∎ The Philadelphia band's first album on A&M, self entitled THE REDS, produced by David Kershenbaum, showed the band's impressive sound — a blend of Rick Shaffer's guitar and Bruce Cohen's keyboards into an interestingly textured drone, short guitar and keyboard figures, rising then disappearing back into the drone, while Shaffer's voice provides the punch and definition for their overall sound. The album was supported with live appearances with The Police, Joe Jackson, Blondie, The Ramones, The Psychedelic Furs, and Public Image. An EP, GREEN WITH ENVY, followed featuring The Doors song, "Break On Through," which suggests some of the band's roots. (Universal Music digitally re-released The Reds, and Green With Envy, August 2012.) In 1980 A&M released a compilation album, Propaganda, that included tracks from The Reds, The Police, Joe Jackson, The Granati Bros, Bobby Henry, Shrink, David Kubinec, and Squeeze.
∎ After leaving A&M, The Reds® went forward with two indie albums, STRONGER SILENCE and FATAL SLIDE (Stony Plain/RCA), that continued The Reds® sound, receiving critical acclaim internationally. They next recorded a tense and powerful album for Sire/WB entitled, SHAKE APPEAL, produced by Mike Thorne (Blur, Soft Cell, Wire). This forcible record led the band to work with director/producer, Michael Mann. Mann incorporated numerous songs by The Reds® into episodes of Miami Vice, then hired Shaffer and Cohen to write songs and score for two motion pictures, Band Of The Hand (Tri-Star) and Manhunter (De Laurentiis), based on the novel "Red Dragon." Soundtrack albums from both films were released on MCA, a Manhunter CD, with an added Reds® track, “Jogger’s Stakeout”, was released by Intrada Records (2010), and Universal Music digitally released both albums (2012).
∎ During this time, solo projects for Cohen were writing score for the productions, "Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde" and "Down The Road" at Philadelphia's Walnut Theatre; "The Speckled Band," starring Quentin Crisp, and Charles Busch' play, "Vampire Lesbians Of Sodom" for NYC's Pulse Theatre Company; and a forty minute electronic film noir piece, "Goodbye Johnny Staccato." While solo projects for Shaffer included recording guitar tracks on a Marianne Faithfull album (Island); Hilly Kristal's, "Mad Mordechai" (Stereo Society); Peter Murphy's, "Holy Smoke" (Beggars Banquet/BMG); and Marc Almond's, "Fantastic Star" (Some Bizarre/Mercury). While Shaffer wrote and recorded, "Looking For Right," for director Michael Mann"s film, "Collateral."
∎ The Reds® next album, CRY TOMORROW reunited them with British producer Mike Thorne. It captures the driving intensity of earlier albums and the ambient, atmospheric feel from their film scores, resulting in a stark, surreal album, with a sense of mood and mystery. The pulsing opening track, "Terror In My Heart," was featured in the film, "Nightmare On Elm Street 2" (New Line), directed by Jack Sholder, along with a searing non-stop groove of the Stones' "Gimme Shelter."
∎ In 2007, FUGITIVES FROM THE LAUGHING HOUSE was written and produced by The Reds®. The album is a straight forward raw nerve reflection of life in America. The Reds® February 2009 release, EARLY NOTHING, was also written and produced by Shaffer and Cohen. The album has a hypnotic quality, that leaves the listener free to let their subconscious play itself out, no matter where it goes. With the release of Early Nothing, The Reds®, shamans of dark, brooding, loud rock continued to explore and define their sound.
∎ At this point in time, both Shaffer and Cohen began releasing solo albums. Bruce released ONE BC in 2009, and Rick released NECESSARY ILLUSION in 2010. Although they have been recording separately, a new album by The Reds is still a possibility as soon as Shaffer and Cohen can be in the same location at the same time. See their entire discography below.
■ PLEASE NOTE: The Reds® is a Registered Trademark, with the first use date of March 17, 1977.
