"We're a touring act, and we've been on the road pretty much non-stop over the last decade," explains Doughty, offering that the more recent creation of the band's own local recording studio and rehearsal clubhouse (within the warehouse district of Mission Valley just inland of Ocean Beach) certainly aided and influenced their last release Top of the World, and has inspired their latest sessions, which the band anticipates could stretch into a few different recording projects.
"Over the last 3 years we started our own studio and within the last 9 months, anticipating the window for new album sessions, the band has invested into innovations and equipment upgrades for the studio in a quest to capture and progress our signature sound forward. Having our own studio really enables us to make records at our own pace and to make the right records, hopefully (with a grin) at various stages of our career,” Doughty continues. “What's nice about having our own environment to record in and analyze the music is it really lets you keep an organic feel. For us, I feel like it's a step into the next level, as far as understanding the process of recording, understanding the process of songwriting. We took everything that we've learned over the years and really put it into this place and into our music.” The property also houses the creative loft space that has become the official offices of the band’s own label Stoopid Records, which issued the band’s second album in 1999 Acoustic Roots, and has continued to be their preferred method of distributing the band’s recorded material.
Another key ingredient to what makes Slightly Stoopid extraordinarily special is the inclusion of several musical guests, both live and in the studio. "It really keeps that 'family atmosphere' for us,” says Doughty. “I think it really shows in the music — we live for the spirit of collaboration and on Top of The World we had G. Love, Angelo Moore from Fishbone, Don Carlos, Barrington Levy, Ian Neville from Dumpstaphunk, Tory Ruffin from Morris Day and the Time and Fishbone, and singer/songwriter Angela Hunte. Angelo Moore to me is one of the greatest front-men to ever step foot on a stage. As a fan and out of respect, I try to do something with Angelo every time we have a record, really. If you listen to his lyrics, his vocal performance—I don't know who could keep up with Angelo on stage. Don Carlos from Black Uhuru is one of the legendary reggae singers of all time and we've had the pleasure of working with him the last few years. We've been friends with G. Love for over 15 years, and we've been able to work together quite a few different times in the studio. It seems like second nature. Whenever you're recording with G., it's almost like you're really just hanging out with your bro and you happen to hit record. We've done so many shows together and so many studio sessions, it becomes second nature.“
Devil's Door
Slightly Stoopid Lyrics
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Devil's door
Come back tomorrow baby
Cause he ain't takin' any more
See you walkin' down on
Bourbon street
I can tell you girl
Who the man is you've got to meet
He's got the brand new car
Says he's got the kind of things
The kind of things that'll take you far
An' alls you've got to give
Alls ya got to give
Is a just a little bit 'o lovin' girl
Whoa no no yeah
Just a little bit 'o lovin girl
Whoa no no yeah
Well like a vampire
She stalks the streets at night
Say's he's gonna give you every thing you want and more
If the time is right
And no you ain't got
You ain't got
To take
But any bit of his lovin' girl
No no oh yeah
Any bit of his lovin girl
Say money's comin' in
But every thing is fine
Food on the fridge
And there's plenty of time
To get you back up on top again
Its better than bein' at the bottom
In the bitter end
But I got you in the game
The story's told
Devils come around
To take your soul
Said he wants to be your number one man
And tell you when to walk
And who to fuck
And when you can stand
The back seat of
A limosine
But if you make a million dollars
Baby you'll be the queen
Of it all
Oh no no yeah
You'll be the queen of it all
Whoa no no yeah
The song "Devil's Door" by Slightly Stoopid is a cautionary tale about a woman who is tempted by the materialistic lifestyle of a man who has made a deal with the devil. The lyrics speak to the idea that the devil will tempt you with all the luxuries of life, but ultimately you will have to give up much more than you receive. The singer warns the girl to stay away from this man and wait for someone who will give her love without wanting anything in return.
The song begins with the singer hearing the girl knocking on the devil's door and telling her to come back tomorrow since the devil is not taking any more souls today. He notices her walking down Bourbon Street and tells her that she needs to meet the devil who has flashy diamonds and a brand new car. The devil promises her everything she wants and more, but the singer warns her that she will have to give up a little bit of love in exchange. The chorus repeatedly emphasizes the importance of giving just a little bit of love rather than succumbing to the devil's temptation.
As the song progresses, the singer describes the girl's dilemma of choosing between the materialistic lifestyle the devil is offering and the simpler life she has with the singer. He tells her that even if she makes a million dollars, she will still be the queen of nothing if she gives up her soul. The devil tries to control her every move and decides who she walks with and who she sleeps with. The song ends with the warning that the devil is always lurking around the corner, waiting to take your soul.
Line by Line Meaning
Heard you knockin' on the
Devil's door
I heard that you're in trouble and seeking help from the wrong person
Come back tomorrow baby
Cause he ain't takin' any more
The Devil won't help you, don't waste your time
See you walkin' down on
Bourbon street
I can tell you girl
Who the man is you've got to meet
I know the type of person you're looking for and where you'll find him
Well he's go the flashy diamonds
He's got the brand new car
Says he's got the kind of things
The kind of things that'll take you far
This person looks rich and successful, promising to help you succeed
An' alls you've got to give
Alls ya got to give
Is a just a little bit 'o lovin' girl
Whoa no no yeah
Just a little bit 'o lovin girl
Whoa no no yeah
This person will expect something in return for his help, like affection or loyalty
Well like a vampire
She stalks the streets at night
Say's he's gonna give you every thing you want and more
If the time is right
And no you ain't got
You ain't got
To take
But any bit of his lovin' girl
No no oh yeah
Any bit of his lovin girl
This person is a predator, offering false promises and taking advantage of vulnerable people
Say money's comin' in
But every thing is fine
Food on the fridge
And there's plenty of time
To get you back up on top again
Its better than bein' at the bottom
In the bitter end
You may start to see some benefits from this arrangement, but it won't last and it's not worth compromising your principles
But I got you in the game
The story's told
Devils come around
To take your soul
I warned you about this person and their intentions, and now you're trapped in their game
Said he wants to be your number one man
And tell you when to walk
And who to fuck
And when you can stand
The back seat of
A limosine
But if you make a million dollars
Baby you'll be the queen
Of it all
This person wants to control every aspect of your life and demean you, but they promise money and power if you comply
Oh no no yeah
You'll be the queen of it all
Whoa no no yeah
The promise of wealth and success is tempting, but it's important to remember the cost
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: CRISTOFER WELTER, DANIEL DELACRUZ, KYLE MCDONALD, MILES DOUGHTY, OGUER OCON, PAUL WOLSTENCROFT, RYAN MORAN
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Macy Nelson
on 2 AM
Is this song about the 27 club?