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
So Long Buck
The Toasters Lyrics
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We only have one thing to say to you
How are you doing tonight!
Yeah, how are you doing today?
In a minute we're going to bring out Alfie Evanger!
Who performs the blue bird of happiness
Followed by her top ten hit
I've got a hose pipe! I've got a hose pipe!
What should I do with it?
Hello mom and dad, I home you're very comfy
And all the folks, I've been catching your names...
That man is a rip off!
So long Buck....
Yeah, beat it you creep
The Toasters' song "So Long Buck" is a satirical and tongue-in-cheek commentary on the state of popular music and entertainment. The opening lines are spoken in a faux-announcer voice, addressing a character named Buckwheat and sarcastically asking how he is doing. The song then goes on to parody various aspects of the music industry, including the idea of a singer performing a song called "The Blue Bird of Happiness" and joking about what to do with a hose pipe.
The song then shifts to a more personal perspective, with the singer expressing a greeting to their parents and "all the folks" whose names they have been "catching". This line could be interpreted as a nod to the idea of fame and celebrity culture, with the singer acknowledging that they are becoming more well-known and interacting with a wider group of people.
However, the song takes a darker turn when the singer accuses someone of being a "rip off" before abruptly telling Buck to "beat it you creep". This sudden change in tone and subject matter could be interpreted as a commentary on the exploitative and sometimes dangerous nature of the music industry, with the singer expressing frustration with someone who is taking advantage of them or others. Overall, "So Long Buck" uses humor and irony to critique the entertainment industry and its culture of superficiality and exploitation.
Line by Line Meaning
Yo Buckwheat!
Hello Buckwheat, we want to talk to you.
We only have one thing to say to you
We want to tell you something important.
How are you doing tonight!
We want to know how you are feeling right now.
Yeah, how are you doing today?
We want to know how you are doing at this moment.
In a minute we're going to bring out Alfie Evanger!
We are about to introduce Alfie Evanger soon.
Who performs the blue bird of happiness
Alfie Evanger will sing the song called the blue bird of happiness.
Followed by her top ten hit
After the blue bird of happiness, she will sing her popular top ten hit.
I've got a hose pipe! I've got a hose pipe!
I have a hose pipe. What should I do with it?
Hello mom and dad, I hope you're very comfy
Greetings to my parents, I hope you are comfortable.
And all the folks, I've been catching your names...
I have been trying to remember everyone's names in the crowd.
That man is a rip off!
That person is not trustworthy and is a scam artist.
So long Buck....
Goodbye Buck.
Yeah, beat it you creep
Leave us alone, you unpleasant person.
Contributed by Jason M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.