Chris "Blackie" starks - vocals
Gil Cole - guitar
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Chris "Blackie" starks - vocals
Gil Cole - guitar
Joel Ekman - drums
John Lillard - bass
History
Isaac James was formed in the summer of 2008 by members Blackie Starks, Gil Cole, Joel Ekman (formerly of grammy nominated Stone Sour), and John Lillard under the name Download. Joel Ekman had originally parted ways with Stone Sour in 2006 to take care of his son, Isaac James Ekman who had been diagnosed with cancer. Isaac soon died, and Joel suggested using Isaac James as the band's name in memory of their son. The band agreed, and in January 2009 the band officially changed the name to Isaac James.
Too Much Horsepower (2008-2009)
After writing heavily in the fall of 2008, Blackie had contacted major label producer and long time friend, Scott Spelbring (The Speaks, Plunge (band), SR-71 (band), Field of Grey (band)) to produce their debut record, Too Much Horsepower. The 5 song EP was recorded in both Scott's studio in Virginia and in Kansas City studio, Cypher Sound with major label producer Aaron Connor (Black Diamond) engineering. Before the EP's release, the buzz about the new band featuring an ex Stone Sour member, started circling the globe and soon after the band would be doing local and international radio and print interviews and secure distribution in major media outlets including media moguls Best Buy and ITUNES
The first single, 'HEY' is currently in regular rotation on several major FM and satellite radio stations with the help of Protocol Entertainment with 'HOME' following.
Shut Up and Listen(2011)
The band's first full length record titled 'Shut up and Listen' was written by Isaac James and produced and Larry Gann and Matt Russo. The album released in April 2011, has already seen several of its tracks make their way to regular FM radio play. The first single off the album is "The Rain".
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Isaac James Lyrics
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Miscellaneous
Baby, It's Cold Outside"(feat. James Caan
[Bette:] I really can't stay
[James:] But baby, it's cold outside.
[B:] I got to go 'way.
[J:] But baby, it's cold outside.
[B:] This evening has been
[B:] so very nice.
[J:] I'll hold your hands, they're just like ice.
[B:] My mother will start to worry.
[J:] Beautiful, what's your hurry?
[B:] My father will be pacing the floor.
[J:] Listen to that fireplace roar.
[B:] So really I'd better scurry.
[J:] Beautiful, please don't hurry.
[B:] Well, maybe just a half a drink more.
[J:] Put some records on while I pour.
[B:] You know the neighbors might think.
[J:] But baby, it's bad out there.
[B:] Er, what's in this drink?
[J:] No cabs to be had out there.
[B:] I wish I knew how
[J:] Your eyes are like starlight now.
[B:] to break this spell.
[J:] I'll take your hat, your hair looks swell.
[B:] I ought to say no, no, no sir.
[J:] Mind if I move in closer?
[B:] At least I'm gonna say that I tried.
[J:] What's the sense in hurtin' my pride?
[B:] I really can't stay,
[J:] Baby, don't hold out.
[B:] ah, but it's cold outside.
[J:] Baby, it's cold outside.
[B:] Ah, but it's cold outside.
[J:] Baby, it's cold outside.
The song “Baby, It’s Cold Outside” sung by Bette Midler and James Caan is a duet about a woman who goes to a man's house on a cold night. As she prepares to leave, he convinces her to stay using various excuses, despite her reluctance. Throughout the song, the woman expresses her desire to leave while the man tries to persuade her to stay. The lines "What's in this drink?" and "No cabs to be had out there" have come under scrutiny in recent years for their possible implications, even though they were written to convey a different meaning at the time.
The song has sparked controversy in recent years, causing some radio stations to stop playing it in their holiday music rotations. This is due to concerns about the lyrics being interpreted as, among other things, promoting date rape. At the time of its creation, the song was seen as a playful back-and-forth between two adults. It is essential to contextualize the song in the societal norms of its creation, in which women were taught to be polite and deferential. It can be interpreted as a push-pull between the woman's desire to leave and the societal norms that demand she "behave herself."
Despite the controversy surrounding the song, it remains a beloved holiday classic. Many artists have recorded their versions, remixing and updating it. As time goes on, the song's meaning and context continue to evolve.
Line by Line Meaning
I really can't stay
I need to leave
But baby, it's cold outside.
I'm hoping you'll stay
I got to go 'way.
I really do need to leave
But baby, it's cold outside.
It's really cold out, maybe you should stay
This evening has been
I've had a nice time tonight
Been hopin' that you'd drop in.
I was hoping you'd visit
so very nice.
The evening has been enjoyable
I'll hold your hands, they're just like ice.
Your hands are cold, let me warm them for you
My mother will start to worry.
My mom will be concerned about me
Beautiful, what's your hurry?
I think you should stay a little longer
My father will be pacing the floor.
My dad will be worried too
Listen to that fireplace roar.
Let's enjoy the warmth of the fire
So really I'd better scurry.
I need to leave soon
Beautiful, please don't hurry.
I wish you could stay longer
Well, maybe just a half a drink more.
Maybe I can stay for a little bit longer
Put some records on while I pour.
Let's put on some music and relax
You know the neighbors might think.
People might misinterpret that I'm staying the night
But baby, it's bad out there.
The weather is not safe for you to leave
Er, what's in this drink?
I'm curious about the contents of my drink
No cabs to be had out there.
It's difficult to find transportation in this weather
I wish I knew how
I wish I knew how to leave without hurting your feelings
Your eyes are like starlight now.
Your eyes are beautiful
To break this spell.
I want to leave, but I'm enjoying myself too much
I'll take your hat, your hair looks swell.
Let me help you take off your hat, you look great
I ought to say no, no, no sir.
I should say no to staying
Mind if I move in closer?
Can I sit close to you?
At least I'm gonna say that I tried.
I want you to know that I tried to leave
What's the sense in hurtin' my pride?
Why would you hurt my feelings by leaving?
Baby, don't hold out.
Stay with me
Ah, but it's cold outside.
The weather outside is cold
Baby, it's cold outside.
It's really cold, so you should stay
Ah, but it's cold outside.
The weather outside is still cold
Baby, it's cold outside.
It's cold outside, so please stay
Writer(s): Steven Menyweather, Andrew Klippel, Ean Sugarman, Mark Rachelle
Contributed by Carson V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Rick Nash
Thank you for uploading this masterpiece
CarClown
Just Great!
Rick Nash
This song is forever connected to BMW E46 M3
david sisko
Such a tuuuune!!!
david sisko
Such a tuuuune!!!!