The idea for the project began one day a couple of years ago when Alaina made fun of Patrick for playing tennis in college. A year later the two fled their hometown Denver to spend eight months sailing and exploring the North Atlantic coast. During their adventures they began writing music together documenting their experiences. The Longboat Pass Songfacts reports that the pair eventually recorded their songs. The resulting album, Cape Dory, is about their time on the seas, the majority of the tracks being about the difficulties they experienced during their trip.
There other artists with the same name:
2. Australian Indie band containing two brothers, two cousins and a mystery bass player. Tennis have left the halcyon days of art school behind in pursuit of the perfect musical storm. Tennis played their first gig at a strip club in Surry Hills circa ’06, simultaneously debuting in Sydney’s indie and adult entertainment scenes.
Pursuing the former rather than the latter, Tennis have since graced the stages of many more credible venues, supporting the likes of; Matt & Kim(USA), The Ruby Suns(NZ), Wolf and Cub, Children Collide, Lost Valentinos, Tame Impala and The Holidays. Their colliding beats, wild rhythms, melodic vocals and stark atmospheres meld into a festive music de force driving listeners into a sweaty rapture.
3. IDM project of Ben Edwards & Douglas Benford. Their releases:
Wooden Sweets (CD, 2000)
Duckshelf / Interview (7", Expanding 2001)
Europe On Horseback (CD, BiP_HOp 2001)
Furlines (2xCD, BiP_HOp 2003)
4. A now-defunct alternative pop/punk band from New York consisting of singer/guitarist Greg Tuohey, bassist Kris Bauman, and drummer Jochen Rueckert.
Bad Girls
Tennis Lyrics
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Even bad girls have holy dreams
Oh I, I'm not so transparent
My intentions they ain't so apparent
Bad girls
Bad girls
Bad girls
Even bad girls have tender hearts
Even bad girls can fall apart
In the night, oh I am transformed
By the next day I've been reborn
If it were physical it would show
If it were spiritual I would know
If it were physical it would show
If it were spiritual I would know
There is a need always divided
From all things that I've been hiding
The truth you know I'll never find
I'll never have any peace of mind
It's true I know I'll never find
I'll never have any peace of mind
If it were physical it would show
If it were spiritual I would know
If it were physical it would show
If it were spiritual I would know
You know I love a good ceremony
That's why I chose matrimony
Oh I never want to feel ashamed
I just can't bear that kind of pain
There is a need, always divided
From all the things that I've been hiding
Bad girls
Bad girls
Bad girls
Bad girls
Bad girls
Bad girls
Bad girls
Bad girls
The lyrics to Tennis’s song Bad Girls offer a complex and nuanced exploration of the inner world of a "bad girl." The song's lyrics suggest that even bad girls have good intentions and are capable of good actions, despite their outwardly rough exterior. The first verse establishes this theme, stating "Even bad girls have holy dreams... My intentions they ain't so apparent." This shows that the bad girl is not as one-dimensional as she may seem from the outside, and is more complex and multi-layered.
The second verse delves deeper into the emotional turmoil the "bad girl" experiences. "Even bad girls can fall apart...By the next day I've been reborn" suggests that the bad girl is aware of her own flaws and weaknesses, but is also capable of personal growth and transformation. The bridge and chorus of the song, repeating the phrase "Bad girls" emphasizes the idea that even though they are labeled as such, these women are more than just their negative connotations.
The final verse acknowledges the societal pressure for women to conform to certain expectations, such as getting married and avoiding shame. Despite the pressure, the bad girl refuses to be ashamed of who she is or fall in line with societal norms. The song's final message is that even those who are labeled as bad girls are complex individuals and should not be reduced to stereotypes.
Line by Line Meaning
Even bad girls can do good things
Being bad doesn't mean you can't do good things
Even bad girls have holy dreams
Even 'bad' people can have noble aspirations and goals
Oh I, I'm not so transparent
I'm not easy to read or understand
My intentions they ain't so apparent
My goals and desires aren't always clear or obvious
Even bad girls have tender hearts
Even those who are perceived as 'bad' can be sensitive and have emotions
Even bad girls can fall apart
Everyone can experience emotional or mental breakdowns, regardless of their reputation
In the night, oh I am transformed
I feel a sense of change or transformation during the night (possibly referring to being more brave, adventurous or even vulnerable at night)
By the next day I've been reborn
Sometimes after experiencing something new or different, you can feel like a different person once it's over
If it were physical it would show
If there was a physical manifestation of my internal struggles, it would be visible to others
If it were spiritual I would know
If my internal struggles had a spiritual/religious aspect to it, I would be aware of it
There is a need always divided
There's something I desire or require, but it feels conflicted or divided
From all things that I've been hiding
There are aspects of myself or my life that I conceal or hide from others
The truth you know I'll never find
I may never discover the truth about certain things, especially if I'm not honest with myself
I'll never have any peace of mind
I may never experience peace or calmness in my thoughts or emotions
You know I love a good ceremony
I enjoy formal events or traditions that hold significance
That's why I chose matrimony
That's one reason why I decided to get married
Oh I never want to feel ashamed
I want to avoid feelings of guilt, embarrassment or humiliation
I just can't bear that kind of pain
The emotional pain of shame is overwhelming for me
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Even bad girls can do good things
Even bad girls have holy dreams
Oh I, I'm not so transparent
My intentions made so apparent
Bad girls, bad girls [x2]
Even bad girls have tender hearts
Even bad girls can fall apart
In the night, oh I am transformed
By the next day I've been reborn
If it were physical it would show
If it were spiritual I would know
[x2]
There is a need
Always dividing me
From all the things
That I've been hiding
The truth, you know,
You'll never find
I'll never have any peace of mind
It's true, I know,
I'll never find
I'll never have any peace of mind
If it were physical it would show
If it were spiritual I would know
[x2]
You know I love a good ceremony
That's why I chose matrimony
Oh I never want to feel ashamed
I just can't bear that kind of pain
There is a need
Always dividing me
From all the things
That I've been hiding
Bad girls, bad girls [x4]
@ilya8132
I love her voice so much. There's something...sweet, strong, or classic about it. I'm not sure. The vibrato too.
@wendeborn8
Saw them in Boston about a week ago. This was the last song they played as part of the encore. While the entire show was great, this one stuck with me. About halfway through I couldn't help but stop tapping my foot, stop swaying to the beat, and I closed my eyes and just listened to her voice. She really sang with such ferocity, passion, almost anger; it was such a great moment. I would recommend that anyone who likes even a couple of Tennis' songs try to catch a show.
@IanMcHelen
Not sure if this was supposed to give me Twin Peaks "Just You and I" scene vibes but it does and I'm here for it 100%. Love this.
@jollyexploring5409
I'm currently watching this part of Season 2 and oh my god does the guitar from 'Just You and I' seem to be referenced in this Tennis song 🤧
@iamanda211
single tear falls down my cheek
@velvetlagoon4430
I can't believe this band is not that famous
@raelene101
Really i dont think its about that
anymore. Fame is an illusion. They could pack a sizeable venue without the beast.
@chozen_juan
Dunno about that fam. They just opened for Alt J in my city. They must be doing something right. lol
@vinnycastro7101
@velvet lagoon would you even want that? Tennis has been in a special rhythm that you don't find from big timers cause of all the outside noise
@Joseph-nh6in
@@chozen_juan Pittsburgh?