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.
Who's That Creepin'?
Big Bad Voodoo Daddy Lyrics
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Who's that creepin' through my door?
You see I know lots and lots of folks around these parts
But I ain't never seen you before
I hear you creepin' through my kitchen
I hear you creepin' through my den
I'm startin' to get the shakes now
I'm sweatin' and shakin' goin' out of my head
I'm observing from my position underneath my bed
I'm swearin' and pleadin' to leave me be
If you leave Mr., and set me free I said
Who's that creepin' through my bedroom?
Who's that creepin' through my hall?
If you leave right now
And let me alone I promise you
I won't pick up that telephone no, no
The lyrics of Big Bad Voodoo Daddy's Who's That Creepin'? convey a sense of alarm and fear as the singer questions the person who has intruded into his space. The repeated question of "who's that creepin'" suggests that the person is trying to stealthily move around the singer's home. The singer acknowledges that he knows many people in his area, yet he doesn't recognize this person, which heightens his sense of unease. When the singer hears the intruder in his kitchen and den, he starts to panic.
As the fear escalates, the singer reveals that he has taken refuge under his bed, observing the unknown person's movements from a distance while pleading with them to leave him alone. The repetition of the phrase "leave me be" underscores the singer's desperation to be free from their grip. The final stanza of the song promises the intruder that if they leave, the singer won't call for help.
Overall, the song is a powerful depiction of the feeling of being trapped and helpless when a stranger enters your home. It conveys a sense of vulnerability and fear, as the singer grapples with the unknown.
Line by Line Meaning
Who's that creepin' through my window?
Asking about the identity of the person sneaking through the window
Who's that creepin' through my door?
Questioning the identity of the person entering through the door
You see I know lots and lots of folks around these parts
But I ain't never seen you before
Acknowledging familiarity with many people in the area but acknowledging unfamiliarity with the creeping person
I hear you creepin' through my kitchen
I hear you creepin' through my den
I'm startin' to get the shakes now
Jack you see I don't know where you've been
Hearing the person sneaking and feeling anxious due to not knowing their background
I'm sweatin' and shakin' goin' out of my head
I'm observing from my position underneath my bed
I'm swearin' and pleadin' to leave me be
If you leave Mr., and set me free I said
Feeling extremely scared, hiding under the bed, and begging the person to leave
Who's that creepin' through my bedroom?
Who's that creepin' through my hall?
Questioning who is sneaking around in various parts of the house
If you leave right now
And let me alone I promise you
I won't pick up that telephone no, no
Promising not to call the police if the person leaves immediately and stops creeping around
Contributed by Brody T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.