The band claims to be from the village of Noid, England, near Bath. However, no such town exists in England. "Noid" has been suspected of being a pun on the "No ID, No Sale" campaign in pubs in the UK.
Forming in the fertile swamps of England’s West Country in the mid-naughties, around the axis of Dan Taylor (guitarist and songwriter) and Kelvin Swaby (vocalist and songwriter,) the Heavy immediately astounded. Jaw dropping, freshly minted riffs, swinging hip-hop drums, funk-ridden bass and Swaby’s startling, Mayfield-esque vocals meant early singles ‘That Kind of Man’ and ‘Colleen’ blew minds and won hearts. The debut album they were taken from – ‘Great Vengeance and Furious Fire’ – became an instant connoisseurs’ classic.
It was their sophomore album, though, that saw them blasting into homes across the globe. ‘The House that Dirt Built’. It also yielded the mighty ‘How You Like Me Now?’ The single was licensed for a major commercial in the 3rd Quarter of the Superbowl (the biggest ad slot in the world) and quite simply went stratospheric.
“It became such a big tune, that people asked, ‘How are you going to top that?’.” Swaby says.
The answer was 2012’s ‘The Glorious Dead,’ the band’s third album. Even deeper, a touch darker, and with shades of Southern Gothic infesting the swampy rock n’ soul of previous records, the album was another giant step forward, Frankensteining swampy voodoo and b-movie zombies with garage rock and Gospel-soaked soul.
Lead single ‘What Makes a Good Man?’ showed that The Heavy were able to write brilliant singles time after time, with synchs snowing in once again, and American radio coming on board. The band toured the world exhaustively, wowing audiences with their transcendental live performances.
“It was over the top, in a good way,” adds Heavy frontman Kelvin Swaby. “We went pretty cinematic, setting out to score a film that hasn’t been written.”
“It’s good to have a bit of light and shade,” Taylor adds.
Since then, The Heavy has gone on to achieve storming success in Japan, playing Fuji Rock, chalking up a #1 alternative album on iTunes Japan, scoring a major Pepsi synch and playing Japan’s biggest breakfast TV show, ‘Sukkiri.’
Their music was used in the stunning Guiness Sapeurs ad, they played Glastonbury, sold out Shepherd’s Bush Empire and re-recorded How You Like Me Now? with none other than 50 Cent, to launch ESPN’s coverage of the NFL Draft Week.
To top it all, How You Like Me Now? reached Gold status in the United States – a stunning achievement for an English, independent artist. How to top all that, you might ask? Well, there’s a new album on the way, and The Heavy just happen to have a habit of exceeding themselves…
Girl
The Heavy Lyrics
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I see you walking past my home
I see you talking on your phone
I always see you walking all alone
And I don't know why cause you're fit
Girl
I got these pictures in my head
Somewhere in Greece and you're so wet
Fuck it, now I said it
Girl
Must be the way you wear your jeans
What are they? bootcut or long and lean
Whatever they are they look fucking mean
They look mean as fuck
Oh girl
I think you need to come around to my yard for some tea
Now I got herbal, camomile and I got coffee
And if you burn, I got some weed
It's Northern super mix so you just gotta be really easy on it
Anyway, girl
You look like you could have some fun
And even better you look like I could be the one
And I think you need to join me in my dream in the sun
You know what I mean?
Cause it's fucking beautiful
Come on girl
I may not be a superstar
I may have one to many scars
But I tell you now that I'm the boss
I'm the boss belive me
Oh girl
I'm begging oh girl
I got to have you my girl
Oh you're the one my girl
Oh girl
The Heavy's song "Girl" is about the singer's obsession with a girl he often sees walking past his home. He takes notice of her unique clothing style, like her bootcut or long and lean jeans that look "mean as fuck," and imagines the two of them together in intimate scenarios. He invites her over to his home for tea or weed, noting that he may not be a superstar and has some scars, but he insists that he is the boss.
The lyrics of the song depict the singer's infatuation with the girl's appearance and his desire to connect with her. The use of profanities and the easy-going tone in the song suggest that the singer is relaxed and laid-back. The use of explicit lyrics and vivid descriptions adds to the song's sensual and provocative nature.
Line by Line Meaning
I see you walking past my home
I often see you pass by my house.
I see you talking on your phone
I see you conversing with someone over your phone.
I always see you walking all alone
I usually see that you're walking by yourself.
And I don't know why cause you're fit
I don't understand why someone so attractive like you is always walking alone.
I got these pictures in my head
I have these vibrant images stuck in my mind.
About the two of us laid on a bed
I picture ourselves lying together on a bed.
Somewhere in Greece and you're so wet
We could be on a vacation in Greece where you're in the water or perhaps just wet from the heat.
Fuck it, now I said it
Sorry for swearing, but I just had to verbalize these thoughts.
Must be the way you wear your jeans
I'm really impressed with how you're exemplifying those jeans.
What are they? bootcut or long and lean
I'm unaware of their specific cut, for instance, bootcut or slim-fit.
Whatever they are they look fucking mean
Whatever it is, I can't help but admire how impeccable you look in them.
Oh girl
Oh, girl...
I think you need to come around to my yard for some tea
I believe it would be great if you could come to my place and have some tea with me.
Now I got herbal, camomile and I got coffee
I have various types of tea options including herbal tea, chamomile tea, and also coffee.
And if you burn, I got some weed
If you want to smoke, I also have marijuana.
It's Northern super mix so you just gotta be really easy on it
But please note that it is a powerful mixture, so you should be careful while using it.
Anyway, girl
In any case, my dear...
You look like you could have some fun
You seem like someone who would be interested in having a good time.
And even better you look like I could be the one
Moreover, you look like you might be interested in me as well.
And I think you need to join me in my dream in the sun
So, I suggest that you come and enjoy the perfect setting on this beautiful day.
You know what I mean?
Do you understand what I'm saying?
Cause it's fucking beautiful
It's just so damn stunning.
Come on girl
Come on, girl...
I may not be a superstar
I understand that I might not be popular like celebrities.
I may have one to many scars
I might have one too many physical or emotional wounds or damages.
But I tell you now that I'm the boss
However, I'm letting you know I'm in charge of this situation.
I'm the boss belive me
You can trust my words when I say that.
Oh girl
Oh, girl...
I'm begging oh girl
I'm actually pleading, my dear...
I got to have you my girl
I want you to be mine, sweetheart.
Oh you're the one my girl
I'm confident that you're the one for me, my princess.
Contributed by Savannah D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.