Bang!
Let us begin a gentlemen’s discussion regarding the above said word. Starting with is origins, embedded deep within the time-honored activity of “The Legend” dropping trou, shooting finger-guns from the hip, and repeatedly slurring “Bang Bang.” Part childhood friendly neighborhood game of War, and part western film featuring Clint Eastwood, it forces one to recall a better, simpler way of living.
“Bang Bang,” has rapidly become adopted by many of the Monday Night Wings (dot com) crew for its ease of use, versatility, and the overall ambiance that it can add to any conversation. There are many different variations on how one can use the word “bang,” including deviation of speed, tone, combinations, and hand gestures. We shall now examine five of common combinations, to better understand the power and greatness that is “Bang Bang.”
1. The Traditional “Bang Bang”
Here is where all the magic started ladies and gentlemen. While the traditional “Bang Bang” is the most commonly used variation, it is perhaps the most difficult to describe in terms of meaning and use. Typically, it follows a statement and is said with brevity to underline the prior statement. It can be used as a way to fill the silence usually followed when requesting service ranging from a pitcher of Miller Lite at Sally’s, a cigarette from Christianson, or hug from Cameron. When used, it usually just happens without second thought
2. Machine-gun Bang
Rapid successive mantra of “Bang Bang” usually occurs once an individual is well on their way to be intoxicated, and has no regard for what others in their midst may think of them. Used to demonstrate ones drunkenness to sober individuals, it does not stop on request, and commonly creates an awkward physical interaction between the Banger and the Bangee.
3. Exclamation Bang
Best suited for use after an outrageous comment or story, it solidifies the greatness of what was previously stated. It knows no boundaries in social settings, and can cause confusion, startledness, and excessive staring by others not included in the conversation.
4. Text-Message Bang
There can be many meanings of a text message “Bang.” Ones understanding of the context of the said “Bang” is crucial to its meaning. First, when used in the beginning of a text message exchange between two individuals it commonly signifies, “Hey dude, just wondering what you are up to.” However, why would anyone in good taste actually text “Hey dude, just wondering what you are up to.” when they can simply text “Bang.” It clearly makes matters simple, and often brings the recipient to recall the last time they heard “Bang,” and the social exchange that accompanied it. Appropriate at most any time of the day, it evokes a specially feeling within anyone who receives it and can understand its meaning.
Another text message “Bang” is of post-text-message exchange variety. Very similar to the exclamation bang (see above) it typically indicates finalness and closure.
5. Slow and Singular
Pioneered and perfected by the Dizzle, the Slow and Singular “Bang” usually is a sneak attack from a position of poor visibility for the bangee, and evokes a feeling of reassurance and mystery all at once. Just as the sound of wind blowing through the trees on a cool autumn day conjures mental clarity, or the beat of The Fixxers hit “Can you Werk wit Dat” brings back recollection of countless obliterated Sundays on the Bizzle aboard the Riverra Boozer, the “Slow and Singular ‘Bang'” brings you to a place of friends, good times and a Miller Lite or two (or ten).
Although anyone who is unaware of Monday Night Wings (dot com) will undoubtly lack understanding of the meaning and use of “Bang Bang,” those who do, know its usefulness and greatness. When used in a professional workplace (ATT wireless does not qualify as such), one will be met with confused faces, possibly a laugh, and a general feeling of other viewing you as a moron. When used in outlying social settings, often people will act as if you have not said anything at all, acting as if you have not in fact added “Bang Bang” into your conversation, perhaps in fear of insulting you in the event you suffer from turrets.
Therefore, we as the chosen few, live our lives day-to-day in the enlightenment of “Bang Bang,” to not only promote naked drunkenness, but for the comradery and sense of place that it evokes. To any newcomers to the culture of “Bang,” I say drink up. To the aged users and pioneers, I say keep on keepin on, because when it comes down to it, there are few single words in the English language that have the power and overall greatness of that which is formally known as“Bang Bang”.
Bang.
Sincerly,
Pauling
April 1st, 2008 at 11:08 pm
Tim Geiser aka HeymanHeymanHeyman is the finest American America will ever call its own. Living outside of America only furthers my point.