As of 2007, Joey Bishop is the only male member of the Rat Pack who is still alive.
2) In 1984, RAT PACK singer/founder Matt Ratt was covering the vocal duties for Rich Kids on LSD, while singer Jason Sears was away on "medical leave". During this time Rich Kids on LSD was signed on to record for the now infamous"NARDCORE" album on Mystic Records. Just prior to recording, Jason returned from his leave of absense. So left with the dilema of an album to record, and suddenly no band, Matt was told to throw something together quickly and record for the album anyway. So after a few rehearsals with Chris Rest and Alpo D.(borrowed from Rich Kids on LSD) Dave Casillas from STALAG 13 and Mike Torres from NARTHEX STRUCTURE, RAT PACK was born! Although originaly only meant to be a recording project for the NARDCORE album, RAT PACK ended up doing three records for Mystic, 1985's self titled 7", 1987's "Ice Cream Acid and Cigarettes" 7" and 1990's self titled full length Lp. Through the years RAT PACK has gone through long periods of hibernation, with many line up changes...people that have played in and recorded with RAT PACK include current and former members of bands such as NOFX, SOCIAL DISTORTION, STALAG 13, ADOLESCENTS, D.I., SUGAR CULT, HOLLYWOOD HATE, FOO FIGHTERS, Rubber Neck, LAGWAGON, Rich Kids on LSD, NO USE FOR A NAME, and ME FIRST AND THE GIMME GIMMES.
The Lady Is A Tramp
Rat Pack Lyrics
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She likes the theatre and never comes late
She never bothers with people she'd hate
That's why the lady is a tramp
Doesn't like crap games with barons or earls
Won't go to Harlem in ermine and pearls
Won't dish the dirt with the rest of the girls
She likes the free, fresh wind in her hair
Life without care
She's broke, and it's "ok"
Hates California, it's cold and it's damp
That's why the lady is a tramp
She gets too hungry to wait for dinner at eight
She loves the theatre but never comes late
She'd never bother with people she'd hate
That's why the lady is a tramp
She'll have no crap games with sharpies and frauds
And she won't go to Harlem in Lincolns or Fords
And she won't dish the dirt with the rest of the broads
That's why the lady is a tramp
She'd love the free, fresh wind in her hair
Life without care
She's broke, but it's *"ok"*
Hates California, it's so cold and so damp
That's why the lady
That's why the lady
That's why the lady is a tramp
The Rat Pack's "The Lady is a Tramp" is a classic song that tells the story of a woman who is independent and free-spirited. The lyrics describe a woman who is confident and unbothered by societal expectations, as she doesn't conform to the norms of the upper class. Starting with the first verse, these lyrics indicate that the woman in the song is hungry earlier than most people and enjoys going to the theatre. She also avoids those she dislikes, revealing that she is selective about who she spends time with.
In the second verse, the woman demonstrates her independence even more strongly. She hates playing games with rich people and doesn't want to dress up for an event in Harlem. She also avoids gossiping, which sets her apart from other women. The chorus repeats several times that the lady is a tramp, emphasizing her nonconformity.
The third verse continues to convey the woman's free-spirited nature as she enjoys being outside and has a carefree attitude toward life, even if she is broke. The lyrics reveal that she dislikes the weather in California, which is damp and cold. Overall, the lyrics of "The Lady is a Tramp" convey a message of personal freedom, independence, and a rejection of societal expectations of conformity.
Line by Line Meaning
She gets too hungry for dinner at eight
She has a big appetite and can't wait until later in the evening to eat her meal.
She likes the theatre and never comes late
She enjoys going to the theatre and always makes sure to arrive on time.
She never bothers with people she'd hate
She doesn't waste her time or energy on people she doesn't like.
That's why the lady is a tramp
Her independence and non-conformity to societal norms are what make people label her as a tramp.
Doesn't like crap games with barons or earls
She doesn't enjoy playing low-quality card games with people who are high up in the social hierarchy.
Won't go to Harlem in ermine and pearls
She refuses to dress up in fancy clothes and go to a hoods neighborhood in order to show off and put on a façade.
Won't dish the dirt with the rest of the girls
She doesn't participate in gossip or talking about people behind their backs like other women might do in groups.
She likes the free, fresh wind in her hair
She enjoys feeling the breeze and being able to let her hair flow freely without any restrictions.
Life without care
She lives life without any worries or concerns, carefree.
She's broke, and it's "ok"
She is not financially well-off, but is content with her situation.
Hates California, it's cold and it's damp
She dislikes the weather in California because it is chilly and moist.
That's why the lady is a tramp
Once again, the fact that she rejects societal norms and expectations is what makes people view her as a tramp.
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Lorenz Hart, Richard Rodgers
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