THE REDS® OFFICIAL WEBSITE is TarockMusic.com
DISCOGRAPHY
∎ RICK SHAFFER
2017 • STOLEN MOMENTS (Tarock Music #TM-CD15)
2016 • OUTSIDE OF TIME (Tarock Music #TM-CD13)
2015 • JITTERBUG SHAKE (Tarock Music #TM-CD11)
2014 • HARD TIMES SIXTY — Single (Tarock Music)
2014 • LINK — Single (Tarock Music)
2014 • MISADVENTURE (Tarock Music #TM-CD10)
2013 • STACKED DECK (Tarock Music #TM-CD9)
2012 • IDIOT FLATS (Tarock Music #TM-CD8)
2011 • HIDDEN CHARMS (Tarock Music #TM-CD6)
2010 • NECESSARY ILLUSION (Tarock Music #TM-CD5)
1971 • JUST THE BEGINNING — RICK SHAFFER & FREIGHT TRAIN (Fly By Night #LPFBN1001
∎ BRUCE COHEN
2017 • FOUR BC (Tarock Music #TM-CD14)
2015 • THREE BC — IN A TRANCE (Tarock Music #TM-CD12)
2014 • BIG FUN 3 — FADEOUT Bruce Cohen, Peter ”Babe” Lucas, Tony Foster (RopeADope #N/A)
2013 • BIG FUN 3.2 — Bruce Cohen, Peter ”Babe” Lucas, Tony Foster (RopeADope #N/A)
2011 • TWO BC (Tarock Music #TM-CD7)
2010 • BIG FUN 3 — Bruce Cohen, Rik Myers, Brandon Cruz (RopeADope #N/A)
2009 • ONE BC (Tarock Music #TM-CD4)
∎ THE REDS®
2009 • EARLY NOTHING (Tarock Music #TM-CD3)
2007 • FUGITIVES FROM THE LAUGHING HOUSE (Tarock Music #TM-CD2)
2001 • CRY TOMORROW (Stereo Society #SS004)
1992 • CRY TOMORROW (Tarock Music #TM-CD1)
1986 • MANHUNTER — FILM SOUNDTRACK (MCA #6182)
1986 • BAND OF THE HAND — FILM SOUNDTRACK (MCA #6167)
1986 • WAITING FOR YOU — SINGLE (Music Action - France #N/A)
1985 • SHAKE APPEAL (Music Action - France #MAP9009)
1984 • SHAKE APPEAL (Sire/Warner Bros #21-04261)
1983 • FATAL SLIDE (Helter Skelter - Italy #HS93CD26)
1982 • FATAL SLIDE (Stony Plain - Canada #SPL10481981)
1981 • STRONGER SILENCE (Helter Skelter - Italy #HS93CD26)
1981 • STRONGER SILENCE (Stony Plain - Canada #SPL1037)
1981 • STRONGER SILENCE (Kingdom - UK #KVL90051981)
1981 • THE DANGER / DO YOU PLAY THE GAME — SINGLE (Kingdom - UK #KV8019)
1981 • STRONGER SILENCE — EP (Ambition #AM1981)
1980 • PROPAGANDA (A&M #SP4786)
1979 • GREEN WITH ENVY — EP (A&M #SP3301)
1979 • WHATCHA′ DOIN' TO ME — SINGLE (A&M #N/A)
1979 • WHATCHA′ DOIN' TO ME — GREEN VINYL (A&M - UK #N/A)
1979 • JOEY / VICTIMS — SINGLE (A&M #SP3178)
1979 • THE REDS — GREEN VINYL (A&M #SP4772)
1979 • SELF REDUCTION / VICTIMS — SINGLE (EKE #N/A)
1977 • JOEY / AUTOMATIC BOY — SINGLE (Go Go #00011971)
You Don't Know
The Reds Lyrics
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Girbaud of the Manhattan I see you actin' bad
Jammin' that Lil' Keke "Don't Mess Wit Texas" CD
But right now I need you to take a...blown big break
And Lil' Keke 780'll do their latest out here 'n do his thang
This called "Don't You Know"
Go on ladies you need to get wet on this one
Don't you know, that I love you so
Don't you know, that I love you so, baby
Don't you know, I love you so
I wan' caress you slow, from head to toe
Deep inside I go, baby scream fo' mo'
We can play our way, at this game I'm a pro
Let you run the show, a queen you will be
Satin sheets, pat lace, Victoria's Secret
And I know your body need it gotta make your mind believe it
All above, all the love, on my purpose is defeated
You have cheated on your man to his spirits a g
When you know that he got flicks with a playa like me
I guess that Lil' Keke has the key to the do'
And I'm lettin' you ladies know that I love you so
(Chorus)
Bubble bath in the spa, menage-a-trois
You a driver for a car, I'll make you a star
As I floss Jaguar, to wherever you are
Long distance in the distance on my cellular
And no way's too far for my private jet
I'm on a flight, hold tight, keep it nice and wet
Please don't get upset, the fun just begun
want to want a job done, will you make me a son?
