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.
Used Leather
Tank Lyrics
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I want to find a woman who smiles when she swallows I want to find a lover
That dives in the shadows I always have to stop
So I never see what follows how can you shoot a gun
When you can't get the ammo we could have the time of our lives
We could stay awake all night her open gusset tights are tied together
Used leather, hanging loose will she take a bribe
Her insides are so hollow her slut designer jeans
Take hours to unravel she finds it hard to talk with her mouth full of gravel
The lyrics to Tank's song "Used Leather" display a desire for a certain type of woman. The singer wants a woman who is not afraid to be daring and adventurous in the bedroom (i.e., smiles when she swallows). He desires a lover who is not afraid of the dark side of life and is willing to take risks with him by his side in the shadows. However, he is hindered by his own inability to see what follows, which may be a metaphor for his fear of the consequences of his actions. The singer acknowledges that he needs to find ammunition to shoot his gun, which could be interpreted as a way to achieve his desires, but he seems to be stuck in a cycle of stopping before seeing the outcome.
Despite this, the singer still sees the potential for a wild, thrilling time with this woman, even if it means staying up all night. He describes his ideal woman's attire as "her open gusset tights tied together, used leather hanging loose," indicating a preference for a more risqué and unconventional look. The singer also alludes to the idea of offering money to the woman to alleviate his own sorrows, potentially suggesting a transactional relationship.
The woman described in the lyrics is depicted as someone with "insides...so hollow" and "a mouth full of gravel," suggesting a sense of emptiness and toughness. Even her fashion choices are described as a "slut designer jeans" that take "hours to unravel," implying a certain kind of complexity and perhaps even a level of pretentiousness. Overall, the lyrics paint a portrait of a man looking for a partner in crime and willing to push boundaries, but also acknowledging his own limitations.
Line by Line Meaning
I want to find a woman who smiles when she swallows I want to find a lover
Tank is looking for a sexual partner who has enthusiasm and enjoys the act of fellatio.
That dives in the shadows I always have to stop So I never see what follows
Tank wants a woman who is adventurous and spontaneous like him. But he also recognizes that his choices may lead to consequences he is not prepared to face.
How can you shoot a gun When you can't get the ammo
The line implies that tank is unable to fulfill his sexual desires without the right type of woman.
We could have the time of our lives We could stay awake all night
Tank is suggesting that he is looking for a woman who is open-minded and ready to have fun without worrying about consequences.
Her open gusset tights are tied together Used leather, hanging loose
The line suggests that the woman Tank is describing is wearing worn-out, cheap clothing, and may be struggling to keep it together.
Will she take a bribe To relieve all my sorrows
Tank is proposing that he may pay her for sex, implying she may not be able to afford the things he wants.
I'll need a sherpa guide Her insides are so hollow
This line suggests that Tank is looking for a woman with a lot of experience, who can show him what to do as someone who is inexperienced or uncertain. Additionally, the word 'hollow' suggests the woman he is describing may be emotionally unavailable.
Her slut designer jeans Take hours to unravel
Tank is describing a woman who takes a long time to get dressed, and is probably high-maintenance.
She finds it hard to talk with her mouth full of gravel
This line suggests that the woman Tank is describing may be difficult to communicate with and may have a rough exterior.
Contributed by Audrey K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@kainnosgoth7336
Now THIS is the REAL Tank! Accept no substitutes,, Algy Ward is the ONLY commander for the platoon!
@SteymarStark
Brilliantly underrated band!
@kainnosgoth7336
Indeed they are! One of the leaders on the front lines of the New Wave Of British Heavy Metal.
@yingluan4959
One of the fucking classics of all time............got drunk to this record when I was 19. That was 35 years ago......haha!
@yokerecords803
This cut absolutely kills!!! One of the best songs in Metal, ever!! Tank rules!!
@nicksaunders9089
Rip Algy Ward
@ironskull66666
Rest In Peace Algy!
@KB-P
Happy B-Day Sir!!!
July 11,1959.
Rock n Roll
@heavymetalrocknrollusa
Kicked my ass live twice in the day. Can't beat the old Heavy metal no matter how hard they try......
@ThatKrookedVulture
I just bought my first leather jacket today (USED LEATHER) and so I've been listening to this all day. I'm wearing it right now. P.S. What kind of musically fucked up world are we living in when this Tank song has already been up exactly a year and it only has 200 views?