1) Whitley is … Read Full Bio ↴There is more than one artist with this name, including:
1) Whitley is Australian singer and songwriter Brian Laurence Greenwood.
2) Whitley was an American acoustic pop band from Wichita, KS, that began in November of 2005 and ended in June of 2006.
1) Whitley is Australian singer and songwriter Brian Laurence Greenwood from Melbourne, Australia.
Whitley is said to blend organic acoustic flavours with electronic overtones creating songs with hushed, whimsical tales of love and loss.
Whitley’s previous incarnations in hardcore and punk bands were tempered when he was dragged along to see alt-country stars Keiran Cane and Kevin Welsh by a friend’s father. He had an epiphany and was converted to the “songs that made sense” and started listening to traditional country. The result of these influences has produced a folktronic sound all of his own.
Whitley first met producer and collaborator, Nick Huggins, from watching him play the Mississippi folk instrument the steel lap guitar (dobro). The friendship evolved through a shared love of music and Nick was the natural choice to work on the album. The pair took a pragmatic approach to recording, decamping to the surrounds of Nick’s family home in Point Lonsdale converting the old house into a studio with a sleeping barracks out the back. Instead of a rigid schedule and time restraints, recording revolved around the Geelong footy fixture and the surfing tides. “We planned the whole album around the footy and surfing. It was a matter of working around that stuff. You don’t want to do anything when you’re not feeling creative. So we would only create and only write and only make music when we wanted. Nick is a mad Geelong fan and he refused to record on any days when Geelong was playing. And it would really influence the way Nick recorded that week. If Geelong won, he would be up beat [clicks fingers] and on fire and if they lost he would just be miserable.”
In between Geelong matches and early morning surfs, the album "The Submarine" began to take shape, coming to life in the bathrooms and bedrooms of the house. It is this organic approach that results in the songs creating an intimacy that invites you in to join in his happiness and heartbreak. The album was then mixed by Jonathan Burnside [The Sleepy Jackson, Nirvana, Faith No More, Fugazi] in his studio. Whitley felt that Burnside had an understanding of the organic recording process and could really bring that out.
Whitley's 2009 album, "Go Forth, Find Mammoth", was nominated for a 2010 ARIA Award for Best Adult Alternative Album.
Official Whitley site.
2) Whitley was an acoustic pop band from Wichita, KS that began in November of 2005 and ended in June of 2006.
They sported many tours through the Midwest region. Only one of which (Colorado) was completely unsuccessful because of weather conditions, a flat tire, and cranky 'tudes from all the dudes.
An EP was released in early 2006 containing 7 songs. A single was later attempted but was never completed.
The front-man, Tyler Clarensau, currently continues with a solo project. Music can be heard here.
The two other members, Josh White (bass) and Joey Betzen (drums) turned to an acoustic project of instrumental origin.
Dancing Queen
Whitley Lyrics
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You can jive
Having the time of your life
See that girl
Watch that scene
Dig in the dancing queen
Friday night and the lights are low
Looking out for a place to go
Getting in the swing
You come to look for a king
Anybody could be that guy
Night is young and the music's high
With a bit of rock music
Everything is fine
You're in the mood for a dance
And when you get the chance
You are the dancing queen
Young and sweet
Only seventeen
Dancing queen
Feel the beat from the tambourine
You can dance
You can jive
Having the time of your life
See that girl
Watch that scene
Dig in the dancing queen
You're a teaser, you turn 'em on
Leave 'em burning and then you're gone
Looking out for another
Anyone will do
You're in the mood for a dance
And when you get the chance
You are the dancing queen
Young and sweet
Only seventeen
Dancing queen
Feel the beat from the tambourine
You can dance
You can jive
Having the time of your life
See that girl
Watch that scene
Dig in the dancing queen
The lyrics to Whitley's song Dancing Queen describe the excitement and joy of being young and carefree, out on the town and looking to dance the night away. The song paints a picture of a typical Friday night, with the lights low and a party atmosphere in the air. The singer encourages the listener to let loose and enjoy themselves, confident in the knowledge that they are the "dancing queen" of the party.
The lyrics also touch on themes of empowerment and freedom, as the singer declares that "anybody could be that guy" and encourages the listener to explore their own desires and passions. At the same time, there is a hint of danger and flirtation in the lyrics, as the singer describes the listener as a "teaser" who can turn people on and then leave them wanting more.
Overall, the lyrics to Dancing Queen capture the youthful exuberance and excitement of the disco era, which was all about letting go and having fun on the dance floor.
Line by Line Meaning
You can dance
You have the freedom to move and groove
You can jive
You can move your body in a lively, fun way
Having the time of your life
You are experiencing pure joy and happiness in this moment
See that girl
You notice a young woman who catches your eye
Watch that scene
You observe the lively atmosphere around you
Dig in the dancing queen
You are captivated by the young woman's dancing skills and beauty
Friday night and the lights are low
It's the end of the week, the evening is progressing, and the lights in the place are turned down
Looking out for a place to go
You are searching for an exciting place to spend your evening
Where they play the right music
You are searching for an establishment where they play your preferred style of music
Getting in the swing
You are starting to feel in the mood for dancing, feeling the rhythm
You come to look for a king
You are feeling confident and looking for a partner who stands out and takes the lead
Anybody could be that guy
You are open-minded to different types of partners who could fit the role
Night is young and the music's high
The evening has just begun, and the music is at a perfect level for dancing
With a bit of rock music
You're in the mood for a specific type of music to energize you
Everything is fine
All is well, the night is still young, and you are having a great time
You're in the mood for a dance
You are feeling the urge to express yourself through movement
And when you get the chance
As soon as the opportunity arises, you will start dancing
You are the dancing queen
You are the star of the dance floor with your amazing moves and personality
Young and sweet
You are youthful, lovely and vivacious
Only seventeen
You are just starting your journey in society, having fun like any young person
Feel the beat from the tambourine
You can not only hear the music, but you can also feel the rhythm from the instruments
You're a teaser, you turn 'em on
You are incredibly charming and alluring to the opposite sex
Leave 'em burning and then you're gone
You tease and excite them, then move on to the next adventure without commitment
Looking out for another
You enjoy chasing new challenges and adventures
Anyone will do
You don't have a specific preference in partners and are open to meeting new people
Writer(s): BJOERN K. ULVAEUS, ALEKSEJ ANATOLEVICH KORTNEV, STIG ANDERSON, BENNY GORAN BROR ANDERSSON
Contributed by Isabella P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Lloyd Bywaters
How good are real musicians
SunlessSirris
Hidden gem...
Revan1992x
Better than the original in my opinion.
Andrew Stace
I love Whitley tooooo. Saw him play at the Cambridge recently and unfortunately the bar crowd up the back were rude and distracting for the last half of the show. Apologies to Whitely, please come back to Newcastle but don't play at the Cambridge. Saw Whitely with Lior at the Town Hall. Excellent show. Both great artists.
Pidget
@unicornstotherescue There's a subtle difference between thinking and blatantly stating someone else is wrong. Thanks for the reply.
unicornstotherescue
@Buttsechz no offense but it kinda seem like u forgot that he can have his own opinion too
John Cross
Yeah, a bit of a cheap shot...
Pidget
@unicornstotherescue There's a subtle difference between thinking and blatantly stating someone else is wrong. Thanks for the reply.