While working at a pawn shop in Austin, Joe Lewis first picked up the guitar. Shortly thereafter, Joe Lewis immersed himself in the local Red River blues/garage scene, recording and performing with Austin luminaries such as the Weary Boys and Walter Daniels. Upon the release of the 2005 Brian Salvi produced Black Joe Lewis and The Cold Breeze EP and the 2007 album Black Joe Lewis, both released on Italian label Shake Yo Ass Records, the band gained critical national acclaim and toured as openers for Spoon and Okkervil River in 2007.
The band signed to Lost Highway Records in 2008. Following the signing and performances at 2008's Lollapalooza and Austin City Limits Music Festival, Black Joe Lewis & the Honeybears released a four song EP on January 27, 2009.
Their debut album Tell 'Em What Your Name Is! was released on March 17, 2009. It was produced by Spoon's drummer Jim Eno.
Black Joe Lewis & the Honeybears have performed at music festivals including Bonnaroo, Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, Bumbershoot, Outside Lands Music and Arts Festival, Sasquatch! Music Festival, Wakarusa Music and Camping Festival, Musikfest, Latitude Festival, and Splendour in the Grass. The band has appeared on The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson, Late Show with David Letterman, Austin City Limits, and Later... with Jools Holland.
Black Joe Lewis & the Honeybears were featured in Echotone, a 2010 documentary about the Austin, Texas music scene.
On Aug 25, 2013, Joe Lewis stated on NPR that he was trying to shed the 'Honeybears' portion of the band's name, and had never intended for it to continue for so long
Booty City
Black Joe Lewis & The Honeybears Lyrics
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Right on everybody, won't you take me to Booty City
I got to tell everybody about all the things that I see here
This is the best that I ever had in my life...
Right on everybody, won′t you take me to Booty City
Right on everybody, won't you take me to Booty City
The lyrics of Black Joe Lewis & The Honeybears's song Booty City are a passionate call to be taken to a place filled with excitement, pleasure, and sensuality. The phrase "Booty City" is used as a metaphor for a place where there is an abundance of uninhibited and gratifying experiences. The singer describes Booty City as the best place he has ever been to in his life, implying that it is a utopia of sorts where any desire can be fulfilled.
The repeated use of the phrase "Right on everybody, won't you take me to Booty City" conveys a sense of urgency and a desire to be included in the revelry that is happening in Booty City. The lyrics suggest that this is a place that everyone must experience at least once, as there are things to see and experience that cannot be found elsewhere. The bold and assertive tone of the lyrics mirrors the raw energy and vigor of the music, creating a powerful and infectious call to arms.
In conclusion, Booty City is a symbolic and metaphorical representation of a place that is filled with desire and sensation, where the singer can let loose and experience the best moments of his life. The lyrics are an invitation to the listener to be a part of this experience and to discover the joy and excitement that can be found in Booty City.
Line by Line Meaning
Right on everybody, won′t you take me to Booty City
Hey everyone, let's go to Booty City together!
I got to tell everybody about all the things that I see here
I want to share all my experiences in Booty City with everyone!
This is the best that I ever had in my life...
Being in Booty City is the most amazing thing that has ever happened to me!
Right on everybody, won′t you take me to Booty City
Hey everyone, let's go to Booty City together!
Writer(s): Joe Lewis, William Stevenson
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