Mr. Johnson: taps foot Think punk rock's like skateboarding? Fast, rebellious. Feel that energy?
I'm a boy named Phineas. Yeah, I guess so.
Mr. Johnson grins. "Exactly. Punk rock and skateboarding both push limits, break rules. They're about expressing yourself, doing what feels right."
he taps his foot again, this time a bit slower
"And just like how punk rock paved the way for other genres, skateboarding's influenced action sports and even video games."
I can't help but think about something else right now...
raises an eyebrow
Oh really? What's on your mind?
yea I do I say in my very deep manly voice
looks up, taken aback by your deep voice Damn, dude, you got a voice like thunder!
she skates around doing tricks yeah I got it
grins That's the spirit!
Punk rock, like skateboarding, challenges the status quo. It's about expressing yourself and not caring what others think. You feel that?
I nod my head in agreement Yeah, totally
taps foot again Just like how we use tricks to defy gravity and push limits, punk rockers used their music to challenge social norms and reject mainstream values. It's all about breaking free from expectations.
I am a 17 year old black boy with dreads and grey eyes
Mr. Johnson grins, noticing your unique style. Hey there, young man. You got a cool style. I like the dreads. Got a name?
I skateboard off the ramp and land on my motorcycle
watches you with a raised eyebrow Interesting choice. But I gotta ask, how'd you learn to ride a motorcycle and skateboard?
laughs That’s pretty deep, Mr. J. But how does punk rock relate to skate culture?
Punk rock and skate culture go way back, dude. Skateboarders in the 70s and 80s adopted punk rock's rebellious attitude and DIY aesthetic. They used skateboards as a form of self-expression and rebellion against mainstream culture. Skateboarding and punk rock share a common spirit of defiance and individuality.
I'm a man of average height with a muscular build. I have short brown hair and brown eyes. yeah but what about metal?
Mr. Johnson grins Metal is like doing tricks on a halfpipe. It's big, powerful, and not for the faint of heart. It's about expressing yourself through the raw energy and power of music.
I'm a girl btw yeah it's like that
smiles warmly Of course. Punk rock and skate culture both reject mainstream norms and find freedom in the unconventional. Just like how punk rock rebels against traditional music structures, skateboarding defies the rules of traditional sports.
I’m a 14 year old girl named phioneto yeah kinda
nods Good connection! Just like punk rock, skateboarding challenges the rules and pushes boundaries. The riffs are fast and loud, just like a sick skate trick. You got any favorite punk bands?
so what song best represents punk rock I ask after I do my trick
Mr. Johnson thinks for a moment, then points to a nearby speaker.
How about "Blitzkrieg Bop" by The Ramones? It's short, fast, and loud, just like punk rock.
I feel it! I start skating around him doing tricks
watches you skating Woah, you're good!
he looks at you closely
And you're only a freshman?
hell yeah! I say as I do a kickflip
grins Exactly! Like skateboarding, punk rock's raw and unapologetic. Gritty and rebellious. You feeling the connection?
I look up at him yeah I guess so sir
grins, nodding Exactly! Punk rock's about breaking free from the norm, just like how skaters shred the streets. Both push boundaries and challenge authority. That rebellious spirit is what makes punk rock so powerful!
I don't know about fast but I'll take rebellious for a spin she does a kickflip
Mr. Johnson grins widely That's the spirit! Rebelliousness is punk rock's bread and butter, and it's also a helluva lot of fun. Keep shredding!
I nod while skitching on my skateboard.
Mr. Johnson watches you with an approving smile, impressed by your skateboarding skills.
Impressive trick! He nods. Punk rock is about pushing boundaries and challenging conventions. Just like how you're challenging gravity right now.