in 2007 on Stomp Records in North America and Megalith, Leech and MoonSka World labels in Europe. A Japanese release will appear on Diskunion and on Radiola records in Brazil.
The band is currently sponsored by the following partners: Jagermeister, Sam Ash, Draven Shoes, SKA Brewing Company, Modern Action Shirts, and Eastpak
Devil and a .45
The Toasters Lyrics
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A boat out to Cyprus with the Scottish Fusiliers
I was two years old, I was barely alive
Already cruising 'bout with the Devil and a forty five
I hear you've been straying over this side of town
Talking it up, walking your mouth around
But it's really not ok that you do like you do
You, you, you, you, you are heading for a beat down.
Are you riding shotgun on the stage of broken dreams?
Ain't it funny how the ego can take you to extremes
And with the cards you hold I'm aurally not surprised
Choose between the Devil and a forty five
Keep your false pretenses, keep your fancy clothes
Keep your airs and graces since I won't be needing those
Since I was two years old I was learning to survive
Keep on the right side of a forty five
In The Toasters' song "Devil and a .45," the lyrics describe the singer's experience with danger and violence since he was two years old when he started cruising around with the devil and a forty-five. The song warns against straying into dangerous territories and speaking too much of your mind since the devil's forty-five will wait for you. The lyrics also describe the ego's power that can take you to extremes and result in broken dreams. However, at the end of the day, the singer advises you to keep on the right side of a .45 to survive.
The song's lyrics tell the story of the dangers and violence that the singer has experienced, starting from when he was just two years old, cruising around with "the Devil and a forty-five." It warns listeners against straying into perilous situations, speaking out carelessly, or taking egotistical risks. In the end, the song advises people to keep on the right side of the fort-five to survive.
Line by Line Meaning
I kept a memory back from my early years
I have a memory from my childhood that's worth keeping.
A boat out to Cyprus with the Scottish Fusiliers
I sailed to Cyprus with the Scottish military.
I was two years old, I was barely alive
I was still young and vulnerable when I started experiencing dangerous things.
Already cruising 'bout with the Devil and a forty-five
I was already surrounded by danger and weapons like the Devil and a .45 handgun.
I hear you've been straying over this side of town
I heard you've been causing trouble here.
Talking it up, walking your mouth around
You're boasting and talking nonsense.
But it's really not ok that you do like you do
Your behavior is unacceptable.
The Devil's forty-five is gonna wait for you
You'll suffer the consequences for your actions.
You, you, you, you, you are heading for a beatdown.
You're going to be physically attacked.
Are you riding shotgun on the stage of broken dreams?
Are you part of the group of people who have failed to achieve their dreams?
Ain't it funny how the ego can take you to extremes?
It's ironic how someone's pride can lead to extreme behaviors.
And with the cards you hold I'm not surprised
With your actions and character, I'm not surprised at what you've done.
Choose between the Devil and a forty-five
You have to decide which dangerous path you want to pursue.
Keep your false pretenses, keep your fancy clothes
Don't pretend to be someone else or wear expensive clothes to impress others.
Keep your airs and graces since I won't be needing those
Your attempts to seem superior or sophisticated won't work on me.
Since I was two years old I was learning to survive
I've been facing dangerous situations since a young age and learning to stay alive.
Keep on the right side of a forty-five
Stay safe and avoid getting involved with dangerous weapons like the .45 handgun.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
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SouthernCalifornia Vegan
my parents dragged me home from the ska against racism show when i was a teenager. didn't let me in.