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.
The Boys
Dragonette Lyrics
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I like them white boys
I like them asian boys
I like them mixed-race boys
I like them Spanish boys
I like Italian boys
I like them Brazilian boys
I like Puerto Rican boys
I like them short boys
I like them brown-haired boys
I like them blond boys
I like them big boys
I like them skinny boys
I even like those scrawny Scottish into pop music but not like sorta' like hot dance electric music
Baby, baby I've got a lot of love to give
But lately, lately, I'm oversubscribed with relationships
But you've got, you got, that special something I have seen before
But I must warn ya, that I can't help but play around for sure
(For sure for sure)
'Cause I got all the boys
I got all the boys
I got all the boys
I got all the boys
I got all the boys
I got all the boys
I got all the boys
I get all the boys
Maybe, maybe, I can learn to settle down one day
But right now, right now, I'm living life to mess around and play
So you got, you got, that special something that I've seen before
But I must warn ya, that I can't help but play around for sure
I've done it before
I get all the boys
I get all the boys
I get all the boys
I get all the boys
I get all the boys
I get all the boys
I get all the boys
I get all the boys
Hot dog, god damn, mmm, take a look at him
Hot dog, god damn, mmm, take a look at him
Hot dog, god damn, mmm, take a look at him
Hot dog, god damn, mmm, take a look at him
I like them tall boys
I like them short boys
I like them brown-haired boys
I like them blond boys
I like them big boys
I like them skinny boys
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Hey
I get all the boys
I get all the boys
I get all the boys
I get all the boys
I get all the boys
I get all the boys
I get all the boys
I get all the boys
I get all the boys
I get all the boys
I get all the boys
I get all the boys
I get all the boys
I get all the boys
I get all the boys
I get all the boys
I get all the boys
I get all the boys
I get all the boys
I get all the boys
The lyrics of Dragonette's song "The Boys" are about the singer's preference for men of different races and physical appearances. She declares that she likes black, white, Asian, mixed-race, Spanish, Italian, Brazilian, and Puerto Rican boys, as well as tall, short, brown-haired, blond, big, and skinny boys. The singer acknowledges that she is currently involved in multiple relationships and cannot commit to just one person. However, she is attracted to the special something that this particular man possesses, even if she can't help but play around. The chorus implies that the singer has a reputation for getting all the boys, which suggests that she is used to being desired and pursued by men.
The song can be interpreted in different ways. On one hand, it can be seen as a celebration of sexual freedom and the singer's right to explore her preferences without being labeled or judged. On the other hand, it can be viewed as a reflection of the hookup culture and the superficiality of relationships in the digital age, where commitment and emotional attachment are often overshadowed by physical attraction and instant gratification.
Overall, the lyrics of "The Boys" are catchy and upbeat, with a strong emphasis on the repetitive chorus that reinforces the singer's confident and playful attitude towards men.
Line by Line Meaning
I like them black boys
I am attracted to African American men
I like them white boys
I am attracted to Caucasian men
I like them asian boys
I am attracted to Asian men
I like them mixed-race boys
I am attracted to men of mixed race descent
I like them Spanish boys
I am attracted to men of Spanish descent
I like Italian boys
I am attracted to men of Italian descent
I like them Brazilian boys
I am attracted to men of Brazilian descent
I like Puerto Rican boys
I am attracted to men of Puerto Rican descent
I like them tall boys
I am attracted to tall men
I like them short boys
I am attracted to short men
I like them brown-haired boys
I am attracted to men with brown hair
I like them blond boys
I am attracted to men with blond hair
I like them big boys
I am attracted to larger men
I like them skinny boys
I am attracted to slender men
I even like those scrawny Scottish into pop music but not like sorta' like hot dance electric music
I am even attracted to thin Scottish men who are into pop music, but more specifically dance and electronic genres
Baby, baby I've got a lot of love to give
I am capable of giving a lot of love to someone
But lately, lately, I'm oversubscribed with relationships
I am currently involved in multiple romantic relationships
But you've got, you got, that special something I have seen before
I am intrigued by something unique about a particular individual
But I must warn ya, that I can't help but play around for sure
I feel the need to explore my attraction to other men despite being involved with someone
(For sure for sure)
This is something that I am sure about
'Cause I got all the boys
I am successful in attracting the men I am interested in
Maybe, maybe, I can learn to settle down one day
I am open to the possibility of settling down in the future
But right now, right now, I'm living life to mess around and play
I am currently focused on enjoying the dating scene without committing to anyone
I've done it before
I have been involved in multiple romantic relationships before
Hot dog, god damn, mmm, take a look at him
I am strongly attracted to a particular man
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Expression of excitement and enthusiasm
Hey
Expression of acknowledgement or greeting
I get all the boys
I am capable of attracting any man I desire
Contributed by Josiah P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.