1) A Canadian ro… Read Full Bio ↴There are multiple artists by the name "The Pumps":
1) A Canadian rock band formed in Winnipeg, Manitoba in 1978
2) An American band formed in Eau Claire, Wisconsin in spring of 2004
3) A Norwegian rock band formed in Oslo, Norway
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1) Canadian Band:
The Pumps were a Canadian rock band formed in Winnipeg, Manitoba in early 1978. The group consisted of high school friends Chris Burke-Gaffney on vocals and bass, Lou Petrovich on lead guitar, Taylor Brent Diamond on the keyboard and Terry Norman on drums.
The group were known for their energetic live shows and toured around the country opening for acts such as AC/DC, Prism, Triumph, Streetheart and Styx.
In early 1979 the band signed an international recording deal with Polygram and flew to Le Studio in Morin Heights, Quebec to record their first album Gotta Move. By March of 1980 the album had made it onto store shelves and three singles were floating around the airwaves across the country, Success, Bust The TV, and Coffee With The Queen.
Problems with Polygram in 1982 lead to the band being dropped after only one album and Petrovich left the group. The remaining members of the band then went on to find a new guitarist and reformed under the name Orphan, releasing a couple albums between '83 and '85.
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2) American Band:
The Pumps started as a band in Eau Claire WI in the spring of 2004 with the original line-up of guitarist Mike Oliver, Frank Juodis on Drums, Buck Barrickman playing bass and keyboardist Eric Pearson. Then, going by the name Heat Pump, the group set out to find a niche in the Midwest Wisconsin music scene playing up-tempo blues and classic rock. Tom Brill replaced Mike Oliver in the fall of that year to set the line-up for the next couple of years.
Heat Pump put out their first, self produced, CD in the spring of 2006. The recording, entitled "Gettin' Warm", consisted of five of the bands best butt kickin' tunes and served mainly as a demo.
With Eric's departure in the fall of 06 the band was left with the decision of finding a fourth member or making it go as a three piece band. They chose the later, changed their name to The Pumps and spent the next four years playing festivals, bars and saloons throughout the Midwest.
A CD entitled "Cover To Cover" was released at Tuesday Night Blues at Owen Park in June of 2010. The CD consists of fourteen great rockin' blues tunes. "She's Hot", written by Buck, is a good example of how the band blends rock and roll with the blues to create a party atmosphere that's carried throughout the album. The album starts off with "Rock This House" to set the tone and doesn't stop rockin' till the last of "Blues Attack". Recorded with guests Mike Vlahakis and Shawtown Slim at SoundWorks Studio in Eau Claire the Record has seen sales in Europe, Asia and Australia as well as the U.S. The CD is currently available on web outlets such as Amazon, iTunes, CDBaby and many digital web outlets. The CD has gotten lots of radio play on local WHYS as well as stations in Australia, Croatia, Finland and the popular web radio Spotify.
Steve Dwyer helped the band out, filling Tom's place with the group, for a six month stint in the fall of 2010 before current guitarist Jason Keisler came on board. Well Then! This guy can play guitar! Jason is just what The Pumps needed to get back to the music they love. "We like to get'em movin'" is the goal when selecting tunes done by the band. "We try to select the most upbeat rockin' blues tunes out there to put a party spin on every gig". Come out and catch them live at a place near you. You can find more info, a schedule and listen to the music on their web page at www.thepumpsband.com.
Official Website: The Pumps
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3) Norwegian Band:
The Pumps are a rock 'n' roll band from Oslo, Norway.
Members: Rannveig Sørskaar (vocal), Lise Østby (bass), Thor Granli (drums) and Monica Bothner (guitar, choir).
Former member: Laila Holte (guitar, choir)
Official Website on MySpace: The Pumps
I Can Tell
The Pumps Lyrics
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Ayy, ooh, ooh, ooh
You can't tell me shit, I got designer on me (brr)
Ooh, Big Head on the beat (ayy, ayy)
Trapper of the century
You can't tell me shit, I've got a hunnid on my wrist
You can't tell me shit, I've got a hunnid on my wrist (brr)
You can't tell me shit, I've got designer on my drip (ayy)
Designer on my drip, designer on my drip (what?)
Designer on my drip (what?), designer on my drip (what?)
You can't tell me shit, I've got a hunnid on my wrist (oh)
You can't tell me shit, I've got a hunnid on my wrist (ayy)
Designer on my drip, designer on my drip
Designer on my drip (what?), designer on my drip (what?)
Designer on my drip (what?), designer on my drip (what?)
Designer on my drip (what?), designer on my drip (what?)
You can't tell me shit, I've got a hunnid on my wrist (ooh)
You can't tell me shit, I've got designer on my drip (ayy)
You can't tell me shit, I've got a hunnid on my wrist (yuh)
You can't tell me shit, I've got designer on my drip (ayy)
Designer on my drip, fuck a nigga bitch (bitch)
Fuckin' in that VIP (what?), eighty on my wrist
Pull up to the trap, 'cause that house is full of brick
Pull up on a goofy and I had to hit a lick
You can't tell me shit because I'm flexin' in Giuseppe
You can't tell me shit because I'm flexin' in the Bentley
You can't tell me shit because I'm the trapper of the century (ooh)
You can't tell me shit because I'm countin' up the fetty
You can't tell me shit, I've got a hunnid on my wrist
You can't tell me shit, I've got a hunnid on my wrist (brr)
You can't tell me shit, I've got designer on my drip (what?)
