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.
The Boogie Bumper
Big Bad Voodoo Daddy Lyrics
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Alright kid...bring it on down now!
The song "The Boogie Bumper" by Big Bad Voodoo Daddy is an upbeat and energetic song that encourages listeners to get up and dance. The lyrics are essentially a call to action, encouraging "the boys" and "the kid" to join in on the fun and participate in the boogie-woogie dance craze. The use of the word "bumper" in the title is a nod to the bouncy, driving rhythm of the song, which inspires the listener to move and groove.
The song is filled with playful and engaging lyrics that encourage the listener to let loose and enjoy themselves. Lines like "swingin' on the front porch/swingin' on the lawn" and "slide those sweet feet/left to right, up and down" evoke images of carefree abandon and joyous movement. The song is an invitation to let go of your inhibitions and get lost in the rhythm and energy of the music.
Line by Line Meaning
Alright boys, come on...yeah!
Okay guys, let's get started and create some excitement! Yeah, let's do this!
Alright kid...bring it on down now!
Good job, young man! Keep up the momentum and bring the energy level down a notch.
Well if you wanna hear the boogie come on down
If you're in the mood for some lively entertainment, then you're in the right place! Join us and let's get grooving.
Bring your dancin' shoes, get ready to jump and shout
Be prepared to move your feet and express yourself through dance! Get ready to make some noise and have a good time.
Everybody's doin' it, the boogie boogie all night long
Everyone is joining in and participating in the boogie boogie dance all night long! It's a non-stop party.
I'm your boogie man, I'm gonna get ya if I can
I am the master of the boogie and I will make you dance, whether you like it or not! Let's have some fun together.
I want you, I need you, gotta have you child
I want to share this experience with you and I need you to come along to make this dance even more exciting! Let's make this happen together.
Till the sun comes up, we'll be doin' the boogie
We're not stopping anytime soon! We'll keep dancing and grooving until the sun comes up and the night is over.
So come on ev'rybody, gonna sing that boogie song
Let's all come together and sing the praises of the boogie song! It's a celebration of music, dance, and life.
Well I feel so good, I feel alright
I feel fantastic and everything is going great! I am ready to dance the night away with my friends and loved ones.
Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing
Written by: SCOTT MORRIS
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