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
Razor Cut
The Toasters Lyrics
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Some people wear their pride like scars on their wrist
I take life straight, with a bit of a twist
Nobody told me it would end up like this
Because when I ask for more
That's when I find you on the bathroom floor
You bend me out of shape like modelling clay
There's been to much violenve
Too much pain
I can't make it through another day
I said Danger! Danger! There's a man with a knife
I said look out girl you're in the light
I come right in on cue but forget all the lines
Who said that getting ahead was a capital crime
The Toasters' song Razor Cut tells the story of a person who is not living their life in ignorant bliss but rather, they are taking life straight with a bit of a twist. The lyrics show the person's frustration with their current situation because they were not warned that life would end up like this. The chorus of the song speaks to the connection between the person's request for more and their finding their lover on the bathroom floor. The lover has bent the singer out of shape like modeling clay and can twist them in almost every way. The person is experiencing too much pain and violence and cannot make it through another day.
The second verse of the song mentions a sense of danger and a man with a knife. The person is warning a girl in the light to look out because she is about to get into danger. The lyrics in this verse convey a sense of chaos and confusion as the person realizes that they are forgetting all the lines. Ultimately, the lyrics suggest that getting ahead was not meant to be a capital crime, and we shouldn't allow the world around us to make it so.
Line by Line Meaning
Some people live their lives in ignorant bliss
Some individuals go through life without a care in the world, oblivious to their surroundings.
Some people wear their pride like scars on their wrist
Some individuals flaunt their egos and self-importance like a badge of honor, often to the detriment of others.
I take life straight, with a bit of a twist
I prefer to live life honestly, but with a unique perspective that sets me apart from the rest.
Nobody told me it would end up like this
Life has not turned out the way I expected or hoped for, and I feel lost and uncertain.
Because when I ask for more
When I push for greater things or strive to achieve something significant,
That's when I find you on the bathroom floor
I discover you in a vulnerable state, perhaps due to addiction or self-harm.
You bend me out of shape like modelling clay
You twist and manipulate me like I'm pliable and easy to control.
You can twist me almost every way
You have an uncanny ability to influence me and mold me to your liking.
There's been to much violence
There has been an excessive amount of aggression and brutality in our relationship or environment.
Too much pain
I have experienced an overwhelming amount of suffering and anguish that I cannot bear any longer.
I can't make it through another day
I feel so depleted and exhausted that I don't believe I can survive another day.
I said Danger! Danger! There's a man with a knife
I warn others about imminent danger and threat, perhaps to protect them from harm.
I said look out girl you're in the light
I advise another person to be cautious or wary, as they are in a position of public attention or scrutiny.
I come right in on cue but forget all the lines
I appear on time as I should, but I cannot remember or follow through with what's expected of me.
Who said that getting ahead was a capital crime
Who suggests that striving for success or achieving greater things is a punishable offense or immoral act?
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: ROBERT HINGLEY
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