Those Damned Blue-Collar Tweekers
Primus
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I've seen them out at soco They're pounding sixteen penny nails The truckers on the interstate Have been known to ride the rails The sweat is beating on the brow Can't keep these fellas down 'Cause those damned blue-collared tweekers Are runnin' this here town I knew a man who hung drywall He hung it mighty quick A trip or two to the blue room Would help him do the trick His foreman would pat him on the back Whenever he would come around 'Cause these dammed blue-collar tweekers Are beloved in this here town Now the union boys are there To protect us from all the corporate type While curious george's drug patrol Is out here hunting snipe Now they try to tell me different But you know i ain't no clown 'Cause those damned blue-collar tweekers Are the backbone of this town Now the flame that burns twice as bright Burns only half as long My eyes are growing weary As i finalize this song So sit back and have a cup o' joe And watch the wheels go round 'Cause those damned blue-collar tweekers Have always run this town
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Written by: LES CLAYPOOL, REID L. III LALONDE, TIMOTHY W. ALEXANDER
Lyrics © Downtown Music Publishing
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10 facts about this song
Song Release"Those Damned Blue-Collar Tweekers" was released by the American rock band Primus in 1991.
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Album InfoIt is one of the tracks from their third studio album called "Sailing the Seas of Cheese."
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Song GenreThis song typically belongs to the alternative rock and funk metal genre.
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Song CompositionThe song is noted for its aggressive bass lines and distinctive guitar riffs, characteristic of Primus's unique sound.
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InspirationIts lyrics reportedly reflect lead singer Les Claypool's experiences growing up in an industrial area of California.
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Live Performances"Those Damned Blue-Collar Tweekers" is one of the band's most popular live songs, frequently played in their concerts.
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Music VideoThe music video for the song is in claymation, featuring small clay figures of the band members.
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Song ThemeThe song highlights the use of methamphetamine among working-class individuals.
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Band PopularityThe track contributed significantly to early mainstream acceptance of Primus.
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Cultural ImpactThe piece has been cited by fans and critics alike as an example of the band's commentary on societal issues.
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