The phrase “mess with the best, die like the rest” traces back to the late 1960s in Vietnam, where it became the Green Berets unofficial motto. Despite sounding like a blunt, cinematic expression of dominance, in the context of special forces operators, it reflects more than bravado. Elite units are shaped by relentless training, precision, and the ability to operate in hostile, unpredictable environments. Being the “best” is earned through grueling selection that forges discipline, trust, and skill over ego. The second half highlights a harsh truth—hesitation or underestimating an opponent can be fatal, and though it might sound like a taunt, it speaks to the quiet confidence and lethal efficiency of special forces operators to get the job done.

The Rabbit, as it was known in America, was a compact car produced globally between 1974 and 1983 that delivered both efficiency and reliability in a sporty package. Available in various body styles and variants, such as 3 and 5-door hatchbacks, 2-door convertibles, and even in performance trims, the front-wheel drive compact was a hit with consumers with approximately 6.7 million units being sold during its nearly ten year production run. While production ended for most countries, it continued to be built in Yugoslavia until 1985, Mexico until 1987, and South Africa all the way until 2009! This ‘wild rabbit’ design is based on a 1970s iron on that was a must-have for fans of this little car back in the day.

“Turn on, tune in, drop out” is a phrase most closely associated with the 1960s counterculture and psychologist Timothy Leary, who used it to describe a radical shift in consciousness and lifestyle. “Turn on” referred to expanding awareness—often through the use of psychedelics like LSD—while “tune in” meant engaging more deeply with the world around you in a heightened, mindful way. “Drop out” encouraged rejecting conventional societal expectations in favor of personal exploration and alternative ways of living. LSD, in this context, was seen by many as a tool for introspection, creativity, and spiritual insight, though its use also carried risks and controversy. The phrase became a cultural shorthand for rebellion, self-discovery, and the pursuit of new perspectives during a transformative era.

Released in 1987, ‘Hated in the Nation’ is one of GG Allin’s most infamous releases, capturing the raw, confrontational chaos that defined his career. The record is less a polished studio album and more a document of Allin’s pure hostility that’s packed with short, abrasive tracks that blur the line between punk rock and outright provocation. Musically, it leans into stripped-down, lo-fi aggression, but the real focus is Allin’s unfiltered lyrics and persona, which deliberately push boundaries with shocking, often offensive themes. For fans of extreme punk, it stands as a snapshot of a performer who rejected convention entirely, while for others it’s a difficult, controversial listen that reflects the most uncompromising edge of underground music culture in the late 20th century.

Without question, classic head shop style designs rule, and this early ’80s one is no exception. With a grinning skull, crossed swords, a venomous snake, outstretched wings, and roaring flames, what more could you possibly ask for? This composition delivers a powerful, almost mythic presence that evokes heavy metal concerts and biker bar fights in equal measure, a combination that will mesmerize all who gaze upon its vintage greatness.

Rock-A-Dile Red was one of those vividly imagined, attitude-packed Kool Aid flavors that rock the early ‘90s. Built around the idea of a cool, rock n roll loving crocodile, the flavor leaned into a bold “mixed red fruit” profile, blending cherry, strawberry, and a hint of raspberry into one punchy, candy-like drink. If you were a ’90s kid, you can probably still taste the magic of this one, and it probably brings back memories of playing outside during the long days of summer and guzzling gallons of this red concoction to cool off.

Despite literally being front and center of the fictional waterfront town of Cabot Cove in the hit ’80s TV series Murder She Wrote, Cabot Cove Boat Works only takes the spotlight in one episode that aired on May 10, 1992 (S8.E21). The story in this one centers around Dr. Hazlitt’s friend Ben, an old Army buddy long thought dead, coming to Cabot Cove. Doc gets Ben a job as a mechanic at Cabot Cove Boat Works, and when the owner is found dead with $60,000 missing from the company safe, Ben becomes a suspect, and it’s up to Jessica to clear him by finding the real killer. Plot lines aside, it’s clear that Cabot Cove Boat Works designs, builds, and maintains both commercial and pleasure boats, while also refurbishing and selling boats.

Before it became one of the most recognizable prime-time TV shows of its era, Fantasy Island was introduced to viewers through two made-for-television films, in 1977 and 1978. The series that followed aired on Saturday nights after The Love Boat from January 28, 1978, to May 19, 1984. Set on a mysterious tropical island, the series followed the enigmatic host Mr. Roarke and his loyal assistant Tattoo as they welcomed guests who arrived seeking to live out their deepest fantasies—whether for adventure, romance, revenge, or redemption. Each episode explored how these dreams often came with unexpected consequences, turning the show into a blend of drama, fantasy, and moral storytelling. Known for its iconic opening scene featuring Tattoo excitedly shouting “De plane! De plane!” as visitors arrived, Fantasy Island combined escapism with life lessons and remains an icon of ’80s television.