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
I'm Running Right Through the World
The Toasters Lyrics
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That's one place I still haven't gone
But you won't go far
If you stay where you are
Baby can you hear me, can you understand
I know this planet like the back of my hand
There's no time to waste
I'm buying a ticket on that mystery train
Heading down that lonesome [2nd time = endless] track
If I had to do it all again
Their ain't no turning back
[Chorus]
I'm running right through the world
I always said I would explain in a letter
I changed my mind 'cause I thought it was better
If we left out the parts where the teardrops start
Long distance loving on a mobile phone
No squeezing blood from this rolling stone
What's there left to say
when the wheels have rolled away?
Too many wrongs don't make a right as everybody knows
Sometimes there's cryin' in the middle of the night
But that's just the way it goes
The Toasters's song "I'm Running Right Through the World" is a catchy ska song that talks about the desire for adventure and exploration. The first verse talks about the yearning to see the "land of the midnight sun", a reference to Alaska or any other place where the sun shines for nearly 24 hours during summer solstice. The lyrics suggest that the singer is an adventurer who has seen a lot of the world already, but still feels like there's more to explore. He urges his companion to join him in his travels, warning that they won't go far if they stay put.
In the second verse, the singer asserts that he "knows this planet like the back of my hand", implying that he is a well-traveled man. But he also acknowledges that there's still a "last secret place" left to discover. The song then shifts to a more introspective tone, with the singer confessing that he would rather not explain his feelings in a letter, but talk about them face to face. He dismisses the notion of long distance relationships, saying that "there's no squeezing blood from this rolling stone".
The chorus of the song, which repeats several times throughout, declares the singer's desire to keep on running through the world, perhaps indicating that he doesn't want to settle down anytime soon. The song ends with the sobering reminder that not everything will always go as planned, and sometimes there will be sadness and tears in the middle of the night.
Line by Line Meaning
Show me the land of the midnight sun
Expressing a desire to visit a place beyond one's current experience
That's one place I still haven't gone
Implying there are experiences yet to be had in life
But you won't go far
Stagnation can limit growth and potential
If you stay where you are
Encouragement to seek new experiences
Baby can you hear me, can you understand
Expressing a need for communication and understanding
I know this planet like the back of my hand
Emphasizing intimate knowledge and familiarity with the world
There's no time to waste
Urging action and initiative
To find that (last) secret place
Highlighting a desire for discovery and exploration
I'm buying a ticket on that mystery train
Symbolizing a journey into the unknown
Heading down that lonesome [2nd time = endless] track
Emphasizing that one must sometimes venture alone in order to grow
If I had to do it all again
Emphasizing that life is a journey with no do-overs
Their ain't no turning back
Acknowledgment that decisions have permanent consequences
I'm running right through the world
Symbolizing an unstoppable drive to explore and experience
I always said I would explain in a letter
Acknowledging a past commitment, but also recognizing it as inadequate
I changed my mind 'cause I thought it was better
Changing course when presented with new information or circumstances
If we left out the parts where the teardrops start
Consciously choosing to focus on the positive instead of dwelling on the negative
Long distance loving on a mobile phone
Recognizing the challenges of modern relationships
No squeezing blood from this rolling stone
Acknowledging personal limitations and the need to prioritize self-care
What's there left to say
Reflecting on the limitations of language and expression
when the wheels have rolled away?
Acknowledging the impermanence of life and the inevitability of change
Too many wrongs don't make a right as everybody knows
Rejecting the notion that revenge or an eye-for-an-eye mentality solves anything
Sometimes there's cryin' in the middle of the night
Reaffirming that life includes difficult moments of vulnerability and pain
But that's just the way it goes
Accepting that life is unpredictable and sometimes difficult, but continuing on regardless
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, SKAMMING MUSIC
Written by: ROBERT HINGLEY
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@cuddlesthetiger5739
This brings me back to being 5 years old, jamming with my dad. I'm 25 now, and still just as great now as it was 20 years ago. Miss you, dad.
@ericschermer5862
So upset I missed them this year.
@EndOfTheW0rld
>lay it on me, player~
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@canoshizrocks
What video does RCR reference The Toasters in? :o
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