Shark Island was one of the most popular club bands in Los Angeles during t… Read Full Bio ↴Shark Island was one of the most popular club bands in Los Angeles during the 80's metal explosion. They dubbed themselves the "the longest running successful rock show in L.A.", but they were never able to break wide open.

They began as Sharks as early as 1979 when high school friends Richard Black (considered to be the man from whom Guns N' Roses' front man Axl Rose stole most of his stage moves!) and Spencer Sercombe joined forces. The lineup for the Sharks changed regularly, with vocalist Black and guitarist Sercombe being the only staples. The Sharks released an independent album called Altar Ego in 1982.

By 1985 the Sharks had developed into Shark Island with a line-up of Michael Guy (guitar), Tom Rucci (bass) and Walt Woodward (drums). The band released an album of demos independently before being signed to Epic records. Shortly after, they had two songs included on the Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure soundtrack. In 1990 the band went from a five-piece down to four, when Black and Sercombe recruited a new band of Chris Heilmann (bass) and Greg Ellis (drums). The band were ready to set the world on fire with their first major label album, Law Of The Order. It contained killer singles such as "Paris Calling" and "Bad For Each Other", but went completely unnoticed by the record buying public.
In 1991 Black and Sercombe joined the one-off super group Contraband before heading back to Shark Island. New songs were recorded in 1992, but never released, and the band just faded away. Sercombe ended up joining the Riverdogs with Vivian Campbell (ex of Dio and now Def Leppard fame), and Heilmann played with Quireboys vocalist Spike in Spike's Soul Thing and Black worked with Jake E. Lee in the short-lived Bourgeois Pigs. In 2005 the band reunited with new drummer Glen Sobel and re-recorded some of their unreleased songs for the Gathering Of The Faithful album. In 2019, another album, Bloodline was released as well as a live album, Day Of The Dead: Alive in Zagreb.

Make a Move
Shark Island Lyrics

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Got to understand the mind is strong as you believe.
It takes a man much longer than a women really sees.
A girl will cry, a man will lie to keep the piece alive
He's a whore of Adam's love, for Eve the apple core.

I've got a notion, you got the potion I can use when I choose.
You make a motion, start a commotion, I've got emotions for you.
I've got to change this attitude

Make a move
Make a move on you, got to make a move on you

Please don't wake me if I'm with the women of my dreams.
She's the kind of girl that brings a man down to the knees.
A girl will cry, a man deny, deny the peace of mind.
She decides just where and when and who will play the role.

I've got a notion, you've got the potion I can use when I choose.
You make a motion, start a commotion, I've got emotions for you.
Cuz
I've got to change this attitude
Make a move
Make a move on you, got to make a move on you, gonna make a move on you.

Touch me, tease me, tantalize me all of the time.

I've got a notion, you've got the potion I can use when I choose.
You make a motion, start a commotion, I've got emotions for you.
I've got to change this attitude
Make a move

Make a move on you, got to make a move on you, gonna make a move on you.
Got to make a move on

Overall Meaning

In "Make a Move," Shark Island is exploring the complexities of relationships and the power dynamics between men and women. The first verse acknowledges the strength of the mind and the differing approaches that men and women take when facing challenges. While a woman may cry and express her emotions openly, a man may resort to dishonesty and manipulation to maintain peace. The last line of the verse suggests that this behavior is rooted in the biblical story of Adam and Eve, with men ultimately serving as the corruptible agents of women's downfall.

The chorus expresses the singer's desire to make a change in his attitude and take action in pursuing a woman. He seeks to use the "potion" and "motion" of his partner to ignite his own emotions and make a move towards her. The second verse introduces the idea of a dream woman who has the power to bring a man to his knees. However, even in this scenario, men may deny their emotions and resist vulnerability. The woman is in control, deciding whom to allow into her life and when.

The bridge of the song is a plea for physical and emotional connection, as the singer desires to be touched, teased, and tantalized by his partner. Ultimately, "Make a Move" is a reflection on the ways that men and women interact and how external factors like societal gender roles and power structures can shape these interactions.

Line by Line Meaning

Got to understand the mind is strong as you believe.
The power of the mind is directly linked to one's belief in that power.

It takes a man much longer than a women really sees.
Men often take longer to understand things than women realize.

A girl will cry, a man will lie to keep the piece alive
Women tend to express emotions outwardly, while men may hide or cover up their true feelings to maintain harmony.

He's a whore of Adam's love, for Eve the apple core.
Men are often seen as sacrificing their desires and needs for women, similar to the biblical story of Adam and Eve.

I've got a notion, you got the potion I can use when I choose.
I have an idea, and you have the ability or means to help me execute it.

You make a motion, start a commotion, I've got emotions for you.
Your actions or movements stir up excitement or strong feelings in me.

I've got to change this attitude, Make a move, Make a move on you, got to make a move on you
I recognize that I need to adjust my mindset or behavior, and I am determined to take action and pursue a romantic relationship with you.

Please don't wake me if I'm with the women of my dreams.
I hope to stay in this dream state and continue enjoying the company of my ideal woman.

She's the kind of girl that brings a man down to the knees.
This woman has a powerful effect on me and leaves me feeling weak or vulnerable.

A girl will cry, a man deny, deny the peace of mind.
Women may express their emotions through tears, while men may deny their emotions and cause unrest.

She decides just where and when and who will play the role.
This woman holds the power in the relationship and decides the terms and conditions.

Touch me, tease me, tantalize me all of the time.
I enjoy physical and emotional stimulation from you, consistently and frequently.

Got to make a move on
I am motivated to take action and pursue you romantically.

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: Christian Heilmann, Richard Czerny, Spencer Sercombe

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