1. A popular indie pop ba… Read Full Bio ↴There are several artists which use this name:
1. A popular indie pop band from Canada
2. A rock band from the United Kingdom featuring Syd Barrett
3. A rock band from Australia
4. A country rock band from Australia
For the Japanese psychedelic group, please see The Stars
1. Stars is a Canadian indie pop band signed to the Arts & Crafts label. Originally formed in Toronto in 1998 by vocalist Torquil Campbell and keyboardist Chris Seligman, the band relocated to New York City and then subsequently to Montreal. The band also includes singer-guitarist Amy Millan and bassist Evan Cranley. Drummer Pat McGee has toured with the band for years, despite not appearing on their albums until the release of Set Yourself On Fire.
The bandโs breakthrough single was Ageless Beauty, from their 2004 album Set Yourself on Fire. While released to minimal fanfare in Canada in October of 2004, Set Yourself on Fire slowly gained a strong following and critical praise soon after its 8 March 2005 U.S. release.
Millan, Campbell and Cranley are also members of the indie band Broken Social Scene; Seligman, although uncredited, has contributed to past Broken Social Scene albums. Millan has since embarked on a solo career, releasing a record entitled Honey From the Tombs in July 2006. Campbell has a side-project with friend Chris Dumont entitled Memphis; their latest album, A Little Place In the Wilderness, was released in August 2006.
On their website, they have noted that their name was chosen, by coincidence, without prior knowledge of the short-lived project by Syd Barrett. They have cited a wide variety of musical likes and influences ranging from Berlioz to Outkast, citing among others Barrett, Paddy McAloon, New Order, The Smiths, Brian Wilson and Momus. They covered The Smithsโ This Charming Man on 2001โs Nightsongs and The Poguesโ Fairytale of New York in 2005. Other indie artists have been guest collaborators on many of their tracks, especially for an early period including the release of their first LP.
2. The Stars is a Japanese psychedelic rock band. It consists of ex-members of the legendary band White Heaven including Michio Kurihara (Ghost, Boris, Ai Aso) on guitar and You Ishihara on vocals. For more information see The Stars.
3. Stars, a short-lived British band in 1972. Its members were Syd Barrett on guitar, Twink on drums, and Jack Monck (of Delivery) on bass. They played three live concerts in Cambridge before Barrett left the group, thus (essentially) ending it. Shortly thereafter Syd Barrett left music altogether and began a life in seclusion, and this project is sometimes seen as the so called 'straw that broke the camel's back'. Recordings of their performances remain lost, though it has been attested that all three performances contained early Pink Floyd songs and different versions of tracks from Barrett's 1970 solo album The Madcap Laughs. It has also been stated in multiple accounts that in each show Barrett entered one of his somewhat trademark catatonic trances, the worst coming in their second concert, where Barrett became almost completely frozen and had to be carried off stage. This was not unusual, having happened many times while Syd was still a member of Pink Floyd.
According to Twink, the band ended when Barrett approached him in the street, carrying a scathing review of their third concert. He waved the paper in Twink's face and said, essentially, "That's it."
4. Stars, an Australian country rock band from the late 1970s, most noted for the songs 'Mighty Rock' and 'Look After Yourself'. The band's main songwriter, Andy Durant, died tragically from cancer at age 25, marking the demise of the band. Fellow band members and many other luminaries in the Australian music scene at the time including Jimmy Barnes and Renee Geyer played a memorial concert, the Andy Durant Memorial Concert, to raise money for cancer research in mid-1980.
Trap Door
Stars Lyrics
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Feels good to be here
Neurotic alcoholic
Make mine the gin and tonic
The kids in VIP are really making me angry
With lines around the block and inside the place it's empty
So step to the right, give up the fight
One more, one more, and they close that door
He told me he was young, I said "well what is that good for?"
Nobody stays that way, and day after day
All you get is the stick while you're waiting for your pay
Trap door, trap door, in the ceiling and the floor
Disappear, disappear, everybody feel the fear
You always did the things they told you to
You always bought that shit they sold you, sold you
I'm back with the hate, so sorry I was late
Yeah my name was on the list
But they said I had to wait
The kids in VIP are all looking for a family
Their teeth are made of gold but their wallets are empty
So step to the right, don't give up the fight
Yeah we're standing in the dark but we're looking for the light
One more, one more and they close that door
He told me he was young, I said "well what is that good for?"
Nobody stays that way, and day after day
All you get is the shit while you're waiting for your pay
Trap door, trap door in the ceiling and the floor
Disappear, disappear, everybody feel the fear
You always did the things they told you to
You always bought that shit they sold you, sold you
Trap door, trap door in the ceiling and the floor
Disappear, disappear, everybody feel the fear
You always did the things they told you to
You always bought that shit they sold you
One more, one more and they close that door
He told me he was young, I said "well what is that good for?"
Nobody stays that way, and day after day
All you get is the stick while you're waiting for your pay
Trap door
Trap door
The song "Trap Door" by Stars is a commentary on the deception and illusions of the entertainment industry. The opening lines "We're back with the fear / Feels good to be here / Neurotic alcoholic / Make mine the gin and tonic" speak to the anxiety and addiction that can come with being a part of this world. The lyrics continue with the singer feeling angry and frustrated by the superficiality of the VIP section and the people within it. They urge listeners to give up the fight and step to the right, as it can be hard to see the light while standing in the dark.
The chorus repeats the phrase "trap door" and describes a feeling of being trapped and exploited by the entertainment industry. The lines "Nobody stays that way, and day after day / All you get is the shit while you're waiting for your pay" suggest a sense of disillusionment and disappointment with the industry's empty promises. The final lines "You always did the things they told you to / You always bought that shit they sold you" serve as a critique of those who are complicit in perpetuating the cycle of exploitation.
