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.
Giddy Up
Dragonette Lyrics
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Check my pulse just to feel the beat
I’ve got to get goin’, put my trousers on
Keep the bed weight off my feet
I’m thinkin’ who can I call home? But everyone’s all gone
I’ll flip the animal week
I’m feelin’ that sour as a gally burd
For reasons known should have I staid home
Giddy up
Tu ru tu tu ru tu tu ru tu tu tu
Come man giddy up
Tu ru tu tu ru tu tu ru tu tu tu
Let’s get it up now, how much my homie like to
It’s a banner, it’s useless
So I’m off to war
You sendin’ a homie like do it
'Cause I’m in the mood bit
Fightin’ this war
Let’s giddy up all out the door
I get stuck like a shoe in the mud
Like I do it, I try to be cool
And I got the one, it’s a waste of number
Sometimes I’m gonna play the fool
I wanna be tough, show some muscle
Here it comes, out of the blue
That bulldozer just rolls me over
So alright, do it all the night
Now giddy up
Tu ru tu tu ru tu tu ru tu tu tu
Come man giddy up
Tu ru tu tu ru tu tu ru tu tu tu
So get it up now, how much my homie like to
It’s a banner, it’s useless
So I’m off to war
You sendin’ a homie like do it
'Cause I’m in the mood bit
Fightin’ this war
How much my homie like do it it it it
My homie like do it it it it
You sendin’ a homie like do it
‘Cause I’m in the mood bit
Fightin’ this war
Let’s giddy up all out the door
Tu ru tu tu ru tu tu ru tu tu tu
Tu ru tu tu ru tu tu ru tu tu tu
Tu ru tu tu ru tu tu ru tu tu tu
Tu ru tu tu ru tu tu ru tu tu tu
Aah ya ya
Voulez vous come so many closer?
Tu ru tu tu ru tu tu ru tu tu tu
‘Cause I already go
I bring the fire to the club
Let it go, let it go
Aah ya ya
Voulez vous come so many closer?
Tu ru tu tu ru tu tu ru tu tu tu
‘Cause I already go
I bring the fire to the club
Let it go, let it go
So get it up now, how much my homie like to
It’s a banner, it’s useless
So I’m off to war
You sendin’ a homie like do it
Cuz I’m in the mood bit
Fightin’ this war
How much my homie like do it it it it
My homie like do it it it it
You sendin’ a homie like do it
‘Cause I’m in the mood bit
Fightin’ this war
Let’s giddy up all out the door
Now giddy up all out the door
The lyrics to Dragonette's "Giddy Up" are about starting a new day but feeling sluggish and unmotivated. The singer wakes up with a half-empty cup and checks their pulse to feel alive. They struggle to get going and consider calling someone to help them out. However, everyone is unavailable, so the singer decides to take control and "flip the animal week," which could mean finding their sense of wildness or primal energy. The chorus urges the listener to "giddy up" and get moving, even if it feels like going to war. The singer admits to feeling stuck and sometimes playing the fool, but they also want to show their strength and muscle. The bridge includes French phrases, which add to the song's playful and energetic tone. Ultimately, the song presents a call to action to shake off any lethargy and embrace the day with enthusiasm.
Line by Line Meaning
I get up a half-empty cup
I wake up with low energy
Check my pulse just to feel the beat
I need to hype myself up for the day ahead
I’ve got to get goin’, put my trousers on
I need to get dressed and start my day
Keep the bed weight off my feet
I need to get out of bed and be productive
I’m thinkin’ who can I call home? But everyone’s all gone
I feel lonely and desire human connection
I’ll flip the animal week
I try to gather my inner strength and fight like an animal
I’m feelin’ that sour as a gally burd
I feel negative and down in the dumps
For reasons known should have I staid home
I regret not staying home and avoiding the day's challenges
Giddy up
Get ready and energized
Tu ru tu tu ru tu tu ru tu tu tu
Nonsensical lyrics to match the up-tempo beat
Let’s get it up now, how much my homie like to
Let's get motivated and see how much we can achieve
It’s a banner, it’s useless
Empty gestures and meaningless actions
So I’m off to war
I need to fight and overcome my obstacles
You sendin’ a homie like do it
You're motivating me to take action
'Cause I’m in the mood bit
I'm feeling ready and motivated to tackle challenges
Fightin’ this war
Fighting against the challenges in my life
I get stuck like a shoe in the mud
I feel trapped and unable to move forward
Like I do it, I try to be cool
I try to remain calm and collected
And I got the one, it’s a waste of number
I only have one shot and I don't want to waste it
Sometimes I’m gonna play the fool
Sometimes I'll make mistakes or take risks
I wanna be tough, show some muscle
I want to be strong and resilient
Here it comes, out of the blue
Challenges come unexpectedly
That bulldozer just rolls me over
I feel overwhelmed and defeated
So alright, do it all the night
I'm determined to persevere and work hard all night if I have to
Aah ya ya
Nonsensical lyrics to match the up-tempo beat
Voulez vous come so many closer?
Do you want to come closer?
I bring the fire to the club
I bring energy and excitement to a party or gathering
Let it go, let it go
Let yourself be free and have fun
Now giddy up all out the door
Get energized and get out there to tackle your challenges
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: RENE, DAN KURTZ, MARTINA SORBARA
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Drew Disaster
I heard this song playing in a store and spent forever trying to find it. The beat is so cute and addictive.
motorcop505
This song is fantastic! Thank God for Dragonette and for updating synth pop for the new century.
Augustus7669
I love this song. Especially the whole minute + that's cut off the end of this.
Vince O.
First favorite song I loved on the album, so glad it's a single.
Danny May
One of my favourite Dragonette songs! <3
Ellie Julier
I played this song every morning for about a month last fall after a breakup--I don't think I would have ever left the house otherwise. Still makes me so happy!
HeadDockta
How does this song not have a million hits already?! It's SO good..
purpletoe4
This is my favorite track on the album :)
nikthebeastmode
This song is made of pure happiness. I cannot be sad when listening to this.
Christopher Johnson
I'm surprised Dragonette hasn't been shopped around by Hollywood to use in movies and television more. This song strikes me as a soundtrack song big time. Like some inspirational girl-comedy, or one of those Pixar animal movies or something. Super up-beat and catchy.