A versatile composer, he is unable to be pinned down to any one genre of music. As a producer he has created work for companies such as WWF, US Bank and the Royal Winnipeg Ballet; as a songwriter and performer he has toured 6 countries. Last fall he worked with Emily Haines of Metric to create a music and video installation piece at The Four Seasons Centre in Toronto.
Huang developed a near-cult following in his early twenties as the creative force behind Songs To Wear Pants To, an online musical comedy project that invites anyone to send him instructions for songs - of which he's created over 600 since 2004.
More recently he has become a well-known YouTube personality, his self-produced content and grassroots approach garnering him over 6 million views in the past year alone. With more by-request musical exploits, dialogues created from user submissions, and eccentric, time-intense pieces - watch him create a beat with 1000 pairs of jeans! - his work continues to hit a sweet spot between sound, picture and audience interaction.
Do It
Andrew Huang Lyrics
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But you can't just do it
And you've got the gall
But you can't just do it
Well you've got the chops
But you can't just do it
And now the chance is gone
But you wanted to do it!
Well you've got the cash
But you can't just do it
And you've got the brawn
But you can't just do it
Well you've got the dream
But you can't just do it
And now the chance is gone
But you wanted to do it!
The lyrics to Andrew Huang's song "Do It" are all about missed opportunities and the frustration that comes along with them. Through repetitive lines such as "Well you've got the ____ but you can't just do it", the song paints a picture of someone who has many skills and resources, but for one reason or another, is unable to take advantage of a particular opportunity. The song may be interpreted in a number of different ways, depending on the listener's own experiences and personal context.
Perhaps the most obvious interpretation relates to the creative process or pursuing a passion. It's not uncommon for artists, musicians, or writers to feel that they have all the tools they need to succeed, only to be held back by self-doubt, lack of motivation, or a fear of failure. The lyrics suggest that the singer wants to "do it" (whatever "it" may be), but is held back by some unseen force. There's a sense of frustration and regret as the song progresses, culminating in the line "And now the chance is gone, but you wanted to do it!"
Line by Line Meaning
Well you've got the time
You have plenty of time available to accomplish your goals.
But you can't just do it
However, you are lacking the motivation or determination to take action.
And you've got the gall
You possess the confidence and audacity needed to undertake this endeavor.
But you can't just do it
Despite this confidence, you are still struggling to put your plans into action.
Well you've got the chops
You possess the necessary skills and abilities to succeed in this venture.
But you can't just do it
However, you are still struggling to take concrete steps towards reaching your goals.
And now the chance is gone
Unfortunately, the opportunity to pursue your dreams has passed you by.
But you wanted to do it!
Despite missing out on this chance, you still feel a strong desire to pursue your goals.
Well you've got the cash
You have the financial resources necessary to make your dreams a reality.
But you can't just do it
However, you are struggling to find the motivation or direction to move forward.
And you've got the brawn
You possess the physical strength and stamina to tackle challenges head-on.
But you can't just do it
Despite this strength, you are still struggling to take action towards your goals.
Well you've got the dream
You have a clear vision of what you want to achieve and a strong desire to make it a reality.
But you can't just do it
However, you are struggling to find the motivation or direction to take concrete steps towards reaching your goals.
And now the chance is gone
Unfortunately, the opportunity to pursue your dreams has passed you by.
But you wanted to do it!
Despite missing out on this chance, you still feel a strong desire to pursue your goals.
Contributed by Michael H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Roy Matz
Amazing work man...
i really like the fact that you do everything... but you're in a position where you can clearly collab with a singer to sing your songs, it'll for sure give them more depth ... your vocals need some work before i'd buy your vocal tracks..
i feel like we could all improve and the real friends are the ones who could tell us how
again your content is amazing and i'm a big fan.
keep it up!
Roy
grandpa_peaches_
Somebody once told me the world is gonna roll me
I ain't the sharpest tool in the shed
She was looking kind of dumb with her finger and her thumb
In the shape of an "L" on her forehead
Well the years start coming and they don't stop coming
Fed to the rules and I hit the ground running
Didn't make sense not to live for fun
Your brain gets smart but your head gets dumb
So much to do, so much to see
So what's wrong with taking the back streets?
You'll never know if you don't go
You'll never shine if you don't glow
Hey now, you're an all-star, get your game on, go play
Hey now, you're a rock star, get the show on, get paid
And all that glitters is gold
Only shooting stars break the mold
It's a cool place and they say it gets colder
You're bundled up now, wait till you get older
But the meteor men beg to differ
Judging by the hole in the satellite picture
The ice we skate is getting pretty thin
The water's getting warm so you might as well swim
My world's on fire, how about yours?
That's the way I like it and I never get bored
Hey now, you're an all-star, get your game on, go play
Hey now, you're a rock star, get the show on, get paid
All that glitters is gold
Only shooting stars break the mold
Hey now, you're an all-star, get your game on, go play
Hey now, you're a rock star, get the show, on get paid
And all that glitters is gold
Only shooting stars
Somebody once asked could I spare some change for gas?
I need to get myself away from this place
I said yep what a concept
I could use a little fuel myself
And we could all use a little change
Well, the years start coming and they don't stop coming
Fed to the rules and I hit the ground running
Didn't make sense not to live for fun
Your brain gets smart but your head gets dumb
So much to do, so much to see
So what's wrong with taking the back streets?
You'll never know if you don't go (go!)
You'll never shine if you don't glow
Hey now, you're an all-star, get your game on, go play
Hey now, you're a rock star, get the show on, get paid
And all that glitters is gold
Only shooting stars break the mold
And all that glitters is gold
Only shooting stars break the mold
Darth Xile
Had an idea, a song using only your hands, clapping snapping, flipping, rubbing. Can't hit anything, only hands.
spaceman00
Clapping Music by Steve Reich it already exist.
FrStProductions
Moving your finger uses your arm because there are muscles in your arm for your fingers.
Andrews
Thats pretty lame. Almost every Music can be made by Hands. :/
Aristotle000001
What about hand flutes :P The sound's kinda coming from the hands.
aaarne
Iaj
The Viet Vegan
I totally get those bottlenecks in my creative process for videos, recipes, and blog post process too. I'm glad I'm not the only one. Awesome track :) I always enjoy seeing your creative process for each video.
Flawd TV
I discovered your channel pretty recently and you’ve become one of my top 5 favorite content creators. I’ve pretty much watched your videos nonstop in my free time since I found you. 💯
Midnight Killswitch
I literally discovered you 6 hours ago and CAN NOT stop watching. You make me want to jump on something super creative. I have a good feeling. THANK YOU
Ethan Grieves
omg you should turn this into a series!!!!