Before KISS, Paul Stanley was in a local band, Rainbow (not to be confused with Ritchie Blackmore's Rainbow) and Uncle Joe. Through a mutual friend of Gene Simmons', Stanley joined Simmons' band Wicked Lester in the early 1970s. The band recorded an album in 1972, but as of 2008 it has never been officially released (although songs from the album appeared on Kiss's 2001 box set). Wicked Lester soon fell apart and Stanley and Simmons placed ads for a drummer and a guitarist in various New York papers. This resulted in Peter Criss and Ace Frehley joining the group, and they named themselves Kiss. Kiss released their self-titled debut in February 1974.
Stanley's persona in Kiss is "The Starchild", "The Bandit" in the mid-1973 shows.
In his book Sex Money Kiss, Gene Simmons admits that Stanley was the driving force for Kiss during the makeup-free 1980s, while Simmons was feeling lost without his demon makeup and attempting to launch a film career.
In 2006, Stanley resumed his association with Washburn Guitars and using the Washburn PS2000. Previously, he has had four signature guitars made by Silvertone, and tweaked the Ibanez Iceman to his specifications, calling it the PS10.
Stanley's most recent performances with Kiss were a group of shows in July 2007, dubbed the Hit 'N Run Tour. Prior to the final show on July 27, Stanley was hospitalized with an extremely rapid heartbeat. In his absence, Kiss performed live as a trio for the first time in decades. Previously, Kiss performed as a trio at Studio 54 in New York City for an international satellite broadcast on January 28, 1982, lip-syncing the song "I" from Music from "The Elder" for the Italian Festival della canzone italiana, also known as the Sanremo Festival, when Ace Frehley failed to show for the performance due to what was described at the time as a "mystery illness". The July 27, 2007 concert is the first Kiss concert Stanley has missed during his 34-year tenure with the group. In September 2007, Stanley took part in Rock 'n Roll Fantasy Camp as a guest star for his second time in New York City.
Stanley has very rarely recorded or performed outside of Kiss. In 1989, he embarked on a brief club tour, performing only Kiss songs (with one cover, Led Zeppelin's "Communication Breakdown"). His touring band included guitarist Bob Kulick and future Kiss drummer Eric Singer.
Stanley wrote and recorded material for a solo album in 1987â88, which was shelved in favor of the Kiss compilation, Smashes, Thrashes & Hits. While never officially released, songs such as "Don't Let Go" and "When 2 Hearts Collide" have circulated as bootleg recordings. One song from the project, "Time Traveler", was released as part of the Kiss's 2001 box set.
In 1989, Stanley loaned his voice to the title track for the soundtrack of the Wes Craven horror flick "Shocker". The song was written by long time Stanley collaborator Desmond Child, along with Jean Beauvior and Guy Man-Dude. The song was performed by a group of well known artists calling themselves "The Dudes Of Wrath". The Dudes consisted of Stanley and Child on vocals, Guy Man-Dude and Vivian Campbell (Def Leppard and Dio) on guitars, Rudy Sarzo (Quiet Riot, Ozzy Ozbourne, Whitesnake and Dio) on bass and Tommy Lee (MĂśtley CrĂźe) on drums. Background vocals were provided by Desmond Child, Louis Merlino, Alice Cooper guitarist Kane Roberts and Michael Anthony of Van Halen.
In the past, Stanley has been asked to produce albums for Poison and Guns N' Roses, but he was never able to commit due to his work on Kiss projects.
In 2005, a bootleg CD began circulating entitled People, Let Me Get This Off My Chest: The Very Best of Paul Stanley's On Stage Banter. The fan-made disc compiled 70 tracks worth of Stanley's distinctive song introductions and on-stage banter.
