The line-up of this band included the baritone-sax and percussion players as well as all members of Spitfire. The show gained much interest and the band went on playing live gigs on Russian club scene. The debut album was recorded in March '02 at Dobrolet studio in St. Petersburg and put out in Russia in the fall '02 on small independent label Zvezda Records.
In April '04 musicians recorded the second St. Petersburg Ska-Jazz Review album "Too Good To Be True". The material was much less based on cover versions and contained mostly tracks composed by the members of the band. The album is supposed to come out in the spring '05 on Shnur'OK label in Russia and on one of the most known European ska-oriented labels - German Grover Records. The first St. Petersburg Ska-Jazz Review album was also released on Grover in January '05 supported by the tour in Germany and Switzerland.
Jennifer Davis-lead vocals
Konstantin Limonov-guitar & back vox
Andrey Kuraev-bass
Denis Kupcov-drums & percussion
Alexei Kalinin-percussion
Sergei Egorov-percussion & back vox
Ilia Rogachevsky-keys & piano
Kanev Aleksei-baritone sax & back vox
Grigorii Zontov-tenor sax & back vox
Vladislav Alexandrov-trombone & back vox
Sokolov Evgenii-trumpet & back vox
Too Good To Be True
St. Petersburg Ska-Jazz Review Lyrics
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They′re comin' after me
You′ve got to trust in me - I'm not deceiving
They won't let me be
I tell them that I got a man
But they don′t seem to understand
Believe me, babe, I′m doing all I can
But the pressure's more than I can stand
You know that you are still my greatest treasure
You are my favorite guy
But why should I deny yet another pleasure
You wanna make me cry?
The boys all tell me it′s a shame
In fact, they think you're kinda lame
Because I am a foxy, high class dame
I deserve the best and rest cause it′s mine to claim
Well they tell me
Yes, they tell me
While they woo
I'm just too good to be true
I′m just too good to be true
I'm just too good to be true
Because I have another date on Thursday
Is it really such a crime?
Will be together every minute Friday
Can't have all my time
I guess it′s true ′bout what they say
When the cat is out the mice will play
It's uncool to be controlling anyway
Just relax and unwind, you will find that it′s better this way
Well, I'm sorry
I′m so sorry
Don't be blue
I′m just too good to be true
I'm just too good to be true
I'm just too good to be true
The lyrics to St. Petersburg Ska-Jazz Review's song "Too Good to Be True" tell the story of a woman who is being pursued by multiple men while trying to remain loyal to her current partner. She is facing pressure from the other men to be with them instead and is struggling to resist their advances. Despite her love for her current partner and feeling that he is her greatest treasure, she is also tempted by the attention and pleasure that comes with being with other men.
The lyrics highlight the struggle that many people face when it comes to infidelity and staying committed in a relationship. The woman in the song is torn between her loyalty to her partner and her desire for other men, causing her to feel guilty and pressured. The chorus of the song emphasizes her internal struggle as she is told, "I'm just too good to be true."
Overall, the song presents a relatable theme of temptation and infidelity in relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
When I walk down the street in the evening
As I stroll through the streets in the evening, people start to follow me.
They're comin' after me
These people are in pursuit of my attention and company.
You've got to trust in me - I'm not deceiving
I assure you that I am not lying or being unfaithful to you, so please have faith in me.
They won't let me be
However, these individuals are persistent and won't leave me alone.
I tell them that I got a man
I inform them that I am already in a committed relationship.
But they don't seem to understand
Unfortunately, they do not comprehend the concept of monogamy or exclusive partnerships.
Believe me, babe, I'm doing all I can
I am doing my best to resist their advances and remain loyal to you.
But the pressure's more than I can stand
However, the pressure and temptation are becoming too much for me to handle.
You know that you are still my greatest treasure
I want you to know that you are still the most important and valuable person in my life.
You are my favorite guy
You are the one I love and cherish the most.
But why should I deny yet another pleasure
That being said, why should I avoid experiencing a new and exciting pleasure?
You wanna make me cry?
Are you trying to make me feel bad for wanting something else?
The boys all tell me it's a shame
Other men I encounter tell me that it is a pity that I am not single and available.
In fact, they think you're kinda lame
They even perceive you as being dull or unappealing compared to them.
Because I am a foxy, high class dame
As a desirable and sophisticated lady, I deserve the finest things in life.
I deserve the best and rest cause it's mine to claim
Therefore, I am entitled to the best possible experiences and should not feel guilty for pursuing them.
Well they tell me
The men who desire me constantly say
Yes, they tell me
Yes, they certainly do
While they woo
As they try to win me over
I'm just too good to be true
I am too desirable and attractive to resist or refuse.
Because I have another date on Thursday
I have made plans to go out with someone else on Thursday.
Is it really such a crime?
Is it truly a wrongdoing to go out with someone else?
Will be together every minute Friday
However, we will still have plenty of time to be together on Friday.
Can't have all my time
I cannot dedicate all of my time and attention to just one person.
I guess it's true 'bout what they say
I suppose it is accurate what they say
When the cat is out the mice will play
When I am unavailable, others will try to take my place or compete for my attention.
It's uncool to be controlling anyway
At the end of the day, it is not cool or healthy to try to control or restrict another person's choices.
Just relax and unwind, you will find that it's better this way
Relax and let things happen naturally, and you will realize that this is the better way to approach things.
Well, I'm sorry
I apologize
I'm so sorry
I am very apologetic
Don't be blue
Please do not be saddened
I'm just too good to be true
I am simply too desirable and valuable to resist or ignore.
I'm just too good to be true
I am simply too desirable and valuable to resist or ignore.
I'm just too good to be true
I am simply too desirable and valuable to resist or ignore.
Writer(s): k., davis, j., limonov
Contributed by David H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.