Much like her lyrics, Kravat was able to take the name of the band from her own life experience. She had just broken up with her boyfriend when she was out running around -upset and crying- thinking her music was going nowhere. She ran smack into a post that had a torn and tattered flyer taped up on it, which read: 'Marry Me Jane, Love Keith'. A light bulb went off in Kravat's mind, thus supplying a great name for what would soon become an awesome band.
Their demo tapes caught the attention of Kravat's friend and fellow New Yorker (writer/director) Eric Schaeffer. He wanted to use the band's music to help define the emotion in his Columbia/Tristar release If Lucy Fell, but it almost didn't happen! According to Schaeffer, Tri-Star wanted the soundtrack to be laced with rock and grunge because that's what was "in" at the time. But Eric felt like the band's music was an "epiphany" and needed to be in his film. So he pushed and Tri-Star finally gave in!
Because of this (and while If Lucy Fell was in post-production), Sony gave Marry Me Jane a record deal within "five minutes of hearing the demo and seeing a show". While completing and readying the release of their debut, the label released an EP (1995) containing three songs: "Misunderstood", "Positive", and a live cover of David Bowie's "Cracker Actor". Instead of issuing an officially packaged soundtrack, Marry Me Jane's debut album (1996) doubled as the soundtrack and featured all ten songs from If Lucy Fell. The film brought critically-acclaimed attention to the band and they soon found themselves in the spotlight, touring around the US in support of the album, including the Sundance Film Festival for the film's premiere!
While on the road, Kravat and the guys wrote many songs; several of which would be used for their sophomore release. Following the success of their debut album (which sold more than 40,000 copies), Sony released Tick in the fall of 1997. With material much bolder lyrics and sounds that rocked harder than their debut, Tick explored the thoughts of suicide, stripping, heartache, scorned love, frightening relationships, words of wisdom, abortion, herion addiction, preteen crushes, and alcoholism.
Sometime between the recording and release of Tick, tention grew between band members. Unfortunately, this led to Brad Albetta (bassist) quitting the band. While there were many speculations, signs pointed to managerial differences. He wasn't exactly replaced, as Marry Me Jane went from a five to four piece band. Apparently, he was there for the original press shots and album lay-out. It was only after he left that everything was redone to adjust the band to its new size. Kevin Augunas was brought in for finishing touches and for touring purposes.
Despite heavy touring in support of the new album and opening up for Aerosmith's 'Nine Lives Tour', Tick received bad reviews and poor record sales. Lack of promotion on Sony's behalf delivered only two songs ("Superman" & "Might As Well Be Mine") to limited-air on radio stations, with no commercial singles. 'Tick' was eventually considered a bomb, prompting Sony to drop the alternative/pop act from its label. With tention continuing to linger among bandmates, their relationship was stressed. It was then Amanda and the guys decided to call it quits. In 1999, Marry Me Jane officially disbanded.
Candy
Marry Me Jane Lyrics
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She bubbles up and sucks you down
All that sugar keeps her nasty
She's into tossing spells and cars around
On a sleepy Sunday
He crawled in through a window
Put a shotgun to her throat
And she said:
She rides with her chin down
She made Graceland cry
She's really into stalking downtown
So don't turn your back against the light
On a random Monday
Lookin' out of the window
See a stick and watch her fly
Blah blah blah etc...
Licorice well look at this I'm bouncing gumdrops off the wall
Off the ceiling fireball
On a rainy Tuesday rats get in through the basement
Get your shotgun get your hose
Keepin' up with Candy
The lyrics to Marry Me Jane's "Candy" tell the story of a woman who is addicted to candy and lives a wild, dangerous lifestyle. The first verse highlights her love of candy, but also the negative effects it has on her behavior. She "bubbles up and sucks you down," which likely refers to her becoming hyperactive and engaging in erratic behavior after consuming sugar. This leads to her "tossing spells and cars around," indicating that she is not in control of her actions.
The second verse takes a darker turn and describes a violent encounter between the singer and an unknown man. The man enters her home and holds her at gunpoint, but her response is surprising. Instead of fearing for her life, she confidently tells him that "life's a ball but it's got a lot of angles on it." This suggests that she is willing to take risks and face danger head-on, even if it means putting herself in harm's way.