28 years after releasing his first solo album (as part of the four simultaneously released Kiss solo albums), Stanley released a second album, Live to Win, on October 24, 2006. The title song of his solo album, "Live to Win", appeared on the South Park episode "Make Love, Not Warcraft"
In October and November 2006, Stanley embarked on a theater tour in support of Live to Win. His touring band was the house band from the CBS TV show, Rock Star. The band appeared on both seasons of the show - Rock Star: INXS and Rock Star: Supernova. The band was composed of Paul Mirkovich (keyboards), Jim McGorman (guitar), Rafael Moreira (lead guitar), Nate Morton (drums), and Sasha Krivtsov (bass). In April 2007, Stanley extended the tour to include Australia, playing in Coolangatta, Wollongong, Newcastle, Sydney, Melbourne, Perth and Adelaide. Portions of the tour were filmed for an as-yet-unreleased documentary titled Paul Stanley: Live to Dream by the Chicago-based Film Foetus. The band's performance at the House of Blues in Chicago, IL, was captured on film and released in 2008 on DVD and digital audio download formats as One Live KISS.
In 2008, Stanley sang a duet with Sarah Brightman, "I Will Be with You", on her Symphony album.
In 1999, Stanley starred in a Toronto production of The Phantom of the Opera, in which he played the role of The Phantom. He appeared in the musical from May 25 to August 1, and again that year from September 30 to October 31.
Stanley made his debut as a painter in 2005, exhibiting and selling original works of art.
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Lick It Up
Paul Stanley Lyrics
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Don't wanna wait till you know me better
Let's just be glad for the time together
Life's such a treat and it's time you taste it
There ain't no reason on earth to waste it
It ain't a crime to be good to yourself
Lick it up, lick it up, oh (Woo, yeah)
Lick it up, lick it up, oh (Come on, come on)
Lick it up, lick it up, oh (Ooh)
Don't need to wait for an invitation
You gotta live like you're on vacation
There's something sweet you can't buy with money
It's all you need, so believe me, honey
It ain't a crime to be good to yourself
Lick it up, lick it up, oh (It's only right now)
Lick it up, lick it up, oh (Ooh, yeah)
Lick it up, lick it up, oh (Come on, come on)
Lick it up, lick it up, oh (Ooh)
It's only right now
It's only right now
Ooh yeah, ooh yeah, ooh, ooh yeah , yeah
Yo, Feels good just acquired the taste
Let it drip down your face
This a fascination a new sensation that's great
So clean the plate
It's Full speed when you got it on go
Life so sweet the honey just glow
Feel the Cool breeze yeah that's a great blow
So watch it explode the sky like Pyro
We back like chiropractic
Time that you show passion
Wear it this yo fashion
That just got mo' action
Take it from the top like this never end
cngel eyes with a devil grin
I mean settle in it gets better then Gene Simmons style tongue past your chin
Like meeeeehhhh
Bored folk want to hang around me, I'm like naaaaaahhhh
Lack style they ensemble look so blaaaaaannnnnddddddd
Treat yourself get what you want when you caaaaaaaaannnnnnnn
I'm like maaaaaaaaannn
Lick it up, lick it up, oh (It's only right now)
Lick it up, lick it up, oh (Oh, yeah)
Lick it up, lick it up, oh (Come on, come on)
Lick it up, lick it up, oh (Ooh)
Lick it up, lick it up, oh
The lyrics to Paul Stanley's song "Lick It Up" convey a message of embracing the present moment and not wasting time. The opening lines suggest a desire for immediate connection and intimacy, emphasizing the importance of enjoying the time spent together. Stanley suggests that life is a treat that should be savored, and there is no reason to waste it. He encourages listeners to be good to themselves, emphasizing self-care and self-indulgence without guilt or judgment.
The chorus, "Lick it up, lick it up, oh," is a playful and provocative metaphor for fully embracing life's pleasures and experiences. It suggests a sense of urgency and immediacy, imploring the listener to seize the moment. The repetition of the phrase adds a sense of rhythm and energy to the song.
The second verse continues the theme of not waiting for permission or invitation to live life to the fullest. Stanley emphasizes that there are certain things in life that cannot be bought with money but are essential for happiness. He urges the listener to believe in the importance of being good to oneself.
