Signing with John Peel's Dandelion label, they released the single "Roadrunner" in 1970, followed by their self-titled debut album in 1971. Led by singer John Knail, they developed a reputation as an excellent live act, despite Knail's habit of throwing bottles or assaulting crowds who were not appreciative of their efforts. Another single, "You Really Got Me," followed in 1972, as did their second album, Bugger Off, a title which saw it banned by several shops.
CONTRARY TO ALL OTHER INTERNET INFORMATION MIKE SWEENEY DID NOT SING IN STACKWADDY: There have only been five members of Stack Waddy Mick Stott, Stuart Banham, John Knail , Steve Revell [ who was replaced by ] John Groom
(quoted from the band's website 10/07)
It's All Over Now
Stack Waddy Lyrics
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She made me cry, she done me wrong
She hurt my eyes open, that's no lie
Tables turn and now her turn to cry
Because I used to love her but it's all over now
Because I used to love her but it's all over now
She spent all my money, playing her high class game
She put me out, it was a pity how I cried
Tables turn and now her turn to cry
Because I used to love her but it's all over now
Because I used to love her but it's all over now
Well, I used to walk in the morning, get my breakfast in bed
When I'd gotten worried, she'd ease my aching head
But now she's here and there, with every man in town
Still trying to take me for that same old clown
Because I used to love her but it's all over now
Because I used to love her but it's all over now
Because I used to love her but it's all over now
Because I used to love her but it's all over now
The lyrics to Stack Waddy's song "It's All Over Now" recount the story of a failed relationship. The singer, who was once deeply in love with his partner, has now fallen out of love and has moved on. The first verse sets the scene by describing how the singer's partner used to stay out all night, made him cry, and hurt him deeply. This was a painful experience for the singer, but now the tables have turned, and it is his partner's turn to feel the pain.
The second verse elaborates on the reasons why the relationship failed. The singer's partner was unfaithful, spent all his money, and treated him poorly. He was heartbroken when she put him out, but now he feels vindicated because she is experiencing the same pain he felt. In the final verse, the singer remembers how things used to be when he was in love with his partner. He enjoyed walking in the morning and getting breakfast in bed, and she would comfort him whenever he was worried or in pain. However, now that she is with every man in town, the singer feels like she is still trying to take advantage of him.
Line by Line Meaning
Well, baby, used to stay out all night long
My partner used to go out all night long and leave me alone.
She made me cry, she done me wrong
My partner hurt me emotionally and did something that was not right.
She hurt my eyes open, that's no lie
My partner made me see things I didn't want to see and it was true.
Tables turn and now her turn to cry
Now the situation has changed and my partner is the one feeling emotional distress.
Because I used to love her but it's all over now
I used to have strong feelings for my partner, but now those feelings have ended.
Well, she used to run around with every man in town
My partner used to cheat on me with multiple people in our community.
She spent all my money, playing her high class game
My partner wasted my finances on her luxurious lifestyle.
She put me out, it was a pity how I cried
My partner kicked me out of our shared living space and it made me emotional.
Well, I used to walk in the morning, get my breakfast in bed
My partner used to treat me kindly and serve me breakfast in bed.
When I'd gotten worried, she'd ease my aching head
When I was stressed or upset, my partner would comfort me.
But now she's here and there, with every man in town
My partner is now promiscuous and can be found with various men.
Still trying to take me for that same old clown
My partner is still trying to manipulate and use me like before.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Abkco Music Inc., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Bobby Womack, Shirley Womack
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