1) An alternative rock trio fr… Read Full Bio ↴There are two artists known as Totty.
1) An alternative rock trio from Wollongong (NSW), Australia. The line-up consists of Kelly Jansch (vocals/guitar), Angus Black (bass), and Chris Peruch (drums).
2) If you like that heavy guitar sound from the mid '70's then Totty is a must! If you're into bands like Neil Merryweather, Montrose, Nitzinger or Highway Robbery then you will love this cd. "From the blistering Southern rock instrumental opener, 'Thus Saith The Lord', to the final chords of 'Somebody Help Me', this explosive album by the Oklahoma-based Totty brothers simply rocks from beginning to end. Dennis and Byron Totty, supported by a revolving door of drummers, rock their way through 9 self-penned tracks as if they're a major headlining act, instead of an obscure duo from Tulsa whose privately-pressed eponymous album from 1977 enjoyed sales of just 50 copies (the number the brothers reportedly pressed!). Rumour has it that the brothers Totty recorded another album later, but it is only on this stylish debut that we are able to make our judgement. Influences are in abundance, but more often than not it is Led Zeppelin's power R&B that we are reminded of, although Lynyrd Skynyrd and ZZ Top also spring easily to mind." Here's what the Acid Archives Of Underground Sound had to say about Totty:
Christian powertrio hardrock out of Tulsa with some psych and prog flashes not unlike Truth & Janey. Incessant guitar riffing and soloing throughout, superb bass playing, only weak spot are the vocals which almost drown in the music. A few weaker barrockers, but 3-4 extended killer blowouts make this an essential item for local 70s hardrock fans. The closing 8-minute "Somebody Help Me" is about as good as it gets for me. The band also had a lesser LP "Too" in 1981
Lucky
Totty Lyrics
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I know I don't believe it
If you think this is easy
Then I'm off on another planet
And I don't understand it
When you say those things to me
Guess we're all afraid
But that only comforts me
And it always seems to be,
That I'm so lucky
Can't be just 'cause of me,
I'm just so lucky
It's not because of me,
I should feel so lucky
Related to achievement
Stuck inside the ceiling
And I don't think you know
Feels like you can't even see me
Talking straight through me
When you say those things to me
Guess we're all the same
So why'd you treat me differently?
And it always seems to be,
That I'm so lucky
When you say those things to me,
I feel so lucky
It's not because of me,
I should feel so lucky
It's not because of me,
I should feel so lucky
I guess I lucked out
Some kind of fluke
And I don't know what I did
It was someone else that helped me make it
'Cause it always seems to be,
That I'm so lucky
The lyrics to Totty's song "Lucky" deal with issues of self-perception, insecurity, and the feeling of being lucky without knowing why. The song is about feeling like an outsider, like someone who does not belong, and the difficulty of understanding how others see you. The first stanza is particularly revealing, as the singer notes that they do not believe the way others see them, and that they are off on another planet. The repetition of "guess" underscores the uncertainty and confusion that the singer feels, and the last line of the stanza is particularly poignant: "Guess we're all afraid / But that only comforts me." Here, the singer reveals that they are not alone in feeling separate from others, but this fact does not actually provide any comfort.
The chorus of "Lucky" is where the main theme of the song is expressed most clearly. Totty sings that "It always seems to be / That I'm so lucky," but then adds the caveat that "It's not because of me." This line is significant because it suggests that the singer does not feel that they have actually done anything to deserve their perceived luckiness. The second stanza continues this idea, with the singer feeling like they are "Stuck inside the ceiling" and that others cannot even see them. Again, there is a sense of isolation and invisibility that is being expressed, and the repetition of "guess" and "when you say those things to me" signals a frustration with communication and understanding.
Overall, "Lucky" is a song about the difficulty of understanding how others see us, and how that perception can affect our self-image. The repetition of "guess" and "feel so lucky" creates a sense of instability and uncertainty, which is then contrasted with the repeated assertion that "It's not because of me" that the singer is lucky. This tension between outside perception and self-perception is what gives the song its emotional weight, and makes it a poignant reflection on modern life.
Line by Line Meaning
Guess that's how you see me
You have a certain image of me that may not be true.
I know I don't believe it
I don't personally agree with your perception of me.
If you think this is easy
If you believe what I’ve accomplished is easy,
Then I'm off on another planet
Then I must be in another world/out of touch with reality.
And I don't understand it
I can't comprehend how you perceive me this way.
When you say those things to me
When you speak to me like that,
Guess we're all afraid
We're all scared of something.
But that only comforts me
Knowing that everyone has fears makes me feel better about my own.
And it always seems to be,
It appears to be a recurring theme that,
That I'm so lucky
I'm considered to be extremely fortunate.
Can't be just 'cause of me,
It can't just be because of my own abilities/choices,
I'm just so lucky
My good fortune is so great that it's hard to believe.
It's not because of me,
It's not solely because of my own efforts,
I should feel so lucky
I should feel grateful for my good luck.
Related to achievement
The subject is linked to my accomplishments.
Stuck inside the ceiling
I feel limited by something.
And I don't think you know
I don't believe you understand my perspective/situation.
Feels like you can't even see me
I don't feel like you see me for who I truly am.
Talking straight through me
It's like you're speaking to someone else entirely.
Guess we're all the same
We're all human beings with similar qualities.
So why'd you treat me differently?
So why do you treat me in a way that doesn't reflect those similarities?
I guess I lucked out
I suppose I was very fortunate.
Some kind of fluke
It was a surprising and unexpected occurrence.
And I don't know what I did
I'm not sure what choices or actions led to my good fortune.
It was someone else that helped me make it
I had help or support from others, which contributed to my success.
Writer(s): Brett Jansch, Kelly Jansch, Chris Peruch, Max Piroddi
Contributed by Jordyn Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@petebroady8993
ha, just started to watch this and thought, "i know that shop!" used to live around the corner from there. Cono represent! sad fact, that building/bar she goes in at 2:04 has just been demolished. was a great live music venue too :/
@KaaaaaayFFS
Heard this on TripleJ, love it. Is it on Bandcamp?
@LeonardoFolk
Good job guys, it's really really cool!
@nathaniel.ramondobuugdaaan8859
So real!!!!!!
@Horatio411
Love it
@gabrielmur279
1:00 The chips in Australia do have chips here in Mexico have more air.
@very.neat.monster
Don't worry the chips here in australia are mostly air too, hence why she was feeling 'lucky' to get a full bag (also respect to you mexicans for being big fans of our aussie bands)
@austin2k186
Nice American money, nice song too
@joshualay8987
Here from the skeggs tour?
@SirDanga
Hahahaha yeah never heard of them and then fell in love instantly 😂