In 1975, after a failed stint at managing & relaunching the image of the notoriously hard living and chaotic band the New York Dolls, Malcolm nurtured the formation of one of the most infamous punk bands in history, The Sex Pistols. He became their manager, and controlled their contracts, as well as most importantly to him, their image in the media. The venture ended in a disastrous US tour, and a film called "The Great Rock And Roll Swindle" that featured McLaren, and glorified his untraditional Situationist PR approach and manipulative Svengali-esque role in the band's career.
In the '80s, after the Sex Pistols had long broken up, Malcolm became the manager of another band, Adam and the Ants which veered away from punk's coarse format via new romantic pirate garb and poly rhythmic African style drumming. When Adam Ant rebelled and left the band, Malcolm repackaged the musicians with a 14 year old Anglo/Burmese girl named Annabella Lwin to form the band Bow Wow Wow. He soon used his headline making skills to propel the band and their underage lead singer to the top of the charts with a nude album cover scandal.
In the early 1980's, Malcolm began producing his own records, beginning with the hits "Buffalo Gals" and "Double Dutch" from the groundbreaking 1983 album "Duck Walk" which used NYC hip hoppers and scratch DJ's The World Famous Supreme Team, as its foundation. Future members of Art of Noise performed on, produced, and/or jointly composed various tracks. He next turned to opera, masterminding a pop adaptation of "Madam Butterfly" on the album "Fans" using an assortment of female vocalists, and skilled musician Robby Kilgore on the tracks.
McLaren has released numerous other albums and tracks since, including contributions to the movie soundtracks of Carry On Columbus, and Kill Bill 2, but his musical career peaked with his 1980's works. McLaren's original "Double Dutch" era material has since been reappropriated and sampled by sucessful artists including Mariah Carey, Eminem, Amerie and De La Soul.
In his later years, McLaren occasionally contributed to newspapers and magazines, directed and produced films and appeared on British reality television programmes. He died on the morning of 8 April 2010, following a battle with cancer.
Shall We Dance
Malcolm McLaren Lyrics
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INTRODUCING PRETTY FATT
Like the man in the moon,
We've just been introduced
I don't know you very well
But I hope to soon
A point of extravagance unequalled in time
Where serious things are done with a sense of play
Shall we dance like they did in that movie
Shall we dance
You and I
Or should we just pretend it's our first scene
Take a chance
When that last image fades
From the screen
Shall we still be together
And shall you be my new romance
It's not hard to imagine
That this kind of thing can happen
Shall we dance! Shall we dance!
Shall we dance!
Shall we dance like they did in tha movie
You and I
Or should we just begin the last scene
Take a chance
When the last image fades from the screen
In the song "Shall We Dance" by the Bootzilla Orchestra, written by Malcolm McLaren and introducing Pretty Fatt, the lyrics describe a point of extravagance and playfulness where serious things are done with a sense of romance. The singer asks the listener if they should dance like they did in a movie or pretend it's their first scene and take a chance on a new romance. As the song fades, the singer wonders if they will still be together when the last image from the screen disappears.
The lyrics suggest a desire for excitement and romance in life, and the willingness to take risks and try new things. The idea of dancing like they did in a movie represents a sense of nostalgia for a simpler time, while also acknowledging that life can be just as exciting and romantic if they create it themselves. The song seems to encourage living in the moment and taking chances on love, even if the outcome is uncertain.
Overall, "Shall We Dance" is a romantic and playful song that celebrates the joys of life and love. It encourages listeners to take a chance and dance with someone special, or imagine a new romance that could happen in the future.
Line by Line Meaning
Like the man in the moon,
Just as the man in the moon is often observed from a distance, we are newly introduced and still unfamiliar with each other.
We've just been introduced
Our acquaintance is new and we are just getting to know each other.
I don't know you very well
Despite being introduced, there is still a lack of familiarity between us.
But I hope to soon
With time, it is expected that a more profound understanding will develop between us.
A point of extravagance unequalled in time
A moment in which opulence has never been greater or more excessive.
Where serious things are done with a sense of play
Often for the events held at this time, it is typical for the participants to remain lighthearted and enjoy themselves.
An ideal romance you might say
This atmosphere creates an illusion of the perfect romantic setting.
Shall we dance like they did in that movie
Should we recreate the dance from the movie and enjoy ourselves in the moment?
Shall we dance
Shall we begin to dance and enjoy ourselves in the present moment?
You and I
The two of us together.
Or should we just pretend it's our first scene
Should we act as if we have never met before and start fresh?
Take a chance
Show a willingness to take risks and see where it leads us.
When that last image fades
Once the last image from the film fades into darkness.
From the screen
From the cinema screen.
Shall we still be together
Will we remain together even after the end of the film?
And shall you be my new romance
Could this be the beginning of a new romantic relationship?
It's not hard to imagine
It is easy to envision the possibility.
That this kind of thing can happen
Relationships can develop under these kinds of circumstances.
Shall we dance! Shall we dance!
Let's not waste any more time and begin to dance!
Shall we dance!
Let's start dancing without hesitation!
Shall we dance like they did in tha movie
Shall we dance in the same manner as depicted in the film?
You and I
Together, we shall dance!
Or should we just begin the last scene
Should we start to dance during the closing scene of the film?
Take a chance
Risk-taking is essential to being able to enjoy the moment.
When the last image fades from the screen
Once the final image vanishes from the screen as the film ends.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC
Written by: Philip Stuart Pickett, Malcolm Robert Andrew Mclaren
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@MikeyRB77
I grew up on this gem of an album. What a lucky time to be alive.
@andrewgreener
Without a doubt McLaren's best album.
I purchased a copy when it came out end 1989, early 1990. Loved it then and nothing has changed 30 years later.
@isaackay8465
Here after Dior ss20
@futurelegendfilms
Fabulous
@thomasgeorgantas8502
Drum programming ‼ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦
@maicitoo
Maravillaaaa!!!!
@rodolforivera7083
Dior Homme summer 2020
@philsphindings7387
Names of walzes used?