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
Shocker!
The Toasters Lyrics
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And I should take her home tonight
But it's a sad story in the morning
Sorry boys it's a horrible sight
It's a shocker! shocker! shocker! shocker shocker!
Well there's a crack in my head
It's bigger than the Panama Canal
Rubbing up against her was really quite amazing
The conversation was quite benile
It's a shocker! shocker! shocker! shocker shocker!
It's early in the morning the landlord's calling
He's on the phone and he wants his rent
Your girlfriend's here and she wants some money
The bills are gone, the cash is spent
It's a shocker! shocker! shocker! shocker shocker!
Now here's another bucka I just could stop her
What's the number on your telephone
I really think my language starts to get improper
So why don't you take me home
It's a shocker! shocker! shocker! shocker shocker!
Break da noise, big stylee
Start it, this is it?
Shocker!
Shock...
Shocker...
Shock, shock, shock...
Shocker...
Shock, shock, shock...
Shocker! shocker! shocker! shocker shocker!
Well doing crimes is never very funny
Alfie got arrested just this afternoon
I ain't got a job, I ain't got too much money
I guess it's my time pretty soon
It's a shocker! shocker! shocker! shocker shocker!
Pick it up, pick it up, pick it up!
Huh!
The Toasters's song Shocker! is about a night of regretful decisions that leads to a morning of consequences. The singer's friend, Mr. Brew, encourages him to take home a woman despite knowing it will result in a negative and costly outcome. The author portrays the situation as a "shocker" as the unfortunate events that unfold were predictable, yet not taken seriously in the moment. He begins to describe the physical pain he feels, comparing it to the size of the Panama Canal, and how the sensation of being with the woman was incredible but the conversation was dull.
The song shifts to the morning after, and the singer is met with the reality of his choices. He doesn't have enough money to pay rent or give his girlfriend the money she's asking for. He then suggests going home with her, but his language becomes inappropriate, and he acknowledges that he needs to leave. The song then ends with a warning that committing crimes can have dire consequences and that the singer may soon face similar outcomes.
Overall, Shocker! highlights the importance of being cautious with choices and how they can lead to negative outcomes that extend beyond a single night.
Line by Line Meaning
Mr. Brew says she is a winner
A friend told me that this girl I'm eyeing is great
And I should take her home tonight
My friend recommended that I go home with her tonight
But it's a sad story in the morning
But waking up with her is going to be unpleasant
Sorry boys it's a horrible sight
I feel bad for telling my friends to come home with us, they won't enjoy themselves
It's a shocker! shocker! shocker! shocker shocker!
This situation is going to be terrible, terrible, terrible!
Well there's a crack in my head
I have a headache
That hurts like crazy
It's very painful
It's bigger than the Panama Canal
It's a huge pain
Rubbing up against her was really quite amazing
Being close to her was enjoyable
The conversation was quite benile
However, our conversation was boring
It's early in the morning the landlord's calling
The landlord is calling me early in the morning
He's on the phone and he wants his rent
He's asking me to pay rent over the phone
Your girlfriend's here and she wants some money
Your girlfriend needs money
The bills are gone, the cash is spent
We're out of money for bills and expenses
Now here's another bucka I just could stop her
But then another girl caught my attention
What's the number on your telephone
Can you give me your phone number?
I really think my language starts to get improper
I might start cursing soon
So why don't you take me home
Why don't we go to your place?
Break da noise, big stylee
Let's start the party
Start it, this is it?
Is this our cue to start?
Shocker!
This is a surprise
Well doing crimes is never very funny
Committing crimes isn't amusing
Alfie got arrested just this afternoon
My friend Alfie got arrested today
I ain't got a job, I ain't got too much money
I'm unemployed and broke
I guess it's my time pretty soon
I'm likely to go through a tough time myself
Pick it up, pick it up, pick it up!
Let's keep it going!
Huh!
Wow!
Contributed by Tyler R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Anthony Martinez
I saw the toasters for the second time last night, they played a great show again. I wish I was at the show again.
Kameron Naeole
The guy is a dope singer
gonzalo cruz
Por fin me llegó, llegó hace una semana, una tarjeta pa poder sacar...
gunk girl
shocka shocka
germs123
!!yo. chekin out some of ur videos skAOS - mark foggo. u got ne potato5?
José Zavala
Saca