Chromeo is an electrofunk duo based in Montreal, Canada and New York City. … Read Full Bio ↴Chromeo is an electrofunk duo based in Montreal, Canada and New York City. They are P-Thugg (Patrick Gemayel) on keyboards, synthesizers and talk box, and Dave 1 (David Macklovitch) on guitar and lead vocals. The two were best friends since childhood and officially formed the band in 2002. They describe themselves as the only successful Arab/Jewish collaboration since the beginning of time.

David Macklovitch is currently earning his Ph.D in French literature from Columbia University, where he also teaches undergraduate French classes.

Highlights of their 2004 debut album She's In Control include club tracks Needy Girl, Mercury Tears, Rage!, and Destination: Overdrive. In 2005, Chromeo released a mix CD of funky dance tracks on Eskimo Belgium records entitled Un Joli Mix Pour Toi (A Pretty Mix For You). During early 2007 Chromeo supported indie rock group Bloc Party on their British tour.

Their second album "Fancy Footwork", produced by Chromeo themselves with the help of Tiga and mixed by Philippe Zdar from Cassius, was released on June 26th, 2007.

The album took them on a two-year world tour performing in festivals such as Glastonbury, Reading and Leeds in the UK, Fujirock in Japan, Iceland Airwaves in Iceland, Pemberton Music Festival in Canada and Coachella, Bonnaroo, Rothbury Festival and Lollapalooza in the US.

Chromeo contributed to K7's mixed series titled DJ-Kicks: Chromeo. In summer 2010 the track ' Fancy Footwork' was used as the sound track for a VO5 Extreme Hair Gel advertisement in the UK. The YouTube video of the original release in 2008 had over 666,000 hits by late July 2010.

Chromeo released their third studio album entitled "Business Casual" on September 14, 2010.

Their song " Don't Turn The Lights On" is featured on the video game FIFA 11 exposing them to a new group of listeners. In 2011 the same song was also featured on the video game Dirt3. Their song Bonified Lovin (Yuksek remix) is also on the video game FIFA 09.

At the beginning of March 2011, Chromeo sent out notice that it had recorded the "world's smallest album," entitled Drive Time, which consists of 55 songs in only 183 seconds. About a week later, it was revealed that Drive Time is actually a free musical Nokia Own Voice satellite navigation pack for Ovi Maps, made for usage with Nokia's compatible cell phones. A red vinyl 5" single consisting of regular, instrumental and a cappella versions of "Turn Left" and "Follow" was released to promote it, with a sticker on the shrink wrap saying that it was a numbered limited edition of 40 copies.

Trivia:
Guitarist and lead singer David Macklovitch is the older brother of A-Trak (Alain Macklovitch), who in 1997 was the youngest-ever winner of the DMC World DJ Championship and is currently Kanye West's tour DJ.

Macklovitch is currently earning his Ph.D in French Literature from Columbia University.

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Old 45s
Chromeo Lyrics

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Dudes'll step to you with a corny line
Asking for your name, saying, "what's your sign?"
You turn around like, "boy, quit talking to me"
Yeah

He could pick you up in a limousine
You'd look back like, "what you mean?"
Just worry about more important things

Boys are non-committal
Always in the middle
It bothers you a little
Bothers you a little
Why can't we be like mom and dad?

You don't wanna settle
But didn't you get the memo?
You only get a date if you're walking in stilettos
This is enough to drive you mad

If you think romance is dead and gone
Find an old jukebox full of 45s
Pop a nickel in it and it all comes back

If you think romance is dead and gone
Find an old jukebox full of 45s
Pop a nickel in it and it all comes back to me

If you think romance is dead and gone
Find an old jukebox full of 45s
Pop a nickel in it and it all comes back to me

If you think romance is dead and gone
Find an old jukebox full of 45s

Pop a nickel in it and dance with me

You're out of luck, maybe out of touch
You only see schmucks
And you've really had enough
It's not adding up and you just don't understand

A straight shooter, he's a straight shooter
Cut to the chase and he asked if he could do ya
P.S. he had a ring on his left hand

Boys are non-committal
Always in the middle
It bothers you a little
It bothers you a little
Why can't we be like mom and dad?

You don't wanna settle
But didn't you get the memo?
You only get a date if you're walking in stilettos
This is enough to drive you mad

If you think romance is dead and gone
Find an old jukebox full of 45s
Pop a nickel in it and it all comes back

If you think romance is dead and gone
Find an old jukebox full of 45s
Pop a nickel in it and it all comes back to me

If you think romance is dead and gone
Find an old jukebox full of 45s
Pop a nickel in it and it all comes back to me

If you think romance is dead and gone
Find an old jukebox full of 45s
Pop a nickel in it and dance with me

If you think romance is dead and gone
Find an old jukebox full of 45s
Pop a nickel in it and it all comes back

If you think romance is dead and gone
Find an old jukebox full of 45s
Pop a nickel in it and dance with me

Overall Meaning

The song "Old 45's" by Chromeo is a commentary on how difficult it can be to find genuine romance in today's society. The lyrics depict the frustration that many people feel as they try to navigate the dating world, where individuals often play games and are not truly committed to any one person.

The first verse describes a scenario where a man tries to pick up a woman using a cheesy pickup line, but she quickly shuts him down. The singer then laments the fact that many men seem non-committal and indecisive, which can be frustrating for someone seeking a real connection. The second verse tells the story of a woman who meets a seemingly great guy, but discovers that he is already married. The song concludes with the repeated refrain of "If you think romance is dead and gone, find an old jukebox full of 45s. Pop a nickel in it and dance with me," suggesting that the simplicity and nostalgia of old-fashioned courtship can bring people together in a more authentic way.

Line by Line Meaning

Dudes'll step to you with a corny line
Men will try to approach you with cliché pick-up lines

Asking for your name, saying, "what's your sign?"
They'll ask for your name and astrological sign

You turn around like, "boy, quit talking to me"
But you'll turn away and dismiss them

He could pick you up in a limousine
Even if someone tried to impress you with a fancier ride

You'd look back like, "what you mean?"
You would still question their intentions

Just worry about more important things
You advise them to focus on matters that actually matter

Boys are non-committal
Guys tend to have commitment issues

Always in the middle
They can never seem to make up their mind

It bothers you a little
This behavior troubles you somewhat

Why can't we be like mom and dad?
You long for a relationship like your parents'

You don't wanna settle
You don't want to compromise on what you truly want

But didn't you get the memo?
However, reality says otherwise

You only get a date if you're walking in stilettos
People only seem to notice you if you dress a certain way

This is enough to drive you mad
This situation drives you crazy

If you think romance is dead and gone
If you've lost faith in love

Find an old jukebox full of 45s
Find a vintage jukebox filled with old records

Pop a nickel in it and it all comes back
Insert a coin, and memories and emotions flood back

If you think romance is dead and gone
If you still believe in love

Pop a nickel in it and it all comes back to me
Insert a coin, and it will remind you of me

You're out of luck, maybe out of touch
You may be having a streak of bad luck, or be disconnected from society's norms

You only see schmucks
You only see unworthy, uninteresting people

And you've really had enough
You have reached your limit

It's not adding up and you just don't understand
You cannot comprehend why things don't work out

A straight shooter, he's a straight shooter
A man who is upfront and honest with his intentions

Cut to the chase and he asked if he could do ya
He directly asks if he can have sex with you

P.S. he had a ring on his left hand
But he is already married