The group was formed in late 1996, and has had a relatively steady line-up ever since. They played many shows in the Toronto, Ontario region, eventually deciding to start recording.
In 1998, The Salads entered the studio for the first time, and recorded their debut full-length album, titled "Meanwhile...The Salads". The album went relatively unnoticed, as the band was just beginning to make a real name for themselves. However, the group went on, and continued to write new music, culminating with the release of an EP, "Who's That?", in 2001, and a second full-length album, "Fold A to B", in 2003.
This album had a much bigger impact than the self-titled debut. Catchy songs such as "Get Loose" and "The Roth Kung Fu" allowed the band to break through and get some airplay throughout Canada. Indeed, the first single, "Get Loose", was featured in a Labatt Blue commercial, which allowed the band to gain an even bigger fanbase. At this point, back-up vocalist Libydo left the band, for personal reasons. The band embarqued on a massive worldwide tour, which ended with a few dates in Australia, in October 2005.
In November 2005, the band re-entered the studio, and began recording their third full-length album, "The Big Picture". By January 2006, the album was completed. The band began a small tour of the province to try out the new material, and then released the album on May 9th. The first single from the album, "Growing Up", is currently a mild succes, and is getting a decent amount of airplay, as well as being featured on MuchMusic, MTV, and more.
Get Loose
The Salads Lyrics
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I came into this world
As a Gemini
Be getting' high in the la
Till the day that I die - Jah
So hear the words that I'm spillin'
Crack a brew or two
And now you know I'm cold chillin'
Sip-sippin' on some sizurp
I skip the main course
And go straight for the dizzert
And now I want to party with you
Come on babe now
Do whatcha do
Come on everybody
Get loose tonight
Throw a hand in the air
If ya feelin' allright
We don't care if you stare
'Cause the music is tight
Lemme hear ya say YEAH
We can do this right
I git busy to get dizzy
Like Gillespie
So if you're with me
Come on and hit me
Just test me
You see I rock wit the rhythm
Wit the rhythm I will roll
Just a funny lookin' kid
With a whole lotta soul
And I like to get down
Like the rest o' y'all
'Cept I got a little twist
To the way I ball
If you're passin' me a blunt
You bet I'll take a haul
If you need to rock a party
You can give us a call
Now come on everybody
Who's in the mood?
Getcha groove on
If you got this dude
If ya belly is empty
Givin' you attitude
Do like Jacob Miller
And eat some food
Come on everybody
Get loose tonight
Throw a hand in the air
If ya feelin' allright
We don't care if you stare
'Cause the music is tight
Lemme hear ya say YEAH
We can do this right
In the song "Get Loose" by The Salads, the lyrics are all about letting go and having a good time. The opening lines, "1-2-3-4" and jah, are a nod to reggae music, a genre that often brings images of dancing and partying. The reference to being a Gemini signifies the duality of personalities, possibly indicating that the singer is unpredictable and spontaneous. From the opening lines, it is clear that the singer is all about living life to the fullest, from getting high to partying till the day they die.
The lyrics mention skipping the main course and going straight to dessert, indicating that the singer is not interested in routine or following the norm. However, the singer also mentions that they never sip on sizurp, a drug-filled drink popular in hip hop culture, implying that they prefer to enjoy their partying without the use of drugs. This reinforces the idea that the singer is all about having a good time without the need for heavy substances.
As the song progresses, the singer encourages everyone to get loose and join in on the party. The lyrics mention the music being tight, indicating that the singer values good music and dancing above all else. They encourage the listeners to throw their hands in the air and let loose, not caring who's watching. The lyrics pay homage to jazz legend Dizzy Gillespie and his unique style, suggesting that the singer is also an individual with their own unique way of having fun.
Overall, the lyrics of "Get Loose" are all about letting go, enjoying life, and having fun without the need for drugs or pretense.
Line by Line Meaning
1-2-3-4 (muffled)
Counting in to start the song
I came into this world
I was born
As a Gemini
Under the astrological sign of the twins
Be getting' high in the la
Smoking weed in LA
Till the day that I die - Jah
Until I die - with the use of 'jah' standing for 'God' or 'Jehovah'
So hear the words that I'm spillin'
Listen to the lyrics I'm rapping/singing
Crack a brew or two
Open a couple of beers
And now you know I'm cold chillin'
And now you know I'm relaxed
You'll never see the D
You'll never see me drinking 'sizurp'
Sip-sippin' on some sizurp
Drinking a codeine and promethazine based cough syrup mixture
I skip the main course
I don't care about the main part of the meal
And go straight for the dizzert
And go straight for the dessert
And now I want to party with you
And now I want to celebrate with you
Come on babe now
Come on, my love
Do whatcha do
Do what you do best
Come on everybody
Everyone, join in
Get loose tonight
Relax and have a good time tonight
Throw a hand in the air
Raise/ Wave your hand up in the air
If ya feelin' allright
If you're feeling good
We don't care if you stare
We don't care if you look at us
'Cause the music is tight
Because the music is good
Lemme hear ya say YEAH
Let me hear you shout 'yeah'
We can do this right
We can party properly
I git busy to get dizzy
I get busy to become overwhelmed
Like Gillespie
Like jazz trumpeter Dizzy Gillespie
So if you're with me
So if you're on my side
Come on and hit me
Come on and get in touch with me
Just test me
Challenge me
You see I rock wit the rhythm
You see, I rap/ sing in sync with the beat
Wit the rhythm I will roll
With the beat, I will continue to perform
Just a funny lookin' kid
Just a person who looks a little funny
With a whole lotta soul
With a lot of passion/ energy/ spirit
And I like to get down
And I like to dance
Like the rest o' y'all
Like everyone else
'Cept I got a little twist
Except that I have a slight variation/ special touch
To the way I ball
To the way I party/ celebrate
If you're passin' me a blunt
If you're sharing a marijuana joint with me
You bet I'll take a haul
You can bet that I will take a puff
If you need to rock a party
If you need to throw a great party
You can give us a call
You can contact us
Now come on everybody
Now, everyone join in
Who's in the mood?
Who is feeling lively and enthusiastic?
Getcha groove on
Start moving and dancing
If you got this dude
If you understand me and what I'm saying
If ya belly is empty
If you are hungry
Givin' you attitude
Making you moody/ irritable
Do like Jacob Miller
Do what Jamaican reggae artist Jacob Miller did
And eat some food
And have something to eat
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Songtrust Ave, RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Jonathan H Smith, Katrina Laverne Taylor, Lasana B Smith
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