Family Favorites takes the listener on a semi-autobiographical sonic tour of Shmitt’s woeful observations as he and those closest to him stumble, kick, scream, falter and embrace life at its toughest and poignant best. The moods range from manic to somber, passionate to disenchanted… all with an under-pinning of humor and hope. It is this light amidst the darkness that makes Shmitt’s songs infinitely listenable. The sensitivity of Shmitt’s viewfinder on the world gives his words, music and rich vocals a tender, hard hitting and universal appeal. His songs resonate deeper with each listen.
On his third release, Other People’s Stuff (Realistic Records), Shmitt delivers an upbeat and thoroughly enjoyable musical journey of fourteen cover tunes, expertly spanning decades and genres. Shmitt’s interpretation of these songs is a departure from his previous two self-penned releases, Dog Steal The Moon and Nothing Is Real (Realistic Records). His understanding and respect for the songwriting process is clear, shining through in his production, musical arrangements, mixes and vocal performances.
Shmitt’s supporting cast of players on Other People’s Stuff is outstanding and includes special appearances by celebrities and legends such as David Johansen (NY Dolls, Buster Pointdexter, The Harry Smiths), Levon Helm (The Band), Gordon Gano (Violent Femmes), Jayotis Washington (The Persuasions), Willy DeVille (Mink DeVille), and Stockard Channing (The West Wing, Grease).
Through his production choices on Other People’s Stuff, Shmitt pays tribute to the original songwriters and performers of the tunes, while at the same time putting his personal thumbprint on the work, making it fresh and undeniably his own. His lush vocals and top-notch guitar playing make the CD timeless and infinitely listenable. The CD possess the warmth of the past, and manages to be thoroughly modern.
On Dog Steal The Moon, Shmitt followed up the critical success of his debut release, Nothing Is Real, by delivering a new collection of original songs; Shmitt’s trademark ballads are made even more poignant, on Dog Steal The Moon, by their juxtaposition to a set of uptempo rockers that prove Shmitt’s ability to crank it up. Written, performed, arranged and produced by Shmitt, he demonstrates his audio-fluency, and capacity to conceptualize a cohesive project. His confessional style of writing possesses a familiarity and a uniqueness. “A singular voice whose songs get as much power from the words as from the music... lyrically poetic,” wrote New York Post rock reviewer Dan Aquilante.
Shmitt’s talent hasn’t gone unnoticed. Radio personality Vin Scelsa (NYC) sang praises, “artist Stuffy Shmitt... his tunes knock me out” and called Nothing Is Real “a mesmerizing piece of work.” And radio host Peter Bochan (NYC) named the debut CD “one of the best indie releases this year.” Shmitt has two songs featured in the independent feature “Thirty Days” (An Araca Group/Arielle Tepper Production). He composed and produced the soundtrack for the documentary, “Abandoned,” (Crowing Rooster Arts, Inc.) which premiered at the Human Rights Watch Film Festival at Lincoln Center in New York City and won the Dupont/Columbia University Award for Excellence in Broadcast Journalism. Other film music credits include “The Heavenly Kid” (Orion Pictures) and the award-winning educational children’s film “Whatever Happened To The Dinosaurs?” (Blackwatch Productions). Shmitt also co-wrote the theme song for the Ace Award winning MTV show “Turn It Up.” His music can be heard in the film "Happy Tears" starring Rip Torn and Demi Moore and in the Showtime series "Californication". He has performed his own material in venues coast to coast.
