The band released their debut album "D-D-Don't Stop the Beat" in 2003. The first single, "Move Your Feet", was one of the most played songs on Danish radio and eventually climbed the charts in over thirteen countries, including Australia, France, the UK and Denmark. The single is also available on the soundtrack of the popular American television show Queer Eye for the Straight Guy. Additionally, it has also been included in the US version of the hit dance game DDR Extreme for the Playstation 2. It is often associated with its pixelated music video, created by the art collective Shynola, which is seen in the VH1 commercial for "I Love the 90's: Part Deux" and in the background of its Dance Dance Revolution: DDR Extreme dance.
The follow up single, "Rhythm Bandits", made the singles charts in the UK and Australia, and was included in the soundtrack of the game FIFA 2004.
D-D-Don't Stop the Beat was included in several publications' "Best Albums of 2003" lists, including Rolling Stone, NME, Entertainment Weekly and Blender. The Sunday Chronicle in San Francisco rated "Move Your Feet" as the single of the year, calling it "the best song ever".
The single "Shake Your Coconuts" is available on the Looney Tunes: Back In Action soundtrack, and is used as the menu music in the game Worms 3D by Team17 Software.
The CD features the video to "Move Your Feet" and a "Making Of" as enhanced content. In the "Making Of," Junior (Jesper Mortensen) was asked how many copies he thought the album would sell and he replied, "three to four hundred".
The song "White Trash" from this album was used in the very popular advertisement for Music Magazine TV show Popworld in the UK. The advert featured the two presenters of the show doing a synchronized dance routine to the song whilst wearing identical outfits.
Junior Senior continued producing feel-good dance-pop by releasing their sophomore album "Hey Hey My My Yo Yo" in August 2005, where it shot to #2 on the charts in Japan. Fans of the 80s band "The B-52's" will recognize Cindy Wilson and Kate Pierson singing on the track "Take My Time".
In 2007 they subsequently released an EP entitled "Say Hello, Wave Goodbye" with eight new tracks, in Denmark. There was a US-only release of "Hey Hey My My Yo Yo" on August 14, 2007 that had this bonus EP included, adding these tracks. The duo split to pursue solo projects in 2008.
Jesper has now formed a new band, Make Out, and Jeppe is pursuing a solo project. Jesper also has a new band I Scream Ice Cream
Rhythm Bandits
Junior Senior Lyrics
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we want to give you back the be -beat back (rhythm bandits)
steal the beat like we would, the robin hood (rhythm bandits)
the robin hood...
we got a rock rock rock it, that'll rock in th house
we got a beat beat beat, that'll beat you're beat
we got a rock rock rock it, that'll rock in th house
we got a rock rock rock it, that'll rock in th house
we got a beat beat beat, that'll beat you're beat
we got a rock rock rock it, that'll rock in th house
watchout we are rhythm bandits
be -be -be -be -be -be -be -bandits x3 Rhythm!
1-2-3-4 let'd go 2, the dan-dance floor (rhythm bandits)
we hit you the boom bang a boomerang (rhythm bandits)
a boo-boomerang
we got a rock rock rock it, that'll rock in th house
we got a beat beat beat, that'll beat you're beat
we got a rock rock rock it, that'll rock in th house
we got a beat beat beat, that'll beat you're beat
we got a rock rock rock it, that'll rock in th house
we got a beat beat beat, that'll beat you're beat
we got a rock rock rock it, that'll rock in th house
watchout we are rhythm bandits. woo!
be -be -be -be -be -be -be -bandits x3 Rhythm!
giv you're soul, like we did t-to rock n roll (rhythm bandits)
don't fight it, jus giv in you j-jus can't win (rhythm bandits)
you j-jus can't win
no. we got a rock rock rock it, that'll rock in th house
we got a beat beat beat, that'll beat you're beat
we got a rock rock rock it, that'll rock in th house
we got a beat beat beat, that'll beat you're beat
we got a rock rock rock it, that'll rock in th house
we got a beat beat beat, that'll beat you're beat
we got a rock rock rock it, that'll rock in th house
watchout we are rhythm bandits x4 Yeah!
The song "Rhythm Bandits" by Junior Senior is a funky, upbeat tune that celebrates stealing the beat and rhythm from the genre of rock and roll. The chorus repeats the phrase "rhythm bandits" multiple times, giving the listener the idea that the singer and their group are outlaws of sorts, breaking the rules of conventional music and stealing the rhythm that they so gleefully offer back to their audience. The metaphor of Robin Hood is used to describe their "steal the beat" mentality, suggesting that they are taking something that rightfully belongs to the people and returning it to them in a different form.
Throughout the song, the lyrics suggest that Junior Senior's group is not just taking the rhythm, but they are also bringing something new and exciting to the table. The repetition of the phrase "we got a rock rock rock it, that'll rock in th house, we got a beat beat beat, that'll beat you're beat" shows that they intend to create something fresh and original with the stolen rhythm. The final line of the chorus, "watch out we are rhythm bandits," is a warning to anyone who thinks that they can keep up with the music of Junior Senior.
