The Hormonauts were formed in 1999 and thanks to the support of an independent swiss label - Voodoo Rhythm rec. released their first record “Hormone Hop” by throughout Europe.
It features twelve tracks, among them “Get off the wagon”, “Sweet young thing”, “Turkey Jive” and a great version of “Black Slacks”. The three artists promoted this record with many concerts in Europe: Germany, France, Holland, Spain, Switzerland are just a few of the countries that the fearless rockers stir up with their live act. So in three years they get a record deal with Ammonia Records – one of the most important italian independent labels and publish “Mini skirt”. Here the sound is even more blended, and the trio’s original tracks are truly epic. “Mini skirt”, “I see two”, “Mojito Joe” are three authentic jewels, with their excellent mix of rockabilly flavour with surf, ska and punk. The amazing versions of “Tainted love” and “Lonesome train” make this album appealing to a more varied audience. Their third album, “Hormone airlines”, is licensed by V2 records. Among its 14 tracks quite a few stand out: “Just why your blue” (with a rock/garage sound), “Cassius” and then “Solid gone”, “Little red Vanette” (going at a full speed with a captivating swing) up to the amazing ‘electro-western’ version of “Staying alive”, a pure essence of madness which will become a new video and a radio single. The “Hormonauts” believe their third album holds their real musical essence, their style and their artistic inspiration which the group has named “Hormonebilly”.
Now, introduced by the hit cover “My Sharona” The Hormonauts released “Hormonized”, their fourth album. It’s time now for the band to shift into a pure rock and roll sound: “Lucky Toy”, and “My Sharona”, but also the soft “Top of the world” or the “western” atmosphere of “Greasy Black hands. “Hormonized” and “Hormonette” are already true hymns, but the real blow are “Just Drive” and “Shit faced”!
The Hormonauts have taken part in the more important national rock festivals alongside groups such as Rancid, The Cramps, Nofx, Manu Chao, Millencollin, Ska-P, The Mars Volta and The Hives. Right now the Hormonauts are touring all over Italy and part of Europe with a new member, the Fourth Hormonaut, Reverend Cosmic, Andy's prodigal cousin from Somewhere, Texas! He's a Lap-Steel and Baritone guitar-slinger who'll be bringing a deep country twang and fuzz to the musical hurricane we already know and love! They'll be playing at Festivals, Clubs and wherever the fun is, riding their Big Blue Burnin’ Bus, two-litre diesel pleasure mobile!
Discography:
“Hormone Hop” (Voodoo Rhytm, 2002),
“Mini-Skirt” (Ammonia/V2, 2003),
“Hormone Airlines” (V2, 2004),
“Homonized” (V2, 2006).
Sweet Young Thing
The Hormonauts Lyrics
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Got a tattoo in the middle of her back,
She' s got bright pink hair and all the cats turn and stare,
'Cause she doesn't give a shit about the pack,
Here she comes! She's a real fast driver,
Be it motor car or motorbike,
And if it seems to you l've gone loopy loo,
It's 'cause she's just the kinda woman I like,
[chorus]
Sweet young thing!
Hottest little woman I could find,
Sweet young thing!
She's got me goin' out of my mind,
Sweet young thing!
Another little thing you should know,
Is that my motorized mama goes bama-lama-lama,
And I could never let her go!
She's got the hippest taste in clothes,
With an earring in her nose,
And her hair done up in dreadlock style,
And when she's walkin' down the sreet,
Got a bounce in her feet,
And some ballsey word to make y' all smile,
Here she comes! Guess I'll see y'all later,
'Cause we got a lotta stuff to get done,
I ain't seen her in three days now she's gonna make me pay,
Aw hell l'm the lucky one!
[chorus x2]
...my motorized mama goes bama-lama-lama,
My sweet baby she drives me crazy,
My sweet thing goes ring-a-ding-ding,
Let me tell ya 'bout ma baby she' a sweet young thing!
The Hormonauts's song Sweet Young Thing is about an eccentric and carefree woman who catches the attention of the singer. Despite her young age of only twenty years, she has a rebellious spirit that makes her stand out from the crowd. She has bright pink hair, a tattoo in the middle of her back, and a hip taste in clothes. She walks with a bounce in her feet and doesn't care about conforming to societal norms. The singer is enchanted by her and finds her to be the "hottest little woman" he could find.
The lyrics are a celebration of individuality and non-conformity. The sweet young thing represents a rejection of mainstream expectations and a desire to live life on one's own terms. The song suggests that it's important to embrace one's quirks and uniqueness and not be afraid to stand out from the pack. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a woman who is truly comfortable in her own skin and is a source of inspiration for the singer.
Overall, Sweet Young Thing is an upbeat and catchy song that celebrates the unconventional. It's a reminder to embrace one's individuality and not be afraid to break away from the pack.
Line by Line Meaning
She's only twenty years old, such a lively little soul
She is a young and vibrant person who happens to be only twenty years old.
Got a tattoo in the middle of her back,
She has a tattoo located in the center of her back.
She' s got bright pink hair and all the cats turn and stare,
Her bright pink hair draws attention, even from cats.
'Cause she doesn't give a shit about the pack,
She does not conform to societal standards and does not care about fitting in.
Here she comes! She's a real fast driver,
She is a fast driver, whether it be in a car or on a motorbike.
Be it motor car or motorbike,
She drives both motor cars and motorbikes.
And if it seems to you l've gone loopy loo,
If it appears that I have gone crazy, it is due to my admiration of her personality.
It's 'cause she's just the kinda woman I like,
I am attracted to women with similar traits to her personality.
Sweet young thing!
She is referred to as a sweet young thing, a term of endearment.
Hottest little woman I could find,
She is the most attractive woman I have come across.
She's got me goin' out of my mind,
I am infatuated with her and she is constantly on my mind.
Another little thing you should know,
There is another aspect of her personality I would like to mention.
Is that my motorized mama goes bama-lama-lama,
My significant other is a fast driver and it excites me.
And I could never let her go!
I am so infatuated with her that I could not bear to let her leave me.
She's got the hippest taste in clothes,
She has a fashionable sense of style.
With an earring in her nose,
She wears an earring in her nose as part of her style.
And her hair done up in dreadlock style,
Her hair is styled in dreadlocks.
And when she's walkin' down the sreet,
When she walks down the street,
Got a bounce in her feet,
She has an energetic stride.
And some ballsey word to make y' all smile,
She sometimes uses bold or daring words to make others smile or feel better.
Guess I'll see y'all later,
I must leave now.
'Cause we got a lotta stuff to get done,
We have many tasks to complete.
I ain't seen her in three days now she's gonna make me pay,
I have not seen her in three days and she may be upset with me for it.
Aw hell l'm the lucky one!
Despite any trouble she may bring, I still feel lucky to be with her.
Let me tell ya 'bout ma baby she' a sweet young thing!
I would like to continue speaking about how wonderful my significant other is.
Contributed by Chloe B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.