The band was originally formed in 1989 by leader Scott Morris. He and Kurt Sodergren are the two "original" members, with the rest of the band joining later on. The band concentrated on the swing of the 1940s and '50s, playing clubs and lounges in their early years.
The band launched two CDs, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy and Watchu' Want for Christmas? under their own label (Big Bad Records) before getting their big break when their songs "You & Me & The Bottle Makes Three Tonight (Baby)" and "Go Daddy-O" were featured in the 1996 comedy Swingers.
From there they were signed by Capitol Records. With Capitol the band released Americana Deluxe (also known as a second Big Bad Voodoo Daddy) and This Beautiful Life. The band has continued their tours, performances and album releases Save My Soul, Live, and Everything You Want For Christmas, with one high point being their appearance at the 1999 Super Bowl half-time show.
Over the last few years, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy has experienced great success playing on the Pops programs of American Symphony Orchestras and regular US tours.
Most recently, BBVD released a tribute album titled How Big Can You Get?: The Music of Cab Calloway. As part of the live concerts promoting this recent album, the band continues to perform new material, including the track "5-10-15 Times I Love You" which frontman Scotty Morris says will be recorded as part of a new album in early 2011.
Band Members:
* Scott Morris "Scotty" (vocals and guitar) - core member
* Kurt Sodergren (drums and percussion) - core member
* Dirk Shumaker (string bass) - core member
* Andrew Rowley "Andy" (baritone saxophone) - core member
* Glen Marehevka "The Kid" (trumpet) - core member
* Karl Hunter (saxophone and clarinet) - core member
* Joshua Levy "Josh" (piano) - core member
* Tony Bonsera (lead trumpet)
* Alex Henderson (trombone) (also part of The Brian Setzer Orchestra)
** Ron Blake (former lead trumpet) left Big Bad Voodoo Daddy to go on tour with Green Day.
Always Gonna Get Ya
Big Bad Voodoo Daddy Lyrics
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and everything feels just right
Its Always Gonna Get You Everytime
The sun is out You're feeling great
There is no time to hesitate
It's always gonna get cha everytime
you just hope that it will last
it's got a mind of its' own
it will not leave you alone
It comes on like a friend
who leaves you crazy in the head
it sneaks up on you when you least expect it to
so hold on tight with both your hands
forget about those future plans
it's always gonna get'cha everytime
so play it cool and you will see you can end up just
like me
The song "Always Gonna Get Ya" by Big Bad Voodoo Daddy talks about the uncontrollable and inevitable force of love. The lyrics describe how love can strike at any given moment and seize hold of you completely, leaving you with no other option than to wholeheartedly embrace it. Whether it's hanging out with friends at night or feeling great in the sun, love can strike unexpectedly, and it will always get you every time.
The lyrics suggest that love can be both exciting and unpredictable, coming on fast and often when you least expect it to. It can feel like a friend, but also leave you crazy in the head. The singer advises the listener to hold on tight and forget about future plans, as once love takes over, it's always going to get them every time. In the end, the singer suggests that if you want to succeed in love, the key is simply to play it cool and let love run its course.
Line by Line Meaning
When You're Hangin with your friends at night
When you're out with your friends enjoying your time
and everything feels just right
And everything is going smoothly and you feel content
Its Always Gonna Get You Everytime
But you will always end up being captivated by something or someone
The sun is out You're feeling great
You're having a good day with no worries
There is no time to hesitate
There's no need to overthink, just enjoy the moment
It's always gonna get cha everytime
But something or someone will always catch your eye
It comes on fast
Being intrigued happens quickly
you just hope that it will last
You hope it is not just temporary and will continue
it's got a mind of its' own
The feeling or attraction is uncontrollable
it will not leave you alone
It will linger in your thoughts and feelings
It comes on like a friend
It comes on in a familiar manner, like a friend
who leaves you crazy in the head
But will eventually drive you crazy with uncertainty and confusion
it sneaks up on you when you least expect it to
It surprises you when you're not anticipating it
so hold on tight with both your hands
So, grip the moment with both hands
forget about those future plans
Forget about the future for a while and live in the present
it's always gonna get'cha everytime
Because something or someone will always captivate you
so play it cool and you will see you can end up just like me
But stay calm, and you might end up happy like me
Contributed by Ethan D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.