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.
The Joker
various artists Lyrics
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Some people call me the gangster of love, yeah
Some people walking round calling me Maurice
Cause I speak of the pompitous of love
People talk about me, baby (People talk about me, bad to)
They say I'm doin' you wrong, (doin' you wrong, doin' you wrong)
Well, don't let that worry you baby (oh baby ....)
(Everybody Singing Along)
Cause I'm a picker
I'm a grinner
I'm a lover
And I'm a sinner
I play the music in the sun
I'm a joker
I'm a smoker
I'm a midnight toker
I give my lovin' on the run
You're the cutest thing
That I ever did see
I really love your peaches
I want to shake your tree
Lovey-dovey, dovey-lovey, dovey all the time
Ooo-eee baby, I'm gonna show you a good time babe
Cause I'm a picker
I'm a grinner
I'm a lover
And I'm a sinner
I play the music in the sun
I'm a joker
I'm a smoker
I'm a midnight toker
I sure don't want to hurt no one
Come on and follow me
You know I really want you for your company
Even though I'm attached to you physically
My computer mechanism wants you mentally
(Shoo be doo be doo shoo be)
You know I really want you for your company
(Shoo be doo be doo doo be)
My computer mechanism wants you mentally
People keep talking bout me like a low down dog (like a low life dog)
They say i'm doin ya wrong, doin ya wrong (doin ya wrong)
Well don't you know, don't you worry bout a thing pretty mama
Cause i'm right here, right here, right here singing along
Cause I'm a picker
I'm a grinner
I'm a lover
And I'm a sinner
I play the music in the sun
I'm a joker
I'm a smoker
an I'm a fa shizzile bizzile ma nizzle bizzle nizzle
I give my lovin' on the run
The lyrics of "The Joker" by Steve Miller Band are a playful and humorous description of the love life of the singer. The song begins with the singer describing how different people have different names for him, including the "space cowboy" and the "gangster of love." He then mentions how some people call him "Maurice" because he talks about the "pompitous of love," a made-up term that is often cited as an example of Steve Miller's unique and quirky songwriting.
Throughout the song, the singer seems to be reassuring his lover that he is faithful and devoted, despite what other people may say about him. He describes himself as a "picker," "grinner," "lover," and "sinner," who plays music in the sun. He also refers to himself as a "joker," "smoker," and "midnight toker," all of which suggest that he is a rebel who follows his own rules.
Despite his playful and carefree attitude, the singer also expresses a genuine and sincere interest in his lover. He calls her the "cutest thing" he's ever seen and says that he really loves her "peaches." He even suggests that his "computer mechanism" wants her "mentally," implying that he is attracted to her on a deeper level than just physical beauty.
"The Joker" has become one of Steve Miller Band's most popular and enduring songs, thanks in part to its upbeat melody, catchy lyrics, and memorable guitar riff. The song has been covered by numerous artists over the years, including Fatboy Slim, Jason Mraz, and The Kingsmen. The song has also appeared in numerous movies, TV shows, and commercials, further cementing its place in popular culture.
Line by Line Meaning
Some people call me the space cowboy
There are people who refer to me as the space cowboy
Some people call me the gangster of love, yeah
There are others who call me the gangster of love
Some people walking round calling me Maurice
Still others are referring to me as Maurice
Cause I speak of the pompitous of love
The reason for the various nicknames is due to my usage of the term 'pompitous of love'
People talk about me, baby (People talk about me, bad to)
I am often the subject of conversation, both positive and negative.
They say I'm doin' you wrong, (doin' you wrong, doin' you wrong)
Many believe that I am mistreating you in some way.
Well, don't let that worry you baby (oh baby ....)
But you shouldn't let those rumors concern you.
Cause I'm right here, right here, right here, right here at home
I am always present and committed to our relationship.
Cause I'm a picker
I am a skilled musician who plays string instruments.
I'm a grinner
I often smile and laugh during performances or in casual settings.
I'm a lover
I am someone who is capable of love and affection.
And I'm a sinner
However, I am also human and make mistakes and fall short of perfect behavior.
I play the music in the sun
I enjoy playing music outdoors in the sunshine.
I'm a joker
I am someone who tends to be playful and humorous in demeanor.
I'm a smoker
I am someone who smokes cigarettes to some degree.
I'm a midnight toker
I am someone who enjoys smoking marijuana at night, in a casual or recreational context.
I give my lovin' on the run
I am someone who tends to give affection and attention to many individuals or in short-lived relationships.
You're the cutest thing
I believe that you are an attractive and appealing person.
That I ever did see
You are the most attractive person that I have ever encountered.
I really love your peaches
I deeply appreciate you both physically and emotionally.
I want to shake your tree
I am interested in exploring and discovering more aspects of your unique personality and life experiences.
Lovey-dovey, dovey-lovey, dovey all the time
I am affectionate and attentive towards you constantly.
Ooo-eee baby, I'm gonna show you a good time babe
I plan on making you feel happy and satisfied in a variety of ways.
Come on and follow me
I am encouraging you to join me in a shared experience or adventure.
You know I really want you for your company
I value your presence and companionship highly, and enjoy spending time with you.
Even though I'm attached to you physically
Despite having romantic feelings towards you, I still feel connected to you on a platonic level.
My computer mechanism wants you mentally
I am attracted to both your physical beauty and emotional intelligence.
People keep talking bout me like a low down dog (like a low life dog)
Many continue to speak ill of me, criticizing my character or actions.
Well don't you know, don't you worry bout a thing pretty mama
Despite these rumors and criticisms, you have no reason to be concerned or anxious.
Cause i'm right here, right here, right here singing along
I am dedicated to you and our relationship, and am always present to support you.
an I'm a fa shizzile bizzile ma nizzle bizzle nizzle
This line is simply a nonsensical expression, without any clear meaning behind it.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: Ahmet Ertegun, Eddie Curtis, Steve Miller
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@kyledixon5507
2022 and this just popped in my head. These were simpler times. Still bumps!
@KaptiveGaming
Dude same, it Popped in my head out of no where. I listened to this when it first dropped lol time flies
@brokYn
This will always bump!
@suds6424
i was watching a video about how AK was saying that Kendrick Lamar stole his video idea and that he was the first to ever make a video like that with a one shot straight through raping with nothing but a backdrop. this video instantly popped in my head and i had to come back and watch it. haven't heard this in probably 9 years so AK was definitely not the first to do it like this
@nwsmgquis
Bars!!!
@FargoB
No kapp I been bumpin the explanation lately
@DariusDinero
This song will never get old 🤧
@eunicewashington6450
Still lit
@user-zf5xq6kb5p
Y'all annoying
@dudewtfdudewtf5095
you're the lizard 🦎