Troy Andrews is the younger brother of trumpeter and bandleader James Andrews . Growing up in New Orleans' Treme neighborhood, "Trombone Shorty" was participating in brass band parades as a child, carrying his trombone even before his arms were long enough to reach all the positions of the slide. Andrews was a bandleader by the age of 6. Originally attracting attention for his youth, by his teens he was attracting attention for his musical virtuosity as well.
He attended the prestigious New Orleans Center for the Creative Arts (NOCCA). And as a graduate he joined the ranks of others like Wynton Marsalis, Branford Marsalis, Harry Connick, Jr., Irvin Mayfield and Nicholas Payton.
In 2005, he was a featured member of Lenny Kravitz's horn section for a world tour that shared billing with acts such as Aerosmith.
Six weeks after the levees failed in New Orleans on August 29, 2005, some of the city's greatest musicians came to Austin, Texas, to record a benefit CD called Sing Me Back Home at Wire Studios with producers Leo Sacks and Ray Bardani. With their lives in storm-tossed transition, the all-star collective was christened The New Orleans Social Club. Andrews was the featured guest on "Hey Troy, Your Mama's Calling You," a tribute to "Hey Leroy, Your Mama's Calling You" which was a Latin-jazz-soul hit for the Jimmy Castor Bunch on Smash Records in 1966. Andrews also performed on "Where Y'At" as part of The Sixth Ward All-Star Brass Band Revue featuring Charles Neville of the Neville Brothers.
In London, during the summer of 2006, Andrews began working with producer Bob Ezrin and U2 at Abbey Road Studios. This association led to Andrews performing with U2 and Green Day during the re-opening of the New Orleans Superdome for the NFL’s Monday Night Football pre-game show.
To wrap up 2006, Andrews appeared on the NBC television series Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip. Leading a group of New Orleans musicians, he performed the holiday classic "O Holy Night" which drew such an enthusiastic response from viewers that NBC released the single for free download on their web site.
Kicking off 2007, New Orleans’ premier music magazine, Offbeat, named Andrews their Performer of the Year. He also garnered honors as Best Contemporary Jazz Performer.
As of 2009, his current project is Orleans Avenue, a funk/pop/hip-hop mix including musicians Mike Ballard on bass, Dan Oestreicher on baritone sax, Clarence "Trixzéy" Slaughter on tenor sax, Pete Murano on guitar, Joey Peebles on drums, and Dwayne "Big D" Williams on percussion.
Do To Me
Trombone Shorty Lyrics
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Showin' up tonight so the show improve
I know you feel so good when you're feelin' the groove
I can show you how it's done
Now hold on, not so fast
You got to feel and make the fire last
You want to feel it from me, I want to feel it from you
What you gonna do to me?
What I'm gonna do to you
I bet you'll like it
What you gonna do to me?
What I'm gonna do to you
I bet you'll like it
Late night, with the lights down low
Safe and sound by the bedroom door
I bet you still won't move
I bet you still want more
And then you shake it like I came here for
Crazy, I'll be holding out
Waiting 'til no one's around
There's no better place than here
There's no better time than now
What you gonna do to me?
What I'm gonna do to you
I bet you'll like it (I bet you'll like it)
What you gonna do to me?
What I'm gonna do to you
I bet you'll like it (I bet you'll like it)
(What you gonna do to me?)
What you gonna do? Baby baby
(What I'm gonna do to you)
I bet you'll like it, I bet you'll like it
I'm talking to you, baby
(What you gonna do to me?)
What I'm gonna do to you
I bet you'll like it
What you gonna do? Yaw!
What you gonna do to me?
Yaw!
The song ‘Do To Me’ by Trombone Shorty is about the act of dancing and the sensual feeling that one gets while moving their body to music. The lyrics suggest that the singer is encouraging the listener to let go of their inhibitions and allow themselves to be moved by the rhythm. The song compels the listener to dance with no reservations, revealing that the best feeling comes when one lets go and moves in harmonious synchronization with the music.
The lyrics also hint at a deeper level of intimacy, as the song’s rhythm gradually slows down towards the end setting a romantic mood. The words imply that love and dancing are intertwined as the singer urges the listener to move their body closer to their lover and enjoy the moment fully. The lyrics further suggest that the experience is one that should be relished and enjoyed, free of any restrictions as the rhythm keeps flowing smoothly, thus giving birth to sweet and intimate memories that will last a lifetime.
In conclusion, the song ‘Do To Me’ by Trombone Shorty is uplifting and encourages the listener to feel the music and let go of their inhibitions. The lyrics suggest that dancing is not just a physical act, but also a journey of emotions that can be enjoyed with a lover. The song speaks to the listener's deepest sense of romance and sensuality.
