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Stretching the parameters of acoustic swing, Caravan of Thieves has been winning immediate praise for their new and unique brand of gypsy flavored song writing and their high intensity show. The vocal harmonizing, acoustic guitar spanking husband and wife duo Fuzz and Carrie have now extended their family to include fiery violinist Ben Dean and double bass madman, Brian Anderson to complete their colorful vision.
Seeking inspiration from beyond the great divide, the quartet produces layers of Beatlesque vocals, driving rhythms, satirical, dramatic song writing and an overall circus of sound that can surely make for a party in your mouth.
Candy
Caravan of Thieves Lyrics
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It's clearly handy in my undoing, sure as I am standing here
Sunday I had candy which was one day I felt randy
But had no way of controlling, what I did till I saw Monday
Candy I'm addicted to you Candy
Now you've got me once again
Crazy from the haze I laid upon my little brain
Lazy cause I've given up on work and family
No one understands me and my candy
We're meant to be my candy and me
Candy I'm addicted to you Candy
Now you've got me
Gonna need a lick of honey stick
Gonna need another lick and make it quick
Gotta feel that syrup surfing through my veins
I don't wanna have a place to sleep
I don't wanna have a steak to eat
Lollipops and butterscotch and caramel and lemon drops
Jelly beans and jujubes and rummy cake stop!
My candy simply ran out
Now I'm strung out
And I sure could use a hand out
Don't let me stand out in the rain
I plan to be responsible and land another job
Until then can you, please lend me, a twenty for some
Candy I'm addicted to you candy
Now you've got me
Gonna need a lick of honey stick
Gonna need another lick and make it quick
Gotta feel that syrup surfing through my veins
I don't wanna have a place to sleep
I don't wanna have a steak to eat
Lollipops and butterscotch and caramel and lemon drops
Jelly beans and jujubes and rummy cake and sugar plum and laffy taffy, chewing gum
And chocolate covered stop!
The song "Candy" by Caravan of Thieves appears to be about addiction, specifically to candy or sweets. The lyrics depict the singer as being under the influence of candy, comparing it to brandy on their breath, and even leading them to feel "crazy from the haze" and neglectful of their responsibilities to work and family. The language used throughout the song lingers on the pleasure and sensory experience of eating sweets, with lines like "gonna need a lick of honey stick" and a list of various candy types at the end of the song.
The repeated refrain, "Candy I'm addicted to you Candy / Now you've got me," reinforces the idea that candy is controlling the singer and holding them in its grasp. The second verse introduces an idea of romantic attachment between the singer and the candy, with the lines "We're meant to be my candy and me / Candy I'm addicted to you Candy / Now you've got me." This personification of the candy as a lover or partner adds another layer to the theme of addiction, suggesting a deeper emotional connection to the substance.
Overall, "Candy" is a somewhat lighthearted song with a dark undertone, using the imagery and language of addiction to convey the power that sweets can have over us.
Line by Line Meaning
Candy in my hands could be like brandy on my breath
Holding onto candy is similar to holding onto a drink. Both have consequences on your behavior and health.
It's clearly handy in my undoing, sure as I am standing here
Even as I stand here now, I know that candy is contributing to my downfall.
Sunday I had candy which was one day I felt randy
I experienced arousal while eating candy on a Sunday, but I was unable to resist it.
But had no way of controlling, what I did till I saw Monday
I was unable to control myself when eating candy until the next day when Monday arrived.
Candy I'm addicted to you Candy
I am undeniably addicted to candy.
Now you've got me once again
Once again, I am under the control of candy and its addictive power.
Crazy from the haze I laid upon my little brain
I feel insane from the effects of the sugar in the candy that has affected my mind.
That was no match for this mighty batch of sweet superiority
The candy I consumed was too powerful for me to resist due to its superior sugary taste.
Lazy cause I've given up on work and family
I am feeling indifferent towards my work and family due to the addiction to candy.
No one understands me and my candy
No one can relate to or comprehend the relationship I have with candy and my addiction to it.
We're meant to be my candy and me
I feel like candy and I are meant to be together due to my uncontrollable addiction.
Gonna need a lick of honey stick
I am craving a sweet taste, and a honey stick may satisfy it for a moment.
Gonna need another lick and make it quick
I need another fix of the sweet taste and want to obtain it quickly.
Gotta feel that syrup surfing through my veins
I crave the feeling of the sugar in my bloodstream and the energy it gives me.
I don't wanna have a place to sleep
I would rather have candy than a comfortable place to sleep.
I don't wanna have a steak to eat
I would rather have candy than a filling meal like steak.
Lollipops and butterscotch and caramel and lemon drops
I am enticed by all different types of candy flavors and varieties.
Jelly beans and jujubes and rummy cake stop!
I will consume any type of candy, even cakes made with alcohol.
My candy simply ran out
I have run out of candy, and it has left me feeling desperate and helpless.
Now I'm strung out
I am experiencing withdrawal symptoms as a result of not having any candy.
And I sure could use a hand out
I am in need of help and support to overcome my addiction.
Don't let me stand out in the rain
I am feeling vulnerable and exposed, and in need of shelter and support.
I plan to be responsible and land another job
I intend to be responsible and find employment, but my addiction to candy is hindering my progress.
Until then can you, please lend me, a twenty for some
Can you please lend me twenty dollars so that I can buy some more candy?
And chocolate covered stop!
I am especially fond of chocolate-covered candy and will consume as much as I can get my hands on.
Contributed by Ellie G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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I honestly LOVE this song so much but my sister thinks I'm weird cuz she thinks of some Jeffrey Dahmer Stuff