(guitars) and Steven (vocals). As soon as they started going to hardcore shows, they had the dream of being in a band of their own. After some
line-up changes things stabilised when Ken (drums) and Roeland (bass) joined the ranks.
In December '96 they got to play their first show as support for the infamous Sick Of It All.. At that point the ball started rolling : Thumbs
Down began playing shows almost every week-end. A live demo-tape of dubious quality became a much sought after item.
Soon after that the boys started to fine-tune their songs and after playing a crazy show at the '97 Vort 'n Vis-festival, they headed for the studio. In
one week-end they recorded 12 songs at 'Studio 195' under guidance of Patrick Delabie. At the end of '97 'Genet Records' released the 9-song 7" /
mcd called 'Going For Gold'. This recording made sure Thumbs Down's name was well know across Europe, hence more shows followed.
In the first months of '98 Thumbs Down played with bands as Ensign, Ten Yard Fight, One King Down, Hands Tied and a lot more. A tour of The Netherlands,
Belgium and Germany followed with the Finnish band Endstand. This tour ended at the Geleen-festival, where both bands played incredible shows. In April
'98 the band had enough material to record a full-length.
Once again they went to 'Studio 195' where they recorded 20 songs over a two-week period. Things then slowed down until the '98 Vort 'n Vis-festival,
where the release-party of 'Crossroads' was held. More than a thousand kids from all across Europe were dancing and singing along, making it one of the
most unforgettable Thumbs Down shows ever.
With the release of 'Crossroads' Thumbs Down proved they could mix intelligent song-writing with their trademark catchiness. The 16 songs on
this recording display a wide range of possibilities within the hardcore-genre. Rave reviews, a small tour of Spain and more insane shows
followed during 1999.
This same year Thumbs Down signed a new record deal with I Scream Records and recorded their new record "Reality Check" at Andre Gielen's Hautregard
studio.
Now in the year 2000 it is with great pleasure that I Scream Records is releasing the new Thumbs Down recorded with great old school hardcore songs,
Steven's voice also and a much more mature sound "Reality Check" holds all the ingredients for a great hardcore record.
Inside
Thumbs Down Lyrics
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The lyrics to "Inside" by Thumbs Down explore the theme of emotional inhibition and fear of vulnerability. The first line, "Been here for so many years yet we never speak a word," suggests a long-standing lack of communication between individuals, possibly even friends or loved ones. This is further reinforced by the second line, "we won't talk cause there's a chance that our feelings might get hurt." The fear of getting hurt or rejected prevents them from expressing themselves, leading to isolation and separation.
The third line, "separate on the bus no one even cares," paints a picture of a more significant problem in society - the inability to connect or empathize with others. The fourth line, "me too I must admit been obstinate for quite some years," highlights the fact that the singer is part of the problem as well. They've been obstinate, stubbornly refusing to open up or show vulnerability, thereby perpetuating the cycle of isolation and disconnection.
The following lines reveal the futility of this behavior - "what a waste I can't believe we've been held back by silly fears." The chorus is particularly powerful, with the repetition of "inside all of us" driving home the point that this is a universal issue that affects everyone. However, the final line, "but you're afraid to show…inside," reminds us that fear remains the biggest obstacle to genuine connection and emotional intimacy.
Line by Line Meaning
Been here for so many years yet we never speak a word
We have been in this same place for a long time and have never spoken to each other.
we won't talk cause there's a chance that our feelings might get hurt
We are scared to talk to each other because we are afraid of hurting each other's feelings.
separate on the bus no one even cares me too I must admit
We are sitting apart from each other on the bus and no one seems to care. I am also guilty of this.
been obstinate for quite some years what a waste
We have been stubborn and unyielding for a long time, which has been a waste.
I can't believe we've been held back by silly fears and no one even cares
It's unbelievable that we have let our silly fears prevent us from talking to each other and no one seems to care.
and no one seems to bother inside all of us this feeling you know inside all of us
Nobody seems to be concerned or paying attention, but we all feel this emotion inside of us.
but you're afraid to show...inside
We are afraid to express these emotions inside of us.
Contributed by Keira E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@beavis4220
I look forward to every basketball season mainly because of these 4 guys 💚💚💚🙏
@dagobahman6737
Amen
@lei3025
Lol
@Mr360Gman
I wish they were on TV more this season
@xthaking
I dont watch nba at all but tune in for these episodes lol
@biggsjones2486
They are way more entertaining than the game, I wish they was on longer
@thetramp123
Lol. Chuck, after he tells Shaq his mom is a saint you can tell he has something to add. He's just grinning waiting to say it too. Hilarious stuff.
@nononono12345
@@castronatefit5754 that’s the point of his comment goof
@psychomillerboy5132
Lol thats why shaq said but.. lol
@17thNO
@@Spidahman4283 Exactly