Just recognize the dance-floor smash and lure of “Zero,” the intricate harmonies and soaring falsettos on “Girl Like That,” and the sultry, seductive “Future Love”, all of which were co-written by the group, to sample their impressive pedigree.
With their Capitol Records debut album, the five members offer a wide variety of varying musical influences, with an emphasis on melodies, harmonies and a dynamic live show punctuated by world-class choreography. Put together after a country-wide talent search that was more comprehensive than anything on American Idol, the guys in Varsity Fanclub have been working toward this moment their entire lives.
Fans are just as excited for Varsity Fanclub to hit the mainstream as the five soon-to-be teen idols are prepared to become staples in the pop world. In March, 2008, the band re-launched their myspace page (www.myspace.com/varsityfanclub) and premiered “Zero” simultaneously on their page and Popstar Magazine’s myspace page. Kids immediately began reacting to the new look and music on the myspace page and the group began to experience rapid growth in song plays, page views and new friend requests. Within six weeks, total song plays on their page jumped an incredible 762%, nearing 2 million total plays, while page views rose 676% to over 3 million views, and their friend list increased 156% to 17,000 friends.
L.A.-born and raised Bobby, the youngest member of the group, is an accomplished actor who has appeared in Spy Kids, among others, is a fan of hip-hop like Black Eyed Peas, melodic rockers Snow Patrol and Blue October. Las Vegas resident Jayk, a one-time baseball player is the “bad boy” and athlete who first got into music through the boy band craze. Louisiana-born Drew, the “quirky talker” is a big fan of The King because his father is an Elvis impersonator and a Beach Boys admirer for “their amazing harmonies.” San Diego’s Thomas, a yo-yo champion and laid-back surfer who has appeared on Broadway, is the emo fan in the group, a fan of rock bands like Dashboard Confessional and Smashing Pumpkins (Side Note: Thomas is no longer in Varsity Fanclub and has been replaced with T.C. Carter), while Indiana Hoosier David, a dancer who has taught around the country, prefers Michael Jackson, Prince, Stevie Wonder and Madonna.
“The cool thing about us is we’re all influenced by different artists, which brings us together as a band even more,” says Thomas.
“We’re five individual guys who each bring something unique,” says Bobby, exchanging thoughts as easily as they trade vocal parts, with each participating equally in the overall sound.
“We just try to keep it as real as possible,” adds Jayk about the group, who have all relocated to Los Angeles, where they have undergone an intense boot camp regimen that has honed them into a seamless unit. “It’s crazy how well we get along.”
“The group clicked extremely well from the very beginning,” said David.
“We mesh real well, like mashed potatoes,” laughs Drew, who adds their new home “was very nice at first, but now it looks like a rundown frat house.”
“We have a mixture of R&B and hip-hop, but also pop and rock,” says Jayk. “It’s a cool sound that’s fresh and not really out there too much right now… it’s about great beats and great melodies.”
On songs like the aching “Half of You,” Varsity Fanclub’s vocals are almost interchangeable. “The leads get spread pretty evenly because we can all sing,” nods David. “It all depends on whose voice fits naturally, or sounds best while we’re recording. That’s what makes us special when it comes to bands like ours. All five of us contribute to the final product.”
Every member of Varsity Fanclub also takes part in the songwriting process. “Future Love” was initially submitted by the producer/writer Timbaland protégé, Ryan Tedder, and the group took off from there. “Girl Like That” is a song every female in the audience will think is aimed directly at them.
“That’s what it’s all about for us,” says Thomas, the self-acknowledged romantic of the group. “It’s all about relationships, giving full attention to our audience.”
Varsity Fanclub is ready for the big time… a male vocal group who can both dance and sing and write their own material. For Drew, Jayk, Thomas, Bobby and David, it’s all about entertaining their fans.
“That’s the #1 thing for us,” states Jayk. When we step on stage, we don’t want it to come off as just another performance. We want it to seem we’re putting on a show for each and every member of that audience. We’re not just going through the motions. We’re going to entertain you.”
Get ready for Varsity Fanclub. They are more than ready for you.
“We’ve always loved music and we’ve always known we wanted to perform,” says Bobby. “This is what we love to do.”
As for the possibility of fame, Drew says bring it on.
“I don’t even want to be able to go to a mall without getting bombarded,” he insists.
With their debut album, Varsity Fanclub are more than ready for their close-up. They’ve waited their whole lives for this moment.
Baby Steps
Varsity Fanclub Lyrics
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Admit it, we're finished
You don't want me no more (No)
Like a night mare, I lived it
It was too big to ignore (Ooh)
I hear the sirens but they pass me by.
My hazard lights are flashing, somebody, anyone
HELP cause its an emergency.
Someone just wounded my heart.
So HELP, its like a bad surgery and now its time to recharge.
I'm starting over taking,
One, two, baby steps.
Three, four, baby steps.
Five, six, baby steps.
