is a multinational formation based in Essen/Germany.
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is a multinational formation based in Essen/Germany.
The musical style contains: Jazz, Bossa, Swing, Latin and Retro elements, as far as Chill-out.
Album releases:
SWINGFOOD MOOD, 2006 MusicMail Tonträger
BOSSA FOR A COUP, 2007 ChinChin Records
SWINGFOOD MOOD 2nd edition, 2008 EMI distribution
TAPE FIVE is present on lots of compilations like Cafe del Mar, Campari Lounge, Cigar Lounge,
RAM Cafe, Tokyo Cruise, Jazz Lounge, Claude Challe select, Private Beach Club, Bar Tunes and many more...
www.tapefive.com
www.myspace.com/tapefive
And there are some stylish retro videos on
www.youtube.com/tapefive
A Martini?
Pantaloons
Tape Five Lyrics
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Swinging dobedoo – do the do, like betty boop?
It said: Tonight josephine, try something keen!
Soon, get off your pantaloons!
Get in your step-ins and then you will feel alright.
A brandnew cologne, don't tie your skirt too tight!
It makes you shake your leg to the magnetic waltz
Mirror, mirror up on the wall, who's the fairest of them all,
Trying hard bedoo-bedee, be a jazzage baby?
It said: Tonight josephine, stay on the scene!
Real soon, get off your pantaloons!
Magic mirror – on the wall, who's the fairest chick of them all,
Swinging dobedoo do the do, like betty boop?
It said: Tonight josephine, try something keen!
Coda:
High noon, get off your pantaloons.
Now, get off your pantaloons!
The lyrics of Tape Five's "Pantaloons" revolve around the idea of self-expression and self-acceptance. The song starts with the phrase "Magic mirror – on the wall, who's the fairest chick of them all," which is a reference to the famous line from the story of Snow White. However, instead of wanting to be the fairest of them all, the song encourages embracing one's own unique style and personality.
The lyrics continue with the suggestion to try something new and exciting, represented by the phrase "Try something keen!" This can be interpreted as an invitation to step out of one's comfort zone and break free from societal expectations. The line "Get in your step-ins and then you will feel alright" further emphasizes the importance of feeling comfortable in one's own skin.
Line by Line Meaning
Magic mirror – on the wall, who's the fairest chick of them all,
Asking a mirror to reveal the most attractive woman in its sight.
Swinging dobedoo – do the do, like betty boop?
Asking if dancing in a fun and lively manner is as easy as Betty Boop makes it look.
It said: Tonight josephine, try something keen!
The mirror advises Josephine to try something exciting and different tonight.
Soon, get off your pantaloons!
Urging Josephine to remove her pants and get ready for a fun night.
Get in your step-ins and then you will feel alright.
Getting dressed in comfortable undergarments will boost your confidence.
A brandnew cologne, don't tie your skirt too tight!
Wearing a fresh scent of perfume is important, but don't wear a skirt that is too restrictive.
It makes you shake your leg to the magnetic waltz
The music is so lively and enchanting that it makes you want to dance wildly.
Magic ballrooms wont play no schmaltz!
The ballroom's playlist won't play any boring or unappealing music.
Trying hard bedoo-bedee, be a jazzage baby?
Asking if it's possible to be as cool and stylish as jazz-age icons by putting in effort.
It said: Tonight josephine, stay on the scene!
The mirror advises Josephine to be present and active in the party scene tonight.
Coda: High noon, get off your pantaloons.
Reinforcing the earlier message of getting ready for a lively afternoon or evening by removing your pants.
Now, get off your pantaloons!
A final reminder to let loose and enjoy the festivities by taking off your pants.
Contributed by Grayson M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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Magic mirror – on the wall, who's the fairest chick of them all
Swinging dobedoo – do the do, like betty boop?
It said: Tonight josephine, try something keen!
Soon, get off your pantaloons!
Get in your step-ins and then you will feel alright
A brandnew cologne, don't tie your skirt too tight!
It makes you shake your leg to the magnetic waltz
Magic ballrooms won't play no schmaltz!
Mirror, mirror up on the wall, who's the fairest of them all
Trying hard bedoo-bedee, be a jazzage baby?
It said: Tonight josephine, stay on the scene!
Real soon, get off your pantaloons!
Magic mirror – on the wall, who's the fairest chick of them all
Swinging dobedoo do the do, like betty boop?
It said: Tonight josephine, try something keen!
Coda:
High noon, get off your pantaloons
Now, get off your pantaloons!
Pandora Chaos
I love you guys. I'm sad you're not more popular, because music like this was some of the best made in its time, in my opinion. Came from a memorable era. Hats off to you, and don't stop what you're doing.
one two
i've never heard this kind of music before (or never gave it a real listen) but it's great to dance to!
The Barbary Ghost
I love you guys! So many great songs on Tonight Josephine! I've been spinning your tracks up here in the beautiful bay area pretty consistently lately!
stevens37y
I think this is one of the best clip on the world. The camera work is simply excellent. I like the different angles movements. Would be interesting to see a kind of "making of" doc.
bkspacelab
this is amazing, great music - awesome albums !
mephiles96
discovered you guys yesterday ... it's not even music i usaually hear but you are one of my favourite bands now :D your awesome just wanted to say that :D
jaelob
I love the 20's. The jazz of Dixie, the jazz of New Orleans rules! Economy was on the move, the music was lively, the times were merry -- the roaring 20s.
Julia Jeopardy
this week i found out my dad proposed to my mum in a jazz club. not exactly in the 20's, but..should i be amazed, or..? :3
kaja k
swing is more known in the 40's and this is electro swing, so not even the "20s" style. if you want real swing from the 40s check out Glenn Miller, he practically created swing.
jaelob
no, i don't want 40s swing, that was the era of the big bands and Glen Miller, which drowned out the poetic soul and counterpoint of the 20's which could more accurately be described as Dixie. (But I do enjoy Miller's In the Mood.) The genre might be called electro swing, but the tent is big and this song in particular not only is 20s style, but so is the video obviously. I know what I'm talking about. Furthermore, the 20s did include swing, it was an earlier kind of swing with a Dixie flavor, out of which the 40s developed albeit on a different road altogether. Today, swing may be more known to be in the 40s out of retrospect, but I still prefer the 20s swing, thank you.