After releasing numerous EPs the band finally released their debut album "This Is the Sharp" in 1993 to much Australian media attention. A tour of Europe followed in 1994, the band gaining popularity in Germany. "Sonic Tripod", the band's second album, was released on 22 August 1994. Singles included 'Honest & Sober', 'Alone Like Me' and 'Spider'. The band took a break in 1995 after which Piet left the band. He was replaced by Adam May but the band announced their breakup soon afterward. The band celebrated with a final tour from 29 August to 23 October. The final show was played at the Hallam Hotel in Melbourne on 22 October 1995.
An album of unreleased material was released at the same time as the break up "Skeletons in the Closet".
Scratch My Back
The Sharp Lyrics
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I never needed anybody except for you
except for you, no no
You never let me get so down that I can't get up
I can't get up, no no
When you see that I'm down (scratch my back)
Show me show me scratch me blow me
You're the girl that I can turn to (scratch my back)
I'll do yours if you do mine yeah (scratch my back)
.. Yeah.. yeah .. yeah
I feel so good when you're around so come come around
come come around, come come
I've got to get to get to feel you inside and out
inside and out, inside
When you see that I'm down (scratch my back)
Got a face with a frown (scratch my)
Show me show me scratch me blow me
You're the girl that I can turn to (scratch my back)
I'll do yours if you do mine yeah (scratch my back)
.. Scratch.. My.. Back..
You're the girl that I can turn to (scratch my back)
I'll do yours if you do mine yeah (scratch my back)
You're the girl that I can turn to (scratch my back)
I'll do yours if you do mine yeah (scratch my back)
Yeah yeah yeah yeah
Yeah yeah yeah yeah
Yeah yeah yeah yeah
Yeah yeah yeah yeah
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The Sharp's song Scratch My Back is a sensual and playful love song about the reciprocal act of intimacy between two partners. The lyrics talk about the personal connection between two people who are comfortable enough with each other to scratch each other's backs when they are down. The singer reveals that they never need anyone except for their partner and that they are always there for each other. The line "I feel so good when you're around so come come around" is suggestive in its meaning, but is also an expression of pure joy and appreciation for the presence of their loved one.
The chorus of the song emphasizes the physical and intimate act of scratching each other's backs, reinforcing the idea of reciprocity in a relationship. The line "You're the girl that I can turn to, I'll do yours if you do mine" is a delightful play on words, suggesting not only the action of scratching backs but also on sexual innuendo. The song's rhythm and melody are upbeat and joyful, affirming the positive feelings shared between the two lovers.
In conclusion, Scratch My Back is a playful and romantic song that celebrates the intimacy and reciprocity of a loving relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
Scratch... my... back
The singer is requesting that the listener scratch their back.
I never needed anybody except for you
The singer only needs the listener in their life.
except for you, no no
There is no one else.
You never let me get so down that I can't get up
The listener has always been there to support and motivate the artist.
I can't get up, no no
The artist emphasizes that the listener's support is crucial to their well-being.
When you see that I'm down (scratch my back)
The singer wants the listener to provide comfort when they're feeling low.
Got a face with a frown (scratch my)
The singer is wearing a distressed expression, signaling to the listener that they need help.
Show me show me scratch me blow me
The artist is pleading for intimacy and closeness with the listener.
You're the girl that I can turn to (scratch my back)
The artist trusts the listener and relies on them for support.
I'll do yours if you do mine yeah (scratch my back)
The artist is willing to reciprocate the kindness of the listener.
.. Yeah.. yeah .. yeah
An interjection of excitement and enthusiasm.
I feel so good when you're around so come come around
The presence of the listener brings joy and comfort to the artist.
come come around, come come
The singer urges the listener to spend time with them.
I've got to get to get to feel you inside and out
The singer desires a deep emotional and physical connection with the listener.
inside and out, inside
Emphasizing the completeness of the desired connection.
You're the girl that I can turn to (scratch my back)
The artist trusts the listener and relies on them for support.
I'll do yours if you do mine yeah (scratch my back)
The artist is willing to reciprocate the kindness of the listener.
.. Scratch.. My.. Back..
Repeating the title phrase as a request and emphasis.
Yeah yeah yeah yeah
An interjection of excitement and enthusiasm.
Yeah yeah yeah yeah
An interjection of excitement and enthusiasm.
Yeah yeah yeah yeah
An interjection of excitement and enthusiasm.
Yeah yeah yeah yeah
An interjection of excitement and enthusiasm.
Yeah yeah yeah yeah
An interjection of excitement and enthusiasm.
Yeah yeah yeah yeah
An interjection of excitement and enthusiasm.
Yeah yeah yeah yeah
An interjection of excitement and enthusiasm.
Contributed by Austin I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.