I'm starting over again.
Abandonded, yeah I'm crying.
Its like you left me for dead (So dead, so dead)
I'm so broken, my love's frozen.
How do you live with regrets (Oh woah)
I see the memories flash before my eyes.
My tank is running empty, somebody rescue me.
HELP cause its an emergency.
Someone just wounded my heart.
So HELP, its like a bad surgery
And now its time to recharge.
I'm starting over taking,
One, two, baby steps.
Three, four, baby steps.
Five, six, baby steps.
I'm starting over taking,
One, two, baby steps.
Three, four, baby steps.
Five, six, baby steps.
I'm starting over again.
Its unexplainable
Kind of and unattainable
When the person you love aint enough.
I feel so pitiful
Look at my face you'll know the pain is in my eyes.
I need some, help.
HELP cause its an emergency.
Someone just wounded my heart.
So HELP its like a bad surgery and now its time to recharge.
HELP cause its an emergency.
Someone just wounded my heart.
So HELP its like a bad surgery and now its time to recharge.
I'm starting over taking,
One, two, baby steps.
Three, four, baby steps.
Five, six, baby steps.
I'm starting over again.
I'm starting over taking,
One, two, baby steps.
Three, four, baby steps.
Five, six, baby steps.
I'm starting over again.
The lyrics of Varsity Fanclub's "Baby Steps" follows the story of a person who is facing heartbreak and is left alone to pick up the pieces of their broken heart. The first verse paints a picture of how their relationship ended, as the singer acknowledges that the other person no longer wants them in their life. They feel abandoned and broken, and it is almost as if they are living in a nightmare that they cannot forget. The singer hears the sirens in the distance as a metaphor for trying to get someone's attention, but no one comes to their aid. They feel lost and alone, and they desperately need someone to rescue them from their pain.
As the song progresses, the chorus repeats "help" as a plea for assistance. The singer talks about how their heart has been wounded and needs to recharge after the emotional trauma they have faced. They acknowledge that they need to take baby steps, one at a time, to overcome the pain and start over. The repetition of the verse and chorus emphasizes the desperate need for help, and how difficult it can be to overcome heartbreak on your own. The second verse continues the story of the singer’s pain, as they talk about how they are crying and feel frozen in their love. Memories flash before their eyes, but they feel stuck in their pain.
Overall, the song is a poignant reminder of how powerful heartbreak can be, and how difficult it can be to move past it. The lyrics convey a sense of desperation and pain, but there is also a glimmer of hope in the repeated emphasis on taking baby steps towards healing.
Line by Line Meaning
Admit it, we're finished
The relationship is over and it's time to accept it.
You don't want me no more (No)
The other person has lost interest and wants to move on.
Like a night mare, I lived it
The experience was terrible and difficult to go through.
It was too big to ignore (Ooh)
It was impossible to overlook the problems in the relationship.
I hear the sirens but they pass me by.
Despite the desperate situation, no one is responding to the artist's cry for help.
My hazard lights are flashing, somebody, anyone HELP cause its an emergency.
The singer is reaching out, begging for assistance as if facing a life-threatening emergency.
Someone just wounded my heart.
The hurt was caused by someone else's actions, leading to emotional pain.
So HELP, its like a bad surgery and now its time to recharge.
The artist needs time to heal from the emotional trauma, taking small steps to recover.
I'm starting over taking, One, two, baby steps.
The artist is starting a new phase in life, taking it one step at a time.
Three, four, baby steps. Five, six, baby steps.
The artist emphasizes that progress is being made, even if it's slow and steady.
Abandonded, yeah I'm crying.
The singer feels deserted and alone, leading to tears.
Its like you left me for dead (So dead, so dead).
The other person gave up on the relationship without any concern for the artist's wellbeing.
I'm so broken, my love's frozen.
The singer's heart is shattered, and any love that was there has disappeared.
How do you live with regrets (Oh woah)
The pain and regret of the situation is something that can't be ignored or forgotten easily.
I see the memories flash before my eyes.
The singer is haunted by the past, unable to let go of the memories.
My tank is running empty, somebody rescue me.
The artist is on the verge of emotional exhaustion and needs someone to help them through the hard times.
Its unexplainable Kind of and unattainable When the person you love aint enough.
Love alone doesn't solve all problems, and when it's not enough, it's a difficult and inexplicable situation to navigate.
I feel so pitiful Look at my face you'll know the pain is in my eyes.
Despite trying to hide the pain, it's highly visible in the singer's face.
HELP cause its an emergency.
The singer continues to plead for help in the ongoing crisis.
I'm starting over taking, One, two, baby steps.
The artist stresses the importance of starting anew and making progress.
Three, four, baby steps. Five, six, baby steps.
The artist continues to highlight the small steps being made to move forward.
Contributed by Samantha V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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WHY ISN'T THIS ON SPOTIFY?! I LOVE THIS SONG
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