Former members include Sorbara's ex-husband Dan Kurtz who moved from Brazil when he was 4, Joel Stouffer and Will Stapleton (who replaced original guitarist Simon Craig following the band's move to London). They originally formed in Toronto, Canada in 2005.
Originally called "The Fuzz", the band's first gigs were touring the USA as support act for Duran Duran. Since then the band have gone on to support other major UK acts including New Order, Basement Jaxx and the Sugababes. They have recently completed a series of headline gigs in small venues in the UK and Canada, and performed at the Glastonbury Festival 2007. Prior to signing their record contract, the Dragonette (EP) was independently released as promo only and the songs have gained the attention of many critics such as the popular music blog Popjustice where they were named the #1 pop act to look out for in 2007. The band share management with the Scissor Sisters.
On Thursday, February 08 2007, the video for the track "Jesus Doesn't Love Me", which was filmed in December 2006, leaked onto the internet, through the website MySpace and also Popjustice. The video has since been removed from MySpace, as it was not intended to be viewed at this point in time. A 'taster' of this video is currently available to watch on the band's official YouTube page.
In early February 2007 the band flew to Toronto to shoot a music video for their first single I Get Around. The single was initially set for release on 16th April. The date was later pushed back to 30th April. Despite heavy promotion from the band, it entered the UK singles chart at a disappointing #92. Many have attributed this to confusion as to when the single was actually released (at one point there were three conflicting 'release dates'), others claim it simply was not stocked in record shops anywhere outside of London. Also, the fact that I Get Around was at one time available to download for free from the band's website (back in 2005), and was previously released as part of the compilation album "Robopop" (back in 2006)], certainly did nothing to help its performance as a hit single in 2007.
In May 2007, the video for "Take It Like A Man" was leaked onto YouTube before the band had a chance to release it themselves. The second single was released on the 23 of July 2007. Their second single was another commercial disappointment, debuting at #122 on the UK Charts. Around this time a new track was sent out to DJs around the United Kingdom, a cover of Calvin Harris's single The Girls. Dragonette's version however, replaced the lyrics with "The Boys" - a re-working they had previously performed at London's Gay Pride 2007. On the promo CDs was written "Dragonette have something to say to Calvin Harris!" The song was leaked onto the internet. Later, a fan-video from YouTube appeared on Perez Hilton's famous blog. The song was also featured during a Nikki Hilton fashion show.
Galore was made available to download through the UK iTunes store on August 20, 2007. It was physically released on September 24 in Europe and Japan, and on the following day in Canada. The album reached #80 in the Canadian charts but failed to chart in the UK.
06 Get Lucky
Dragonette Lyrics
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Sometimes the rain goes and a rainbow?s all that?s left
We got lucky, hey, didn?t we, baby?
?Cause I like your head on my shoulder
I like the way you smile, the way you smile oh oh
We both think the weather?s getting better
So let?s get lucky, let?s go all the way
I found you seaside in the fog
I hadn?t tried a lot of looking for anything at all
The cloud cover of fog
All the hearts I'm gonna' love in the morning
And I like my head on your shoulder
I like the way you smile, the way you smile oh oh
And we both think the weather?s getting better
So let?s get lucky, let?s go all the way
All the way, get lucky
The weatherman says it?s wet and cloudy
Stay indoors, sit out the storm
It looks like this might be a quickie
Hey handsome, we got it good
Hey mister, we gone and done it
Just because we could
Because it?s cloudy out there
Staying in like we should
?Cause I like your head on my shoulder
Me I like the way you smile, the way you smile oh oh
And we both know the weather will get better
So let?s get lucky, let?s go all the way
Let?s get lucky, come on, go all the way
The lyrics to Dragonette's song "Get Lucky" are a celebration of two people who are happy and content with each other. The opening lines, "Sometimes the sun shines on us, Sometimes the rain goes and a rainbow's all that's left" set the stage for a song about enjoying the good times in life, and finding someone to share them with. The chorus repeats the phrase "We got lucky, hey, didn't we, baby?" emphasizing the idea that their happiness is due in part to chance, but also to the fact that they found each other.
