1. Chicks was a … Read Full Bio ↴There are at least two bands with the name Chicks:
1. Chicks was a band from Brisbane in Australia formed in the mid 1970s, originally called Chicks Incorporated. They drew inspiration from American disco, funk, soul and rock and were one of the first Australian all girl instrumental bands led by drummer Miriam Curtis and lead singer Safanya (previously a part of the Australian cast in Jesus Christ Superstar). Other members included Pamela Withnall on saxophone who eventually moved to Sydney to join The Party Girls and is still very active in the Australian jazz scene. The band attracted the attention of local audiences for their wild and charismatic performances featuring photogenic backup dancers who often overshadowed the instrumental ability of the band.
They signed with RCA Records in 1977 and released singles like "Jive To Stay Alive", "Movie Star", and "I'm On Fire". By 1980 they released their only album "Security" which was produced by Curtis and had songs written by top Brisbane based musicians Peter Moscos, Laurie Stone, David Bentley (who wrote the international hit "In A Broken Dream" for Python Lee Jackson featuring Rod Stewart), and Kenny Wheeler. The band had evolved into a mixed band but retained female lead vocals. Their last known recording was "Stormy Nights" for the "That's Queensland" album released by rock radio station 4IP (1008 AM).
2. Chicks were an all-girl Irish band comprising Isabel Reyes-Feeney (singing/bass), Annie Tierney (guitar) and Lucy Clarke (drums). By the time they had received their A-level results, they had already played at Reading Festival Summer 1999 and were two EP's old. Criminales, Coches, Pistoles Y Chicas (trans : Criminals, Cars, Guns and Girls), released on 22 June 1998 via Supremo, introduced the world to their unique mash of trash DC comic culture and melodic buzz saw garage - the record was Radio One's Steve Lamacq's "Priority Record of The Week" and "Let Me Go" found regular daytime plays in the hands of Jo Whiley and Mark Radcliffe. On Whiley's invitation, Chicks played the last show of her Channel 4 series - the public's first view of their Manga meets thriftshop glitterball splendour. "Schoolgirls turn popstars!!" features in everything from the NME to The News of The World began to appear and would stretch well into late '99.
Quick on the pick-up, the likes of Sonic Youth, Manic Street Preachers and Fun Lovin' Criminals offered the girls support gigs and a 17-date Autumn UK tour in the company of Ash and Idlewild (only slightly their elder) was easily the most exciting show in every town it rolled over.
A talent scout for DreamWorks was at one of the Ash shows and was suitably impressed to offer them a two-album deal. After a several month courtship and consideration of a multitude of counter-offers, they accepted. To coincide with the tour, the track, "Feminist" appeared on the Ltd Fierce Panda EP, previous outlet for the talents of Ash, Placebo, Supergrass and Embrace. December '98 saw Chicks playing their first UK headline tour before joining Ash again in Dublin and Belfast for their Christmas shows.
1999 started even better: stars of the televised (C4) NME Brats show in London; Melody Maker January cover stars; "Daria" (an ode to the cult American cartoon ultra-ironist) was included on Melody Maker's cover-mounted CD of their 12 favourite bands in February; and a new 4-track EP, Little Monkeys With Lots Of Money was released on April 6. The Reading Festival in August was Chick's biggest test, but they more than proved their readiness for a world stage.
Chicks were then invited to record a cover version, Gary Glitter's "I Love You Love, Me Love" by the infamous Rodney Bingenheimer of KROQ fame for a glam rock tribute album. The album, Blockbuster: A 70's Glitter Glam Rock Experience, was issued via Robison Records and also featured The Donnas.
Plans were then hatched for the recording of their debut album, to be produced by Adam & Eve, (Neil & Jennifer from Royal Trux). 2000 saw Chicks fly to Philadelphia to Tongue & Groove Studios where they recorded arguably the finest debut album by an all girl rock'n'roll band ever. What has happened since Chicks Do Philly? Chicks returned to Dublin and recorded some more tracks. Tim Wheeler from Ash dropped in to play some some acoustic guitar on a couple of tracks. Chicks played what was their last shows as a four piece featuring Yvonne McClelland from Akira on second guitar December 2000 Wednesday 13th at The Shelter, Dublin and Thursday 14th at The Monarch, Camden, London.
