Captain Chaos
G.B.H. · A Fridge Too Far [1989]
Unseen errors that ain't no surprise.
You can't get off, nowhere to hide,
Strap yourself in, it's gonna' be rough ride.
Captain Chaos at the control,
Doing loop de loop and aerobatic rolls.
The black box is going into overtime,
They're calling out numbers ..
.. I think this one's mine.
Goin' first class, so we're jumpin' the queue,
There there's a bang like an engine's blew.
The orange horizon is where we wanna' go,
Not thirty five thousand feet below.
The hostess is worried, ain't serving no junk,
"If I die I wanna' die drunk".
The Captain's cool, says it's the norm,
"Hold on tight, we're going through a storm".
'Cause it's safer than walking - FOR SURE,
Safer than crawling - ON ALL FOURS.
Even safer than driving a tank,
But it seems to me like walking a plank.
When we got on we were already high,
Only had shades to protect our eyes.
Get the ground light on 'fore we hit town,
We've had enough and we wanna' get down.
Captain Chaos
Released on the 1989 album A Fridge Too Far, 'Captain Chaos' stands as a defining track in the early work of the English band G.B.H. Emerging from the post-punk and new wave scene of the late 1980s, the song captures the raw energy and melodic sensibilities characteristic of the era. The recording reflects the band's transition from their earlier, more abrasive sound to a polished, hook-driven style that would become their signature. Featuring a driving rhythm section and a memorable lead vocal performance, the track exemplifies the genre's blend of jangle-pop and punk rock influences. It remains a staple of their discography, showcasing the band's ability to craft infectious melodies that resonated with audiences during their peak activity in the early 1990s.