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
Mona
The Toasters Lyrics
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But then you leave me alone
See I don't want to be searching
Like some dog for a bone
You told me you love me
Yes you told me yourself
So why don't you put me baby
Right back on the shelf
Mona please won't you be my baby
Mona won't you be my baby tonight
Mona darling are you driving me crazy
Hold me close and darling won't you hold me tight
You told me you love me
But then you leave me alone
See I don't want to be searching
Like some dog for a bone
You told me you love me
Yes you told me yourself
So why don't you put me baby
Right back on the shelf
Mona please won't you be my baby
Mona won't you be my baby tonight
Mona darling are you driving me crazy
Hold me close and darling won't you hold me tight
In the midnight hour
Fix your mouth before I carry you out
You better run fast from a man that drinks stout
Fix your mouth before I carry you out
You better run fast from a man that drinks stout
Don't you know that I love you baby
Don't you know that I love you girl
I would have given you my heart gladly
Along with diamonds, rubies and pearls
Mona please won't you be my baby
Mona won't you be my baby tonight
Mona darling are you driving me crazy
Hold me close and darling won't you hold me tight
Mona please won't you be my baby
Mona won't you be my baby tonight
Mona darling are you driving me crazy
Hold me close and darling won't you hold me tight
The Toasters' song Mona is a plea to a woman who has betrayed the singer's trust. The lyrics describe the frustration of the singer who was told that he was loved but then left alone. The singer doesn't want to be chasing after love like a dog chasing a bone. Mona, the woman in question, is asked to make up her mind and commit to the singer. The lyrics show the singer's vulnerability and desperation as he asks Mona to hold him close and won't let him go.
The lyrics seem to be inspired by the classic rock 'n roll and ska music of the 1950s and 1960s. The song is a fusion of these two genres that have their roots in African-American music. The word "Mona" is a reference to a woman whose love is both tantalizing and elusive, as has been used in other classic rock 'n roll songs. The song's catchy tune and upbeat rhythm helped it become a popular hit for The Toasters.
Line by Line Meaning
You told me you love me
The singer is repeating what the addressee told them before
But then you leave me alone
The addressee does not stay with the singer despite their claim of love
See I don't want to be searching
The singer does not enjoy having to constantly look for the addressee
Like some dog for a bone
The artist feels like they are being treated like a pet that is searching for a toy
Yes you told me yourself
The addressee made a personal statement to the artist
So why don't you put me baby
The singer does not understand why the addressee is not following through on their statement of love
Right back on the shelf
The singer feels like a product that has been wrongly placed on the wrong aisle
Mona please won't you be my baby
The artist is requesting that the addressee becomes their partner
Mona won't you be my baby tonight
The artist wants the addressee to fulfill their request right away
Mona darling are you driving me crazy
The artist is unsure if their attraction to the addressee is affecting their judgement
Hold me close and darling won't you hold me tight
The singer wants to be physically close with the addressee on an emotional level
Fix your mouth before I carry you out
The artist is warning someone to fix their attitude or leave
You better run fast from a man that drinks stout
The singer is warning someone about what might happen if they stay around someone who drinks strong alcohol
Don't you know that I love you baby
The singer is reminding the addressee of their feelings
Don't you know that I love you girl
The singer is emphasizing the fact that their feelings for the addressee are true and real
I would have given you my heart gladly
The artist would have given their all to the addressee
Along with diamonds, rubies and pearls
The artist would have given the addressee great material riches as well
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Ellas McDaniel
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