The band originally started in 1997. They first specialized in remixes, and became known after the release of their mix of "Tequila", by Terrorvision. They were championed by British dance guru Norman Cook, whose DJ sets regularly included their work. Their sound was similar to his, to the extent that some people mistakenly believed Mint Royale to be a pseudonym for Cook himself. Their first album, On the Ropes was released in late 1999, and though it was not a big sales hit, some songs from it have achieved recognition. The single "Don't Falter", featuring Lauren Laverne from Kenickie, was a minor hit in the British charts. The song "From Rusholme with Love" has been made recognisable through its extensive use in film and television series soundtracks. Notable examples include the theme tune for the film Kung Pow! Enter The Fist, as well as being present on the soundtrack of the films Vanilla Sky, Get Carter, Serendipity and the television series ALIAS and Spaced. The song "Because I'm Worth It" has also been used as the theme tune for the Jamie Theakston and ZoΓ« Ball chat show The Priory.
The band released their second album, Dancehall Places, in 2002, and afterwards embarked on a series of live shows and a UK tour in 2003
Mint Royale returned to the studio to start writing and recording their third album in the April of 2004. The next few months were a turbulent time for Mint Royale with founding member Chris Baker parting company with the band. However, Neil and the resident vocalists returned to the studio to complete the recording of the third album (January 2005) and the result was βSee You In The Morningβ. In 2005 the group released "Waiting in the Rain" on the "Wait for You" EP - a remix of Singin' in the Rain, which was featured in the January 2005 Volkswagen Golf GTI commercial. It reached initially #20 on the UK Singles Chart after it was released as a single (remixed and renamed as "Singing In the Rain"). This version also features on the album "See You in the Morning".
Neil Claxton ended Mint Royale on March 16, 2016, releasing the single "Time" along with some goodbye messages. until 2016. In 2020, Claxton returned to releasing music under the Mint Royale name.
Shake Me
Mint Royale Lyrics
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In your arms
Squeeze me, please me
Baby, baby
Shake me, make me
Yours again
Hug me, love me
Be my friend
Shake me, take me
In your arms
Squeeze me, please me
Baby, baby
Shake me, make me
Yours again
Hug me, love me
Be my friend
Shake me, shake me
Shake me, shake me
The lyrics of "Shake Me" by Mint Royale convey a strong desire for physical and emotional connection with someone. The singer is asking to be held tightly, to be reassured of love and friendship, to be shaken in order to awaken emotions and to become theirs once again.
The verses are simple and straightforward, emphasizing the repetition of actions that denote affection and intimacy like squeezing, hugging and loving. The chorus is even more straightforward, with the repetition of the phrase "shake me" as a plea to be awakened and connected with.
The lyrics' simplicity and repetition are indicative of the high-energy, danceable beat of the song. The repetition serves to further reinforce the beat and hook the listener in to move along to the music. The lyrics work in tandem with the music to create a catchy, fun, and danceable tune with an underlying message of the desire for physical and emotional intimacy.
Overall, "Shake Me" by Mint Royale combines simple lyrics, engaging rhythm, and repetition to convey a message of longing for physical and emotional intimacy.
Line by Line Meaning
Shake me, take me
Ask me out and be with me
In your arms
Embrace me tightly
Squeeze me, please me
Hold me affectionately and make me happy
Baby, baby
My love, my darling
Shake me, make me
Reignite my passion for you
Yours again
Make me fall in love with you once more
Hug me, love me
Hold me with love and show your affection
Be my friend
Have a deep connection with me and let's be friends
Shake me, shake me
Repeatedly remind me of your love
Shake me, shake me
Keep pursuing me and never stop trying
Contributed by Ava J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Brenda Scott
Best moment from series one. Ted and Mel comiserate at the bar and Emmett and lezza friend turn up. They concentrate on the dancing straight after. Best moment in show.
AussieAnnie62
I LOOOVE that scene!!!Β
Fiona Moonsong Greenway
Too bad its a different song on netflix. The other day I put that episode on especially for this song. I was so pissed when it was a different song.
Katie Rowen
Exactly!!
Katie Rowen
This is why I can't be completely happy that they've put Queer As Folk on Netflix: All of the music is changed! The scene that this song plays during is one of my favorites but it's totally different with another song.
Jon Dunmore
Absolutely right, Katie! It's unwatchable without this integral component - the stunning soundtrack that was so meticulously crafted around the series. This was one of the best moments in QAF - Emmett's Return to his Gay Soul - yet it hardly registers with the bland source music they've thrown under it in Netflix. Very sad. I find myself going back to my original VHS collection to connect with the original emotions I felt during this awesome series...
Regina Phalange
I bought season 1 on apple tv and the music is the original
jajohnson7809
Thought one more song was in order for the day. From the Queer as Folk soundtrack, it can be heard at the end of episode 14, season 1. That's the episode where Emmett Honeycutt sees the light after trying to be someone he's not. Do check out QAF if you've never seen it! Enjoy this invigorating tune by Mint Royale!
safefonzy
This song is amazing...i can't stop dancing..u know like the guys at babylon..!! i looove the music in QAFΒ
Francisco Santos
Lindicimos. ., rapazes assim bem diferentes e muito mais masculinizados! ππππππππππ€πβββββπππππππππβ€βββββ