While Calyx & TeeBee’s first collaborations emerged in 2004, their history and friendship dates back to 1998 when they were introduced as label-mates of the legendary Moving Shadow imprint. In the following years the two artists accumulated astounding solo back-catalogues of releases on a glittering array of D&B’s most respected labels.
When Calyx and TeeBee finally decided it was time to work together in the studio, the first tracks they produced (‘Follow The Leader’ and ‘Cyclone’) were highly acclaimed by the music press. Both tracks featured on Calyx’s debut album ‘No Turning Back’ and were picked up by Rockstar who used them as the soundtrack for a global TV campaign advertising the colossal ‘Midnight Club’ computer games series.
Following this huge joint success Calyx and TeeBee produced one of the landmark releases of 2006: ‘The Quest’ released on TeeBee’s renowned Subtitles label. In the same year the pair also penned ‘The Shape Of Things To Come’ for Renegade Hardware’s 10 year anniversary album before deciding to embark on the long journey of producing a collaborative album.
Now officially a duet Calyx & TeeBee launched Momentum Music which marked its first release with their debut long player. The ‘Anatomy’ LP proved to be one of the most highly anticipated albums in D&B for years, gaining massive support from the scene’s big players and topping sales charts for months.
‘Anatomy’ was a game changer, and following its release Calyx & TeeBee decided to embark on non-stop tours across the globe, venturing into joint DJ sets featuring 6 decks and 2 mixers with both DJs in action simultaneously. Meanwhile the duo started to lay groundwork for their follow-up LP which would see them take five years to complete.
Fast forward to 2012 and Calyx & TeeBee are now set to unveil the kaleidoscopic array of new music that they have been building up in that time. Embracing the new possibilities that the bass music revolution has opened up, Calyx & TeeBee’s current musical perspective covers a range of styles and sounds that threaten to change the game once again.
Their sophomore album is set for release on Ram Records, arguably the biggest and most respected drum & bass label in the world and a leading light in the multi-genre bass music scene.
Scavenger
Calyx & TeeBee Lyrics
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So I get it all
I wanna eat the whole cake
I'm not sharing [x2]
You should have learned how to bake
Yes I want it all
So I get it all
I'm not sharing [x2]
You should have learned bitches love cake!
Decisions, but I want it all
So I get it all
I wanna eat the whole cake
I'm not sharing [x2]
You should have learned how to bake
Yes I want it all
So I get it all
I wanna eat the whole cake
I'm not sharing [x2]
You should have learned how to bake
Decisions, between a family or a porn star
I'm alive for sports cars, live it or die whole bar
Headache for my management, gossip columns resident
Your mom and dad might hate me
But in five years I'm the president
I wanna girl, I get her, and I get her friend
Five girls singing in my bedroom, start my own band
They love me in my peak, but this love is fake
Everyday's my birthday, 'cause bitches love cake
Decisions, but I want it all
So I get it all
I wanna eat the whole cake
I'm not sharing [x2]
You should have learned how to bake
Yes I want it all
So I get it all
I wanna eat the whole cake
I'm not sharing [x2]
You should have learned bitches love cake!
The lyrics of Calyx & TeeBee's "Scavenger" speak of the desire to have everything in life, without having to share or compromise with others. The singer is willing to make difficult decisions, whether it's between family or a porn star, in order to pursue a life of luxury and indulgence. The imagery of cake is used as a metaphor for the good things in life, and the singer wants to eat the whole cake without any regard for others.
The line "Your mom and dad might hate me, but in five years I'm the president" suggests that the singer is willing to sacrifice personal relationships and backlash for the sake of ambition. The chorus repeats the phrase "I'm not sharing" to emphasize the singer's selfish desires, and the final line "you should have learned bitches love cake" is a taunt directed at those who did not have the means or the drive to achieve the same level of success.
Overall, "Scavenger" is a commentary on the pursuit of material wealth and the sacrifices that come with it. The lyrics paint a picture of a life driven by selfishness and ambition, and the desire to have it all without any compromise or regard for others.
Line by Line Meaning
Decisions, but I want it all
There are choices to make, but I want to have everything I desire.
So I get it all
I will do what it takes to have everything I want.
I wanna eat the whole cake
I want to have all the perks and benefits without sharing them with anyone else.
I'm not sharing [x2]
I refuse to share anything with anyone, especially not something I worked hard for.
You should have learned how to bake
If you wanted a slice of my success, you should have learned how to create it yourself.
Decisions, between a family or a porn star
I am faced with a decision between a stable family life or the exciting lifestyle of a porn star.
I'm alive for sports cars, live it or die whole bar
I am living my life for the luxurious material things, and I will do anything to indulge in them.
Headache for my management, gossip columns resident
My management is constantly stressed because of my controversial lifestyle, and I am frequently mentioned in gossip columns.
Your mom and dad might hate me
Your parents might disapprove of me for my behavior and values.
But in five years I'm the president
Despite the backlash I receive now, I have big plans for the future that will make me incredibly successful and powerful.
I wanna girl, I get her, and I get her friend
I have the power to attract and win over any woman, and even her friends.
Five girls singing in my bedroom, start my own band
I have so many women in my life that I could form my own band with them.
They love me in my peak, but this love is fake
People only love me when I am at the height of my success, but their affection is not genuine or lasting.
Everyday's my birthday, 'cause bitches love cake
Every day feels like a celebration to me because I have many women who adore me, and they do so because I have the resources to give them everything they want.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: MARC SHAIMAN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
T00n Visi0n
The BEST Calyx & TeeBee track is now 10 years old! I have always loved Scavenger mostly for the nostalgic introduction 0:00 absolutely love the vibe! Now this track to me represents 2012! Calyx & TeeBee were ahead of their time with this one, and this was their debut to UKF Drum and Bass too! How far these two have come...
Mezpharite
It's good to know that both Calyx & TeeBee are still producing. They are the beasts when it comes to DnB. :)
rolandnguyen
Here we are 9 years later :)
theskilledwon
not only that, theyre really hitting their stride w/ these releases on RAM...truly top notch tunes...
Lupy
Nice track, I love it!
jamescrowther1234
THIS IS CLASS UKF, THANK YOU FOR THE RAW MADNESS
yungbird
Good to see that the old neurofunk sound is alive and kicking :D
YankiEBubbAAussiE
This has such a Trance/Progressive Trance feel to it. Love it!
anoTHErDrummer
I freaking loved the build up, disappointed by the drop but listened all the way through and it's a great song :)
Synophrys Gaming
First listened to these guy's in Midnight Club 3, Followed them ever since. Just brilliant.