There are mutliple artists with this name:

1) Tank (stylized as … Read Full Bio ↴There are mutliple artists with this name:

1) Tank (stylized as TANK) is the name of two British heavy metal bands, both of which stem from a band formed in 1980 by Algy Ward (ex-The Saints, ex-The Damned). The band's brand filthy metal was loved by both punk and metal fans. The original band is known as part of the new wave of British heavy metal movement. Tank was often compared to Motörhead as both bands were trios fronted by singing bassists, and played a loose, almost punk-styled metal music with often colourful lyrics. Lemmy, of Motörhead, helped them get their first record deal, and "Fast" Eddie Clarke was picked as producer for their debut album, "Filth Hounds of Hades". Heavily influenced by bands like Motörhead, they were a productive force of the NWOBHM movement, and are still making music in the 21st century. After legal and creative disputes, Algy Ward led one version of the group while guitarists Mick Tucker and Cliff Evans led the other (Tucker/Evans Tank).

2) Tank is the stage name of an American R&B singer, songwriter, musician, and producer, Durrell Babbs.

Tank was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on January 1, 1976 and he was raised in Clinton, Maryland, a suburb of Washington, D.C. Tank took an instant interest in singing and playing the piano, partially due to his alliance to religion — his cousin directed the church choir and helped the aspiring vocalist foster his singing talent from an early age. His stage name comes from his chiseled physique. A multi-sport athlete in high school, he had the opportunity to play college football. However, Tank decided to focus on music, and his talent eventually led him to an opportunity to sing background vocals for Ginuwine during one of Ginuwine's tours. Next, he found himself singing with Aaliyah and then Blackground Records founder Barry Hankerson, and his son (and company president) Jomo Hankerson took notice, offering Tank the opportunity to become a solo artist. In 2001, Tank realized his ambitions, seeing his debut album, Force of Nature, released to a national audience. This LP rendered the Top 10 R&B ballad, "Maybe I Deserve".

The next year, Tank released his second album, One Man. The single of the same name had chart success as well. He also co-produced the smash hit single "One Minute Man" by Missy Elliott in 2002.

Tank has also made a name for himself as a producer and writer, working with artists such as Dave Hollister, Marques Houston, Omarion, Jamie Foxx, Donell Jones, Monica among others. Along with The Underdogs, he has worked with many different artists over the years and was also a contributor to the score of the film adaptation of the musical Dreamgirls, in which he also had a cameo.

Tank sold what was to be the lead single to his 3rd album, "I Luv Dem Girls", to Marques Houston who renamed it "Strip Club" (this song appears on Marques Houston's 3rd solo album "Veteran"). Tank has recently worked on Kelly Rowland's second album Ms. Kelly on the tracks "The Show" (a duet with Tank himself) and "Ghetto" featuring Snoop Dogg. "Ghetto" is also set to be the album's second single.

Tank released his 3rd solo album entitled "Sex, Love & Pain" on May 15, 2007. The first single of this album is "Please Don't Go". Tank has also formed a group with Ginuwine and Tyrese named TGT. Their first single will be a remix of "Please Don't Go", with an international tour entitled "The Shirts Off Tour" and search for a fourth member to follow.

Tank, along with Tyrese, are set to perform in West Oakland at the Paramount Theater on November 2, 2007.

3) Tank Taiwanese (呂建中), is a talented singer composer. TANK was said to be the next big thing after David Tao, Lee Hom and Jay Chou for his talent in composing songs, singing and dancing. Before releasing his debut album, TANK was already well known through his composed songs for S.H.E. Besides that, he was also known through his songs, 三國戀 (Romance in the 3 Kingdom) and 給我你的愛 (Give Me Your Love) which both are the ending themes for two famous Taiwan drama series. TANK also is the spokesperson for computer game, "激戰" (GuildWars) and composed a song for the game.

Since then, "TANK" had became one of the most popular keyword among new artists to be searched in search engines.

While TANK was choosing songs to be fitted to his debut album, he had uploaded several songs and had set a poll on wretch.cc to be listened by his friends and let them vote for songs to be fitted in his new album. To his surprise, thousands of fans came to his blog to listen to his songs.

