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 Know You Wrong
Big Bad Voodoo Daddy Lyrics
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And you could never be it,
Your eyes are always closed
You can't see beyond your nose
You know you wrong
(you know you wrong)
You know you wrong
(you know you wrong)
You know you wrong
(you know you wrong)
You know you wrong!
The girl that you just met's got you tied up like a pet
Got you coming got you going
Got you never ever knowin' that you wrong
Even though I know you love this song ,
You sit and sing it all day long.
It doesn't change a thing for me,
'Cause brother you will never see
At the end of the day
I can always hear you say
That nothing ever goes
Quite your way
You know you wrong
(you know you wrong)
You know you wrong
(you know you wrong)
You know you wrong
(you know you wrong)
I say I don't wanna fight, 'cause you are never right!
You know you wrong
(you know you wrong)
You know you wrong
The song "You Know You Wrong" by Big Bad Voodoo Daddy is about someone who is stubborn in their ways and won't listen to reason or others. The lyricist is frustrated with this person who doesn't take responsibility for their actions or see their faults. They try to explain to this person how they are wrong, but it seems like they are talking to a brick wall. The lyrics express a sense of hopelessness and defeat in trying to get through to this person, and the repeated chorus of "you know you wrong" emphasizes the frustration and futility in the situation.
The song also alludes to a romantic relationship where the person the lyrics are directed at is being controlled by their partner. The line "The girl that you just met's got you tied up like a pet" implies that this person is being manipulated and controlled by someone they have recently met. The lyrics suggest that this person is so infatuated with their partner that they are blind to their own faults.
Line by Line Meaning
Well I call it like I see it,
I am honest and straightforward about what I see and perceive.
And you could never be it,
You are incapable of being truthful and honest like me.
Your eyes are always closed
You intentionally turn a blind eye to the truth and refuse to see what's really going on.
You can't see beyond your nose
You lack the ability to think and see ahead to the future.
You know you wrong
You are aware that you are wrong.
(you know you wrong)
Repeated emphasis on the negative impact of the person's behavior.
I say I don't wanna fight, 'cause you are never right!
I would prefer not to argue because you always act unreasonably and dishonestly.
The girl that you just met's got you tied up like a pet
You are completely infatuated with someone who controls you like a pet and takes advantage of your lack of self-awareness.
Got you coming got you going
This person has led you on and made you feel like you need them constantly.
Got you never ever knowin' that you wrong
You are unaware and oblivious to the fact that you are being used and manipulated.
Even though I know you love this song ,
Despite being aware that you enjoy this song, it does not change my opinion of you or your actions.
You sit and sing it all day long.
You obsess over and repeat the same patterns of behavior that have led to your problems.
It doesn't change a thing for me,
Your behavior has no impact on my life or my opinion of you.
'Cause brother you will never see
You will never understand or acknowledge the reality of your situation.
At the end of the day
Ultimately, regardless of what happens or how you behave,
I can always hear you say
I know that you will always repeat the same excuses and lies.
That nothing ever goes
You always place blame on external factors instead of taking responsibility for your actions.
Quite your way
The reality is never quite what you expect or want it to be.
You know you wrong
You are aware that you are wrong.
(you know you wrong)
Repeated emphasis on the negative impact of the person's behavior.
I say I don't wanna fight, 'cause you are never right!
I would prefer not to argue because you always act unreasonably and dishonestly.
You know you wrong
You are aware that you are wrong.
(you know you wrong)
Repeated emphasis on the negative impact of the person's behavior.
Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing
Written by: SCOTTY A. MORRIS
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