They first met on the set of the UK TV series Byker Grove, in which their characters formed a dance/rap group in around 1993. The duo soon scored a recording contract and left acting to perform under their character names as PJ & Duncan. The first song they performed on the show was included on the debut album Psyche!, and was called Tonight I'm Free.
They went on to release three albums: Psyche and Top Katz as PJ and Duncan and The Cult of Ant and Dec as Ant and Dec. They have also had a large number of hit singles including their best known hit Let's Get Ready To Rhumble from 1994.
They pretty much stopped recording in 1997 to concentrate on a career in presenting television programmes, which has brought them much greater fame and notoriety than their previous careers in acting or music had done before. They have hosted shows such as SMTV Live, CD:UK, Friends Like These, Ant & Dec's Saturday Night Takeaway, I'm A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here and were the presenters of the original UK version of Pop Idol, which spawned imitations worldwide such as American Idol.
In 2002, at the very young age of 27, Ant and Dec received a joint Special Recognition Award at the National Television Awards. Indeed they are such good friends, that they are hardly ever seen apart on screen. This leads to them receiving joint nominations for awards, and frequent jokes from other celebrities about not knowing which is Ant and which is Dec. In fact, a 2004 Daily Mirror poll found that 70% of viewers could not tell them apart [1]. As a result, photographs of the duo are now almost always taken with Ant on the left and Dec on the right.
Also in 2002, the duo briefly returned to music at the request of the English Football Association to record the 2002 England World Cup Song, We're On The Ball.
In 2005, as part of the ITV Network's 50th birthday celebrations, they were back on television fronting Ant and Dec's Gameshow Marathon, a celebration of some of ITV's most enduring gameshows from the past 50 years.
They have, albeit infrequently, returned to acting. They played themselves in the film Love Actually (in which Bill Nighy's character referred to Dec as "Ant or Dec") and returned to their Geordie roots in a one-off tribute to The Likely Lads by remaking one of the classic episodes. They have also returned to Byker Grove for Geoff's funeral.
Their latest project is the film Alien Autopsy. Their next major TV series is a game show called The Con.Test which will air on ITV1 in July 2006.
Talk About It
Ant & Dec Lyrics
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Tonight in the studio we have Ant & Dec: Under The Microscope.
Now, you boys have been causing quite a stir recently,
have you got anything to say for yourselves?
(Laughter) Erm...
Lyrics over flowing, reputation growing
If you wanna catch us, you better catch us quick
Rock around the clock now tick tock tick
Loud and proud we please and tease the crowd
Watch us steal the show, here we go
As we strut our stuff, they just can't get enough
Push it, shove it, they're gonna love it
Chorus:
C'mon talk about it
Get up, get up, jump up and down
C'mon and talk about it
Get up, get up
Everybody shout, everybody shout HO!
Scooping up honours wherever we go
An Oscar? a Grammy? Nah, I don't think so
Ravin', cravin' a number 1 smash
Silencing critics no pan in the flash
War of attrition, there ain't no competition
Comin' straight at ya, we're both on a mission
So don't you sleep, I'll be back
Terminatin', devastatin', lyrical attack
Chorus:
C'mon Talk about it
Get up, get up, jump up and down
C'mon and talk about it
Get up, get up
Everybody shout, everybody shout HO!
C'mon Talk about it
Get up, get up, jump up and down
C'mon and talk about it
Get up, get up
Everybody shout, everybody shout HO!
Hot like a chilli, don't play us like we're silly
No dirty tricks like Milli Vannilli
Stepping on stage, what ya see is what ya get
Coming of age, there's nobody better yet
We got our act together this incredible team
We rose to the top like the very best cream
Like a rolling stone we ain't never gonna stop
It's A.K.A. with a new brand of Hip-pop
Chorus:
C'mon Talk about it
Get up, get up, jump up and down
C'mon and talk about it
Get up, get up
Everybody shout, everybody shout HO!
C'mon Talk about it
Get up, get up, jump up and down
C'mon and talk about it
Get up, get up
Everybody shout, everybody shout HO!
Repeat to fade
The lyrics to Ant & Dec's song "Talk About It" convey a sense of confidence and defiance in the face of criticism and competition. The opening lines of the song set the tone for their unapologetic approach: "Lyrics overflowing, reputation growing, ready, steady, wicked like Freddy." They assert that those who try to catch up with them will have a hard time, with the line "if you wanna catch us, you better catch us quick." Ant & Dec take pride in their ability to please and tease the crowd, declaring "loud and proud we please and tease the crowd, watch us steal the show, here we go."
