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1. A band from Brisbane, Australia.
2. A small rap group from the US.
1. The Grates are a three-piece band from Brisbane, Australia. Patience Hodgson (vocals), John Patterson (guitar) and Alana Skyring (drums) formed The Grates in 2002, with Skyring eventually departing to peruse her passion for culinary arts and Ritchie Daniell taking her place.
The Grates have been lauded for their catchy songs and enthusiastic and energetic live show (Patience spends much of the show bouncing around, while singing). They are frequently described as fun: "We just wanna have fun and hope other people do too." (Patience). Their sound has been compared to the Ramones, the Yeah Yeah Yeahs and Be Your Own Pet.
The band has a distinctive style. All members have a background in art and they design their own album artwork, posters, t-shirts and even socks.
The Grates released an array of limited edition recordings (The Grates EP (2002), Black Dog Black Dog (2003), Pyrate Kids (2003) and Crocodile (2003)) before releasing what is referred to as their debut EP, The Ouch. The Touch, in Australia on 14 February 2004. The EP received a United Kingdom release two months later via the Captains Of Industry collective.
In 2005 the buzz surrounding the band only grew, with festival performances at the Big Day Out, Meredith, Falls Festival and Homebake. The Grates performed at the 2006 Big Day Out Australian shows. They also launched their own a national tour in the first half of 2006, after supporting The Go! Team in 2005 and The Zutons on their 2006 UK tour. In March 2006 they played at the South by Southwest trade music fair in Texas.
Their debut album, Gravity Won't Get You High, was released in April 2006. It debuted at #9 in the ARIA charts and reached a peak of #9. It was also slated for release in the UK and the United States (June 2006). The first single off the album, "19-20-20", was released in March as a 7" and iTunes music download.
Their second album, Teeth Lost, Hearts Won, was released in August 2008, with the first single "Burn Bridges" released earlier in July 2008.
The band's drummer, and one of three co-founders, Alan Skyring, left the band in 2011 to study culinary arts in New York. The band continued as a 2-piece, often inviting guest musicians to fill in for Skyring during the live shows.
The band released its third album Secret Rituals in 2011, and then announced they would be parting ways with their label Dew Process.
In 2014, The Grates announced they would be recording a new album to be released through their own own independent label, Death Valley, with Ritchie Daniell officially joining the group on drums. Dream Team was recorded in just 2 weeks, and released the same month, with the band citing they were unsatisfied with the process of "albums collecting 6 months of cerebral dust in our heads, before an audience gets to finally hear it".
In September 2018 they announced a reunion tour with the original lineup for December.
www.thegrates.com
2. The Grates is a Hip-Hop trio based out of the South Chicago suburbs, The Grates are 70s (The Nautz & The Diggity), Scrubz (T.I.M.E.), and YodaRoc (Centric I.E. & Nacrobats). Established in 2020, The Grates bring original Hip-hop with the old school boom bap feel. The Grates are currently working on their 4th studio album and several side projects, coming soon from their label, The Raw Offices.
https://thegratesmusic.bandcamp.com/
Turn Me On
The Grates Lyrics
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I will have you justify, drawing on your baby teeth, swing me lightly start my fire, I will roar.
Wrap yourself around me, do it just define me, do it to ignite me, do it as a friend. anyway you want to, anyway you need to, I can hold my breath, turn me on, turn me on.
Crawl inside your ancient eyes, feel your power it’s a gift, swing me gently light my fire, I will grow.
Wrap yourself around me, do it justify me, do it to ignite me, do it as a friend. anyway you want to, anyway you need to, I can skew it backwards, turn me on, turn me on.
Turn me on…
The lyrics to The Grates's song Turn Me On are about a deep and primal connection between two people. The song starts by referencing a shared history between the two individuals, with "staples deep they go" indicating that their bond is rooted in a long-standing familiarity. The imagery of a "pasture vivid green" and "slow moving stream" evoke a sense of peace and tranquility, and set the scene for a more sensual encounter to come.
The singer then beckons their partner to "justify" themselves, which could be interpreted as a challenge to prove their worthiness or willingness to engage in something intimate. The phrase "drawing on your baby teeth" suggests a regression to a more innocent state, which could be seen as a metaphor for letting go of inhibitions and embracing vulnerability. The repeated refrain of "turn me on" emphasizes the physical desire between the two individuals, while also acknowledging a more emotional connection.
Throughout the song, there is a sense of surrender, with the singer urging their partner to "wrap yourself around me" and do whatever feels right in the moment. The lyrics are a celebration of intimacy and the freedom to explore one's desires without judgement or shame.
Line by Line Meaning
It all started long ago, we have staples deep they go, to an pasture vivid green, to a slow moving stream.
Our relationship started a long time ago, with deeply ingrained memories of a beautiful, green pasture and a calm stream.
I will have you justify, drawing on your baby teeth, swing me lightly start my fire, I will roar.
I want you to prove yourself to me, showing me the determination and curiosity of a child. Start the flame within me slowly and I will eventually unleash my passion.
Wrap yourself around me, do it just define me, do it to ignite me, do it as a friend. Anyway you want to, anyway you need to, I can hold my breath, turn me on, turn me on.
Embrace me and help me feel complete, showing me who I truly am. Light my inner fire and do it with a friendship that knows no boundaries. However you want to approach it, I am ready for the intensity of passion.
Crawl inside your ancient eyes, feel your power it’s a gift, swing me gently light my fire, I will grow.
Look deep into your soulful eyes and feel your strength as a gift. Start the flame within me gently and I will flourish.
Wrap yourself around me, do it justify me, do it to ignite me, do it as a friend. anyway you want to, anyway you need to, I can skew it backwards, turn me on, turn me on.
Again, embrace me completely and show me the worthiness of our connection. Light my inner flame with the friendship that we have, however we choose to do it. My willingness to take risks will make it even more exciting. Turn me on.
Turn me on…
So let's start, let's begin to unlock the passion within our relationship. Turn me on.
Contributed by Henry B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Jules Sabrin David
This was definitely out of the box. It's just like putting things together and no patter as a basis. And it's a work of art. No much emotion, No much soul, but there's something in it. And that is freestyle.
Thexxweekend
This is one of the best music videos ive ever seen in my life.
Los Malditos No
This band is one of the best thing that has happened since music stopped being what it really is. Chills...
Congrats from Argentina
asteriski
I simply adore this song and the music video too! <3
Martin Claridad
Just bought the album a few days ago, Absolutely amazing, a little different to your older tracks, But definitely a great record. <3.
roskylde
SO many great visuals in here. Had to keep jumping back not to miss stuff. Love it.
hello world
Glad to have this back. It's one of my favorite music videos!
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molly d
This video is amazing! love the way they flip the camera!
Christine
Secret Rituals is such an amazing album