The chorus describes Candy's reckless behavior further, as she "rides with her chin down" and has made even Graceland, the famous residence of Elvis Presley, cry. But despite her wild ways, she is still "into stalking downtown" and warns others not to "turn your back against the light," perhaps indicating that there is more to her than meets the eye.
Overall, the lyrics to "Candy" paint a vivid picture of a woman who is both enamored with and harmed by her addiction to sweets. Her unpredictable behavior and willingness to take risks make her a complex and intriguing character.
Line by Line Meaning
She eats a lot of candy
She indulges in the sweet things in life and lacks self-control.
She bubbles up and sucks you down
She appears friendly and welcoming but can be overwhelming and draining.
All that sugar keeps her nasty
Her excessive consumption of sugar contributes to her negative behavior.
She's into tossing spells and cars around
She enjoys practicing witchcraft and causing chaos with her actions.
On a sleepy Sunday
One lazy, uneventful day.
He crawled in through a window
He entered her life uninvited and without permission.
Put a shotgun to her throat
He threatened her with violence.
And she said: Life's a ball but it's got a lot of angles on it etc....
She acknowledges that life can be fun but filled with unpredictable challenges.
She rides with her chin down
She appears to be shy or submissive.
She made Graceland cry
She caused something or someone usually viewed as stable, such as the iconic Graceland, to become emotional.
She's really into stalking downtown
She enjoys following and observing others in urban areas.
So don't turn your back against the light
Don't ignore the bright side of things or neglect your intuition.
On a random Monday
Another ordinary day of the week.
Lookin' out of the window
Observing the world around her through a windowpane.
See a stick and watch her fly
She is easily entertained and can find joy in simple things.
Blah blah blah etc...
The details of the day are not important and uneventful.
Licorice well look at this I'm bouncing gumdrops off the wall
She is playful and enjoying her candy in a childlike way.
Off the ceiling fireball
She is throwing candy around with excitement and carelessness.
On a rainy Tuesday rats get in through the basement
On a dull and gloomy day, something unpleasant happens.
Get your shotgun get your hose
She is ready to take action and defend herself against the negative forces around her.
Keepin' up with Candy
Keeping pace with her energetic, unpredictable, and sometimes chaotic lifestyle.
Lyrics © DistroKid, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: JAMES SAMUEL III HARRIS, JAMES HARRIS III, LARRY CURTIS JOHNSON, MICHAEL EDWIN JOHNSON, TERRY LEWIS
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@vanessaortega7296
Nothin' really makes sense
The azure in the sky
Never had it on my wish list
It caught me by surprise
All we needed was a river to follow and fall in...
Lay down Athena in your sea of wine
Lay down Athena lay down tonight
And fall
Looking through the wrong lens
With shadows in my eyes
You were hiding in the open
Standing by my side
All we needed was a river to follow and dance in
Lay down Athena in your sea of wine
Lay down Athena lay down lay down lay down
Crimson river we follow (we collide we collide)
We'll be safe in tomorrow (we glide we rise we rise)
Lay down Athena in your sea of wine
Lay down Athena lay down tonight and fall
@dersolipsist3079
Love that there are other people that this album had an impact on. It's a real 90's masterpiece.
@origamiswan5093
Amanda Kravat can be found on that popular music streaming platform with the green icon (it can't be named or comment will be deleted).
@zaidalesch9803
Loved this group, loved this album. Anyone seen 'If Lucy Fell' ?
@TheStarviking
We've tried to find it for years!
@JC_R8MEOW
had it on vhs years ago, ah, memories.
@seppeisenmann8710
I was in the service and it was shown at the base theatre at North Island, S. Diego, CA. The lead singer for the band is Amanda Kravat.
@mattblackwell7288
It was one of my favorite movies for years!
@amberarkwood745
@Sandy Bigara StarViking I found it on YouTube. Paid 2.99 to watch it! Good luck!
@shanerobertmcclellan
This was the most underrated band of the 90's.
@origamiswan5093
Amanda Kravat can be found on that popular music streaming platform with the green icon (it can't be named or comment will be deleted).