The term Various Artists is used in the record industry when numerous singers and musicians collaborate on a song or collection of songs. Most often on Last.fm, compilation album tracks appear under the name of Various Artists erroneously because the individual artist is not listed in the album's ID3 information.
Compilation albums, for example.
Sometimes, single releases may be credited to Various Artists when their profits are going to charity and, usually in high-profile cases, are sometimes known by a group name. Examples include Band Aid with their releases of Do They Know It's Christmas? and USA for Africa with We Are The World.
Various Artists is also an actual performance name for Torsten Pröfrock, who runs the German DIN label. Torsten performs also as Dynamo, Erosion, Resilent, Traktor besides some others. He's a good friend of Robert Henke and since the Fall of 2004, he is a member of Monolake.
Various Artists was also a short-lived Bristol punk band formed by brothers Jonjo and Robin Key (originally from Birmingham). Other members were also simultaneously in Art Objects who went on to become The Blue Aeroplanes, the latter the Key brothers also co-wrote some songs and were involved in. When Various Artists imploded, the Key brothers went on to form Either / Or.
Various Artists also appear on tracks from musical theater soundtracks, due to the nature of having many cast members on one song, as well as an ensemble in some cases.
I Count The Tears
Various Artists Lyrics
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And this snot for a shot of whiskey
You can kiss on these lips for a couple of sips
But do not get too frisky
Well, I got to use the restroom but there ain't a stall for two
So squeeze on in and don't breathe in 'cause I won't go solo on you
Use it
Well, I'd like to eat spaghetti but you want vindaloo
So I'll leave in a hurry and order some curry 'cause I won't go solo on you
Oh, you and me, we're together through and through
So if you move to China, I'll be right behind ya
'Cause I won't go solo on you, yee-haw!
The lyrics of the song "I Thank You" by Various Artists are humorous and lighthearted. The song talks about two people who are in a relationship and will do anything to stay together, no matter what situation they find themselves in. The opening lines of the song, "I'll trade you these tears for a couple of beers, and this snot for a shot of whiskey", suggest that the singer is willing to give up his emotions for a good time. He also offers his lips for a few sips but warns his partner not to get too frisky.
The second verse of the song finds the singer in a difficult situation. He needs to use the restroom, but there is no stall available. He suggests that his partner squeezes in with him, but warns her not to breathe in as he will not go solo on her. The third verse is all about food. The singer likes spaghetti, but his partner prefers vindaloo. He decides to order curry and leave in a hurry, but he won't go solo on her. The chorus of the song is all about the singer's commitment to his partner. He promises to be with her no matter where she goes, and he won't go solo on her.
Overall, the song is a fun and playful take on the idea of a committed relationship. The lyrics are humorous and suggest that the couple is willing to put up with just about anything to stay together. The upbeat tone of the song and the catchy melody make it a popular choice for parties and events.
Line by Line Meaning
I'll trade you these tears for a couple of beers
I am willing to exchange my sadness for some alcohol.
And this snot for a shot of whiskey
I will trade my nasal mucus for a sip of whiskey.
You can kiss on these lips for a couple of sips
I will let you kiss me in exchange for a few sips of your drink.
But do not get too frisky
However, please do not try to take advantage of me in any way.
Well, I got to use the restroom but there ain't a stall for two
I need to use the bathroom, but there is not enough space for two people.
So squeeze on in and don't breathe in 'cause I won't go solo on you
You can join me in the restroom, but please make space and do not breathe too much because I won't leave you alone outside.
Um, I think there's a snake in my guitar
I believe there is something wrong with my guitar.
Use it
Please help me fix it.
Well, I'd like to eat spaghetti but you want vindaloo
I prefer spaghetti, but you want vindaloo.
So I'll leave in a hurry and order some curry 'cause I won't go solo on you
I will go get some curry because I want to eat something I like, but I won't leave you alone.
Oh, you and me, we're together through and through
We are always together no matter what.
So if you move to China, I'll be right behind ya
If you decide to move to China, I will follow you.
'Cause I won't go solo on you, yee-haw!
I will never leave you alone, and I am excited about that.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Loren Bouchard
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@jaycooper2624
I first heard this gorgeous track coming through the open window of a neighbourhood house on my way to school back in 1960,I'm 70 now but for a couple of minutes I'm 12 again! Stellar Group!!!
@MoscoeJohnsonJr
I am 72. I feel just like I am 14 when I hear this. Oh what an era! I can see it in my mind's eye and feel it in my bones. Gosh ....
@franlabosco9462
I feel thhesame way...I’lll be 69 July🥰
@claudiasalazar5840
♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️
@Perromedic0
Sweet stuff!
@virginiayamamoto2452
Love it. I'm 68
@mmikephilly
I woke up this morning humming and singing this. What a powerful voice that captures the story. I wish the story was longer. I could listen to Ben E. King and Sam Cooke all day.
@juventusventuno9213
you know its going to be a good day
@mitchellsteven6189
The Drifters, This song is the one i remember most when I was only 4 years old back in Brooklyn NYC in 1960. It is because of this song I can remember back to being four years old and the year 1960. I am now 59. so how's that for a memory. I fell in love with his voice Ben E. and he defined one of the best era's of that group. 1959-61. he now joins the big 3 Leads of the Drifters. Clyde Mcphatter,(White Christmas)Rudy Lewis(On Broadway,Please Stay).now Ben E King. my favorite by Ben leading the drifters will always be Count the Tears. which bring back memories to the year 1960 and President Kennedy was in office. I remember seeing him in person seated on top of a man's shoulder from a crowd.
@joelcharles4293
I second that MItchell! And let's not forget other great leads like Nate Nelson from The Flamingoes, Tony Williams from The Platters, Pooky Hudson from The Spaniels, Leslie Anderson from The Dubs, the late great Eugene Pitts from The JIve five, the unbeatable all time phenomenal Johny Maestro, that quickly come to my mind- I'm sure there' are other outstanding Leads, but can't focus now on them!