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
Speak Your Mind
The Toasters Lyrics
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Speak your mind
It's how you leave your trouble behind
You'll always feel best,
When you get it off your chest
Speak your mind, little brother,
Speak your mind
Some people try to be conceited,
But these people are very soon defeated
When you start up with your finger in their face
Speak your mind, little brother,
Speak your mind
It's how you leave all your troubles behind!
You'll always feel best,
When you get it off your chest.
Speak your mind, little brother,
Speak your mind.
In the song "Speak Your Mind" by The Toasters, the lyrics advocate for speaking out and expressing oneself. The repetition of "speak your mind, little brother" emphasizes the importance of not being afraid to share one's thoughts and feelings. The lyrics suggest that keeping quiet about what's bothering you only adds to your troubles, and that speaking up can be a form of release.
The second verse takes aim at people who are conceited and think they're better than others. The song implies that these people are eventually brought down by those willing to speak out against them. The message of the song is one of empowerment, encouraging the listener to have the confidence to stand up for themselves and speak their truth.
Overall, "Speak Your Mind" is a catchy ska tune that promotes individualism and self-expression. It encourages listeners to be proud of who they are and confident in their beliefs, while also suggesting that speaking out can help alleviate personal struggles.
Line by Line Meaning
Speak your mind, little brother,
Encouragement to express oneself and speak their thoughts without fear.
Speak your mind,
Speaking your thoughts is liberating and can help one let go of their troubles.
It's how you leave your trouble behind
Expressing one's thoughts is a way to relieve oneself from problems and difficulties.
You'll always feel best,
The best way to feel good about oneself is to speak one’s mind.
When you get it off your chest
Speaking one’s mind is a way to release emotions and feelings that were held inside oneself.
Some people try to be conceited,
Some individuals may act arrogant or superior to others.
They say they're better than the whole human race
They claim to be superior to every other person on Earth.
But these people are very soon defeated
These individuals are easily overcome or defeated when faced with a counter-argument.
When you start up with your finger in their face
When you confront these people with facts and logic, they are unable to maintain their conceited attitude.
It's how you leave all your troubles behind!
Speaking one’s mind and confronting people can also help in getting rid of all personal problems.
Speak your mind, little brother,
The urge to speak one’s mind is emphasized again.
Speak your mind.
Final call-to-action to speak one's mind without any reservations.
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