You can't tell me shit, I've got designer on my drip (ayy)
Designer on my drip, designer on my drip (what?)
Designer on my drip (what?), designer on my drip (what?)
You can't tell me shit, I've got a hunnid on my wrist (oh)
You can't tell me shit, I've got a hunnid on my wrist (ayy)
Designer on my drip, designer on my drip
Designer on my drip (what?), designer on my drip (what?)
Designer on my drip (what?), designer on my drip (what?)
Designer on my drip (what?), designer on my drip (what?)
You can't tell me shit, I've got a hunnid on my wrist (ooh)
You can't tell me shit, I've got designer on my drip (ayy)
You can't tell me shit, I've got a hunnid on my wrist (yuh)
You can't tell me shit, I've got designer on my drip (what?)
Ayy, ayy, ayy
You can't tell me shit, bitch
Designer on my drip
You can't tell me shit I got designer on my drip
Ayy, ayy, ayy
The Pumps's song "I Can Tell" is an anthem of self-assurance and confidence that are driven through materialistic things, such as designer brands, luxury wristwatches, and fast cars. The lyrics of the song portray the singer as inaccessible and omnipotent, as he boasts his worth through brand names and expensive assets he owns. The opening lines of the song indicate that the singer believes he is out of reach and does not want to be bothered with anyone's opinion because he has designer brands on him, which implies that he has money and he knows how to flaunt it. The repeated lyrics "Designer on my drip" suggest that the singer feels elevated above others because of the luxury brands he possesses, and he finds it hard to give that up for anyone.
Furthermore, the song talks about a lifestyle that is associated with the persona of a trapper, someone who is involved in drug trafficking. The song mentions activities such as hitting a lick, which means committing a robbery. The lines, "You can't tell me shit because I'm the trapper of the century" and "You can't tell me shit because I'm countin' up the fetty" solidify that the singer assumes this position of being a kingpin and, thus, assumes power and dominance over others, immune to anyone's advice or restrictions.
In conclusion, The Pumps's "I Can Tell" is a perfect depiction of the contemporary hip-hop culture, where materialism and wealth define people's worth. The song glorifies a lavish lifestyle that is often associated with criminal activities but elevates the trapper's status to a point where he can do what he pleases and answer to no one.
Line by Line Meaning
Woop, ayy, ayy
Introductory sounds.
Ayy, ooh, ooh, ooh
More introductory sounds.
You can't tell me shit, I got designer on me (brr)
I am so rich and fashionable that nobody can criticize me.
Ooh, Big Head on the beat (ayy, ayy)
Producer credits.
Trapper of the century
I am the best at selling drugs.
You can't tell me shit, I've got a hunnid on my wrist
My watch costs $100,000 and I am very proud of it.
You can't tell me shit, I've got designer on my drip (what?)
All my clothes and accessories are designer brands.
Designer on my drip, designer on my drip (what?)
I want to emphasize that my clothes are designer brands.
Designer on my drip (what?), designer on my drip (what?)
Repeat of the previous line.
You can't tell me shit, I've got a hunnid on my wrist (oh)
Reiteration of earlier pride in my expensive watch.
Designer on my drip, designer on my drip
More repetition of the fact that my clothes are designer brands.
Designer on my drip (what?), designer on my drip (what?)
More repetition of the above line.
Designer on my drip (what?), designer on my drip (what?)
More repetition of the above line.
You can't tell me shit, I've got a hunnid on my wrist (ooh)
Again, I am emphasizing my expensive watch.
You can't tell me shit, I've got designer on my drip (ayy)
My designer clothes are undeniable!
You can't tell me shit, I've got a hunnid on my wrist (yuh)
My watch is the symbol of my wealth and success.
Designer on my drip, fuck a nigga bitch (bitch)
I am so rich and fashionable that I don't need to respect anyone, not even someone else's girlfriend.
Fuckin' in that VIP (what?), eighty on my wrist
I am enjoying my luxurious life, having sex in VIP rooms and showcasing my $80,000 watch.
Pull up to the trap, 'cause that house is full of brick
I am going to the drug deal location because there are many bricks (a term for a package of drugs) to be traded.
Pull up on a goofy and I had to hit a lick
I assaulted a foolish-looking person and robbed them (hit a lick is slang for committing a theft or robbery).
You can't tell me shit because I'm flexin' in Giuseppe
I am wearing expensive Giuseppe Zanotti shoes and I am too cool to be criticized.
You can't tell me shit because I'm flexin' in the Bentley
I am driving a Bentley luxury car and nobody can tell me anything.
You can't tell me shit because I'm the trapper of the century (ooh)
I am the best drug dealer in the world, and that status gives me ultimate power.
You can't tell me shit because I'm countin' up the fetty
I am counting the money I made from drug dealing, and it is a lot.
Ayy, ayy, ayy
More filler sounds.
You can't tell me shit, bitch
I am very assertive.
Designer on my drip
I really want to emphasize that my clothes are designer brands.
You can't tell me shit I got designer on my drip
Reiteration of earlier statements about my exceptional fashion sense.
Ayy, ayy, ayy
Closing sounds.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Gazzy Garcia, Brenden Murray
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