David became an apprentice to the late Ken Morris, a master craftsman known for his copper work and carnival designs. He still paints today and in fact he sees himself more as an artist rather than an entertainer.
David, along with Charlie's Roots, produces and performs for the Carnival productions of, what is arguably, the most innovative and controversial Carnival artist ever - Peter Minshall. Minshall's designs have been used in many major events, the most notable being the Barcelona Olympics of 1990 and most recently The Atlanta Olympics in 1996. Over the years Rudder's music has become intertwined with the yearly Minshall's theatric bands.
Bacchanal Lady
David Rudder Lyrics
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And everything you dream she'll be
Her lips could being love water to your mouth
She's a bacchanal lady
She will infect you with her ramajay
Melt you like a noon day sun
Take you status symbol high away
She'll mix your milk with puncheon rum
She's Bacchanal lady
Sweet scandal when she walk
Bacchanal lady
Real magic when she talk
Bacchanal woman
Wont you come
And wont you make some love to me
She ain't no rum and coca cola gyal
Don't try to fool she with no jive
If you want to break down in she carnival
You talk strong
You'll stay alive
She neither here nor there, she's everywhere
Them people say she is a tramp
But when she catch them in she atmosphere
She go shame them, sinful scamps
She's bacchanal lady
What it is you hide behind your eyes
Bacchanal Lady
Come and fill me with your sweet surprise
Bacchanal woman, woman wont you come
And wont you make some love to me
Bacchanal ay,
A bacchanal uh
A bacchanal ay
A bacchanal you
A Bacchanal me
A bacchanal, a bacchanal
A bacchanal, a bacchanal
A bacchanal, a bacchanal woman
Sweet scandal when she walk
Bacchanal woman
Such magic when she talk
Bacchanal woman woman woman
Wont you come
And wont you make some love to me
Bacchanal ay,
A bacchanal uh
A bacchanal ay
A bacchanal you
A Bacchanal me
A bacchanal, a bacchanal
A bacchanal, a bacchanal
A bacchanal, a bacchanal woman
Sweet scandal when she walk
Bacchanal Woman
Listen to the woman when she talk
Bacchanal Woman woman
Wont you come
And wont you make some love to me
Bacchanal ay,
A bacchanal uh
A bacchanal ay
A bacchanal uh
A Bacchanal uh
A bacchanal, a bacchanal
A bacchanal, a bacchanal
A bacchanal, a bacchanal woman
what it is you hide behind your eyes
Bacchanal woman
Come and hit me with your sweet surprise
Bacchen woman
Wont you come
And wont you make some love to me -
The lyrics of David Rudder's song "Bacchanal Lady" describe a woman who exudes sensuality, pleasure, and excitement. The song sets the scene of a carnival or party atmosphere, where the Bacchanal Lady is the center of attention. The song makes reference to her ability to intoxicate with her "ramajay" or wild behavior, and how she could potentially bring out the wild side in those around her. The song emphasizes the Bacchanal Lady's power, as she is neither here nor there, but everywhere - and can seemingly control those in her presence.
The lyrics also depict the Bacchanal Lady as being misunderstood or judged by others, who see her as a tramp. However, when they enter her "atmosphere," she can shame them for their sinful ways. The song seems to celebrate the Bacchanal Lady, as she is a force to be reckoned with, and knows what she wants.
Overall, "Bacchanal Lady" is a lively and upbeat song that celebrates sensuality and pleasure, particularly in the context of a festive atmosphere. The Bacchanal Lady is depicted as a powerful and alluring figure who can command attention and perhaps even control those around her.
Line by Line Meaning
She's everything you think she's all about
She is exactly who you imagine her to be
And everything you dream she'll be
She also fulfills all of your wildest dreams
Her lips could bring love water to your mouth
She has the ability to make you feel loved and desired
She's a bacchanal lady
She is a woman who loves wild parties and revelry
She will infect you with her ramajay
Her energy and enthusiasm for life are contagious
Melt you like a noon day sun
Her beauty and charm will captivate you completely
Take you status symbol high away
She will make you forget about your material possessions and focus on the moment
She'll mix your milk with puncheon rum
She will introduce you to new experiences and ways of living
She ain't no rum and coca cola gyal
She is not a typical, conventional woman
Don't try to fool she with no jive
She can tell when someone is not being genuine with her
If you want to break down in she carnival
If you want to party like she does
You talk strong
You need to be confident and assertive
You'll stay alive
If you can keep up with her, you'll have a great time
She neither here nor there, she's everywhere
She is not bound by societal norms or expectations
Them people say she is a tramp
Some people may judge her for her lifestyle
But when she catch them in she atmosphere
But when they are around her, they cannot resist her charm
She go shame them, sinful scamps
She will make them feel embarrassed for judging her
What it is you hide behind your eyes
What are you really thinking and feeling?
Come and fill me with your sweet surprise
Come and show me something new and exciting
Bacchanal ay,
A wild, fun party
A bacchanal uh
Another way of describing the party atmosphere
A Bacchanal me
She brings out the wild side in me
Bacchanal woman
A woman who loves to party and have fun
Sweet scandal when she walk
People can't help but be intrigued by her
Such magic when she talk
Her words have a powerful effect on those around her
Listen to the woman when she talk
Pay attention to what she has to say
Bacchanal Woman woman
Another way of describing the woman who loves to party
Come and hit me with your sweet surprise
Surprise me with something wonderful
Wont you come
Won't you join me in the party?
And wont you make some love to me
Let's enjoy each other's company in every way
Contributed by Luke M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@msfabulista
My childhood was full of David Rudder music. Best vibes!
@davidisaac2786
I am so glad to have been born when music was food to the soul
@AdvocateSpirit
Edwin Yearwood say when Krosfyah was starting out they use to DJ at parties. One party the owner said, ''Play what you want, but don't play no soca !''. So they decided to mash up the place with soca and they went straight to this song and the dance floor went from 20 people to full !
@socababy_88
HAAAAA!!!
@toastybuns1
Don't think we will ever have music like this again in Sweet Tnt
@DeutschNick
I'm 19 and I heard this song on the Jolly Rogers cruise in Barbados summer 2012. Wish music was this good nowadays.
@msfabulista
I’ve loved this song since I heard it as a child - over 20 years ago!
@miktaadheen6507
an icon of calypso and soca music.one of the sweetest voice ever.
@sylvansnagg856
Classics that lives on 💖💖🔥🔥
@NeeliAankhen
I was sooo lucky, I was in Trinidad in 1988, this was everywhere.