Line by Line Meaning
We're back with the fear
We have returned to a state of anxiety or apprehension.
Feels good to be here
The feeling of being in this situation is fulfilling or pleasurable.
Neurotic alcoholic
A person who suffers from excessive worry or anxiety and drinks alcohol to cope with it.
Make mine the gin and tonic
I prefer to drink gin and tonic.
The kids in VIP are really making me angry
The young, privileged people in the VIP section are causing frustration or annoyance.
With lines around the block and inside the place it's empty
Despite there being long queues outside, the venue is actually empty inside.
So step to the right, give up the fight
Move aside and stop struggling against the situation.
When you're standing in the dark it's hard to see the light
It's difficult to find hope or positivity when you're in a negative or uncertain situation.
One more, one more, and they close that door
If you don't act quickly, the opportunity will be lost.
He told me he was young, I said "well what is that good for?"
Being young isn't necessarily an advantage or guarantee of success.
Nobody stays that way, and day after day
People change and time continues to pass regardless of what we do.
All you get is the stick while you're waiting for your pay
While you wait for your reward, all you receive is punishment or hardship.
Trap door, trap door, in the ceiling and the floor
A sudden and unexpected escape or change is possible at any moment.
Disappear, disappear, everybody feel the fear
The sudden disappearance creates a sense of anxiety or dread for everyone involved.
You always did the things they told you to
You followed the rules or expectations placed upon you.
You always bought that shit they sold you, sold you
You accepted and purchased the false promises or products they offered.
I'm back with the hate, so sorry I was late
I have returned with bitterness or anger, and apologize for arriving late.
Yeah my name was on the list, but they said I had to wait
Even though I was supposed to be included, I was still denied entrance and forced to wait.
The kids in VIP are all looking for a family
The privileged youth in the VIP area are seeking a sense of belonging or community.
Their teeth are made of gold but their wallets are empty
They may appear to be wealthy or successful, but in reality they are financially insecure.
So step to the right, don't give up the fight
Move aside, but continue to resist and fight against oppressive forces.
Yeah we're standing in the dark but we're looking for the light
Despite being in a negative or uncertain situation, we are actively searching for a way out or a better future.
Trap door, trap door in the ceiling and the floor
The possibility of sudden escape or change is still present.
You always did the things they told you to
You continued to abide by societal norms and expectations.
You always bought that shit they sold you
You continued to fall for and accept false promises or products.
One more, one more and they close that door
Opportunities are limited and will soon be gone if action is not taken.
Nobody stays that way, and day after day
People and situations are constantly changing and evolving.
All you get is the shit while you're waiting for your pay
The reward for your hard work or effort may not be worth the struggles you endure along the way.
Trap door
A sudden escape or change is possible.
Trap door
A sudden escape or change is possible.
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Written by: Amy E Millan, Christopher Alexander McCarron, Christopher Allen Seligman, Evan Whitney Cranley, Patrick McGee, Torquil John Campbell
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We're back with the fear
Feels good to be here
Neurotic alcoholic
Make mine the gin and tonic
The kids in VIP are really making me angry
With lines around the block and inside the place it's empty
So step to the right, give up the fight
When you're standing in the dark it's hard to see the light
One more, one more, and they close that door
He told me he was young, I said "well what is that good for?"
Nobody stays that way, and day after day
All you get is the stick while you're waiting for your pay
Trap door, trap door, in the ceiling and the floor
Disappear, disappear, everybody feel the fear
You always did the things they told you to
You always bought that shit they sold you, sold you
I'm back with the hate, so sorry I was late
Yeah my name was on the list
But they said I had to wait
The kids in VIP are all looking for a family
Their teeth are made of gold but their wallets are empty
So step to the right, don't give up the fight
Yeah we're standing in the dark but we're looking for the light
One more, one more and they close that door
He told me he was young, I said "well what is that good for?"
Nobody stays that way, and day after day
All you get is the shit while you're waiting for your pay
Trap door, trap door in the ceiling and the floor
Disappear, disappear, everybody feel the fear
You always did the things they told you to
You always bought that shit they sold you, sold you
Trap door, trap door in the ceiling and the floor
Disappear, disappear, everybody feel the fear
You always did the things they told you to
You always bought that shit they sold you
One more, one more and they close that door
He told me he was young, I said "well what is that good for?"
Nobody stays that way, and day after day
All you get is the stick while you're waiting for your pay
Trap door
Trap door
@nataliecdphotography3390
I love this song. It has such an 80s feel that I love. Reminiscent of British and Canadian bands of the 80s. LOVE. LOVE. LOVE.
@elizabethbennet4791
amazingamazingamazing
@listenerlikeyou
Love the banter, love the dance moves. And Torq, I play No One Is Lost every. Day.
@jedibanner
Hate to say it but...he was right in the video. Heard this song on the radio and first I did was to see the video on Youtube...lo and behold, there it is! Great song.
@TreacleMiner
Whoever that guy is, he's right. I heard this song on Chom last night and first thing this morning I search for it on Youtube. Glad I found something :)
@buecar
The passion from you in this video, Torq, resonates with me every time I see you play it live - gosh LA was a blast both nights, a true blessing from all of you lovely souls!
@tragicallyunhipp1920
What a Great Song....
@stoneandbone530
I love this so much. Playing on repeat until I scare myself.ย
@stoneandbone530
Scared myself like 5 listens ago, but Torq is so cute...one more, one more.ย
@anthaperkins2972
Such an incredible song and band.