Biography
Skye was born on May 5, 1988, to Deirdre and Greg Sweetnam. She was named after the Isle of Skye in Scotland. Along with her sister, Aurora, and her brother, Cameron, Sweetnam was born and raised in the small town of Bolton, Ontario, where she studied dancing and singing from a young age. She began singing at the age of 5, performing for family members and friends only. By her early teens she had moved on to songwriting, and recorded a demo with the help of a local Bolton music school. Sweetnam was also a full-time Regional Arts Program student at Mayfield Secondary School in Caledon, Ontario, majoring in drama.
Noise from the Basement (2004–2005)
She worked with local producer and instrumentalist, James Robertson. Together, Robertson and Sweetnam worked on what would later become Noise from the Basement, her Capitol Records/EMI debut. The single "Billy S." appeared in July 2003 on the soundtrack to the movie How to Deal, and quickly took off in Canada. Two more singles were released from her debut and fared moderately on the charts. In 2004, Sweetnam went on tour over Europe and North America, as the opening act for Britney Spears on her Onyx Hotel Tour, although her performances were cut due to Spears' knee injury. In early 2005, the album was re-released with a DVD.
Various Soundtracks (2005–2007)
Skye eventually gained a bigger following with a younger crowd by doing theme songs for various television shows for children and teenagers, such as The Buzz On Maggie, Wayside, and Radio Free Roscoe, the latter of which she also guest starred on for one episode. Sweetnam then took part in five compilation albums for Disney: Radio Disney Jingle Jams, Radio Disney Jams, Vol. 8, DisneyMania 3, and DisneyRemixMania.
In 2006, Skye acted as the singing voice for Barbie in The Barbie Diaries. In 2006, she recorded the song "Boyhunter" in Simlish for the October 2006 release of The Sims 2: Pets. "Sugar Guitar" was featured in a Zellers commercial for the 2007 back to school season. It was also the 9th track featured in the Love For Nana - Only 1 Tribute CD for the Japanese comic Nana. Tim Armstrong and Sweetnam released the single "Into Action" in March 2007.
Sound Soldier (2007–2008)
On August 30, 2007, Sweetnam performed at the CD release party for dodger, her first live performance since her August 2005 Sea World gig, and her first live performance with her new band. She performed brand new material including "Boyhunter", her version of "Into Action", "Makeout Song", "Ghosts", and "Music Is My Boyfriend". All of the songs are included on her second album, Sound Soldier, which she describes as "Nine Inch Nails meets Britney Spears". The album was originally set for a spring release, but Capitol Records pushed the album back, partially due to re-structuring from its merger with Virgin Records. Their parent company EMI released the album on October 30, 2007 in Canada only, with the leading single "Human." Sweetnam was the opening act for Canadian Idol winner Kalan Porter on his 2007 tour. She then toured as part of the School Rocks Canada tour and then co-headlined a tour with Faber Drive from October - November 2007.
The album was released in Japan on February 14, 2008 as stated on her MySpace page, which also featured the bonus track "Girl Like Me".
In a recent video she posted on her Youtube page, "Skye Plays Dress Up 2.- Princess Purple", she showed previews of two new unreleased songs entitled "Heartbreak" and "Boomerang".
The music video for "Human" was nominated for a 2008 MuchMusic Video Award for Best Cinematography, but lost to Hedley's "She's So Sorry".
On April 25, 2009 Skye posted on her personal Twitter that she was at the studio. Previous to this, Skye also announced that she would be in the studio working on a new album. An unreleased song "Love Sugar Sweet" was featured in a video she posted on Youtube. On August 26, 2009 Skye posted on her twitter that she is recording vocals for a new single that will be released in Japan.
Skye provided vocals for the song "Where I Want To Be", a song on Jun Senoue's new album, The Works.
Sweetnam also recorded "Where I want to be" for Jun Senoue's album, The Works, and directed a music video for Leah Daniels' song "Northern Señorita" as well as for Ashes' song "Explode (Makes My Head)". Sweetnam also co-wrote two songs for Ashes.
2009–present: Sumo Cyco
Sweetnam began working on new music in 2009 and formed a new band, Sumo Cyco, a four-piece heavy metal and punk rock band that opened for Hollywood Undead in Toronto in April 2011. Sweetnam now went by the name Sever, which was her current alter-ego.
As of July 2012, Sumo Cyco has released six singles: "Mercy", "Limp", "Interceptor", "Danger", "Loose Cannon", and a cover of Oingo Boingo's "Who Do You Want To Be?". With each new song, Sumo Cyco would direct and put together their own music videos for their YouTube channel which, as of July 2022, has received over seven million views.
Sweetnam's song "(Let's Get Movin') Into Action" was also used in an episode of the Canadian teen drama Degrassi: The Next Generation, in one deleted scene from Bandslam, and in the films Balls Out: Gary the Tennis Coach, Hotel for Dogs, and the 2010 popular film Ramona and Beezus (starring Joey King and Selena Gomez). It was also included in the soundtrack for Music from Degrassi: The Next Generation.
In April and May 2014, Sumo Cyco toured Ireland and the UK after their performances at Indie Week Ireland. Then, on June 10, 2014, they released their debut album, Lost in Cyco City, in Canada.
On March 10, 2015, Sumo Cyco announced that they had signed with TKO (The Kirby Organization) Booking Agency, known for its representation of hard rock and metal acts, for worldwide representation.
Sumo Cyco released their second album Opus Mar in 2017.
In January 2020, the band announced that they had signed a deal with Napalm Records. They released their third album Initiation through Napalm Records in 2021.
