1) Grady is a Southern rock band based in Austin, Texas. Grady originally consisted of Canadian vocalist and guitarist Gordie Johnson (known as Grady Johnson as part of the band), Canadian bass guitarist "Big" Ben Richardson, and Chris Layton on drums. Prior to Grady, Johnson was the frontman for Big Sugar, Layton was the drummer for Stevie Ray Vaughan & Double Trouble, and Richardson was with The Jeff Healey Band and The Phantoms in Toronto.
Grady often plays at The Continental Club in Austin, did an eight stop Canadian tour in March 2005, and appeared at the University of Regina to play a free show in September 2005. This was followed up by a full-length album called Y.U. So Shady?. The band released Hammer In My Hand as a single from the album, which was a moderate hit on Canadian radio, peaking at #14 on Canada's Rock chart in 2005. After the issue of a second album, A Cup of Cold Poison, Grady made two extensive tours to Canada early in 2008.
The band caught the attention of Jello Biafra of the Dead Kennedys who released Y.U. So Shady? in the United States.
Chris Layton was replaced on drums by Billy Maddox in early 2006. Maddox was also a veteran of the Austin music scene, having played with The Electromagnets, Alien Love Child and The Eric Johnson Band.
In 2006, Grady shot a video for Woman Got My Devil which was played in Canada on MuchMoreMusic. Produced by Michael Maxxis and directed by David Hogan, the video features Witchbaby from A&E's Rollergirls, as well as a number of other Rollergirls in supporting roles. It was shot in Luck, Texas, an 1800s Western town owned by Willie Nelson.
In 2007, Grady released their second album, entitled A Cup of Cold Poison, which was recorded at Willie Nelson's Pedernales Studio. The album features appearances by Willie Nelson, Alejandro Escovedo and Ron Hynes. The band released a single for You’re What’s Happening Baby.
In September 2007 drummer Billy Maddox left Grady due to a pre-existing health condition. The band began touring again in November 2007 with a new drummer, Nina "The Queena" Singh of Austin-based band Kitty Gordon.
Grady's next full-length album, Good As Dead, was released in Canada on C12 Records in 2009. The album contains a cover version of The Tragically Hip's Boots or Hearts, which Gordie Johnson described as "volatile", as well as the eponymous Good as Dead, penned by Johnson. The record showcases the "Cowboy Metal" sound and features backup vocals by drummer Nina Singh.
In April 2010, Gordie Johnson made his directorial debut when he wrote and directed the video for If I Was King on location in Texas. It is dedicated to Johnson's lifelong friend, comedian Eric Tunney.
Grady released the live DVD/CD Calling All My Demons during the tour in Fall 2010. Footage for the DVD was requested by Gordie Johnson from all in attendance at Grady's October 2009 show at the Pyramid Cabaret in Winnipeg, Manitoba. On Dec 27, 2010, Billy Maddox was killed in a tragic freak shooting in his house.
In August 2011 drummer Nina "The Queena" Singh left Grady to join Court Yard Hounds. Drummer Trinidad Leal from Dixie Witch has been working with the band since.
While considered an "American" band by location of establishment, most members of Grady are Canadians.
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2) Grady was a 90s pop rock band. They released one album Revolutions Per Minute in 2000 which nowadays consequently gets mixed up with Big Sugar's Revolution Per Minute released in 2011, Gordie Johnson's old and new band after reforming it in 2010.
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3) A male pop vocalist with an official Spotify profile: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6FmiNnTXQJTmOMAx4kB38R
9 to 5
Grady Lyrics
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i hope i don't act different
but you can quit that 9 to 5 and get some rest
sweetheart
get dressed i want to treat you
my darling
I'm obsessed with all your features
I'm glad we met when i was broke
I remember playing you all my shit in that stained up whip
all the speakers were blown out but you'd insist i made it loud
I just wanted to make you proud
and take you out
you didn't mind sleeping with me on the couch
so when my pocket's big and full
I hope I don't act different
but you can quit that 9 to 5 and get some rest
I won't have to wonder why you're here or if you like me
cause you've been kissing me goodnight since I didn't have a bed
take a bite out of that peach
drip juice on both my feet
I worked hard I pumped some iron
wrap my arms round you and squeeze
I earned each penny I pinch
these views do not come cheap
the world's so upside down
now there's stars living on my street
made money just spilling my feelings
fungi's been killing my demons
it's a pretty cool thing when you realize you got love and no-one can steal it
I've been sober and high as fuck
I've been broke and I've made a few bucks
it doesn't matter if you ain't got love but
I know you could be anywhere in this whole big world
And you choose to be right here, with me?
