The band's lineup fluctuated significantly over their first nine years, though founding members Steven Ronald "Stevo" Jensen, guitarist Jan Nils Ackermann, and first consistent drummer Joe Escalante remained regular fixtures. Of the original members only Escalante has remained through all incarnations of the band. The current lineup of Escalante, Dave Quackenbush, Warren Fitzgerald, and Josh Freese has remained intact since 1990 and is considered by most fans to be far removed from the band's early 1980s incarnation. Since 2002 Escalante has released all of the band's albums through his Kung Fu Records label, with Fitzgerald generally producing.
I Can't Wait
The Vandals Lyrics
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So I wait for it to happen
Coz it never doesn't happen to me
And you're giving me a headache
Coz your clingy and pathetic
And I know I got to cut you free.
Chorus:
There's no escaping
I'm so over us
I can't wait, I can't take it
Just kick me in the face
And go and have some stupid fun.
Well you have all this potential
Why must you be such a simpleminded,
Insecure, smothering freak
And you'll soon be well aware
There's no reason you care
And I give it maybe bout a week.
Chorus:
I can't wait, can't wait
There's no escaping
I'm so over us
I can't wait, I can't take it
Just kick me in the face
And go and have some stupid fun.
Leave the house and meet someone
I'm sure you'll find good times
With someone, anyone but me,
I won't make scene,
Just tell me you're leaving and
I'll just act okay
I can't wait
Well I know it's gonna happen
So I wait for it to happen
Coz it never doesn't happen to me
And I want for you to want to want to go
Because you think ought to
So I can finally frigging breathe.
Chorus:
I can't wait, can't wait
There's no escaping
I'm so over us
I can't wait, I can't take it
Just kick me in the face
And go and have some stupid fun.
Leave the house and meet someone
Someone's sure to like you,
Don't tell 'em you're a psycho,
In 14 years we'll go have lunch.
The song "I Can't Wait" by The Vandals is an upbeat punk rock tune that explores the frustration of being in a clingy and suffocating relationship. The singer is exasperated with their partner, who they describe as being "simpleminded," "insecure," and "smothering." They want their partner to leave them so badly that they fantasize about being kicked in the face just for the opportunity to breathe. The chorus repeats the phrase "I can't wait" as a nod to the singer's impatience and longing for the relationship to be over.
Despite the heavy subject matter, the song is catchy and energetic, with driving drum beats and distorted guitar riffs. The lyrics are peppered with sarcastic humor and self-deprecating jokes, which add to the overall tongue-in-cheek tone of the song. The singer is a sympathetic character who is struggling to break free from a toxic relationship, and the song captures the frustration and desperation that can come with that experience.
Overall, "I Can't Wait" is a classic example of punk rock's ability to address serious emotional issues in a playful and irreverent way. It's a relatable and cathartic song that many people can identify with, and it's a great example of The Vandals' unique style and sense of humor.
Line by Line Meaning
Well I know it's gonna happen
I am aware that the inevitable breakup is approaching.
So I wait for it to happen
I patiently anticipate the end of our relationship.
Coz it never doesn't happen to me
I have experienced many breakups and this one is no exception.
And you're giving me a headache
Your actions are causing me pain and frustration.
Coz your clingy and pathetic
Your behavior is overly dependent and unattractive.
And I know I got to cut you free.
I understand that I need to end our relationship.
Chorus:
I can't wait, can't wait
I am eagerly looking forward to the breakup.
There's no escaping
We cannot avoid the inevitable end of our relationship.
I'm so over us
I am finished with our relationship and ready to move on.
Just kick me in the face
End our relationship in a dramatic and painful way.
And go and have some stupid fun.
Go enjoy yourself without me.
Well you have all this potential
You have many positive qualities.
Why must you be such a simpleminded,
However, you lack depth and intelligence.
Insecure, smothering freak
You are overly needy and possessive, which is unappealing.
And you'll soon be well aware
You will realize soon enough.
There's no reason you care
That our relationship is coming to an end.
And I give it maybe bout a week.
I predict that our relationship will be over very soon.
Leave the house and meet someone
Go out and socialize with other people.
I'm sure you'll find good times
You will have fun without me.
With someone, anyone but me,
Find companionship elsewhere.
I won't make scene,
I will remain calm and composed during the breakup.
Just tell me you're leaving and
Simply inform me that you are ending our relationship.
I'll just act okay
I will pretend to be fine with the breakup.
Well I know it's gonna happen
Once again, I am aware that our relationship is ending.
Coz it never doesn't happen to me
As in the past, this breakup is a common occurrence for me.
And I want for you to want to want to go
I wish you would decide to end our relationship on your own.
Because you think ought to
Because you believe it is the right thing to do.
So I can finally frigging breathe.
So I can finally feel relieved and free from our toxic relationship.
Someone's sure to like you,
Someone will find you attractive and likeable.
Don't tell 'em you're a psycho,
Do not reveal any negative aspects of your personality.
In 14 years we'll go have lunch.
We may reconnect in the distant future, but for now, we are through.
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