Sly

The Cat Empire

About Sly

"Sly" is a song by The Cat Empire, and was the first single taken from their 2005 album, Two Shoes. It peaked at #23 in the Australian singles chart. The song appears on EA Games' FIFA 08.


Year:
2009
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If frizzy hair was a metaphor for festival time
Then this woman is a goddess of that festival shrine
Met her at a jam in a garden of sorts
I must confess, god bless, some impure thoughts
"Show us the money" was the call of the night
But no money could have bought even a piece of the pride
There might have been a sea of people I don't know
Because all I could see was how this woman she glowed so

Why, it's a pleasure to meet you
You look like one incredible creature
Wanna treat you fine, let's dance and grind
Get so funk-inflicted, it's a crime
You're divine you're sublime and well you blow my mind
You're so sly

She caterpillar so good that all the Greeks go, "Killa!"
Break and enter take ya like a glass of milk then (Spill ya)
Saw her coming, what a scene, what I mean she got
That sex coffee bean, but she tastes like vanilla
Well alright, she ignite when we hit the floor
Like the vroom on a super Commodore
Now if it makes a good story, well it's just worthwhile
With her's like dealing stories in a sprinkler style, it's so sly

Why, it's a pleasure to meet you
You look like one incredible creature
Wanna treat you fine, let's dance and grind
Get so funk-inflicted, it's a crime
You're divine you're sublime and well you blow my mind
You're so sly

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Oh, do the Louis
Do the ja-ja-ja-ja Jenni
Do the boom-shak, hit-the-sack, back-seat's feeling alright
Feeling alright
Do the McShuffle
Rock it with a fine stride
Do the late checkout with a do-not-disturb sign outside
Now do the sly

Why, it's a pleasure to meet you
You look like one incredible creature
Wanna treat you fine, let's dance and grind
Get so funk-inflicted, it's a crime
You're divine you're sublime and well you blow my mind
You're so sly
You're so sly
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The Cat Empire

The Cat Empire are an Australian ska and jazz band formed in 1999. Core members are Harry James Angus (trumpet and vocals), Will Hull-Brown (drums), Jamshid "Jumps" Khadiwhala (decks, percussion), Ollie McGill (keyboard and backing vocals), Ryan Monro (bass and backing vocals) and Felix Riebl (percussion and vocals). They are often supplemented by The Empire Horns, a brass duo composed of Ross Irwin (trumpet) and Kieran Conrau (trombone), and have recurring guest musicians. Their sound is a fusion of jazz, ska, funk and rock with heavy Latin influences. more »

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Written by: Felix Riebl

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11 facts about this song

Musical Style
"Sly" is known for its fusion of jazz, ska, funk, and rock, reflecting The Cat Empire's reputation for defying genre boundaries.
International Recognition
"Sly" was a top 20 hit in several countries, including Australia, New Zealand, and the UK, proving The Cat Empire's international popularity.
Album Release
This song was included in the band's self-titled debut album, "The Cat Empire," released in 2003.
Chart Performance
In Australia, "Sly" reached number 18 on the ARIA Singles Chart.
Musical Line-up
The song primarily features vocals from lead singer Felix Riebl, with support from the band's brass section, drums, keyboard, and double bass.
Lyrics Interpretation
Its lyrics have been interpreted as promoting a laid-back, carefree outlook on life, a recurring theme in the band’s discography.
Notable Performances
Since its release, "Sly" has become a staple of The Cat Empire's live performances. It was featured in their 2009 live album, "Live on Earth."
Award Nominations
In 2004, the song was nominated in three categories (including Single of the Year) at the Australian Music Industry's ARIA Music Awards.
Promotional Video
The music video for "Sly" provides a playful visualization of the song's cheerful, upbeat vibe and it often uses animation and quick-cut editing.
Songwriting
Like most of The Cat Empire's songs, "Sly" is credited to all the members of the band, reflecting their collaborative approach to songwriting.
Influence
The success of "Sly" helped pave the way for The Cat Empire's subsequent hits and contributed significantly to their growing international fanbase.

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