Will you make me a daughter? Do I need to pump harder?
Turn the temperature up on the bed so we can heat 'em warmer
A heart of a villain, a thug-like nigga gets harder gets liver
More deeper to the river
You shiver you shake, ice cream and candy
I wonder how it feel when your water breaks
No mistakes allowed at the rodeo show
And I'm lettin' you ladies know that I love you so, uh
(Chorus)
As I gaze in your eyes, it's not a surprise
That I'm the perfect size bumpin' between your thighs
Just time to realize, don't need a disguise
I'm a star on the rise, only out for the price
Dig deep into your soul, then get caught in the rapture
Yo' mind I'ma capture, night before morning after
First chapter Illuminati, beamas & benzes
7-day vacations, all-paid expenses
I'm a playa fo' life, thanks to this rap
I can floss, I can flap, with my salary cap
H-Town's on the map, and nothing is negative
I'm the owner of the firm, I make you an executive
Cause just then you will see that you do want to be
With Lil' Keke in the land of free
Do you want to, are you gonna? Let's sit in the sauna
And laugh our life away while we blow marijuana
It's goin' DOWN
(Chorus)
Ahh...I see the little latest out there acting bad
on that one right there
Lil' Keke from that CD "Don't Mess...With Tex-as"
Featuring Phaz, make sure you look out for him real soon aight? heh
Aight fellas, you took your break. heh
Now here's something you can bang to, fool!
At the beginning of the song ‘You Don’t Know’ by The Reds, the singer talks about seeing a woman wearing the Girbaud brand from Manhattan and listening to Lil’ Keke’s ‘Don’t Mess Wit Texas’ album. He asks her to take a break and listen to Lil’ Keke’s newest song called ‘Don’t You Know’. The chorus of the song talks about how the singer loves the woman and wants to caress her slowly from head to toe. He offers to make her a star, drive her in a Jaguar, and fly her on his private jet. He also asks if she wants to have children with him and make him a father. The second half of the song is when he talks about his successful career as a rapper and how he can make her life better if she is with him.
The song ‘You Don’t Know’ by The Reds is a romantic song that talks about the singer’s love for a woman, and how he wants to make her life better by offering her success, wealth, and love. The song also hints at the singer’s successful career as a rapper and how he can provide for the woman he loves. At the same time, the song does contain some misogynistic lyrics, which depict women as objects rather than equal partners in the relationship. However, despite this, the song conveys a powerful message about love and how it can help improve people's lives.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh yeah playas it's definitely goin' down
We are about to get intimate, so hold on tight.
Girbaud of the Manhattan I see you actin' bad
I see you flaunting your designer clothes, putting on a show.
Jammin' that Lil' Keke "Don't Mess Wit Texas" CD
Listening to Lil' Keke's latest album and enjoying it.
But right now I need you to take a...blown big break
Let's pause for a moment to catch our breath before we proceed.
And Lil' Keke 780'll do their latest out here 'n do his thang
Let's enjoy Lil' Keke's music and appreciate his talent.
This called "Don't You Know"
The song we are listening to is called "Don't You Know".
Go on ladies you need to get wet on this one
This song is meant to turn you on and make you feel sexy.
"Don't you know, that I love you so
Don't you know, that I love you so, baby"
I am deeply in love with you and I want you to know that.
