Founde… Read Full Bio ↴The Frank and Walters are a pop/rock band from Cork, Ireland.
Founded in 1990 the group (named in honour of two eccentric Cork characters) are Paul Linehan (vocalist/bassist), his brother Niall Linehan (guitar) (replaced by Kevin Pedreschi in 2004) and Ashley Keating (drums).
Signing to the Setanta label in 1991, the group debuted with album EP1, and the lead track "Fashion Crisis Hits New York" became an indie hit. The follow-up album EP.2 was quickly forthcoming.
Shortly after signing to the Go! Discs label, The Franks partnered with producer Edwyn Collins to record the Happy Busman EP. Success in the UK was not far away, and following a tour in support of Carter USM, an Ian Broudie remix of the LP track After All reached the top twenty in the UK Singles Chart, peaking at number 11.
After a long sabbatical, the group returned with Grand Parade (with contributions from Gus Dudgeon), and the Indian Ocean EP in 1997. This was followed with Beauty Becomes More Than Life in 1998 and Glass in 2000. Setanta released a well received "Best of" in 2002.
In 2004 Niall Linehan left the band and was replaced by a friend of the band, Kevin Pedreschi. The band signed a new deal with FIFA Records in Ireland, and released a B-sides triple album, Souvenirs, in October 2005.
The band released a new album, Renewed Interest In Happiness, on October 27th 2006 possibly their most complete work to date.
Something Happened To Me
The Frank and Walters Lyrics
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Look at all the deals that they offer him, all for him
To show up in his new Balenciaga
New phase, the new saga, the star, the panty dropper
The car, the ghost pop up out of nowhere
As spooky as it is, man there’s no fear, oh fear, oh yeah
La vida loca is what we oath here, so rare, oh we’re
Moguls in the making, making moguls, go to’s
Consequences of being way too, way too on, way too on, way too gone
Going like I’m never stopping
Here’s something you won’t like, man I’m never stopping
Always shopping for new desires but never buy into what they talking
No music vents just twitter rants, they always talking, keep stalking
My profile on the low, while I’m working on getting my ties on the low bro
All the people 'round me are inspiring
Can’t burn me out, man I’m tiring
Frank is tailor-made as the attire on him
And I know the envy weighs as much as they admire him
CEO flow on the job, can’t fire him
If I were you too, I’d also wish I were him, yeah, yeah
Here’s another masterpiece to my art museum
I guess this the record for those who’ve been fueling him
Fooling him is a no, no you should all know
Auto motor when I maneuver, ooh I knew I
Was a special case, when I was born during a comma
Been through thick and thin, now we trying to tone up
Our days at the Daytona, politics with business owner whenever we pick the phone up
Ring, ring, does it ring a bell?
Something from me, something from myself to you
They wish you well until you’re well on your wishes
We burning up swishers, while they burning up bridges
The vision is just too vivid, for us to be ass kissing, no, no
The train is moving, oh no, you just missed it like ah, there it goes
You just missed your exit, Frank is too expert to be desperate
Best threads, legs spread, bedspreads, so wet, so wet
Moët, Moët, ah yeah, ah yeah, ah yeah, all year
And we taking all your women, silky as Montana with the linen
Protagonist got her tagging with the villain, what a feeling
Feeling like a million dollar home with high ceilings, yeah
For every price there’s a sacrifice
I done sold my car to be a star, story of my life
Ironic right? How this killed beat simply give me life
How I tell my visions from your living room televise
Look mama I’m on TV
Just before the riches, that’s my song, that’s the DG
“Umm...Frank, when you dropping a EP?”
The sound is international, is he really where we be?
GP blue number plate, the city where gold be
Got your bae camping like its Clifton at coast beach
We don’t pay for numbers like these labels for post reach
The character in me is calculated like post tweets
OG, OG kush up, kush up, kush up
On the la la, I need your V for entertainment, Lala
Bad ting, bad ting, bad ting, no mi reggae
Young heartless and famous
What a life that I’m chasing
I cannot live basic
Something from me and I embrace it
The lyrics of "Something Happened To Me" by The Frank and Walters delve into themes of opulence, confidence, and the pursuit of success in a cutthroat world. The singer reflects on the excesses of their lifestyle, from deals and designer clothes to expensive cars and a carefree attitude. The mention of Balenciaga, a high-end fashion brand, symbolizes wealth and status, while the references to being a "panty dropper" and a "mogul in the making" speak to a desire for influence and power.
The song also delves into the idea of envy and admiration, with the singer acknowledging that their success may provoke jealousy in others. Despite facing criticism and scrutiny, they remain focused on their goals, unapologetically pursuing their ambitions. The lyrics suggest a sense of defiance and determination in the face of those who may try to bring them down or underestimate them.
The mention of burning bridges and sacrificing for success allude to the challenges and sacrifices one must make in order to achieve their dreams. The singer acknowledges the irony of selling their car to pursue a music career, highlighting the often paradoxical nature of striving for success in a competitive industry. The references to luxury, fame, and the trappings of success paint a vivid picture of a lifestyle that is both glamorous and demanding.
Ultimately, the lyrics convey a sense of pride and self-assurance in one's talents and accomplishments. The singer embraces their unique identity and artistic vision, unapologetically carving out a path for themselves in a world that may not always understand or support their creative pursuits. The song celebrates individuality, confidence, and the resilience required to navigate the complexities of the music industry and the pursuit of fame.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: NHLANHLA TSHABALALA
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