The band evolved into a nine-piece ensemble with a light-hearted and humorous performing style.
The name "Temperance Seven" is a subtle play on words: the number seven being "one under the eight". That there were nine members or "one over the eight" implied intemperance.
They have links to Monty Python and the Rolling Stones.
Official site: http://www.thetemperanceseven.co.uk/.
Kaiser Drag
The Temperance Seven Lyrics
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Where′s that tiger! Where's that tiger!
Hold that tiger! Hold that tiger! Hold that tiger!
Choke him, poke him, kick him and soak him!
Where's that tiger? Where′s that tiger?
Where oh where can he be?
Low or highbrow, they all cry now
"Please play that Tiger Rag for me"
Where′s that tiger! Where's that tiger!
Hold that tiger! Hold that tiger! Hold that tiger!
Choke him, poke him, kick him and soak him!
Where′s that tiger? Where's that tiger?
Where oh where can he be?
Low or highbrow, they all cry now
"Please play that Tiger Rag for me"
The Temperance Seven's song "Kaiser Drag" is a fun romp of an instrumental track with lively, upbeat ragtime-style music. While there are no official lyrics to the song, the repeated phrase "Where's that tiger" serves as a sort of playful chant throughout. The phrase is accompanied by commands to "choke him, poke him, kick him and soak him," adding to the song's overall sense of nonsensical revelry.
In many ways, "Kaiser Drag" is a celebration of traditional jazz and ragtime music, which was popular in the early 20th century. While the origin of the phrase "Where's that tiger" is unclear, it's likely an allusion to the popular jazz standard "Tiger Rag," which was first recorded in 1917. In fact, the final lines of the song reference this connection, as the lyrics declare that "low or highbrow, they all cry now, 'Please play that Tiger Rag for me.'"
Overall, "Kaiser Drag" is a lively ode to jazz music and the entertainment it provides. The repeated refrain of "Where's that tiger" and the various instructions to "hold" and "choke" him create a sense of joyful chaos and revelry, making it a perfect addition to any party playlist.
Line by Line Meaning
Where's that tiger! Where's that tiger!
Where is the energy and excitement that we are looking for?
Hold that tiger! Hold that tiger! Hold that tiger!
Capture that energy and excitement and maintain it!
Choke him, poke him, kick him and soak him!
Do whatever it takes to keep that energy and excitement alive!
Where oh where can he be?
Where is the source of that energy and excitement?
Low or highbrow, they all cry now
No matter what their social status or background, everyone wants to experience that energy and excitement.
"Please play that Tiger Rag for me"
We want to hear that specific type of music that brings out the energy and excitement we are seeking.
Writer(s): Larry Shields, D. James La Rocca, H. W. Ragas, Anthony Sbarbaro, Edwin B. Edwards, Harry De Costa
Contributed by Matthew T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.