They broke up in 1981, but reunited at various times, including to record the 1990 album Condor. A 2004 reunion includes in the band's lineup Circle Jerks bassist Zander Schloss.
We Got the Neutron Bomb
The Weirdos Lyrics
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We got the neutron bomb
We got the neutron, gonna drop it all over the place
Yer gonna get it on yer face
Foreign aid from the land of the free
But don't blame me
We got the neutron bomb,
We got the neutron bomb
We don't want you we want your machines
United Nations and NATO won't do
It's just the red, white and blue
We got the neutron bomb,
We got the neutron bomb
We got the neutron, that's the way it's gotta be
Survivial of the fittest is the way it's gonna be
We don't want it, we don't want it,
Don't blame me
We don't want it, we don't want it,
Don't blame me
The Weirdos' song "We Got the Neutron Bomb" is a punk rock anthem that expresses a nihilistic and confrontational view of the world. The song criticizes the politics of the United Nations and NATO and suggests that the so-called "land of the free" is only interested in exploiting other nations for their resources. The chorus, "We got the neutron bomb, gonna drop it all over the place," suggests a violent and apocalyptic vision of the future, where the only thing that matters is survival of the fittest.
The song can be interpreted as a critique of capitalism and the military-industrial complex. The lyrics suggest that the US government is willing to go to any lengths to maintain its power and dominance over the rest of the world. The use of the neutron bomb, a weapon that was developed during the Cold War, symbolizes the destructive and inhumane nature of modern warfare. The chorus, "Survival of the fittest is the way it's gonna be," suggests that the only way to survive in this world is through aggression and domination.
At the same time, the song also has a satirical tone. The chorus, "Don't blame me," suggests that the singer is not responsible for the actions of the government and that they are simply expressing their frustration with the world. The repetition of the phrase "We don't want it" is a kind of nihilistic refrain that suggests that there is no solution to the problems of the world.
Overall, "We Got the Neutron Bomb" is a powerful and provocative song that expresses a deep sense of anger and frustration at the state of the world. It is a punk rock classic that continues to resonate with audiences today.
Line by Line Meaning
We got the neutron bomb,
We posses a powerful explosive device called the neutron bomb.
We got the neutron bomb
We possess a powerful explosive device called the neutron bomb.
We got the neutron, gonna drop it all over the place
We plan to use the neutron bomb and detonate it widely to inflict major damage.
Yer gonna get it on yer face
You will directly suffer the consequences of the neutron bomb.
Foreign aid from the land of the free
We are offering financial assistance to other nations, despite the fact that we are not fully free ourselves.
But don't blame me
I am not responsible for the decisions made by my country's government and military.
We got the neutron, don't understand you don't know what you mean
We do not comprehend your point of view and disagree with your perspective.
We don't want you we want your machines
We desire your technology, not your presence or opinion.
United Nations and NATO won't do
International organizations such as the UN and NATO are not capable of addressing our military objectives.
It's just the red, white and blue
Our actions are motivated by patriotism towards our country and its symbols.
We got the neutron bomb,
We possess a powerful explosive device called the neutron bomb.
We got the neutron bomb
We possess a powerful explosive device called the neutron bomb.
We got the neutron, that's the way it's gotta be
Our decision to possess and use the neutron bomb is final and necessary for our survival and success.
Survivial of the fittest is the way it's gonna be
Those who are biologically and militarily superior will emerge victorious in any conflict or competition.
We don't want it, we don't want it,
We do not want to suffer the harms and consequences of the neutron bomb.
Don't blame me
I am not responsible for the decision to possess and use the neutron bomb.
We don't want it, we don't want it,
We do not want to suffer the harms and consequences of the neutron bomb.
Don't blame me
I am not responsible for the decision to possess and use the neutron bomb.
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Written by: CLIFF ROMAN, JOHN DENNEY
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CHUCKLOVES1969
one of the best top five punk bands to come out of the whole scene in LA. earl mankey produced an incredibly tight studio album back then, that doesnt sound tired or dated.
Silas Marner
sweet sweet wall of sound. I bought it when it came out and saw them back then.
Marc Daniel
thanks to Sean Antillon my pops, for drumming for the weirdos. he's not the original drummer but did play drums for the legends.
Michael Fox
Your pops is a cool guy and a friend
Tom Burns
Impressive! Say, Thank's from, Tom. I bought this single a long time ago, and, have always loved it.
Dillinger86
Your pops rules
daa wedge
ROBO WAS
TheJetfighter666
Bought this day one!! Their first is legend.😮
Jackson
I love the weirdos but I'm not sure why this was their big hit... I love Terrain and Cyclops Hellicopter and The Hideout and so many other songs! You know your tastes are obscure when there's not even a youtube video of what you like...
Prince of Darkness
this was released in 78, those were released in 1990. totally different generation, when emo and power pop were taking over the scene (punk's not dead, it just went back underground)