The Dualers… Read Full Bio ↴The Dualers are street performing brothers Si and Tyber.
The Dualers perform a unique blend of ska, soul and reggae that appeals to all ages with members of their database ranging from 1 to 91. They have a fan base of approaching 10,000 members but have probably been seen by in excess of 4 million whilst busking around the south east and performing at private functions, for the last 8 years. They have sold over 35,000 copies of their first two cd's on the streets alone.
As children they were brought up on ska and soul, the music their father Bill Cranstoun was instrumental in introducing to London, with his Savoy Sound System at several locations in the 60’s including regular nights at the Swan & Sugar Loaf in Croydon, The King Alfred in Sydenham and The Bedford Arms in Balham. Their mother Jacqueline, born in Sierra Leone, who met Bill at the Locarno Ballroom in Streatham, was pulled into work the cloakrooms and to keep an eye on him!
Si and Tyber remember “Growing up in our house we were listening to The Blues Busters, Lord Creator, Stranger Cole, Bob Marley, The Skatalites, Sam Cooke and Otis Redding to name a few”
The family lived all across the south east whilst the boys were growing up including Bromley, Canterbury, Croydon, London and Penge as such all these places feel like their home town. Tyber currently lives in Greenwich, London and Si in Caterham, Surrey.
Music has always been Si and Tyber’s first love and upon leaving school Simon pursued music as a career and he enjoyed some success. Tyber attended the elite Guildhall School of Music and Drama also attended by Orlando Bloom and Ewan McGregor and after some television success Tyber decided to join his brother singing on the streets.
Whenever they have performed they have had a phenomenal response whether on the streets or in clubs their lively and charismatic performance has blown audiences away.
Their debut single “Kiss On The Lips” entered the charts on Sunday 24th October 2004 at number 21 ahead of established artists such as Bjork and Slipknot and this has sent a shockwave throughout the music industry. Despite no national coverage or airplay, the single stayed in the charts for a second week at number 33.
Amazingly, they did this with only the help of a small group of friends. They had no record contract, no distributor, no agent, no manager and no promoter!
Doctor In The House
The Dualers Lyrics
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Doctor in, doctorin
We've got a hot one for you
Can you take care of it?
We've got a hot one for you
Can you take care of it?
Yeah, you just hit me
Listen, listen
Listen for the beat box, beat dis
Now who's jackin' the house?
That wicked plastic man
Doctor in the house
Doctor in
We're doctor in the house
Doctor in
So clap your hands to what he's doin'
Woah, yeah, woah, yeah
Who stole the cookie from the cookie jar?
Hey, baby
You want to dance with me?
That's right
It's an attack
Oh, boy
What a great record
I say, I say
The sound of now
That wicked plastic man
Doctor in the house
Doctor in
We're doctor in the house
Doctor in, doctor in
Listen, listen
Listen for the beat box, beat dis
Now who's jackin' the house?
That wicked plastic man
How do they do that?
It's really quite simple
You just mingle
That wicked plastic man
Doctor in the house
Doctor in
We're doctor in the house
Doctor in, doctor in
Ah, sure is cruel of you cats to leave me all alone
By myself to watch this little old kid playing actually
Say kids, what time is it?
It's time for house
I am the magnificent
Give it to me
Give it to me
Give it to me
Give it to me
The music maker
Doctor in the house
Doctor in
We're doctor in the house
Doctor in, doctor in
Oh, my goodness
You'll see the plastic men are coming
They're coming
Plastic man, plastic man
The Dualers's "Doctor In The House" is a lively, upbeat song that's packed with energy from the opening bars. The song's lyrics revolve around a doctor who is called in to handle a "hot one," which may be a medical emergency or a metaphor for something more abstract. The lyrics are straightforward, with a lot of repetition, which gives the song a catchy quality that stays with listeners long after they've heard it.
Throughout the song, the phrase "Doctor in the house" is repeated, and it's clear that the doctor is a symbol for someone who can take care of the situation at hand. The song also includes references to music and dancing, with phrases like "Listen for the beat box" and "Clap your hands to what he's doing" that encourage listeners to move their bodies. Overall, the song has a joyful, celebratory feel that's sure to get people up and moving.
One interesting aspect of "Doctor In The House" is the fact that it borrows its title from a British medical drama of the same name that aired in the 1970s. Despite this connection, there's nothing medical or dramatic about the song itself - instead, it's a feel-good dance track that's all about joy and celebration. Beyond that, the song has a number of fascinating pop cultural connections, from its sampling of "Who Stole the Cookie from the Cookie Jar?" to its nods to beatboxing and other forms of contemporary music.
Line by Line Meaning
Doctor in the house
We need a medical professional here to help us with something.
Doctor in, doctorin
We need a doctor's help, right away!
We've got a hot one for you
We have a challenging situation that needs your expertise.
Can you take care of it?
Are you able to handle this situation and solve the problem?
Yeah, you just hit me
I'm feeling excited and energized by the music that is playing.
Listen, listen
Pay attention closely to the music and the beat.
Listen for the beat box, beat dis
Listen for the rhythm and beat of the music.
Now who's jackin' the house?
Who is creating such great music that everyone can't help but dance and move to?
That wicked plastic man
This refers to the DJ who is responsible for the music that is creating such a great atmosphere.
We're doctor in the house
We are bringing good vibes and great music to the party.
So clap your hands to what he's doin'
Join in and dance to the music that the DJ is playing.
Woah, yeah, woah, yeah
This is a celebratory phrase, expressing excitement and enthusiasm for the music and the party in general.
Who stole the cookie from the cookie jar?
This is a playful and fun line that doesn't really have any deep meaning.
Hey, baby
This is a playful and flirtatious phrase directed at someone at the party.
You want to dance with me?
This phrase is an invitation to dance and have fun at the party.
It's an attack
The music and the party atmosphere are so good that they are like an assault on the senses - in a good way!
Oh, boy
This exclamation conveys a sense of excitement and fun about the party.
What a great record
This is a compliment to the DJ for playing such good music.
The sound of now
This phrase refers to the current style of music and the atmosphere of the party, which are both very current and in the moment.
How do they do that?
This phrase expresses amazement and wonder at the skill of the DJ at creating such great music and atmosphere.
It's really quite simple
Despite the seeming complexity of creating great music, it is often really just a matter of having a good ear and knowing what people like.
You just mingle
Part of creating a great party atmosphere is knowing how to mingle and interact with people to create a great vibe and sense of fun.
Ah, sure is cruel of you cats to leave me all alone
This line is a lighthearted way of teasing the guests for leaving the singer alone, albeit in good fun.
By myself to watch this little old kid playing actually
This phrase refers to the DJ, who is the 'little old kid' playing the music at the party.
Say kids, what time is it?
This phrase is an invitation to get excited and enthusiastic about the party and the music.
It's time for house
This phrase is an affirmation of the music style that is currently being played.
I am the magnificent
This phrase is a boastful statement about the quality of the music being played and the DJ's skills.
Give it to me
This phrase is an expression of enthusiasm for the music and the party atmosphere.
The music maker
This phrase refers to the DJ, who is the creator of the great music being played at the party.
Oh, my goodness
This phrase is an expression of surprise, wonder, and excitement at the quality and energy of the music and the party atmosphere.
You'll see the plastic men are coming
This phrase is a reference to the DJs and producers who use electronic music-making software and equipment (which is often made of plastic) to create their music.
Plastic man, plastic man
This phrase refers to the DJs and producers who use electronic music-making software and equipment to create their music.
Contributed by Christopher I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
animeskin69
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