Their most famous work is the 2000 international hit I See You Baby, remixed by Fatboy Slim in the Big Beat style -- with the repeated chorus line "Shakin' that ass," as heard in Renault Mégane advertisements. Vocals were provided by Ibiza-based DJ Gram'Ma Funk. Incidentally, this track was also recorded with the chorus line "Shakin' that thang" as a radio edit. While this is their most famous work, they have also produced less mainstream songs which are often featured in television adverts.
In the early part-of 2008 after parting company with Sony BMG, Groove Armada signed an "all encompassing deal" with the Bacardi rum brand that allows them to use GA's tracks for adverts. For more information, read Bands turn to brands in new deals
* Groove Armada's Suntoucher was sampled by Jay-Z for the song "What More Can I Say" on his Black Album.
* The track Hands of Time is featured in the movie Collateral, and is referred to by one of the characters as a "classic song." It is also featured in the television series Cold Case; it was played as the ending song in the episode entitled Street Money, from the show's sixth season.
* Groove Armada's debut album was Northern Star, released in 1998.
* In 1999, Groove Armada released Vertigo, which had a more polished, mainstream sound. This album includes "At The River," which was re-released as a single (#23 UK).
* In 2001, Goodbye Country, Hello Nightclub was released, with the title suggesting their new album was more upbeat and less geared toward chilling out -- as demonstrated by the single "Superstylin'" (#5 UK).
* In 2002, they released the DJ mix album Another Late Night: Groove Armada, part of the Another Late Night series on Azuli Records.
* In 2002, less than a year after Goodbye Country, Hello Nightclub, Groove Armada produced Lovebox, which incorporated a variety of genres. Some tracks, such as "Madder," featured a rock element, while others, such as "Lovebox" and "Remember," were closer to traditional house. "Remember" has vocals made up entirely of samples of Sandy Denny singing at Fairport.
* In 2004, Groove Armada released a best-of album, which included hits and new productions (#6 UK).
* In May 2007 Soundboy Rock was released, featuring the track Get Down. Guest appearances include M.A.D., Red Rat and Mutya Buena (see: Sugababes). The album was released on CD, Vinyl, and also as a limited CD package with 2 bonus tracks.
* In March 2010 Black Light, their 6th studio album, was released.
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Roscoe
Groove Armada Lyrics
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Chosen specially for you and I
Who will live inside
The mountaineers gathered timber
Piled high
In which to take along.
Driving many miles, knowing they'd get here.
On the roof leaks they got started
And now when the rain comes
We can be thankful
Oh ah oh
When the mountaineers
Saw that everything fit,
They were glad and so they took off
Thought we were devoid
A change or two
Around this place
When they get back they're all mixed up with no one to stay with
The village used to be all one really needs
That's filled with hundreds and hundreds of
Chemicals that mostly surround you
You wish to flee but it's not like you
So listen to me, listen to me
Oh, and when the morning comes,
We will step outside
We will not find another man inside
We like the newness, the newness of all
That has grown in our garden soaking for so long
Whenever I was a child I wondered what if my name
Had changed into something more productive like Roscoe
Been born in 1891
Waiting with my Aunt Rosaline
Thought we were devoid
A change or two
Around this place
When they get back they're all mixed up with no one to stay with
1891
They looked around the forest
They made their house from cedars
They made their house from stones
Oh, they're a little like you, and
They're a little like me
When they're falling me
Thought we were devoid
A change or two
Around this place
(This place)
(This place)
When they get back they're all mixed up with no one to stay with
(When they get back they're all mixed up with no one to stay with)
The lyrics to Groove Armada’s “Roscoe” are poetic and open to interpretation. At its core, the song discusses building a new life in the mountains, away from the trappings of modern society. The first verse describes how the homes were constructed from stone and timber, chosen for the specific individuals who will live inside. Despite the exhaustion, once the mountaineers arrived and saw that everything fit, they were glad and took off. The rain is seen as a blessing for the new life they’ve created, a sign that they are meant to be there.
The second verse moves on to discussing the change that has occurred in the village, and how chemicals now surround us. The singer wishes to flee but recognizes that it’s not something that can be escaped easily. The repetition of “thought we were devoid, a change or two around this place, when they get back they’re all mixed up with no one to stay with”, harks back to the idea that the new life in the mountains is the better, simpler option.
The final verse speaks of the singer’s childhood and how they wished their name was more productive like Roscoe, who was born in 1891. The description of building a house from cedars and stones is repeated, emphasizing the importance of nature and simplicity. The song ends with the repetition of the refrain, “thought we were devoid, a change or two around this place, when they get back they’re all mixed up with no one to stay with”, tying the theme of simplicity and the allure of a new life together.
Line by Line Meaning
Stone cutters made them from stones
Skilled workers cut stones and crafted them into shapes for a specific purpose.
Chosen specially for you and I
The stones were selected with care to be used by only the intended recipients.
