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.
Big And Bad
Big Bad Voodoo Daddy Lyrics
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Once you get us going, it's like nothing you have seen
With some fire in your belly, you move a little faster
And the devil in your eye makes you hit a little harder
So where do you draw the line and tell yourself no more?
Is it when your back's against the wall or you're crawlin' on the floor?
It's always work, work, work some more until they say it's time
And I say Lordy, lordy lordy. Lordy lordy be
Lordy lordy lordy. Big and bad as we can be
This is what it means when we swing on you brother
So now that we know who we really trust
There's plenty room for them but there's more room for us
When your feet don't touch the ground, there's nothing you can say
Just jump inside, enjoy the ride, and make the big boys pay
The lyrics of Big Bad Voodoo Daddy's song "Big And Bad" speak about the powerful energy and momentum that the band creates when they perform. The lyrics use metaphors of fire, steam, and a wild train to describe the unstoppable force the band becomes once they get started. The song is an anthem of sorts that celebrates the strength and confidence of the band.
The lyrics also touch on themes of perseverance and hard work, encouraging listeners to continue pushing through difficult times and fighting for what they believe in. The reference to "the fight worth fighting" suggests that the band has faced adversity but has persevered by staying focused on their goals.
The chorus of the song, with its repetition of "Lordy lordy lordy. Big and bad as we can be," serves as a mantra of sorts for the band and a message to their fans that they are a force to be reckoned with.
Overall, the lyrics to "Big And Bad" paint a picture of a powerful, confident, and hardworking band that is unafraid to take on any challenge.
Line by Line Meaning
Like a wild train rollin' so wild and full of steam
We come across as a force to be reckoned with, unstoppable and bursting with energy
Once you get us going, it's like nothing you have seen
Our momentum is unparalleled and takes everyone by surprise
With some fire in your belly, you move a little faster
When you have passion and drive, you can push yourself to exceed your limits
And the devil in your eye makes you hit a little harder
When you're driven by a fierce determination, you're capable of achieving great things and surpassing expectations
So where do you draw the line and tell yourself no more?
At what point do you know when to stop and not push yourself too hard?
Is it when your back's against the wall or you're crawlin' on the floor?
Is it when you're at your lowest point and can't seem to push any further?
It's always work, work, work some more until they say it's time
We push ourselves constantly, working tirelessly until we've achieved our goal
But fight the fight worth fighting and things will turn out fine
If you focus on the battles worth fighting, you'll come out victorious in the end
And I say Lordy, lordy lordy. Lordy lordy be
We're proud of who we are and what we can achieve
Lordy lordy lordy. Big and bad as we can be
We're confident in our abilities and know we can accomplish great things
This is what it means when we swing on you brother
This is what happens when we bring our all to the table
So now that we know who we really trust
After going through difficult times, we've learned who we can rely on
There's plenty room for them but there's more room for us
We're inclusive, but we will always make sure we come first
When your feet don't touch the ground, there's nothing you can say
When you're in the midst of something amazing, you're at a loss for words
Just jump inside, enjoy the ride, and make the big boys pay
Take the opportunity for all its worth, enjoy it, and show the world what you're made of
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: SCOTTY A. MORRIS
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