The band got their name while in the USA. The four often got coffee at Starbucks, and in the USA, Konstantin was known as 'Stan' - and at Starbucks they write your name on the cup when you order. The waitress asked them if they were a band and suggest the name therefore.
In September 2007 Stanfour released their debut single, Do It All, which jumped in the German single charts, and reached place 46. Their second song, For All Lovers, was chosen by Sat.1 as trailer music for the TV show 'Nur die Liebe zählt' (Only Love Counts) and ran in September 2007. Their debut album 'Wild Life' came out on February 29, 2008. From April 2 to May 5, the band were the main opening act for the Backstreet Boys on their European Tour (Germany, Belgium & Luxembourgh).
Stanfour has also toured with John Fogerty (Creedance Clearwater Revival) and played shows with Daughtry, One Republic and Bryan Adams. In addition to the heavy hitters they’ve performed with, Stanfour has had some powerful players in the music industry working on this project. Writers Max Martin [Pink, James Blunt], Lindy Robbins [Backstreet Boys], Jess Cates [Backstreet Boys], Ryan Tedder [Singer, OneRepublic], and Desmond Child [Bon Jovi, Aerosmith, Kiss] all contributed to the album, with Randy Staub [Nickelback, Metallica] mixing the final product and Martin Hansen [The Rasmus] producing.
Bombay
Stanfour Lyrics
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I can smell the hot concrete
A feeling like you know my name
Your heart is bribing me again
I’m following the Siren’s song
This is where I belong
The hills snagging up my soul
The light is changing now
Another one is gone
Get your fix just down the boulevard
I’m burning midnight oil right now
Call another round
Something’s in your way that lifts me up and pulls me down
I feel like I’m dancing to your song
All night long
You’re pulling me to the core
Broken dreams washed ashore
Growing in your big dark shade
Infatuation has a name
Marching down the street of need
You got mw on a tight, tight leash
Starving souls on the floor
I can hear them call for more
The light is changing now
Another one is gone
Get your fix just down the boulevard
I’m burning midnight oil right now
Call another round
Something’s in your way that lifts me up and pulls me down
I feel like I’m dancing to your song
All night long
Oh, the light is changing now
Another one is gone
Get your fix just down the boulevard
I’m burning midnight oil right now
Call another round
Something’s in your way that lifts me up and pulls me down
I feel like I’m dancing to your song
Oh, something’s in your way that lifts me up and pulls me down
I feel like I’m dancing to your song
Oh, I feel like I’m dancing to your song
I feel like I’m dancing to your song
To your song
The song "Bombay" by Stanfour is a reflection of the experiences of the singer in the city of Bombay (now Mumbai). The song begins with the singer lying at the feet of someone, possibly a lover, and taking in the sights and smells of the bustling city. The reference to the hot concrete suggests a sense of discomfort or uneasiness, but the singer is drawn to the city nevertheless. The chorus, which repeats throughout the song, emphasizes the pull of the city and the singer's feeling that they belong there. The "Siren's song" is a metaphor for this attraction and also suggests the danger inherent in the city.
The second verse emphasizes the darker aspects of the city. The singer feels that they are being pulled in different directions and that their desires are in conflict with one another. The broken dreams and starving souls suggest that the city can be a place of despair and desperation. However, even in the face of this darkness, the singer feels drawn to the city and unable to break free from its grip.
Overall, "Bombay" is a complex and nuanced portrayal of the city, highlighting both its allure and its dangers. The repeated chorus emphasizes the singer's feeling of being trapped and unable to resist the pull of the city, even as they acknowledge its flaws.
Line by Line Meaning
Kicking, lying at your feet
I am subservient to you and feel small in comparison.
I can smell the hot concrete
The environment around me is loud, busy, and filled with an urban energy.
A feeling like you know my name
The connection between us runs deep, almost as if you know everything about me.
Your heart is bribing me again
You have an irresistible hold over me and I am easily persuaded by your charm.
I’m following the Siren’s song
I am drawn to you, but I know it may lead to danger or destruction.
This is where I belong
Despite the risks, I cannot resist the pull I feel towards you and this place.
The hills snagging up my soul
The natural beauty of the land is enchanting me and captivating my spirit.
You’re beating me to the goal
You are ahead of me in this game we are playing, and I am in awe of your skill.
The light is changing now
Time is passing quickly and things are constantly in flux.
Another one is gone
Another opportunity, moment, or person has slipped away from us.
Get your fix just down the boulevard
There are vices and distractions available just a short distance away.
I’m burning midnight oil right now
I am fully invested and committed to this path or pursuit.
Call another round
I am ready for whatever comes next and fully embracing the experience.
Something’s in your way that lifts me up and pulls me down
Despite the ups and downs, I am completely enamored with you and the influence you have over me.
I feel like I’m dancing to your song
Your influence over me is like a melody that I can’t help but move to, even when the tempo changes unexpectedly.
You’re pulling me to the core
Your influence over me is deep and all-consuming, touching the very core of my being.
Broken dreams washed ashore
The harsh realities of life and loss are ever-present and affecting us.
Growing in your big dark shade
Despite the risks and challenges, I am growing and thriving under your influence and protection.
Infatuation has a name
The pull I feel towards you is not just a passing fancy, but a true infatuation.
Marching down the street of need
Life feels like a constant march towards satisfying our desires and fulfilling our needs.
You got me on a tight, tight leash
You have complete control over me and I am fully submissive to your will.
Starving souls on the floor
There are others around us who are desperate and suffering, but we are too focused on our own desires to notice.
I can hear them call for more
Despite my fixation on you, I am aware of the needs and suffering of others around us.
Oh, I feel like I’m dancing to your song
The influence you have over me is so strong that I feel like I am dancing along to the rhythm of your will.
To your song
My life is fully consumed by the pull of your influence and I cannot resist following your lead.
Contributed by Jasmine T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.