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.
You & Me & The Bottle Makes 3 Tonight: Baby
Big Bad Voodoo Daddy Lyrics
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That now's as good as any to start drinking
Hey Scotty...Yeah...What's it gonna be
A gin & tonic sounds might mighty good to me
Man I know I gotta go it's the same thing every time
But I don't think another drinks' gonna make me lose my mind
So I think about my next drink
Well I know this cat named Moe
He wanders to and fro
His and my favorite waterin' hole
I said Hey Moe, how you doing, where have you been
He said, I've been fine with my whiskey, wine and gin
Man I know I gotta go it's the same thing every time
But I don't think another drinks' gonna make me lose my mind
So I think about my next drink
And it's you & me and the bottle makes 3 tonight
The lyrics to "You & Me & The Bottle Makes 3 Tonight: Baby" by Big Bad Voodoo Daddy is a song about social drinking and the desire to indulge in alcohol. The song begins with the singer addressing two of his friends, Jack and Scotty, asking them what they want to drink. He acknowledges that he needs to leave soon, but believes that having one more drink won't cause him to lose his mind. As he contemplates his next drink, he realizes that it will be him and the bottle of alcohol, emphasizing the central theme of the song.
Throughout the song, the lyrics speak to the social aspect of drinking, and how it is a common activity for many people. The lyrics also discuss the struggles of alcoholism, with the singer acknowledging that he has a problem but is still tempted to continue drinking.
Overall, "You & Me & The Bottle Makes 3 Tonight: Baby" is a commentary on the social dynamics of drinking and an introspective look at the personal struggles of alcoholism, showcasing the different facets of this widely accepted practice.
Line by Line Meaning
Hey Jack...I know what your thinking
I can sense from your expression that you're considering having a drink
That now's as good as any to start drinking
You might as well drink now since there's no better time than the present
Hey Scotty...Yeah...What's it gonna be
Scotty, what drink are you planning to have?
A gin & tonic sounds might mighty good to me
I think a gin & tonic would be a fantastic choice of drink
Man I know I gotta go it's the same thing every time
I realize I should leave, but I often end up staying and having another drink
But I don't think another drinks' gonna make me lose my mind
Having another drink won't cause me to become irrational or lose control
So I think about my next drink
I start to consider what I'll have to drink next
And it's you & me and the bottle makes 3 tonight
We'll be having drinks together tonight and the bottle of alcohol will be the third member of our group
Well I know this cat named Moe
I know a person named Moe
He wanders to and fro
He moves around aimlessly
His and my favorite waterin' hole
The place where he and I like to go to drink
I said Hey Moe, how you doing, where have you been
I greeted Moe and asked him how he's doing and where he's been
He said, I've been fine with my whiskey, wine and gin
Moe responded that he's been doing alright while drinking whiskey, wine, and gin
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@IrishMike22
Still a frickin' jam in 2024 💯
@Fanatic_Foremem
"Wha'dya mean it's last call?
I JUST GOT HEEEEEEEEEEEERE"
That is the best way to end a song.
@johncunliffe350
Big up to Kirk Van Houten 😁 nice one bro
@invincibleunderthesun8545
This makes me wanna go bounty hunting in space with an old friend, a kid, a dog and a woman with attitude.
@carstutorial
Me too, I´m buying a spaceship. Ok... See you in space cowboy.
@kaveh-w-
@@carstutorial Spaceballs!
@amandamoon5825
Like early Space Quest computer games (:
@laurenparsons7012
This comment made me laugh & ask for a ride on your ship. LMAO
@aperez6775
Take me with you future man
@TheOnlyBootlegger
I played this song for my jazz band concert today. Such a good jam.