The chorus of the song encourages everyone to talk about Ant & Dec, to jump up and down, and shout. It's a call for attention and celebration of their success. They boast about scooping up honors wherever they go, dismissing the idea of winning an Oscar or Grammy but emphasizing their desire for a number 1 smash hit. They proclaim that they are on a mission, ready to terminate and devastate with their lyrical attack.
The lyrics also highlight their growth and evolution as performers, comparing themselves to a rolling stone that will never stop. They introduce themselves as A.K.A. (also known as) with a new brand of Hip-pop, signaling their development and versatility in the music industry.
Overall, the lyrics of "Talk About It" express Ant & Dec's self-assuredness, their determination to succeed, and their ability to entertain and captivate the crowd.
Line by Line Meaning
Lyrics over flowing, reputation growing
Our songs are filled with meaningful lyrics, and our reputation as musicians is constantly growing.
Ready, steady, wicked like Freddy
We are always prepared and full of energy, just like the infamous Freddy Krueger.
If you wanna catch us, you better catch us quick
If you want to keep up with us or get our attention, you need to act fast.
Rock around the clock now tick tock tick
We bring a dynamic and lively energy to our performances, making the crowd dance and have a great time.
Loud and proud we please and tease the crowd
We perform with confidence and entertain the audience, capturing their attention and making them excited.
Watch us steal the show, here we go
Be amazed as we take control of the stage and captivate everyone's attention with our performance.
As we strut our stuff, they just can't get enough
When we confidently showcase our talent, the audience can't help but want more.
Push it, shove it, they're gonna love it
We push the boundaries and take risks in our performances, knowing that the audience will appreciate our boldness.
Scooping up honours wherever we go
We receive recognition and awards wherever we perform or go, indicating the quality of our work.
An Oscar? a Grammy? Nah, I don't think so
While we appreciate recognition, we don't prioritize prestigious awards like the Oscars or Grammys as the ultimate markers of our success.
Ravin', cravin' a number 1 smash
We are determined to release a hit song that reaches the top of the charts.
Silencing critics no pan in the flash
We confidently dismiss any negative criticism or doubt, knowing that we can prove our talent with ease.
War of attrition, there ain't no competition
We are in it for the long haul, and there is no one who can rival or compete with us in the music industry.
Comin' straight at ya, we're both on a mission
We approach our music career with determination and purpose, ready to conquer any challenge that comes our way.
So don't you sleep, I'll be back
Don't underestimate us or disregard our presence, because we will always return and make our mark.
Terminatin', devastatin', lyrical attack
Our lyrics and performances are powerful and impactful, leaving a lasting impression on the audience.
Hot like a chilli, don't play us like we're silly
We bring the heat and intensity in our music, so don't underestimate our talent or take us lightly.
No dirty tricks like Milli Vannilli
Unlike the scandal-ridden duo Milli Vanilli, we are genuine and authentic in our music, with no deception or lip-syncing.
Stepping on stage, what ya see is what ya get
When we perform on stage, we are true to ourselves and deliver an honest and genuine performance.
Coming of age, there's nobody better yet
As we mature and grow as artists, we have become some of the best performers in the industry.
We got our act together this incredible team
As a duo, we have perfected our chemistry and performance skills, making us an incredible team.
We rose to the top like the very best cream
We have achieved great success and risen to the top of the music industry, just like the finest cream rises to the surface.
Like a rolling stone we ain't never gonna stop
We have a relentless drive and determination to keep moving forward and pursuing our music career without ever giving up.
It's A.K.A. with a new brand of Hip-pop
We, Ant & Dec, also known as A.K.A., bring a fresh and innovative style of Hip-pop to the music scene.
Repeat to fade
The song will repeat and gradually fade out, leaving a lasting impression even after it ends.
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@Avax9301
They way that Dec looks at Ant is so sweet
@gymnastxx7434
sima qatali I know😍😭
@chelsiirvine8970
Right they are so inseparable. 😊
@lydialoo5177
my phone screne isn't working! For some reason it keeps going black when playing vidios! aaaaaaaa! I'm missing out!!! Help me!
@misplacedkiwi9498
Adorable ❤️❤️
@Deactorr
Ant, please be okay and look after yourself. Don't let those demons outside your career stop you. I worry for you and you need all the help and support after what's going on.
@michelle88960
I'm so pleased for them. I know they have won it loads of times, but I really wanted them to win this year. True fans love you even more when you have been through bad times, and come out the other side. We're all human and we all have our demons. Well done lads.
@SuperMillwall
Glad they won it this year of all years.
@kmo6708
Next year is going to be more important if they win it after recent events with Ant. Wonder if next year could be first time Dec gets nominated alone for presenter award? Either way I’ll be voting a few times for them.
@phedrob3735
They've both had difficulties in relationships but get on so well together. I don't know why the two of them just don't shack up