The Turbo A.C.'s are a New York based punk rock band influenced by both pun… Read Full Bio ↴The Turbo A.C.'s are a New York based punk rock band influenced by both punk rock'n'roll by the likes of Social Distortion and the Supersuckers as well as Californian surf rock. The latter particularly shows in the guitar work of frontman Kevin Cole. In 1996 the band put out their first full length Damnation Overdrive on New York based hardcore label Blackout Records. This was followed on releases on Cacophone, Nitro Records and most recently Gearhead Records. The band's catalogue features a number of punk personalities producing, including Agnostic Front's Roger Miret and the Dwarves' Blag Dahlia.
The band has spent considerable time touring in Europe behind releases on Germany's Blitzcore Records label.

1-800
The Turbo A.C.'s Lyrics

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You can′t pass me I am the pinnacle
I'm the zenith I mean it I′m unstoppable
Full tank of gas
It's dark we're wearing sunglasses
Yeah hit it!

1 800 EAT SHIT
You don′t like the things I do

I′ve got some advice for you
Oh baby just call!

I know you haven't got a prayer
You′re stuck in the middle of nowhere
You're wondering which way to go
Gimmie a call if you don′t know

1 800 EAT SHIT
You don't like the things I do

I′ve got some advice for you
Oh baby just call!

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of The Turbo A.C.'s song "1-800" seem to exude a sense of confidence and empowerment in the band's ability to do anything they please. The song opens with the words "You can't pass me, I am the pinnacle/I'm the zenith, I mean it, I'm unstoppable." It's clear that whoever this song is directed at, they are not to be messed with. As the song progresses, the lyrics become more aggressive in nature, specifically with the phrase "1-800 EAT SHIT" being repeated several times throughout the song. This phrase is a clear indication that the band is not here to please others or conform to their standards. They are going to do what they want and anyone who has a problem with that can take their negativity elsewhere.

The chorus of the song goes "You don't like the things I do/I've got some advice for you/Oh baby just call!" This again reinforces the idea that the band is not interested in pleasing anyone else. They are focused solely on doing what they want and anyone who disagrees with that can call the number they've provided (1-800 EAT SHIT). The overall message of the song seems to be one of defiance and individuality. The band is proud of who they are and what they do, and they are not willing to compromise that for anyone else.

Line by Line Meaning

You can′t pass me I am the pinnacle
I am unbeatable and no one can surpass me

I'm the zenith I mean it I′m unstoppable
I am at the highest point and nothing can stop me

Full tank of gas
My vehicle has enough fuel to take me far

It's dark we're wearing sunglasses
It's nighttime and we're wearing sunglasses to look cool

Yeah hit it!
Let's start this car and drive fast

1 800 EAT SHIT
This is a phone number to express hatred

You don′t like the things I do
You disapprove of my behavior or choices

I′ve got some advice for you
I have some suggestions for you to deal with your disapproval

Oh baby just call!
Don't hesitate to contact me if you need help

I know you haven't got a prayer
I am aware that you are in a helpless situation

You′re stuck in the middle of nowhere
You are lost or stranded with no idea how to proceed