Line by Line Meaning
I know you came here to move
I know that you came here to dance and enjoy music
Showin' up tonight so the show improve
Coming tonight to contribute positively to the show
I know you feel so good when you're feelin' the groove
I know that you enjoy the music when you feel the rhythm
I can show you how it's done
I can teach you how to move
Now hold on, not so fast
Don't rush into it
You got to feel and make the fire last
You have to become one with the music and sustain the momentum
You want to feel it from me, I want to feel it from you
You want to exchange energies with me
I say what you gonna do?
So, what are you going to do?
What you gonna do to me?
What are you planning to do to me?
What I'm gonna do to you
What I am planning to do to you
I bet you'll like it
I am sure that you'll enjoy it
Late night, with the lights down low
During the late night with the dimmed lights
Safe and sound by the bedroom door
Feeling secure and protected near the bedroom entrance
I bet you still won't move
I'm taking a chance that you are still going to be still and not dance
I bet you still want more
I'm also guessing that you still crave more entertainment
And then you shake it like I came here for
And suddenly, you start moving like that's the reason why you came
Crazy, I'll be holding out
I will be patient and continue to wait
Waiting 'til no one's around
Waiting until there is a private opportunity
There's no better place than here
There is no better location than this
There's no better time than now
This is the perfect moment
What you gonna do? Baby baby
So what plan do you have, my dear?
I'm talking to you, baby
I'm addressing you, my sweetie
What you gonna do? Yaw!
So what's your next move? Yawn!
What you gonna do to me?
So what action do you have planned towards me?
I bet you'll like it (I bet you'll like it)
I'm pretty sure that what I have planned will be beneficial to you
Lyrics © TUNECORE INC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: ALAN HAMPTON, TROY P/K/A TROMBONE SHORTY ANDREWS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Peter Dahlstrom
I know you came here to move
Shown up tonight so the show improve
I know you feel so girl when you're feelin' the groove
And I can show you how it's done
Hold on, not so fast
You got to feel and make the fire last
You wanna feel it from me, I wanna feel it from you
I say what you gonna do?
What you gonna do to me?
What I'm gonna do to you
I bet you'll like it
What you gonna do to me?
What I'm gonna do to you
I bet you'll like it
Late night with the lights down low
Safe and sound by the bedroom door
I bet you still won' t move
I bet you still want more
And then you shake it like I came here for
Crazy, I'll be holding out
Waiting 'til no one's around
There's no better place than here
There's no better time than now
What you gonna do to me?
What I'm gonna do to you
I bet you'll like it (I bet you'll like it)
What you gonna do to me? (well)
What I'm gonna do to you
I bet you'll like it (I bet you'll like it)
What you gonna do to me?
What you gonna do? Baby baby
What I'm gonna do to you
I bet you'll like it, I bet you'll like it
I'm talking to you
What you gonna do to me?
Baby
What I'm gonna do to you
I bet you'll like it
What you gonna do?
Yaaaaaaaa!
What you gonna do to me?
Dwayne Brown
You Already Know
Swifey as they precisely judge
As they try to predict my ways
To forward movements
Skies so high that they patent in my patterns
Three dimensional in near sight release heart pulses of courage
Equal combination of admiration and fear while my marriage is in merit
The layers upon layers
Seers upon
Who cares
Working on the fear I never see it
When your at home
Know that the best is what always proceeds
write: Dwayne Brown
eschaef71
Jeff Beck on that one of a kind guitar solo !!! So cool Shorty gave him so much space !!! Total class!! I have something in my eye.
dymecoar
I was playing clarinet with Treme Brass Band at Candlelight Lounge down in the 6th ward one Wednesday and Troy dropped in to jam. He's got the chops, but he communicates well and humbly with the other musicians. That meant a lot to me. It doesn't surprise me that this song is a great groove at the expense of not showcasing himself. He's a great New Orleanian that understands the conversation of music.
Raegan Taylor
It's actually insane that he performs so well!! His live performance is actually better than recorded...it at least it was at jazz fest
Jacob Sims
Just saw him last month, still killin it.
Jazzy McSnazzy
I love this guy! He definately doesn't tarnish the image of a trombone, and as a fellow player, I love him even more for it!
xtalb
Saw him live recently, and the video doesn't do justice to the incredible chemistry and onstage presence these guys have. It was a crazy dance party from the second they took the stage until they left. I've never seen such a happy and exhausted audience! Best of luck!
SouFLoTV
People dont even know he is legendary already , this guy has been around and played with and im sure learned from some of the greats , ive been following him since way back when , to see him grow to become this classic work of art its amazing, im a fan for life , BIG UP TO TROMBONE SHORTY from SOUFLOTV and SEVEN30
Jacob Sims
He's one of the last few people on my see live bucket list. Straight animal, joey Peebles is a legend too.
Joyce R
Seabreeze Jazz Festival closing act in Panama City Fl on April 25! Beautiful Beach, sunshine and live jazz by finest musicians alive!!! 🤩
Joyce R
Seabreeze Jazz Festival closing act in Panama City Fl on April 25! Beautiful Beach, sunshine and live jazz by finest musicians alive!!! 🤩 I'm so there!!! LG 😊