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)
You Really Got Me
Stack Waddy Lyrics
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You got me so I dont know what Im doin
Yeah, you really got me now
You got me so I cant sleep at night
Yeah, you really got me now
You got me so I dont know what Im doin, now
Oh yeah, you really got me now
You really got me
You really got me
You really got me
See, dont ever set me free
I always wanna be by your side
Girl, you really got me now
You got me so I cant sleep at night
Yeah, you really got me now
You got me so I dont know what Im doin, now
Oh yeah, you really got me now
You got me so I cant sleep at night
You really got me
You really got me
You really got me
Oh no...
See, dont ever set me free
I always wanna be by your side
Girl, you really got me now
You got me so I cant sleep at night
Yeah, you really got me now
You got me so I dont know what Im doin, now
Oh yeah, you really got me now
You got me so I cant sleep at night
You really got me
You really got me
You really got me
The lyrics of Stack Waddy's song "You Really Got Me" showcases the intense emotions that one can feel when they are completely enamored with someone. The beginning of the song sets the tone with the first line, "Girl, you really got me goin," which expresses how the singer is so captivated by her that he feels as though he isn't in control of himself. He is not able to function properly because of how much he is drawn to her. The repetition of the line "You really got me" throughout the song emphasizes the extent of the singer's infatuation.
The lyrics further showcase the singer's need to be close to the girl. He states, "I always wanna be by your side," emphasizing that he never wants to be away from her. The use of "see, don't ever set me free" further emphasizes that he is willing to do anything to stay with her. The lyrics in this song show how someone can feel so overcome with love and desire that it almost becomes a form of obsession.
Overall, the song illustrates how love and affection can consume a person to the point where they are unable to function without the other person. The singer's desperation to be with the girl shows just how powerful love can be.
Line by Line Meaning
Girl, you really got me goin
Woman, you have ensnared me with your charm and I am fully invested in our relationship
You got me so I dont know what Im doin
You have such a profound influence on me that I am losing my sense of identity and control
Yeah, you really got me now
Undoubtedly, you have gained complete control over my body and mind
You got me so I cant sleep at night
I am so preoccupied with thoughts of you that I am unable to rest at night
You really got me
I am completely and utterly bewitched by you
See, dont ever set me free
Please ensure that I remain by your side for eternity
I always wanna be by your side
I am thoroughly committed and loyal to our partnership
Oh no...
Alas, I am trapped in your love and cannot escape its hold
Contributed by Landon R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.