Who will live inside
The stones were crafted with the intention of providing shelter and a home for specific individuals.
The mountaineers gathered timber
People living in the mountains collected wood in preparation for the construction project.
Piled high
The wood was stacked on top of each other in a large pile.
In which to take along.
The wood was gathered to be carried to the construction site.
Driving many miles, knowing they'd get here.
The people went through a long journey with the belief that they would reach their destination.
When they got here, all exhausted
Upon arrival, the people were extremely tired and worn out.
On the roof leaks they got started
Despite the leaky roof, the people began working on their house.
And now when the rain comes
When it rains, the people are grateful for the shelter provided by their house.
We can be thankful
The people are appreciative of the blessings they have.
Oh ah oh
This line does not have a clear meaning and likely serves as a musical interlude.
When the mountaineers
Referring to the people who constructed the house.
Saw that everything fit,
When the people realized that everything came together and worked properly.
They were glad and so they took off
The people were happy with their work and left to continue on with their lives.
Thought we were devoid
They believed that they lacked something important.
A change or two
They needed a few modifications or adjustments.
Around this place
Referring to their immediate surroundings.
When they get back they're all mixed up with no one to stay with
Upon their return, the people are unable to stay put and are left feeling disoriented and alone.
The village used to be all one really needs
Before, the village was sufficient for fulfilling their needs.
That's filled with hundreds and hundreds of
The village was overflowing with an excessive amount of something.
Chemicals that mostly surround you
The excess in the village was in the form of harmful chemicals that were all around them.
You wish to flee but it's not like you
They want to escape from the harmful surroundings but are unable to do so.
So listen to me, listen to me
The artist is urging the listener to pay attention to what they are saying.
Oh, and when the morning comes,
Referring to the new beginning or fresh start that comes with the arrival of a new day.
We will step outside
They will venture outside to witness the newness of their surroundings.
We will not find another man inside
The singer emphasizes the uniqueness of their experience and their independence from others.
We like the newness, the newness of all
They are attracted to the novelty and freshness of their environment.
That has grown in our garden soaking for so long
The fruits of their labor have grown in their garden after much effort and patience.
Whenever I was a child I wondered what if my name
The singer muses about their name and how it might have affected their life.
Had changed into something more productive like Roscoe
They imagine a scenario where their name is more meaningful or purposeful like the name Roscoe.
Been born in 1891
This line may serve as a reference to a specific historical event or moment in time.
Waiting with my Aunt Rosaline
An image of a specific memory or person may be evoked by this line.
They looked around the forest
The people surveyed their surroundings and gathered resources from the forest.
They made their house from cedars
The house that the people constructed was made from cedar wood.
Oh, they're a little like you, and
The artist is highlighting the similarities between the people who constructed the house and the listener or reader.
They're a little like me
The singer acknowledges that they also share characteristics with the people who built the house.
When they're falling me
This line is unclear and could have multiple meanings, depending on the interpretation of the reader or listener.
This place
Referring to the immediate surroundings or environment.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ERIC NICHELSON, ERIC PULIDO, MCKENZIE SMITH, PAUL ALEXANDER, TIM SMITH
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Bernardo Modolo
Roscoe
Stonecutters made them from stones
Chosen specially for you and I
Who will live inside
The mountaineers gathered timber
Piled high
In which to take along
Travelling many miles, knowing they'd get here
When they got here, all exhausted
On the roof leaks they got started
And now when the rain comes
We can be thankful
Ooh aah ooh
When the mountaineers
Saw that everything fit
They were glad and so they took off
Thought we were due for
A change or two
Around this place
When they get back they're all mixed up
With no one to stay with
The village used to be all one really needs
Now it's filled with hundreds and hundreds of chemicals
That mostly surround you, you wish to flee
But it's not like you, so listen to me, listen to me
Oh, oh, oh and when the morning comes
We will step outside
We will not find another man in sight
We like the newness, the newness of all
That has grown in our garden struggling for so long
Whenever I was a child
I wondered what if my name had changed
Into something more productive like Roscoe
Been born in 1891
Waiting with my Aunt Rosaline
Thought we were due for
A change or two
Around this place
When they get back they're all mixed up with no one to stay with
1891
They roamed around and foraged
They made their house from cedars
They made their house from stone
Well, they're a little like you
And they're a little like me
We have all we need
Thought we were due for
A change or two
Around this place
(This place)
(This place)
Damon441
I’m surprised this doesn’t have more hits, it’s a vibe
Hanaihau Hargous
Indeed ! A real vibe !
Herb Gough
Considering how much I love the original, I didn't think I would appreciate a remix - but hell yeah, how wrong I could be - stunning!!!
Expertoes
Hits like some feverdream I never had
Tim Overdijk
if you ever have a song stuck in your head that you do like, listen to this and it will take it's place....
Kye Merkett
The greatest remix ever.
scirlog
Agreed
seattleite
Difficult to argue.
OwlLasers
Hands down
Christapher Johnson
I concur