1. Short Stack is an… Read Full Bio ↴There are at least 2 bands called Short Stack:
1. Short Stack is an Australian pop punk band, formed in 2005. The band consisted of members Shaun Diviney, Andy Clemmensen and Bradie Webb. Shannon Hotchkins was also a member of Short Stack before any song was ever performed or recorded. Short Stack have twice been named channel [V]'s Oz Artist of the year, and produced two gold-selling albums, three top ten singles, and ARIA number one chart award and a platinum-selling single. They have also shared the stage with many big name artists such as McFly, Hellogoodbye, Simple Plan, Good Charlotte and The Veronicas, many of which while still completing their HSC. However, in 2012, the group split. Their third album was released in October 2013, with no promotion or comments made concerning the release. In April 2014, the band announced their reformation.
Shaun Diviney, Andy Clemmensen and Bradie Webb met on the train to the Hunter School of Performing Arts in Newcastle, New South Wales. Eventually, they decided to form a band and named it Short Stack. Originally, Shannon Hotchkins played drums, Webb played guitar, Clemmensen played bass and Diviney was the lead vocalist. However, after Hotchkins left, Diviney heard Webb playing on the drums and realised that he had the talent. So, Diviney became the lead vocalist and guitarist, Clemmensen stayed on bass, and Webb became the drummer
2. Short Stack was a punk band from Brooklyn, New York active during the mid '00s. Members went on to play in other bands such as Dead Dog, Raw//War, Sleepwalk, Six Pack Four and Beer Garden.
Ladies and Gentlemen
Short Stack Lyrics
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Say this story seems alive away from you
We'll for love on hotel floors
And write a history for teens with dreamer's truths
Then he looks her in the eye
She considers hiding spades and trumps so bland
Such a crush of subtle ties
And he said baby jump
Oh oh oh from the hospital
We're honorary members of the red carpet academy (say)
Oh oh oh from the hospital
We're honorary members of the red carpet academy
So wrap your lips around these lies
(Just to fall in love girl, love girl, tonight)
Into my arms, into the sea
(Just to fall in love girl, love girl, tonight)
Let's kiss and tell an awful truth
Definition of a tongue packed full of slick
And this relationship will sink
In this hostile plague of hospital soundtacks
Oh oh oh from the hospital
We're honorary members of the red carpet academy (say)
Oh oh oh from the hospital we're honorary members of the red carpet academy
So wrap your lips around these lies
(Just to fall in love girl, love girl, tonight)
Into my arms, into the sea
(Just to fall in love girl, love girl, tonight)
Ohh, we're playing at a home team quarter breaker
We're swinging, but the home team's swimming alone
(Just to fall in love girl, love girl, tonight)
Then she said,
All this intimacy,
Well, you stitch my throat here like a shotgun,
So, put your hands up hun, start up the machine
Can I ask you one more question?
She said,
All this into the sea,
Well, you stitch my throat here like a shotgun,
So, put your hands up hun, start up the machine
Can I ask you one more question?
Say oh!
Ole!
So wrap your lips around these lies
(Just to fall in love girl, love girl, tonight)
Into my arms, into the sea
(Just to fall in love girl, love girl, tonight)
Woah woah oh, we're playing at a home team quarter breaker
(Just to fall in love girl, love girl, tonight)
We're swinging, but the home team's swimming alone
(Just to fall in love girl, love girl, tonight)
So don't you swim alone tonight
Oh Oh Oh Oh from the hospital
We're honorary members of the red carpet academy (and)
Oh Oh Oh Oh from the hospital
We're honorary members of the red carpet academy.
The lyrics of Ladies and Gentlemen by Short Stack tell the story of a couple who are caught up in the moment of falling in love. The singer expresses that they will create their own history, away from the rest of the world, as they spend the night making love on hotel floors. The chorus emphasizes their desire to fall in love and to be part of the glamorous Red Carpet Academy. The verses are filled with metaphors and imagery, such as "hiding spades and trumps," "disclaimers wish for wings," and "hospital soundtracks," which add depth to the song and convey the confusing mix of emotions that come with new love.
As the song progresses, the couple starts to recognize the potential pitfalls in their relationship. The singer tells his partner to embrace the lies they are telling each other because they are in love for the night. The lyrics speak of an "awful truth" and the realization that their relationship might not survive. The bridge portrays the couple as playing on a home team quarter breaker, with the home team swimming alone, representing the challenges they will face together.
Overall, the song has a dreamy quality, with its playful yet profound lyrics, and its upbeat melody. It navigates the highs and lows of falling in love, encapsulating the dizzying mix of emotions that come with it.
Line by Line Meaning
Ladies and gentlemen can I,
I want to tell you a story
Say this story seems alive away from you
It will seem real and exciting
We'll for love on hotel floors
We'll experience love in unconventional places
And write a history for teens with dreamer's truths
We'll create a love story that will inspire and resonate with young dreamers
Then he looks her in the eye
He makes eye contact with her
She considers hiding spades and trumps so bland
She thinks about concealing her feelings and true intentions because they are too ordinary
Such a crush of subtle ties
There's a lot of underlying emotions and relationships at play
And disclaimers wish for wings, in idle hands
Excuses want to become justifications for inaction
And he said baby jump
He urges her to take a leap of faith
Oh oh oh from the hospital
A call for attention
We're honorary members of the red carpet academy (say)
We feel like celebrities and we want others to acknowledge us
So wrap your lips around these lies
Let's deceive ourselves temporarily
(Just to fall in love girl, love girl, tonight)
It's just for tonight
Into my arms, into the sea
Let me embrace you and take you on an adventure
Let's kiss and tell an awful truth
Let's confess our secrets and vulnerabilities
Definition of a tongue packed full of slick
The way we speak is charming and persuasive
And this relationship will sink
Our romance is doomed
In this hostile plague of hospital soundtacks
Amidst the unpleasant noise of life
We're playing at a home team quarter breaker
We're taking a risk in a familiar environment
We're swinging, but the home team's swimming alone
We're trying our best but we're not on the same page as others
Then she said,
She responds to him
All this intimacy,
These emotional connections
Well, you stitch my throat here like a shotgun,
You're choking me with your words
So, put your hands up hun, start up the machine
Let's start the engines of our relationship
Can I ask you one more question?
May I have a moment to ask something else?
Say oh!
Make some noise!
So don't you swim alone tonight
Don't be lonely tonight
Contributed by Lauren D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
no1AvrilLavignefan1
Can't remember the last time I've heard this song but it was my life and I lost it know I am back to my true nature listening to short stack simple plan and Avril lavigne long live awesome music.
Emily U
This song will never get old!
QUANTUMJOKER
I can't understand most of what these vocalists are saying, but I do enjoy the instrumentals, and the entire piece has a passionate, fast-paced aura to it. I wish this band success in its ventures.
mcrroc016
I love short stack. their growing as a band and its awesome :)
mardisaurus
Yes I totally agree with your opinion." Anndy's voice is very commerical. And also very in at the moment. But theres something that just works so right with Shauns voice. It is extremely unique as you said, I think that Andy and Shauns voices could not be matched more perfectly. Especially in such songs as thick as thieves and counting the stars. One of the reasons the band is so brilliant is all the elements each member brings attracks an audience. Despite all of this,
Alyssa bieber
WOW, you guys are absolutely amazing!! I LOVE YOU ANDY, BRADIE AND SHAUN! xx
Sara yee
It's 2018 and I miss Short Stack :(
em
Sara yee its 2019 and i still do too :(
Jasmin Stanley
2020 and still miss them :(
belatedbirthday
@Jasmin Stanley it's 2020 and they're back! They're going on tour in 2021