Patrick Stump comes from a musically inclined family. His father, Dave Stump, is a folk singer, and his older brother, Kevin, is an accomplished violinist [citation needed]. Patrick participated in Music Center of Deerfield's program before secondary education, and played drums for a number of bands during middle school and high school including: Public Display of Infection, Xgrinding processX, and Patterson. He also performed in "Paradox," a student created theatrical performance at Glenbrook South, from 2000-2002. He wrote for Channel Zero, a student produced publication focusing on social issues. He was active in WGBK 88.5 FM the District 225 radio station. Stump removed the "H" at the end of his name because of pronunciation errors. He added Vaughn to his name in 2009. The change was to honor his mother's side of his family who have influenced and supported him just as much if not more than his father's side. He would also like you to know that "it's just pronounced 'Von.'"
When he joined Fall Out Boy, Stump had never sung for a band before nor had he had singing lessons. He first met Joe Trohman at a Borders book store, where they struck up a conversation. He formed the band with Joe Trohman and Pete Wentz, both of whom were active in Chicago's hardcore/punk scene. In earlier bands he had primarily played the drums, however, upon the formation of Fall Out Boy, he took on lead vocal duties and later, when an early guitar player quit days before their first tour, he added guitar.
Though Stump is the lead singer, he seems to be extremely camera shy; thus, the more outgoing Wentz acts as the frontman for the band. However, in 2009 Wentz said that he was trying to "step back" from his fontman type roll and give the light to Patrick. Wentz writes lyrics and Stump writes most of the music for Fall Out Boy. Wentz e-mails huge files of lyrics to Stump who puts them to music.
As a producer, he has worked with The Hush Sound and Gym Class Heroes. Guest vocal appearances include Gym Class Heroes' "Clothes Off!" and Cupid's Chokehold, October Fall's "Second Chances," Knockout's "Breakaway," Motion City Soundtrack's "Everything Is Alright," The Hush Sound's "Don't Wake Me Up," and Misery Signals' "One Day I'll Stay Home."
Stump plays Gibson SG Specials, mainly using a silver with two humbuckers in his early recordings and more recently an Epiphone SG G-400 Custom, which is equipped with three humbuckers. His current guitar is still a Gibson SG, but with a custom graphic designed after the new Fall Out Boy album which was released on February 6th, 2007. The album is called Infinity on High.
The guitar company ,Gretsch®, has created a guitar simliar to the Corvette that Stump often plays on stage. This model is called the G5135-PS Patrick Vaughn Stump Signature Series Gretsch® STUMP-O-MATIC Electromatic® Corvette Guitar and can be bought at any Gretsch® dealer as of February 1, 2009.
Stump has added to his array of talents the position of director with his first film "The Moustachette." The film is a "sarcastic comedy about art and the artless life." Stump says that it's theme is similar to that of Fall Out Boy's "Folie A Deux." Some of the actors in the movie are Ryan Key, Arman Pardisi, Mary King, Jaky Gallagher, and Pete Wentz.
He is currently in a relationship with his long time girlfriend, Elisa. They have a dog named Penny.
During Fall Out Boy's hiatus from 2009-2013, Stump released Truant Wave Ep in early 2011 and Soul Punk in October 2011.
Who's the Man
Patrick Stump Lyrics
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I make the bad guys fall, huh
There's a million heroes
But I'm the best of them all, yeah
Who has the coolest gadgets? (Batman!)
Who has the tricked out ride? (Batman!)
Who does the sickest backflips? (Batman!)
Hey, hey, Batman yeah!
Hey, hey, Batman yeah!
Hey, hey, Batman yeah!
Dada dada dada dada Batman, yeah!
You think my muscles are big? (Thanks)
You haven't seen my brain, huh
Ladies, it's okay if you stare (Why?)
'Cause I'm a billionaire
And this is me playing guitar also
I get the last laugh
I get the final grin
Throw you into the asylum with Harley Quinn
Turn Two-Face, to black-and-blue face
I 100% am not Bruce Wayne, yeah
Who is the manliest man? (Batman!)
With the buns of steel? (Batman!)
Who could choke hold a bear? (Batman!)
Who never skips leg-day? (Batman!)
Who always pays their taxes (NOT Batman!)
Yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah Batman
Batman, Batman, Batman, I'm Batman
Hey, hey, Batman yeah!