The bridge section, which features rap lyrics, adds a contemporary twist to the song. The lyrics highlight the exhilaration and satisfaction of embracing life's experiences. There is a sense of confidence and empowerment in the lines, demonstrating a refusal to waste time on those who lack enthusiasm or passion. The playful wordplay and energetic delivery of the rap section add a vibrant and modern dimension to the song.
Line by Line Meaning
Yeah, yeah
Expressing enthusiasm and agreement
Don't wanna wait till you know me better
I don't want to delay getting to know each other deeply
Let's just be glad for the time together
We should appreciate and enjoy the moments we spend together
Life's such a treat and it's time you taste it
Life is wonderful and it's about time you experience its greatness
There ain't no reason on earth to waste it
There is absolutely no justification for wasting this precious life
It ain't a crime to be good to yourself
Taking care of yourself and treating yourself well is not a wrongdoing
Lick it up, lick it up, oh (It's only right now)
Embrace and indulge in the pleasures of the present moment
Don't need to wait for an invitation
You don't have to wait for someone else to invite you, just go for it
You gotta live like you're on vacation
Live your life as if every day is a vacation
There's something sweet you can't buy with money
There is a delightful experience that cannot be purchased with wealth
It's all you need, so believe me, honey
This experience is everything you need, trust me, my dear
It's only right now
This opportunity is only available at this moment
Ooh yeah, ooh yeah, ooh, ooh yeah , yeah
Expressing excitement and agreement
Feels good just acquired the taste
It feels great to have discovered this new pleasure
Let it drip down your face
Allow the sensation to be enjoyed fully and visibly
This a fascination a new sensation that's great
This is a captivating and delightful experience
So clean the plate
Savor every last bit of this amazing experience
It's Full speed when you got it on go
When you fully embrace this experience, you'll feel energized and unstoppable
Life so sweet the honey just glow
Life becomes incredibly enjoyable and satisfying
Feel the Cool breeze yeah that's a great blow
Experience the refreshing and invigorating breeze, it's a wonderful sensation
So watch it explode the sky like Pyro
Witness the sky ignite and burst into a spectacular display like fireworks
We back like chiropractic
We have returned just like the realignment and adjustment provided by chiropractors
Time that you show passion
It's time for you to reveal and express your deep enthusiasm
Wear it this yo fashion
Make it your personal style and way of life
That just got mo' action
That will attract even more exciting and fulfilling experiences
Take it from the top like this never end
Begin afresh and approach it as if it will never come to an end
cngel eyes with a devil grin
Your eyes have an enchanting and mischievous look
I mean settle in it gets better then
What I'm saying is, get comfortable because it's about to get even more amazing
Gene Simmons style tongue past your chin
Extend your tongue out like Gene Simmons from Kiss, it's a playful suggestion
Bored folk want to hang around me, I'm like naaaaaahhhh
People who are bored want to be in my presence, but I'm not interested in their company
Lack style they ensemble look so blaaaaaannnnnddddddd
They lack style, their outfits appear dull and uninteresting
Treat yourself get what you want when you caaaaaaaaannnnnnnn
Indulge in self-care and obtain what you desire whenever possible
I'm like maaaaaaaaannn
Expressing a cool and confident attitude
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SixStringsGeek
This is absolutely unbelievable. The best version of "lick it up" ever
miguel arreola
Nah background vocals suck
Mark Massoglia
Give the Live at Las Vegas a listen. It's even better.
Amie Olson
Paul sounds great, one of my favorite KISS songs.
liquifex
Lol, the best part of this is his back-up band is absolutely amazing. Backing vocals, leads, he picked an amazing group of players. It makes all the difference. Musically they sound better than KISS ever did live, and I've seen them many times. They're good, but you can just tell professional hired live/studio guns. Most are classically trained, sight-read, etc. It's a whole different level.
Alan Honore
Paul Stanley will always be the best !!!!
Life's great!
His band here is energetic and cool. Paul sounds great too.
Ark Antika
So much soul to Paulâs voice
Stanley
Wow...great voice!!
Animal lover 12791
You sound awesome Paul Stanleyđđđ¸