Don't you know, I love you so
I wan' caress you slow, from head to toe
I want to touch every part of your body and show you how much I care.
Deep inside I go, baby scream fo' mo'
I want to pleasure you so deeply that you cannot help but scream for more.
We can play our way, at this game I'm a pro
I am highly skilled at pleasing you and I am open to trying new things.
Let you run the show, a queen you will be
I want you to feel empowered and in control of your pleasure.
Satin sheets, pat lace, Victoria's Secret
I want to spoil you with luxurious lingerie and bedding.
And I know your body need it gotta make your mind believe it
I know you want this just as much as I do, and I want you to fully embrace it.
All above, all the love, on my purpose is defeated
I am completely devoted to satisfying you and giving you love.
You have cheated on your man to his spirits a g
You have been unfaithful to your partner and it has affected him deeply.
When you know that he got flicks with a playa like me
You know that your partner is aware that you are seeing me and it bothers him.
I guess that Lil' Keke has the key to the do'
Lil' Keke's music seems to have a special power over women.
Bubble bath in the spa, menage-a-trois
I want to indulge in a threesome with you and another woman while in a bubble bath.
You a driver for a car, I'll make you a star
Even if you have a humble job, I will treat you like a celebrity and make you feel special.
As I floss Jaguar, to wherever you are
I will show off my fancy car as I come to see you.
Long distance in the distance on my cellular
I am always connected to you no matter how far apart we are.
And no way's too far for my private jet
If I need to travel to be with you, I am able to do it in style.
I'm on a flight, hold tight, keep it nice and wet
I am on a plane coming to see you and I want you to be ready for me when I arrive.
Please don't get upset, the fun just begun
I want you to enjoy our time together and not feel any negative emotions.
want to want a job done, will you make me a son?
I want to have a child with you and start a family together.
Will you make me a daughter? Do I need to pump harder?
I want to have a daughter as well, and I am willing to put in the effort to make it happen.
Turn the temperature up on the bed so we can heat 'em warmer
Let's make the bed extra warm so that we can enjoy each other's bodies.
A heart of a villain, a thug-like nigga gets harder gets liver
I may be seen as a bad guy or a gangster, but my love for you is genuine and growing stronger.
More deeper to the river
My love for you is becoming more profound and meaningful over time.
You shiver you shake, ice cream and candy
I love it when you get excited and playful, like a child enjoying ice cream and candy.
I wonder how it feel when your water breaks
I am excited about the prospect of having a child with you and being there for the entire journey.
No mistakes allowed at the rodeo show
I want to make sure that everything goes perfectly between us and that nothing gets in the way of our love.
Ahh...I see the little latest out there acting bad
on that one right there
I see someone trying to act tough while listening to Lil' Keke's music.
Lil' Keke from that CD "Don't Mess...With Tex-as"
Featuring Phaz, make sure you look out for him real soon aight? heh
Lil' Keke is a talented artist from Texas, and I want you to keep an eye out for his upcoming work.
Aight fellas, you took your break. heh
Now here's something you can bang to, fool!
For the men who were taking a break, it's time to get back to enjoying the music and getting intimate with our partners.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: KEVIN PATRICK TIHISTA
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Technolocic
The fact that it cuts to PROGRESSIVE in big letters then pans to "judgement free zone" makes this too good
Nick Costley
I didn't even notice that haha that's awesome
Don P
Scripted?? 😂
Be An Individual
@Don P it's been the national script for awhile.
Digital Unity
If he's really that religious he would know that all things done in shadow will be brought to light like that deep drive into left field by Castellanos making it a 4-0 ball game
SportsLife
why does this have no reply's lol
Coleman Kimbrough
Y’all I’m gonna be honest, I’ve become really tired of this meme at this point as there’s a drive deep into left field by Castellanos and that’ll be a home run. And so that’ll make it a 4-0 ball game.
zach rizzo
I don’t know if I’m going to be putting on this headset again
basically subhuman
Do you at least know if You’re gonna be putting on that headset again?
Coleman Kimbrough
@basically subhuman I don’t know, but I can’t begin to tell you how deeply sorry I am