Hey, hey, Batman yeah!
Hey, hey, Batman yeah!
Dada dada dada dada Batman!
Who has the coolest gadgets? (Batman!)
Who has the tricked out ride? (Batman!)
Who does the sickest backflips? (Batman!)
Nananananana Batman, nananananana
Who is the manliest man? (Batman!)
With the buns of steel? (Batman!)
Who could choke hold a bear? (Batman!)
Nananananana, nananananana
Who never skips leg-day? (Batman!)
Who always pays their taxes (NOT Batman!)
Nananananana, nananananana, yeah
The song "Who's The Man" by Patrick Stump is a playful and humorous tribute to the iconic superhero, Batman. The lyrics talk about how Batman is the best hero out there, with his cool gadgets, tricked-out ride, and incredible physical strength, as well as his intelligence and wealth. The chorus is catchy, with the repetition of "hey, hey, Batman yeah!" and "nananananana Batman," which is a reference to the theme song of the 1960s Batman TV series.
The lyrics playfully compare Batman to other heroes and even suggest that he could defeat villains like Two-Face and Harley Quinn without breaking a sweat. The chorus emphasizes Batman's manliness, strength, and coolness, as well as his iconic status in pop culture. The final line, "Who always pays their taxes (NOT Batman!)" is a reference to the comic book storyline where Batman is revealed to be evading taxes, which added another layer of humor to the song.
Overall, the song is a fun and lighthearted tribute to a beloved pop culture icon, with catchy lyrics that are sure to make listeners smile.
Line by Line Meaning
In the darkest night, huh
Even in the most difficult situations, I am able to succeed.
I make the bad guys fall, huh
I am capable of defeating the villains and saving the day.
There's a million heroes
There are countless individuals who aspire to be a hero.
But I'm the best of them all, yeah
I am confident that I am the greatest hero of them all.
Who has the coolest gadgets? (Batman!)
Batman's gadgets are the envy of all other heroes.
Who has the tricked out ride? (Batman!)
No one has a cooler or more impressive mode of transportation than Batman.
Who does the sickest backflips? (Batman!)
Batman's acrobatic skills are unmatched by any other hero.
Nananananana Batman, yeah!
Batman is so cool that he deserves his own theme song.
You think my muscles are big? (Thanks)
Although I appreciate compliments on my physique, my intelligence is just as impressive.
You haven't seen my brain, huh
My intellectual capabilities are equally impressive as my physical prowess.
Ladies, it's okay if you stare (Why?)
Due to my wealth and status, I am comfortable with women admiring me.
'Cause I'm a billionaire
My immense wealth allows me to live a life of luxury and leisure.
I get the last laugh
I always have the upper hand and come out on top in any situation.
I get the final grin
My enemies always underestimate me and are surprised when they fail to defeat me.
Throw you into the asylum with Harley Quinn
I am capable of defeating even the most unpredictable and dangerous villains.
Turn Two-Face, to black-and-blue face
Even the most renowned villains are no match for me.
I 100% am not Bruce Wayne, yeah
I am a hero in my own right and not to be compared to Batman.
Who is the manliest man? (Batman!)
Batman is the epitome of masculinity and toughness.
With the buns of steel? (Batman!)
Batman has a body that is both strong and aesthetically pleasing.
Who could choke hold a bear? (Batman!)
Batman's strength and combat skills are so great that even wild animals could not defeat him.
Who never skips leg-day? (Batman!)
Batman works hard to maintain his impressive physique and never neglects his leg day.
Who always pays their taxes (NOT Batman!)
Batman's vigilante lifestyle means that he does not have to concern himself with tax laws.
Batman, Batman, Batman, I'm Batman
I am so confident in my abilities that I could easily replace Batman as the number one hero.
Nananananana Batman, nananananana
Batman's theme song is so catchy that it sticks in your head long after it's over.
Nananananana, nananananana
No other hero is quite as cool as Batman.
Yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah Batman
I am a true fan of Batman and aspire to be just like him.
Hey, hey, Batman yeah!
I am cheering on Batman as my favorite hero.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: NEAL HEFTI, JASON RABINOWITZ, COLTON FISHER, JARON LAMOT, MANSA MAKILI, BRAYDEN DESKINS, BARRY POINTER
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