Kiss a girl
Skye Sweetnam Lyrics
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I talk, you say I'm talking back
It escalates to full attack
I'm going, you're coming
Your brain's on pause
But your mouth keeps running
What macho ego trip you on
I'm giving, you're taking
You think I'm there, but I'm really just faking
Oh, you're so the same cliche
And it makes me wanna run the other way
Maybe I should kiss a girl
Maybe I should change my world
You already know you make me sick
And this could be the cure
Girls know how to make it fun
And you know how to mess it up
Maybe you should learn to watch your tongue
'Cause boy I've had enough
Maybe I should kiss a girl
I'm trading your old dirty shirt
For high heels and a mini skirt
You're over, I'm under
I'll spell it out it's making me wonder
Why am I still with you
When I know that it'll never work
Why don't I just hit you
When you act like just some stupid jerk
You know that I love you
But you get on my last every nerve
Oh man I guess you'll never understand
Oh, you're so the same cliche
And it makes me wanna run the other way
Maybe I should kiss a girl
Maybe I should change my world
You already know you make me sick
And this could be the cure
Girls know how to make it fun
And you know how to mess it up
Maybe you should learn to watch your tongue
'Cause boy I've had enough
Maybe I should kiss a girl
I tried to tune you in and not to turn you on
If you don't try to make a change, I'll be good as gone
(Maybe I should kiss a girl, whoa, whoa)
Maybe I should kiss a girl
Maybe I should change my world
You already know you make me sick
And this could be the cure
Girls know how to make it fun
And you know how to mess it up
Maybe you should learn to watch your tongue
'Cause boy I've had enough
Maybe I should kiss a girl
"Kiss a Girl" by Skye Sweetnam is a song that deals with the dissatisfaction in a relationship. The song portrays a one-sided and unfulfilling relationship where the singer feels that her partner is neglectful, inattentive, irritating, and egoistic. The singer is tired of her partner, who is always starting fights with her, making unkind remarks, and not paying attention to her verbally. She suggests that maybe she should kiss a girl, implying that a new experience might be just what she needs to refresh her intimate life.
The song's lyrics imply that the singer is not happy in her current relationship and needs a change. She tries to tune her partner in and not turn him on, reflecting her desire for a deeper connection rather than physical intimacy. Despite her affection for her partner, she is frustrated and feels like he doesn't understand where she's coming from. She suggests trying something new, like kissing a girl, hoping that taking a different path may prove more worthwhile.
In conclusion, "Kiss a Girl" is a relatable song for anyone who has been in a stagnant and dissatisfying relationship. The singer's longing for change and their hint at exploring new experiences makes for an empowering and uplifting song.
Line by Line Meaning
I talk, you say I'm talking back
I express myself, but you interpret it as arguing
It escalates to full attack
It quickly turns into a fight or argument
I'm going, you're coming
I want to leave, but you're following me
Your brain's on pause
You're not thinking before you speak or act
But your mouth keeps running
You keep talking without considering the consequences
Don't know what planet you are from
I don't understand your behavior or where it's coming from
What macho ego trip you on
You seem to be on a power trip or trying to prove your masculinity
I'm giving, you're taking
I'm putting effort into this relationship, but you're not reciprocating
You think I'm there, but I'm really just faking
You believe I'm happy and content, but it's all a facade
Oh, you're so the same cliche
You're unoriginal and predictable in your actions and behavior
And it makes me wanna run the other way
Your behavior is making me want to leave this situation
Maybe I should kiss a girl
Perhaps I should explore my attraction to women as an alternative to this problematic relationship
Maybe I should change my world
Maybe I need to make some big changes in my life to find happiness and fulfillment
You already know you make me sick
You're aware that your behavior is causing me emotional distress
And this could be the cure
Exploring my attraction to women could provide the solution to my current problems
Girls know how to make it fun
Women have the ability to bring excitement and joy into my life
And you know how to mess it up
You have a history of ruining good things in my life
Maybe you should learn to watch your tongue
Perhaps you need to be more careful with what you say and how you say it
'Cause boy I've had enough
I'm at my breaking point and can't tolerate your behavior anymore
I'm trading your old dirty shirt
I'm leaving behind your negative energy and moving on to something new and positive
For high heels and a mini skirt
I'm rediscovering my femininity and embracing my sexuality
You're over, I'm under
I'm rising above this negativity, and you're sinking in it
I'll spell it out it's making me wonder
I'm clearly explaining my feelings and questioning the validity of our relationship
Why am I still with you
I'm questioning why I'm still invested in this toxic relationship
When I know that it'll never work
I'm aware that this relationship has no chance of success
Why don't I just hit you
I'm so frustrated that physical violence seems like a viable option
When you act like just some stupid jerk
When you behave in an immature and idiotic manner
You know that I love you
Despite all of this negativity, I still have feelings for you
But you get on my last every nerve
Your behavior is pushing me to my absolute limit
I tried to tune you in and not to turn you on
I tried to listen and empathize with you instead of getting angry
If you don't try to make a change, I'll be good as gone
If you don't make an effort to improve this relationship, I will leave
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC
Written by: LINDY ROBBINS, ALEXANDER V. CANTRALL, KENNETH KARLIN, CARSTEN SCHACK, SKYE ALEXANDRA SWEETNAM
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Lily moon
she was better solo
Cookie Cook
STILL MY FAVORITE ARTIST 😭😭😭😍😍😍
gothicagirls
I love this song, Becuase its so true!
juju
i'm 90% sure that anyone who listened to skye's solo music is now fruity.
lord god king bufu
especially this album! noise from the basement is sorta normie tier
lord god king bufu
i listened to this when i was 10 and now i'm gay
diyeipipe1
@TheWitchWay Thank you
krista
Hehe :)
shinnieo
@graybrambles damn, hahaha that sounds soo much like me xD
Amu Chan
@diyeipipe1 LOL SAME HEREEE , I was lieek WTFFF? That can SO NOT be Skyee's song = )