Stuffy Shmitt’s albums Family Favorites, Other People’s Stuff, Dog Steal The Moon and Nothing Is Real are available at CDBaby.com and iTunes. www.stuffyshmitt.com
Sh-Boom
Stuffy Shmitt Lyrics
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Life could be a dream
Boom ba-doh, ba-doo ba-doodle-ay (sh-boom)
Life could be a dream
If I could take you up in paradise up above (sh-boom)
If you would tell me I'm the only one that you love
Life could be a dream sweetheart
Boom ba-doh, ba-doo ba-doodle-ay (sh-boom)
Boom ba-doh, ba-doo ba-doodle-ay (sh-boom)
Oh, life could be a dream (sh-boom)
If only all my precious plans would come true (sh-boom)
If you would let me spend my whole life lovin' you
Life could be a dream sweetheart
Every time I look at you
Something is on my mind (dat-dat-dat-dat-dat-duh)
If you do what I want you to
Baby, we'd be so fine
Oh, life could be a dream (sh-boom)
If I could take you up in paradise up above (sh-boom)
If you would tell me I'm the only one that you love
Life could be a dream sweetheart
(Hello hello again, sh-boom and hopin' we'll meet again) boom sh-boom
Hey nonny ding dong, alang alang alang (sh-boom)
Ba-doh, ba-doo ba-doodle-ay
Life could be a dream
Life could be a dream, sweetheart
(Dee-oody-ooh, sh-boom, sh-boom)
(Dee-oody-ooh, sh-boom, sh-boom)
(Dee-oody-ooh, sh-boom, sh-boom)
(Dee-oody-ooh, sh-boom, sh-boom)
(Dee-oody-ooh, sh-boom, sh-boom)
(Dee-oody-ooh, sh-boom, sh-boom)
(Dee-oody-ooh, sh-boom, sh-boom)
Life could be a dream, sh-boom
If I could take you up in paradise up above
Sh-boom if you would tell me I'm the only one that you love
Life could be a dream sweetheart
(Hello hello again, sh-boom and hopin' we'll meet again) boom sh-boom
Hey nonny ding dong, alang alang alang (sh-boom)
Ba-doh, ba-doo ba-doodle-ay
Life could be a dream
Life could be a dream
Dee-oody-ooh, sh-boom, sh-boom
The lyrics to "Sh-Boom" by The Chords are a celebration of the joy of love and the possibilities that it brings. The song recognizes the ups and downs of life, but emphasizes that with love, life can truly be a dream. The opening lines repeat the phrase "Life could be a dream" twice, establishing the song's central theme. The following lines introduce the idea of paradise, which suggests that love can be a kind of utopia, a place where everything is perfect. The lyrics go on to describe the singer's desire to be loved in a specific and exclusive way, highlighting the importance of commitment and fidelity in a romantic relationship.
The chorus repeats the phrase "Sh-boom" several times, which is meant to mimic the sound of a drumbeat or explosion. This creates a celebratory mood and a sense of excitement, emphasizing the joy that love can bring. The playful lyrics that follow, including the lines "Hey nonny ding dong, alang alang alang," add to the carefree and whimsical tone of the song.
Overall, "Sh-Boom" is a celebration of life and love, and a reminder of the power that these things can hold. It acknowledges that life can be tough at times, but suggests that with the right person by your side, anything is possible.
Line by Line Meaning
Life could be a dream
Life has the potential to be perfect
Life could be a dream
Life has the potential to be a dream come true
Boom ba-doh, ba-doo ba-doodle-ay (sh-boom)
The perfection of life is emphasized with this catchy refrain
If I could take you up in paradise up above (sh-boom)
Life would be perfect if I could take you to paradise
If you would tell me I'm the only one that you love
Life would be perfect if you would only love me back
Life could be a dream sweetheart
Life has the potential to be perfect, my love
(Hello hello again, sh-boom and hopin' we'll meet again)
I hope to see you again
Oh, life could be a dream (sh-boom)
Life has the potential to be perfect
If only all my precious plans would come true (sh-boom)
Life would be perfect if all my plans would come true
If you would let me spend my whole life lovin' you
Life would be perfect if I could spend my whole life loving you
Every time I look at you
You are always on my mind
Something is on my mind (dat-dat-dat-dat-dat-duh)
I can't stop thinking about you
If you do what I want you to
If you love me back
Baby, we'd be so fine
Our love would be perfect
Hey nonny ding dong, alang alang alang (sh-boom)
This catchy refrain emphasizes the beauty of life and love
Ba-doh, ba-doo ba-doodle-ay
This is another catchy refrain that adds song and emphasis to the beauty of life and love
(Dee-oody-ooh, sh-boom, sh-boom)
This refrain embodies the message of the song that life and love could be perfect
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: JAMES C KEYES, CARL FEASTER, FLOYD MC RAE, CLAUDE FEASTER, JAMES W. EDWARDS
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