The ultra-prolific bandleader/producer/poet/painter/publisher first emerged in 1977 with punk group The Pop Rivets. In 1980, the Pop Rivets split and Billy Formed The Milkshakes (aka Thee Milkshakes or Mickey & the Milkshakes). The band was remarkably prolific, releasing no fewer than seven albums in 1984 (four of them on the same day). Shortly thereafter, Childish moved on to the similarly minded Thee Mighty Caesars. In the late '80s, Childish formed Thee Headcoats — a trio that included Pop Rivets guitarist, Milkshakes/Mighty Caesars drummer, Bruce Brand — and remaind Childish's primary outlet for his more accessible, straight-up rock & roll untill 2000, when he formed The Buff Medways. There was a 'girl' version of the group called Thee Headcoatees (comprising of members of the Delmonas and including Holly Golightly, who went on to her own successes and Kyra La Rubia and Bongo Debbie [who together later went on to form The A-Lines along with Julie Hamper from The Musicians of The British Empire] and Ludella Black ). To add to the confusion, Thee Headcoats also released piss take cover versions of Clash songs under the name Thee Stash: Should I suck or should I blow? C/W Selling Jeans For The USA
As of 2000, Thee Headcoats were Childish's most prolific outlet (no small accolade). The group played its final gig that year at London's Dirty Water club. Billy Childish Now Plays in his group The MBE's (The Musicians of The British Empire).
Every Little Thing
Thee Headcoats Lyrics
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People tell me I'm lucky.
Yes, I know I'm a lucky guy.
I remember the first time
I was lonely without her.
Can't stop thinking about her now.
Every little thing she does,
And you know the things she does,
She does for me, ooh.
When I'm with her I'm happy
Just to know that she loves me.
Yes, I know that she loves me now.
There is one thing I'm sure of,
I will love her forever.
For I know love will never die.
Every little thing she does,
She does for me, yeah.
And you know the things she does,
She does for me, ooh.
Every little thing she does,
She does for me, yeah.
And you know the things she does,
She does for me, ooh.
Every little thing.
Every little thing.
Every little
thing she does, she does for me.
The lyrics of Thee Headcoats' song "Every Little Thing" center on the singer's appreciation and gratitude for his romantic partner. He acknowledges that he is lucky to have her in his life, and recalls a time when he was lonely without her. Now, he is unable to stop thinking about her and is happy just to know that she loves him. The singer declares his unwavering love for his partner and believes that their love will last forever.
This song is a straightforward love song, with lyrics that celebrate the simple things that the singer's partner does for him. The repetition of the phrase "every little thing she does" underscores the idea that even small gestures of love and kindness are significant and meaningful. The song's upbeat tempo and catchy melody reflect the joy and happiness that the singer feels when he is with his partner.
Interestingly, this song was covered by the popular rock band The Beatles during their early years performing in Liverpool clubs, and they also included it on their album "Live at the BBC". However, Thee Headcoats' version is distinct and unique, with a raw and punk rock sound that sets it apart from The Beatles' cover.
Line by Line Meaning
When I'm walking beside her
As I walk next to my beloved, others comment on how fortunate I am.
People tell me I'm lucky.
Others express their envy for being in my position.
Yes, I know I'm a lucky guy.
I acknowledge and appreciate my good fortune in having her by my side.
I remember the first time
I recall the moment when I first met her, and how her absence now would leave me lonely.
I was lonely without her.
Being without her made me feel a sense of emptiness, and I can't stop thinking of her now.
Can't stop thinking about her now.
My thoughts are constantly consumed with her presence and how much she means to me.
Every little thing she does,
Even the smallest actions she takes are an expression of her love for me.
She does for me, yeah.
All of her actions are directed towards me and my well-being, bringing me joy and comfort.
And you know the things she does,
It's clear to anyone who sees us together that she goes above and beyond to show her love for me, in both small and large gestures.
She does for me, ooh.
Her actions are motivated by her deep affection and devotion to me.
When I'm with her I'm happy
Simply being in her presence fills me with joy and happiness.
Just to know that she loves me.
Knowing that I am loved by her is all it takes to put a smile on my face and make me feel content.
Yes, I know that she loves me now.
I have no doubt or uncertainty about her deep affection and love for me.
There is one thing I'm sure of,
Despite any uncertainties in life, I am certain that my love for her will never fade.
I will love her forever.
My love for her is eternal and will never waver.
For I know love will never die.
I am certain that true love will never fade away or diminish over time.
Every little thing she does,
Once again emphasizing how every small gesture from her is a testament to her love for me.
She does for me, yeah.
All of her actions are driven by her love for me and desire to make me happy.
And you know the things she does,
Others have no doubt about the depth and sincerity of her love for me, as demonstrated by her behavior.
She does for me, ooh.
There is an emotional intensity to her actions, as they are fueled by the depth of her love for me.
Every little thing.
Emphasizing once again how every small action she takes is a reflection of her love for me.
Every little thing.
Again underscoring how even the tiniest of her actions are meaningful and important to me.
Every little thing.
Reiterating one final time the power and depth of her love for me, as shown through every small thing she does.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: John Lennon, Paul Mccartney
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Whoa Davy Crockett
An exclamation of admiration for Davy Crockett
What you got in your pocket?
Asking Davy Crockett what he is carrying in his pocket (LIKELY BECAUSE IT RHYMES)
You got a big furry tale
Davey Crocket famously wore a "coonskin" fur hat with a racoon tail that hung down at the back
Hanging down your back
in reference to the big fury tail that was attached to his hat that hung down his back
Davy Crockett, Who's that girl in your locket
Asking Davy Crockett about the girl in his locket, indicating that he may have a love interest - Crockett famously wooed 2 other women before his first wife. There is a locket of hair that was owned by a woman that claimed that Davy Crocket gave it to her before the battle of the Alamo but it has never been confirmed as his.
You got a big Bowie knife, To take her life
Implying that Davy Crockett's love for the girl in his locket is intense to the point of violence. Or this line could misheard as "to take a life" - Jim Bowie & David Crocket died together during the Battle of the Alamo - both owned and used a "Bowie Knife" that were made by Jim Bowie's brother.
Yeah
An expression of agreement, probably to the line that precedes it
Gabba gabba hey
A nonsensical repeated phrase which has no specific meaning in the context of the song
Whoa, The Alamo
Davy Crocket died at the battle of Alamo
Will never let you go
Referring to Davy Crockett, and his place in history
You are the king
Of the wild frontier
Davy Crockett has reached mythical level as a character in US History - during his lifetime he was declared "The King of the Wild Frontier" - a phrase that was echoed in the title song of the Walt Disney television series of the 50's
Gabba gabba hey
Nonsensical repeated phrase
Gabba gabba hey
Nonsensical repeated phrase
Gabba gabba hey
Nonsensical repeated phrase
Gabba gabba hey
Nonsensical repeated phrase
Gabba gabba hey hey hey hey hey
Nonsensical repeated phrase