But bands like El Paso's Liquid Cheese, the members of which likely grew up surrounded by a fair amount of Spanish and Mexican music, are fusing the music born in Jamaica in the early '60s with their traditions and arriving at something that is easily danceable, full of energy and highly entertaining. At the same time, it pays homage to their roots.
Formed in 1996, the group consists of seven members including John-Michael Vasquez (saxophone), Jesse Sullivan (bass), Shawn Hunton (guitar), Sam Sullivan (trumpet), Marco Guerrero (trombone & beer bottles), Danny Sullivan (drums), Doug Neal (percussion), & Gil Uribe (guitar). Its definitive sound is the culmination of a decade of work and a handful of recordings, as well as more than 1,000 performances, some to crowds of over 10,000.
Website
http://liquidcheese.com
www.myspace.com/liquidcheese
Discography
710 Texas - 1997 Compilation
Debut EP - 1998
What Scene?El Paso vol.1&2 - 1998
Kickin up in the night - 2000
Ska Generation (Russian Compliation BPR Records) - 2003
Lost in the Music - 2003
Nasty Cactus Music vol.1&2 - 2003/2004
Tres Equis - Jan 2006
PHSATCM: COMING SOON! (Spring, 2008)
No Surprise
Liquid Cheese Lyrics
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And all that I can do is take another drink.
I ask myself why I put me through this shit.
I instantly reply it's for your touch and kiss.
And I know that this love may not last forever.
Babe, I cannot, I wanna be with you now and forever.
All I can say about our lives we've spent till now has made me happy.
As I hit this nug, the phone it does ring.
Thinking it was you is what I was thinking.
But when I said hello, I got no big surprise.
It wasn't you again, I should have realized.
And I know that this love may not last forever.
Babe, I cannot, I wanna be with you now and forever.
All I can say about our lives we've spent till now has made me happy.
Babe, that's just life, ain't that the truth.
When I'm not with you, you're all that I can think,
And all that I can do is take another drink.
I ask myself why I put me through this shit.
I instantly reply it's for your touch and kiss.
And I know that this love may not last forever.
Babe, I cannot, I wanna be with you now and forever.
All I can say about our lives we've spent till now has made me happy.
Babe, that's just life, ain't that the truth.
The lyrics to Liquid Cheese's "No Surprise" convey the feelings of a person who is deeply in love with someone, but that person isn't present. When they're not together, the singer's thoughts are dominated by their lover, and the only response to the resulting emotional turmoil is to turn to drinking. This behavior, the singer realizes, is not ideal, but the need to feel their lover's touch and kiss is so strong that it is worth enduring the drinking.
The chorus suggests that the singer is aware of the fragility of their relationship and how it might not last forever. However, that does not dissuade them from wanting to be with their lover now and for all time. They acknowledge that the path they've traveled so far may not have been perfect, but it's made them extremely happy with their lives thus far. The final line, "Babe, that's just life, ain't that the truth," reflects the idea that the difficulties of love and relationships are an inevitable part of life.
The second verse begins with the singer being interrupted by a phone call, which they hope is from their lover. Unfortunately, it's not, and the singer experiences no surprise but a sense of disappointment. The verse ends with the same chorus as before, reiterating the heartfelt desire to be with their lover and expressing gratitude for the happiness their relationship has brought them.
Line by Line Meaning
When I'm not with you, you're all that I can think,
My thoughts are consumed by you when we're apart.
And all that I can do is take another drink.
To cope with the pain of missing you, I turn to alcohol.
I ask myself why I put me through this shit.
I question my choices and wonder why I subject myself to the emotional turmoil of missing you.
I instantly reply it's for your touch and kiss.
The answer is clear, it's for the undeniable connection and physical intimacy we share.
And I know that this love may not last forever.
I am aware that love doesn't always stand the test of time.
Babe, I cannot, I wanna be with you now and forever.
But I can't help but desire a future with you indefinitely.
All I can say about our lives we've spent till now has made me happy.
Looking back on our time together brings me immense joy.
Babe, that's just life, ain't that the truth.
However, I acknowledge that life is unpredictable and things don't always go as planned.
As I hit this nug, the phone it does ring.
While smoking marijuana, I receive a call.
Thinking it was you is what I was thinking.
I am hoping and expecting the call to be from you.
But when I said hello, I got no big surprise.
To my disappointment, the caller is not you, but someone else.
It wasn't you again, I should have realized.
Upon reflection, I realize this is not the first time I've been let down in this way.
Contributed by Muhammad F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.