I know a blessing when I see one
I said I know a blessing when I see-
I won't have to wonder why you're here or if you like me
cause you've been kissing me goodnight since I didn't have a bed
cause you've been kissing me goodnight since I didn't have a bed
The lyrics of Grady's song "9 to 5" depict a deep sense of gratitude and appreciation for a partner who has supported and loved them through their journey of struggle and success. The song begins with a heartfelt acknowledgment of the fear of changing when one's financial situation improves. Grady hopes that despite having a full pocket, they will remain grounded and not let success change their character. They encourage their partner to quit their own 9 to 5 job and take some rest, indicating a desire to provide for them and create a better life together.
The next verse expresses the artist's affection and obsession for their partner's qualities and features. Grady recalls a time when they were broke and played their music in a worn-out car, with blown-out speakers. Despite the circumstances, their partner always insisted on listening and supporting them. Grady wanted to make their partner proud and take them out, even though they didn't mind sleeping on the couch. The lyrics capture the genuine love and bond between the two individuals, as the artist reflects on the early stages of their relationship.
The chorus repeats the sentiment of not wanting their newfound success to change their relationship dynamic. They yearn for their partner to quit their job and rest, as they no longer have to wonder why their partner is with them or if they truly love them. The verse following the chorus highlights the artist's hard work, resilience, and financial progression. They mention earning money by expressing their feelings through music and overcoming personal struggles. Grady acknowledges the importance of love, stating that having it is more valuable than material wealth.
The song concludes with a profound appreciation for their partner's decision to be with them. Grady recognizes the blessing of having someone choose to be by their side in a vast world and credits their partner for supporting and loving them, even in their most challenging times.
Line by Line Meaning
when my pocket's big and full
When I have a lot of money
i hope i don't act different
I hope I don't change my behavior
but you can quit that 9 to 5 and get some rest
You can leave your job and relax
sweetheart
My dear
get dressed i want to treat you
Put on nice clothes because I want to spoil you
my darling
My beloved
I'm obsessed with all your features
I am infatuated with every aspect of you
oh
Expression of surprise or delight
I'm glad we met when i was broke
I am grateful that we met when I had no money
I remember playing you all my shit in that stained up whip
I recall sharing all my music with you in my old, dirty car
all the speakers were blown out but you'd insist i made it loud
The car's speakers were damaged, but you encouraged me to turn up the volume
I just wanted to make you proud
All I wanted was to impress you
and take you out
And treat you to special outings
you didn't mind sleeping with me on the couch
You were fine with sleeping on the couch with me
so when my pocket's big and full
So when I have a lot of money
I hope I don't act different
I hope I don't change my behavior
but you can quit that 9 to 5 and get some rest
You can leave your job and relax
I won't have to wonder why you're here or if you like me
I won't have to question your presence or affection for me
cause you've been kissing me goodnight since I didn't have a bed
Because you have been kissing me goodnight when I didn't have a comfortable place to sleep
take a bite out of that peach
Enjoy that sweet fruit
drip juice on both my feet
Let its juice run over my feet
I worked hard I pumped some iron
I put in effort and exercised
wrap my arms round you and squeeze
Embrace you tightly
I earned each penny I pinch
I have worked for every bit of money I save
these views do not come cheap
These beautiful scenes are not easily attainable
the world's so upside down
The world is chaotic
now there's stars living on my street
Now famous people reside in my neighborhood
made money just spilling my feelings
I earned money by sharing my emotions
fungi's been killing my demons
My personal struggles have been overcome
it's a pretty cool thing when you realize you got love and no-one can steal it
It is a wonderful feeling when you discover you have love that cannot be taken away
I've been sober and high as fuck
I have experienced both sobriety and extreme intoxication
I've been broke and I've made a few bucks
I have been poor and I have made some money
it doesn't matter if you ain't got love but
It doesn't matter if you don't have love, however
I know you could be anywhere in this whole big world
I know you have the freedom to be in any part of the world
And you choose to be right here, with me?
Yet, you choose to be here, with me?
I know a blessing when I see one
I recognize and appreciate a blessing when it presents itself
I said I know a blessing when I see-
I reaffirm that I can recognize a blessing
I won't have to wonder why you're here or if you like me
I won't have to question your presence or affection for me
cause you've been kissing me goodnight since I didn't have a bed
Because you have been kissing me goodnight when I didn't have a comfortable place to sleep
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Dempsey Hope, Gradon Lee
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Hugo Cornellier
Absolute perfection. Deserves so much more fame.
helboer
again, a masterpiece.
thanks grady!
i just love how you always create perfect harmonys ✨ just amazing
DokuSan
beautiful song
b. kris
Definition of underrated !!
Le Debut De La Suite
Funny note; The first time I heard this song and the part comes up with the "You choose to be here?" I was like "With me???" The exact same way, not knowing it was going to happen. I was like oh shit. That exact "With me???" Felt right to say there
Mohammad Anas
What the actual fuck your songs are so gooooooddd! I'm in love😭 the intro is so goood
Steve Heim
Fuckin jam
ethan lawson
the reeeEEEeeeEEeeesttt gets me every time
Callum
Ayyyyyyyy yesss sirrrrr 🥰🥰🥰
Exxodus
Yessir