The band formed in 1989. Toadies officially disbanded in 2001, although they had farewell concerts in 2002. The band reformed for a reunion show on March 11, 2006, headlining the Greenville Ave St. Patrick's Day parade concert.
Toadies toured extensively throughout the 1990s, opening for such artists as Red Hot Chili Peppers, White Zombie, Bush, and The Butthole Surfers. They also headlined and co-headlined tours with acts such as Brutal Juice, Baboon, Supersuckers, and The Reverend Horton Heat.
The primary reason for the breakup of the band was that Lisa Umbarger simply did not want to be a part of it anymore, and bandleader Todd Lewis felt that the band could not continue without her.
Since disbanding, members of the band have gone on to other projects. Todd Lewis is now in The Burden Brothers and Mark Reznicek is now in Eleven Hundred Springs.
Toadies reunited for 4 shows in Texas in March 2007. They played one show in Dallas, one in Houston, and two shows in Austin at Stubb's BBQ. All of the shows sold out shortly after they went onsale.
Toadies reunited for good in 2008, releasing their new album, "No Deliverance" on August 15th 2008.
In June 2010 it was announced that Feeler, the follow-up album to Rubberneck that was shelved by Interscope, would finally be seeing a release. Todd Lewis was quoted as saying: "Since there are unfinished versions floating around on the Internet, it is important to us that people hear it as we meant it to be." The album was released on July 20, 2010
Push the Hand
Toadies Lyrics
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I guess I earned that weight
Feel that weight, feel that weight pushin' down
I know you saw, you saw it comin'
Well, I saw it comin', too
Now with eyes all over you
I can't help but wonder
Take the bait, take, take, take
Feel that weight, feel that weight pushin' down
Where's my friend, I need a hero now
Can I push that hand away, push that hand away?
Lips and cheek and full of drink and tell me what I said
I thought I knew you, I thought I knew myself
Never guessed the cost, the waste
Just a taste is all I wanted
It's been a long time, a long time comin'
But this is how we make or break
Take, take, take
Feel that weight, feel that weight pushin' down
What the hell we steppin' into now?
Can I push that hand away, push that hand away?
Pinch and wink and full of drink and shoulder to the weight
Feel that weight, feel that weight pushin' down
I thought I knew you, I thought I knew myself
Can I push that hand away, push that hand away?
Push that hand away, push that hand away?
Push that hand away, push that hand away?
Push that hand away, push that hand away, can I?
Hey you push that hand away, push that hand away?
Push that hand away, push that hand away?
C'mon push it, push it, push it, push it
Push it, push it, push it, push it
Toadies's "Push the Hand" is a song that deals with the theme of feeling the weight of guilt and regret. The lyrics suggest the feeling of regret for a choice made that led to consequences. The main character of the song seems to have made a mistake, and the price to pay for this mistake is heavy. The opening lyrics of "I guess I left myself wide open, I guess I earned that weight, Feel that weight, feel that weight pushing down" suggest that there is an overwhelming feeling of being responsible for the choices they have made.
The chorus suggests that this weight is becoming unbearable, and the main character is looking for a way out. The line "Can I push that hand away, push that hand away?" shows the urgency to get out of the situation. The song seems to be an internal monologue, with the main character talking to themselves about how they got into the situation and how they can get themselves out of it. The lyrics "I thought I knew you, I thought I knew myself" suggest that the main character is surprised by their own actions and the consequences of those actions.
The song's second and final verse reinforces the notion of the consequences of our actions. The line "It's been a long time, a long time comin', but this is how we make or break" suggests that the decision made could have been brewing for a long time and the outcome of this choice will have a big impact. The final chorus suggests that there is still time to push back against the weight of the situation, but urgency is required to avoid being crushed under the weight.
Line by Line Meaning
I guess I left myself wide open
It is my fault for being vulnerable
I guess I earned that weight
I realize I am deserving of the consequences
Feel that weight, feel that weight pushin' down
The burden of my actions is bearing down on me
I know you saw, you saw it comin'
You were aware of what was going to happen
Well, I saw it comin', too
I also knew what was going to happen
Now with eyes all over you
There is scrutiny on your actions
I can't help but wonder
I am curious about the outcome
What we'll do under that weight, that weight
How we will handle the consequences weighing down on us
Take the bait, take, take, take
We fall for the temptation, even though we know the outcome
Where's my friend, I need a hero now
I need someone to come and save me from the situation
Can I push that hand away, push that hand away?
Can I refuse the consequences of my actions?
Lips and cheek and full of drink and tell me what I said
Under the influence, I need someone to remind me of my actions
I thought I knew you, I thought I knew myself
Both of us were unaware of the true consequences of our actions
Never guessed the cost, the waste
We were unaware of the full extent of our actions
Just a taste is all I wanted
We were not prepared for the consequences of acting on impulse
It's been a long time, a long time comin'
The consequences were a long time in the making
But this is how we make or break
This is the moment that will define us
What the hell we steppin' into now?
We are in over our heads in this situation
Pinch and wink and full of drink and shoulder to the weight
Trying to deal with the consequences while still being under the influence
Hey you push that hand away, push that hand away?
Encouraging others to refuse the consequences of their actions
C'mon push it, push it, push it, push it
Urging action towards refusing responsibility
Push it, push it, push it, push it
Repeating the call to refuse responsibility
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: CHRIS VOGELER, LISA RENE UMBARGER, MARK G. REZNICEK, TODD LEWIS
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