Singer Iggy Pop and his wild onstage antics were often the focus of attention. The band had a shambling, energetic sound deliberately reminiscent of past garage rock groups. They sold very few records in their original incarnation and often performed to indifferent or hostile audiences. Nevertheless, the Stooges are often regarded as hugely influential both on then-nascent heavy metal movement and also on punk rock. As has been said about The Velvet Underground, the handful of people who did actually buy the Stooges' early records at the time ended up forming bands of their own and thus changed history. In fact, Velvet Underground member John Cale produced the original incarnation of their self-titled album. The 1969 album 'The Stooges' has received since its release critical acclaim from many reviewers over the years.
The Stooges drew their sound from a variety of influences. Examples include the often transgressive rock and roll artists The Doors, The MC5, The Rolling Stones, The Troggs, and The Who. As well, the band members enjoyed the work of jazz and soul artists such as Booker T and the MGs, James Brown, and Miles Davis (particularly 'Bitches Brew').
In 2003, Iggy, Scott, and Ron reformed The Stooges with Minutemen and fIREHOSE bassist Mike Watt filling in. The 2000s lineup played festivals around the world, and in 2006 recorded a new album with Steve Albini.
Founding member and guitarist Ron Asheton was found dead at his home in Ann Arbor, MI on January 6, 2009. Iggy Pop posted a message on his website stating "I am in shock. He was my best friend."
On June 22, 2016, Williamson made an official statement for the band saying that the Stooges are no more.
"The Stooges is over. Basically, everybody's dead except Iggy and I. So it would be sort-of ludicrous to try and tour as Iggy and the Stooges when there's only one Stooge in the band and then you have side guys. That doesn't make any sense to me."
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Trollin'
The Stooges Lyrics
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Good God!
Baby, baby take a look at me
I see your long legs riding your Lee's
I see your hair has energy
My dick is turnin' into a tree
My Stooges T-Shirt is ridin' my back
Rock critics wouldn't like this at all
I guess my faith is ridin' my balls
You can't tell me this is not a suave thing to do
You can't tell me 'cause I know you'd do it too
I'm trollin'
We're trollin'
Baby I'm trollin'
Baby we're trollin'
Hey baby, consider me
I am as lonely as I can be
I've bread given and I've read sod
I've played with rockers and I've played with mods
My mind is blown and nothin' is true
The ones who don't know always say they do
There's a reason when you gotta look
It's the action and never the book
You can't tell me this is not a suave thing to do
You can't tell me 'cause I know you'd do it too
I'm trollin'
I'm trollin'
We're trollin'
We're trollin'
Baby we're trollin'
Lookin' for somethin'
I'm trollin' baby
We're trollin' baby
We're trollin'
Trollin'
Trollin'
Trollin'
Trollin'
Trollin'
The Stooges' song "Trollin'" portrays the singer's reckless attitude and boldness as he drives his Cadillac with the top down and wears a Stooges T-shirt. He takes notice of a woman walking by, commenting on her long legs and energetic hair. His sexual desire is so intense that he says his "dick is turning into a tree." The singer then reflects on his life, expressing his loneliness despite his associations with various subculture groups. He believes that actions speak louder than words and encourages others to follow in his trolling escapades.
The song's lyrics reflect The Stooges' punk rock musical style and rebellious attitude. The band gained recognition in the late 1960s and early 1970s for their energetic live performances and controversial subject matter. The lyrics of "Trollin'" illustrate the band's ethos of living life on one's terms, with no regard for societal expectations or restrictions. Additionally, the song's catchy chorus and driving guitar riffs make it a punk rock anthem that maintains influence to this day.
Line by Line Meaning
Baby, baby take a look at me
I want you to pay attention to me.
I see your long legs riding your Lee’s
I see you wearing Lee brand jeans, and you look sexy with your long legs.
I see your hair has energy
I notice your hair is full of life and vibrancy.
My dick is turnin’ into a tree
I am becoming physically aroused as I look at you.
I got the top down on my Cadillac
I am currently driving a luxury car with the convertible top lowered.
My Stooges T-Shirt is ridin’ my back
I am wearing a T-shirt with the Stooges band name on it.
Rock critics wouldn’t like this at all
People who critique rock music would disapprove of my current behavior.
I guess my faith is ridin’ my balls
I am trusting my instincts and not caring about the opinions of others.
You can’t tell me this is not a suave thing to do
I believe that my actions are smooth and impressive.
Hey baby, consider me
I want you to think about being with me.
I am as lonely as I can be
I am feeling very lonely right now.
I’ve bread given and I’ve read sod
I have experienced both wealth and poverty.
I’ve played with rockers and I’ve played with mods
I have socialized with people from different subcultures.
My mind is blown and nothin’ is true
I am feeling overwhelmed and unsure of what is real.
The ones who don’t know always say they do
People who are ignorant often pretend to be knowledgeable.
There’s a reason when you gotta look
There is usually a purpose when you need to investigate something closely.
It’s the action and never the book
It is better to take action than to simply read about something.
We’re trollin’
We are looking for something or someone to interact with, possibly in a mischievous manner.
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Written by: IGGY POP, RON ASHETON, SCOTT ASHETON
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