The second verse further emphasizes this idea of chance encounters, as the singer describes finding their partner "seaside in the fog." The lyrics also mention the idea of "all the hearts I'm gonna' love in the morning" which could either refer to a promiscuous lifestyle or a positive attitude towards the future, suggesting that the singer is optimistic about future opportunities for love. The verse ends on a happy note, with the singer saying "Let's get lucky, let's go all the way" affirming their commitment to their partner and their desire to enjoy life together.
The final chorus repeats the same sentiment, "let's get lucky, let's go all the way" and reminds listeners that even if the weather is bad, they can still find happiness indoors with their loved ones. Overall, the song is a celebration of love and finding happiness in life's little moments.
Line by Line Meaning
Sometimes the sun shines on us
All too often life can be challenging, but we all have good days and moments where everything seems perfect.
Sometimes the rain goes and a rainbow?s all that?s left
Even when things seem bad, there?s a chance that something good will come out of it.
We got lucky, hey, didn?t we, baby?
Sometimes you don?t know how it happened, or why, but you just feel incredibly fortunate to have the people you love in your life.
?Cause I like your head on my shoulder
Physical contact and nurturing intimacy is important in any healthy relationship.
I like the way you smile, the way you smile oh oh
Smiling is infectious and really expresses how someone is feeling inside. It's easy to feel happy when the people around us are smiling.
We both think the weather?s getting better
Even when things are bad, it's important to stay optimistic and believe that things will get better soon.
So let?s get lucky, let?s go all the way
Let's make the most of the good things in life and never let go of the important people in our lives.
I found you seaside in the fog
Sometimes we find those most important to us in the least expected places.
I hadn't tried a lot of looking for anything at all
Sometimes the most important things in life happen when we least expect them, so it is important to remain open-minded and friendly to everyone we meet.
All the hearts I'm gonna' love in the morning
By staying open to love and new experiences, there is always something to look forward to, even when things seem bleak.
The cloud cover of fog
Sometimes the things we think are bad (like fog) turn out to be a blessing in disguise, like when it adds mystery and intrigue to the things we love.
All the way, get lucky
Everything in life needs to happen with determination and commitment.
The weatherman says it?s wet and cloudy
Sometimes we can rely too much on external forces or opinions to shape our experiences, when really we should just embrace the moment.
Stay indoors, sit out the storm
Sometimes the best thing to do when things seem bad is just to wait, be patient, and stay safe until it passes.
It looks like this might be a quickie
Often times, things we fear or dread are actually rather short-lived and ultimately not worth worrying about.
Hey handsome, we got it good
It's important to feel confident and happy in your relationship and to appreciate the many small blessings in life.
Hey mister, we gone and done it
Sometimes we achieve great things despite the odds or the challenges, and it's important to take a moment and appreciate those successes.
Just because we could
Sometimes we should do things not because we have to or should, but simply because we want to, and that's okay too.
Because it?s cloudy out there
Just because the world around us isn't perfect doesn't mean we can't make the most of our situations.
Staying in like we should
Sometimes the best thing to do is to stay home, relax, and surround ourselves with the people we love the most.
Me I like the way you smile, the way you smile oh oh
Smiles and laughter are important parts of any healthy relationship, and it's important to appreciate those moments when they occur.
And we both know the weather will get better
It's important to stay optimistic and hopeful even when things seem bleak, because nothing stays bad forever.
So let?s get lucky, let?s go all the way
Life is short, so it's important to make the most of the time we have and to always be appreciative of the people we love.
Let?s get lucky, come on, go all the way
Let's take a chance on love and life, and not be afraid to pursue the things that bring us happiness and joy.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: MARTINA SORBARA
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