Available now through iTunes, the album will be available as a physical release on June 8, 2010 through Bernadette Records.
Known first for her work with the LA-based group Wild Colonials, it was McCluskey’ s Grammy-nominated dance hit, “Breathe,” recorded with Telepopmusik and picked up by Mitsubishi for use in a popular TV campaign that introduced millions to her earthy, unique voice. Along the way, McCluskey has also supported R.E.M. on tour and performed with everyone from Little Richard to Glasvegas to – most recently – New York City cabaret stars The Citizen’s Band.
Tastemaker radio station KCRW has already featured “So Good,” the album’s opening track, as a “Today’s Top Tune” download. McCluskey’s February 19, 2010 performance on KCRW’s “Morning Becomes Eclectic” was so popular it will be available as an iTunes podcast starting March 5 and running for two weeks.
The album is a collaborative effort that includes the eclectic songstress’s many and various friends: Joseph Arthur, Kraig Jarret Johnson (Golden Smog), Scott McCloud (Girls against Boys), Bardi Johannsson (Bang Gang), Duke B (Gaea), Stephane Haeri (Telepopmusik), Paul Cantelon, Craig Wedren (Shudder to Think), Seth Rothschild, Wild Colonials and Richard Fortus (Guns n’ Roses).
So far, the positive reviews have been undeniable, with one reviewer saying: “In many ways Angela’s voice is not hers; it’s yours.” Once you hear this amazing album, you’ll have to agree. Stay tuned for performance dates.
“McCluskey …is the anti-diva, the anti-Leona Lewis, the anti-manufactured pop star. And her voice works live just as it does on record, an incredible juxtaposition of the greats: Beth Gibbons, Billie Holiday and Nina Simone. McCluskey eases emotion and soul out of her most personal obsessional ballads with an effortless cool.”
– Alan McGee, Guardian UK (music legend and founder of Creation Records)
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Sucker
Angela McCluskey Lyrics
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This is where the new life should begin
Still after weeks, you toss and you turn in your sleep
And you know that whatever you do
Someone keeps looking for you
New life and a new view to save your soul
This is where you dig the hole
Looking for you
No one believes that it's true, what that fucker can do
Aw, you know what that sucker can do
Yeah, you know what that mother can do
Yeah, you know what that fucker can do
You know what that fucker can do
Aw, you know what that sucker can do
Aw, you know what that mother can do
Yes, you know what that fucker can do
The lyrics to Angela McCluskey's song "Sucker" discuss the struggles of starting a new life in a new town. The singer has moved to this new place in order to save themselves from something or someone, but even after weeks of being there, they cannot seem to fully settle and find peace. Throughout the song, there is a constant sense of paranoia and unease, as the singer feels like someone is always watching or looking for them.
The repeated line "you know what that fucker can do" adds to the feeling of danger and threat that the singer perceives. It is unclear who or what this "fucker" refers to, but the line suggests that whoever or whatever it is, it has the power to cause harm and wreak havoc.
Overall, the lyrics to "Sucker" depict the struggle to start anew and leave the past behind. The sense of danger and unease throughout the song adds to the tension and heightens the stakes of the singer's situation.
Line by Line Meaning
New town and a new home to save your skin
Moving to a new place to escape from danger or trouble
This is where the new life should begin
Starting fresh and hoping for a better life
Still after weeks, you toss and you turn in your sleep
Feeling unsettled and anxious despite the change in scenery
And you know that whatever you do
Despite trying to move on, you can't shake the feeling that someone is after you
Someone keeps looking for you
Feeling like you're being watched and followed
New life and a new view to save your soul
Looking for a fresh start to heal emotional wounds
This is where you dig the hole
Starting something new, but possibly being in over your head
No one believes that it's true, what that fucker can do
Feeling like nobody understands the danger you're in
Aw, you know what that sucker can do
Realizing the true intentions of the person who's after you
Yeah, you know what that mother can do
Acknowledging the potential harm that can be done
Yes, you know what that fucker can do
Having a deep understanding of the consequences if caught
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ANGELA MCCLUSKEY, NATHAN LARSON
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