1) THE SCHOLARS, an … Read Full Bio ↴There are multiple artists named The Scholars.
1) THE SCHOLARS, an English indie band (2007 - present)
The Scholars are an English Alternative Rock Band from Oxford. They combine conventional Alt/Rock with elements of new wave, post-punk and electronica to create music that is as intricate and varied as it is accessible.
In April 2011 they released their debut EP entitled "Arrival/Departure" which is currently available in limited edition at their live shows with an iTunes release impending in late Spring.
Early 2012 The Scholars re-released "This Hearts Built to Break" as free download with , following up with another free download in September 2012 with "Wired".
2013 Saw another single released early on with "Love The Thunder" which became available on the bands 'BandCamp'
"Spooks" is the bands latest release, another free download.
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The band features: Adrian Banks, Christian Gillett & Leigh Taylor
2. The Scholars is the name of Kenny Rogers' high school doo-wop group. They recorded about four singles together.
I Want My Girlfriend Back
The Scholars Lyrics
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the thing that sucks is that i'm still not dead
kick dirt in my face, i'll still bow to your knees
i'll do whatever you please
because i can't stand the guy standing next to you
doesn't he know that i'm still in love with you
i'm not crazy, i just know what i want
if i should see you at the show
are you gonna treat me like you don't know me
and if there's something left, there's something that i'd like to know
if you love me, then why can't people know
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i want my girlfriend back
and i don't care what it takes to do that
i want my girlfriend back
but she don't want me so i'm givin' up
you don't want my flowers or mushy stuff like that
i bet you even this song is not as good as that
but i can't sing the love songs, you can see
this is comin' from me
because i can't stand the guy standing next to you
doesn't he know that i'm still in love with you
i'm not crazy, i just know what i want
and i want my girlfriend back
if i should see you at the show
are you gonna treat me like you don't know me
and if there's something left, there's something that i'd like to know
if you love me, then why can't people know
1 2 1234
i want my girlfriend back
and i don't care what it takes to do that
i want my girlfriend back
but she don't want me so i'm givin' up
because i can't stand the guy standing next to you
doesn't he know that i'm still in love with you
i'm not crazy, i just know what i want
and i want my girlfriend back
i want my girlfriend back
and i don't care what it takes to do that
i want my girlfriend back
but she don't want me so i'm givin' up
The Scholars’ song “I Want My Girlfriend Back” deals with a desperate plea from someone who has been dumped by their girlfriend. The opening lines of the song suggest that nothing has changed since the breakup, yet the singer is still struggling with the pain that has brought them. The lyrics suggest that the singer is willing to do anything to win back their girlfriend's heart, including bowing at her feet and doing anything she pleases.
The key line in the song is “because I can't stand the guy standing next to you.” This suggests that the singer's frustration and desperation stem from seeing his ex-girlfriend with another man. He can’t tolerate the fact that this other guy is now in his former position, and the lyrics suggest that the singer believes he is better suited to be with his ex-girlfriend. The song ends on a bitter note, with the singer suggesting he has given up on trying to win her back, despite his deep desire to do so.
Line by Line Meaning
so nothing's different, it's not what you said
No outward changes or apologies have been made, despite the pain caused.
the thing that sucks is that i'm still not dead
The situation is so unbearable that death would be a relief.
kick dirt in my face, i'll still bow to your knees
Even if you treat me poorly, I will still submit to you.
i'll do whatever you please
I am willing to comply with any of your desires.
because i can't stand the guy standing next to you
I am envious and resentful of the man you are with.
doesn't he know that i'm still in love with you
I am annoyed that your new partner seems unaware of my persistent feelings for you.
i'm not crazy, i just know what i want
Despite appearances, I am not irrational, I simply have a strong desire.
and i want my girlfriend back
My ultimate desire is for you to return to me.
if i should see you at the show
If we happen to encounter each other elsewhere.
are you gonna treat me like you don't know me
Will you pretend you do not recognize or have a connection to me?
and if there's something left, there's something that i'd like to know
If there is anything remaining between us, I need to understand.
if you love me, then why can't people know
If you truly love me, there should be no reason to keep it secret.
i want my girlfriend back
My primary goal is to have you return to me.
and i don't care what it takes to do that
I am willing to do whatever it takes to make that happen.
but she don't want me so i'm givin' up
Since you do not share my desire, I am ready to admit defeat.
you don't want my flowers or mushy stuff like that
You do not want the standard romantic gestures that most women appreciate.
i bet you even this song is not as good as that
I am aware that this song is insufficient and unable to express my true feelings and desire.
but i can't sing the love songs, you can see
I am not good at expressing love through music.
this is comin' from me
However, this song is my best effort at expressing my true feelings.
Contributed by Caden T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Jay The Loner
I'm so happy to have found this!! I used to have this on cassette when I was 18 haha Miss the old OC ska band days!!
porcupine cup
Great horn lines
clicker967
Catchy song.