TSUNAMI BOMB’s debut album, “The Ultimate Escape” on Kung Fu Records received critical acclaim, with Rolling Stone later naming it as one of their Top 50 Pop-Punk albums of all time. Despite line-up changes, TSUNAMI BOMB’s resilience has allowed them to release multiple albums through the years, including their most recent LP,
“The Spine That Binds” on Jello Biafra’s label, Alternative Tentacles Records. Their ability to infuse emotional depth into their impactful and unforgettable songs has long established their contribution to shaping the punk rock landscape.
With a longtime lineup consisting of founding bassist Dominic Davi, whose pulsating driving rhythms anchor the band's music, founding keyboardist/vocalist Oobliette Sparks, whose haunting melodies and powerhouse vocals add depth and texture, founding drummer Gabe Lindeman, whose thunderous beats drive the band's relentless energy, singer Kate Jacobi, whose emotive vocals lead the charge with passion and intensity, and guitarist Andrew Pohl, whose searing riffs and unforgettable dynamic tone elevate the band's sonic landscape.
Over the years, TSUNAMI BOMB has evolved and matured while always staying true to their signature sound. Continuing to push boundaries and deliver an experience that is both powerful and unforgettable, solidifying TSUNAMI BOMB’s place as a prominent force within the punk rock scene.
Discography
B-Movie Queens (1999)
Mayhem on the High Seas (1999)
The Invasion From Within (2000)
The Ultimate Escape (2002)
The Definitive Act (2004)
No Good
Tsunami Bomb Lyrics
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I burnt myself with coffee and my brand new doggie ran away.
How can it be? I can't not believe
I don't have any money and I have to pay the bills today.
I wish that I could run away
Myself esteem is low. At losing I'm a pro
But there is one thing that I know
What should I do?
He told me "I Hate You!"
I don't know where to live next year and my guitar won't stay in tune
Where should I go? I am so all alone
I broke my new computer and nobody calls me on the phone
I wish I weren't so accident prone
The lyrics in Tsunami Bomb's song "No Good Very Bad Day" depict a person who is having an exceptionally disastrous day. The first verse talks about how everything seems to be going wrong for the singer, as they burnt themselves with coffee and their new dog ran away. The second verse further adds to their problems and concerns, as they have no money to pay the bills, are experiencing low self-esteem and feel like they are a pro at losing. The chorus expresses the singer's desire to run away and escape from all their problems, stating that everything would be "good" if they could just stay at home.
The song explores the universal experience of having a "no good very bad day," where nothing seems to go right and everything seems to be against us. It also touches on themes of isolation and loneliness, as the singer feels alone in the midst of their problems. The line "He told me 'I Hate You!'" could possibly refer to a breakup or falling out with a loved one, adding to the emotional intensity of the song.
In conclusion, "No Good Very Bad Day" is a relatable and poignant portrayal of the human experience of having a bad day.
Line by Line Meaning
Why is it me? This not my day
I'm having a terrible time and wondering why it's happening to me
I burnt myself with coffee and my brand new doggie ran away.
I'm having a bad day because I spilled hot coffee on myself and lost my new puppy
How can it be? I can't not believe
I can't believe how unlucky I am, it feels surreal
I don't have any money and I have to pay the bills today.
I'm broke and need to pay bills today, which is causing more stress and anxiety
I wish that I could run away
I wish I could escape from all these problems and start fresh somewhere else
Myself esteem is low. At losing I'm a pro
I'm feeling down about myself, and feel like I'm always losing
But there is one thing that I know
Despite everything going wrong, I still have this one thing I can rely on
It'd all be good if I could just stay home
If I could just stay in and avoid everything outside, maybe things would be alright
What should I do?
I'm feeling lost and unsure about how to handle all the problems I'm facing
He told me 'I Hate You!'
Someone important to me said something hurtful and mean
I don't know where to live next year and my guitar won't stay in tune
I have a lot of big decisions to make, and to top it off my guitar won't cooperate
Where should I go? I am so all alone
I feel lost and alone, not sure where to turn for help
I broke my new computer and nobody calls me on the phone
I feel isolated and unlucky, with my computer breaking and nobody checking in on me
I wish I weren't so accident prone
I'm frustrated at myself for always seeming to have bad luck and making mistakes
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Nevercake
this goes so hard that I am compelled to post into the void
Gabriel's Ladder
Wow, I was wondering how any of the other songs on various albums such as "The Great Escape" would have ANY dislikes at all... but then I quickly realized that the comment section was disabled, and my guess is that people dislike the video SOLELY because of that reason (they can't discuss their old feelings and memories they get from listening to these classics).
I STRONGLY recommend changing this as soon as possible. It discourages sharing/discussion/community support when the comment section is disabled. There's simply no reason to do that, and furthermore, you will get artificial "dislikes" from it which will cause people to have a negative perception of the MUSIC itself (without people realizing that others simply dislike the video permissions)... which is a great shame.