With little enthusiasm from Dreamworks Records, Chicks asked to leave and very kindly Dreamworks returned the album. With the rights reverted to Chicks, “Chicks Do Philly” was supposed to see the light of day sometime early in 2002 but sadly never emerged. The album was lost for another 6 years but eventually found and released in 2008 when the master surfaced via their old manager. It is now available on Rambutan Records from Singapore.
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Let me go
Chicks Lyrics
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Such a long time ago
If I found you with another
Well I'd walk right out your door
Woah you might call me crazy
There's one thing you should know
Oh honey if you want me to love you
I know it's useless to be jealous
I couldn't tie you if I tried
When I'm thinking you're messin'
Around my back
It sure brings a pain I just can't hide
Oh baby, I've been true to you
And if I can make that sacrifice
Honey, you can do it too
Well, you come home drunk and nasty
You won't tell me where you've been
Just when things are nice and sweet
Your going back out again
Why do you want to mess up a good thing?
I'm gonna find me another man
One that wants to give me everything
Well I told you pretty baby
Such a long time ago
If I found you with another
Well, I'd walk right out the door
Woah, you might call me crazy
There's one thing you should know
Oh honey if you want me to love you
Got to give it up or let me go
Give it up or let me go
The lyrics to The Chicks' song "Let Me Go" explore the emotions of jealousy and mistrust in a romantic relationship. The song starts with the singer telling their significant other that they had warned them before that if they were caught with another person, the singer would leave. Although the lyrics may seem harsh, it reflects the singer's desire for respect and trust from their partner, and they don't want to waste their time in a relationship filled with mistrust.
The chorus emphasizes this theme of respecting each other's feelings and decisions. The singer says that if the other person wants their love, they need to either give it their all, or they must let the singer go. Essentially, the singer is telling their partner that they need to make a decision - they should either commit fully to the relationship, or else it's not worth the effort.
Throughout the song, the singer expresses frustration with their partner's actions - from coming home intoxicated and refusing to communicate, to being secretive about their whereabouts. The final verse hints at the singer's decision to leave, and the idea that they will find someone who will give them the love and respect they deserve.
Overall, "Let Me Go" is a powerful song about standing up for oneself and seeking out healthy relationships built on mutual trust and respect.
Line by Line Meaning
Well I told you pretty baby
The singer reminds her partner of a previous warning she gave them
Such a long time ago
It has been a considerable amount of time since she gave the warning
If I found you with another
The singer states the consequence of her partner's infidelity
Well I'd walk right out your door
She would leave the relationship immediately
Woah you might call me crazy
She acknowledges that her actions may be perceived as irrational
There's one thing you should know
Despite this, she emphasizes the importance of her statement
Oh honey if you want me to love you
The singer highlights the condition for her love
Got to give it up or let me go
Her partner must either stop cheating or end the relationship altogether
I know it's useless to be jealous
The singer admits the futility of feeling jealous
I couldn't tie you if I tried
She recognizes that she cannot control her partner's actions
When I'm thinking you're messin'
The singer expresses her suspicion of her partner's infidelity
Around my back
She suspects that her partner is cheating behind her back
It sure brings a pain I just can't hide
The singer acknowledges the emotional pain caused by her partner's actions
Oh baby, I've been true to you
She reminds her partner of her loyalty
And if I can make that sacrifice
She suggests that if she can be faithful, so can her partner
Honey, you can do it too
She encourages her partner to remain faithful as well
Well, you come home drunk and nasty
The singer describes her partner's negative behavior
You won't tell me where you've been
She highlights her partner's unwillingness to be transparent about their actions
Just when things are nice and sweet
The singer reveals that her partner's behavior only worsens when things are going well
Your going back out again
Her partner continues to engage in questionable behavior despite their relationship troubles
Why do you want to mess up a good thing?
The singer questions why her partner would ruin a positive situation
I'm gonna find me another man
She states her intention to leave the relationship and find someone else
One that wants to give me everything
She desires a partner who will fully commit to her
Give it up or let me go
The chorus reiterates the choice that the singer's partner must make
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: BONNIE RAITT
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@wira1
This band knows how to make country music sounds so modern yet still classic.
@billdoty6438
Greatest band ever
@vangoozenmusic2206
Dude! Came for the title. Stayed for the dang talent!
@dobazajr
Love this country blues music.
@MartinHCollection
I love that dobro solos!!!
@jasoncarpp7742
Awesome song! I've been listening since they were called the "Dixie" Chicks. I loved 'em then, and I still love 'em today.
@russellcrea9701
Any folks that like this should listen to Bonnie Raitt doing it on her 1972 studio album Give it Up.
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