TANK's debut album, Fighting 生存之道 (Fighting, The Law of Living) is a fusion of Hip Hop, RnB, Rock and traditional Chinese music. The album has been on the Taiwan album sales chart (G-music chart) number 1 spot for 3 weeks beating Tank's own idol, A Mei, Guang Liang and Rainie Yang. He is now still charting in G-music chart and his album has sold over 100,000 copies in Taiwan to date.

4) Tank was also a project by the German producers Christopher von Deylen and Sören Schnakenberg. They produced 5 electronic music tracks and made a few remixes for other artists.

5) Tank is one of the many names under which Guy Blakeslee (Entrance) releases music.

6) Tank is a french melodic death metal band formed in 2007. They define their music as "tank metal". They only released a self-titled EP in 2007, featuring two songs : Tank and Brothers in Arms.

Line-Up:
Raf - Vocals
Symheris - Lead Guitar
Edd - Rhythm Guitar
Olivier - Bass
Reno - Drums

7) Tank is a South Korean rapper, and singer. He is best known for his song 159cm.

C-Ing Dub-All
Tank Lyrics

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It's my life and I have made a decision it's Friday night and I'm heading right for oblivion
It won't take me long to find my relief by closing time, I'll be fucked up beyond belief
Barman, would you help me up again, when I fall a whole weeks wages pissed up the wall
Would you like to help me with my disease I'll drink you under the table on your feet or your knees
If you need a cure you're in trouble I sure need a cure give me a double
I'm really not interested in your opinion you boring harrumph get out, goodbye, good riddance

Barman, would you help me up again, when I fall a whole weeks wages pissed up the wall

Would you like to help me with my disease I'll drink you under the table on your feet or your knees
If you need a cure you're in trouble I sure need a cure I'm

Overall Meaning

not looking for redemption, just want to endure
These lyrics from Tank's song, C-Ing Dub-All, tell the story of a man who has made the decision to indulge in his vices and head towards oblivion on a Friday night. He plans to drink until he is "fucked up beyond belief" and is not interested in anyone's opinions or help. He knows he needs a cure for his disease, but he is not looking for redemption, only endurance. The lyrics show the struggle of addiction and the desire to escape reality.

The repetition of the chorus, "Barman, would you help me up again, when I fall a whole week's wages pissed up the wall, would you like to help me with my disease I'll drink you under the table on your feet or your knees, if you need a cure you're in trouble, I sure need a cure give me a double," highlights the perpetual cycle of drinking and falling and emphasizes the man's desperation for help and cure.

Overall, these lyrics convey a powerful message about the struggles of addiction and the desire to escape reality. The man in the song is making excuses for his behavior, but ultimately knows that he needs help. The repetition of the chorus highlights the cyclical nature of addiction and the need for intervention.

Line by Line Meaning

It's my life and I have made a decision it's Friday night and I'm heading right for oblivion
I am in control of my life and I have chosen to go out and get drunk on this Friday night, potentially losing awareness of my surroundings and blacking out.

It won't take me long to find my relief by closing time, I'll be fucked up beyond belief
I will find solace in alcohol quickly and by the time the bar closes, I will be heavily intoxicated.

Barman, would you help me up again, when I fall a whole weeks wages pissed up the wall
I am asking the bartender to assist me when I inevitably stumble and waste a significant amount of money on alcohol.

Would you like to help me with my disease I'll drink you under the table on your feet or your knees
If you want to try to cure my addiction, be prepared for me to out-drink you whether you are standing or kneeling.

If you need a cure you're in trouble I sure need a cure give me a double
If you are looking for a way to cure your own addiction, you are in trouble. As for me, just give me another drink.

I'm really not interested in your opinion you boring harrumph get out, goodbye, good riddance
I do not care about your thoughts or advice, you are dull and unpleasant. Please leave and do not return.

Barman, would you help me up again, when I fall a whole weeks wages pissed up the wall
Once again, I am asking the bartender to assist me when I inevitably stumble and waste a significant amount of money on alcohol.

If you need a cure you're in trouble I sure need a cure
If you are trying to find a way to overcome your addiction, it will be difficult. As for me, I know I am in desperate need of a cure.

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