Overall, "Rhythm Bandits" is a joyful celebration of music and the power that rhythm and beat have to move people. The lyrics suggest that stealing the rhythm is not just an act of rebellion, but also an act of generosity, as Junior Senior's group is bringing something new and exciting to the world of music.
Line by Line Meaning
be-be-be-be-be-be-be-bandits x3 Rhythm!
Junior Senior introduces themselves as the Rhythm Bandits, ready to bring the groove.
we want to give you back the be-beat back (rhythm bandits)
The Rhythm Bandits aim to restore rhythm to the dance floor.
steal the beat like we would, the robin hood (rhythm bandits)
They plan to take the beat and give it to the people, much like Robin Hood.
we got a rock rock rock it, that'll rock in th house
Their music will create an electrifying atmosphere in the house.
we got a beat beat beat, that'll beat you're beat
They have an irresistible beat that will make you move.
watchout we are rhythm bandits
The Rhythm Bandits want everyone to be aware of their presence and musical prowess.
1-2-3-4 let'd go 2, the dan-dance floor (rhythm bandits)
They encourage everyone to join them on the dance floor as they count in the rhythm.
we hit you the boom bang a boomerang (rhythm bandits)
Their beats will hit you back and forth in a boomerang effect.
we got a rock rock rock it, that'll rock in th house
Their rocking beats will continue throughout the house.
giv you're soul, like we did t-to rock n roll (rhythm bandits)
The Rhythm Bandits implore you to let go of yourself and give in to the music.
don't fight it, jus giv in you j-jus can't win (rhythm bandits)
It's pointless to resist the rhythm because the Rhythm Bandits will make you dance.
watchout we are rhythm bandits x4 Yeah!
They reiterate their presence as the Rhythm Bandits, ready to rock the house with their unstoppable beats.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: JESPER MORTENSEN
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we gotta rock rock rock it, that'll rock in the house
we gotta beat beat beat, that'll beat your beat
we gotta rock rock rock it, that'll rock in the house
we gotta beat beat beat, that'll beat your beat
we gotta rock rock rock it, that'll rock in the house
we gotta beat beat beat, that'll beat your beat
we gotta rock rock rock it, that'll rock in the house
watch out! we are rhythm bandits! woo!
b-b-b-b-b-b-b-bandits. Rhythm!
we want to give you back the beat-beat back (rhythm bandits)
steal the beat like we would, the robin hood (rhythm bandits)
the robin hood...
we gotta rock rock rock it, that'll rock in the house
we gotta beat beat beat, that'll beat your beat
we gotta rock rock rock it, that'll rock in the house
we gotta beat beat beat, that'll beat your beat
we gotta rock rock rock it, that'll rock in the house
we gotta beat beat beat, that'll beat your beat
we gotta rock rock rock it, that'll rock in the house
watch out! we are rhythm bandits! woo!
b-b-b-b-b-b-b-bandits. Rhythm!
1-2-3-4 let's go to, the dan-dance floor (rhythm bandits)
we hit you the boom bang a boomerang (rhythm bandits)
a boo-boomerang
we gotta rock rock rock it, that'll rock in the house
we gotta beat beat beat, that'll beat your beat
we gotta rock rock rock it, that'll rock in the house
we gotta beat beat beat, that'll beat your beat
we gotta rock rock rock it, that'll rock in the house
we gotta beat beat beat, that'll beat your beat
we gotta rock rock rock it, that'll rock in the house
watch out! we are rhythm bandits. woo!
b-b-b-b-b-b-b-bandits Rhythm!
sell your soul, like we did t-to rock n roll (rhythm bandits)
give it up, just give in you j-just can't win (rhythm bandits)
you j-just can't win
no. we gotta rock rock rock it, that'll rock in the house
we gotta beat beat beat, that'll beat your beat
we gotta rock rock rock it, that'll rock in the house
we gotta beat beat beat, that'll beat your beat
we gotta rock rock rock it, that'll rock in the house
we gotta beat beat beat, that'll beat your beat
we gotta rock rock rock it, that'll rock in the house
we gotta rock rock rock
we gotta beat beat beat
we gotta rock rock rock
we gotta beat beat beat
watch out! we are rhythm bandits! x3
watch out! we are bandits!
Pedro ivan
amo Júnior Senior - músicas perfeitas !!! <3
Sunset
Um BR,que interessante
Gabriel Pérez
GRACIAS FIFA 2004 POR DARLE LUGAR EN MI VIDA A ESTA BANDA! A MOVER LOS PIES!!!
pop art heart
This makes me feel so old and nostalgic. Back when Junior Senior was active, I was appointed forum moderator of Senior/Jeppe. For a fan, something like that was a big deal. Thanks for trusting a silly fangirl back then.
Andrew LaFleur
What have they been up to? I know they broke up a while back, but I'm curious to know what Senior and Jeppe have been doing in a solo sense?
Jack
@Andrew LaFleur Senior did some work with Lady Gaga on Born This Way, but I don't know about Jeppe.
VideoEstres
@Jack i think he retired
MarioNess
Scoring impossible goals with Henry in Fifa 2004... good memories
Jord Smith
Ohh absolutely, brother. 😎👌 The king
Renan Metsik Romeo
Ohhh man, good times