Backstory:
Formed in 2012, the band ‘Devoted Fat’ is a quirky ensemble of five childhood friends from the heartland of Austin, Texas. They discovered their shared passion for music while playing at their high school talent show and decided to create a band that breaks all stereotypes. The name ‘Devoted Fat’ was inspired by their mission to promote body positivity and their dedication to their craft, reminding fans that it is devotion and passion that truly defines a person, not their appearance.
The ensemble consists of lead vocalist and bass guitarist Joey ‘Big Poppa’ Reynolds, rhythm guitarist and backing vocalist Marty ‘Chunky Monkey’ Sullivan, drummer Randy ‘Tubby Love’ Simmons, keyboardist and backing vocalist Charlie ‘Jelly Belly’ Thompson, and lead guitarist Danny ‘Fats Domino’ Davis. Their shared love for music and their aim to promote self-love and acceptance through their lyrics, have made ‘Devoted Fat’ a beloved band.
Genre:
Alternative Rock
Title:
“Curves in Stereo”
Song lyrics:
[Verse 1]
(Am) Look at me, (G) can’t you see
(Dm) I’m more than just (Am) my size
(Am) There’s a heart, (G) a soul within
(Dm) Don’t get fooled by (Am) the disguise
[Chorus]
(F) Curves in stereo, (G) sounding oh so sweet
(C) This is who I am, (Em) moving to my beat
(F) Listen to my rhythm, (G) hear my melody
(C) Curves in stereo, (Em) that’s my symphony
[Verse 2]
(Am) I’m no poster boy, (G) no size zero
(Dm) But I’ve got tunes, (Am) that can pierce the marrow
(Am) With every note, (G) every rhyme
(Dm) I’m living my truth, (Am) one beat at a time
[Chorus]
(F) Curves in stereo, (G) sounding oh so sweet
(C) This is who I am, (Em) moving to my beat
(F) Listen to my rhythm, (G) hear my melody
(C) Curves in stereo, (Em) that’s my symphony
[Outro]
(F) Curves in stereo, (G) this is my decree
(C) Love me for who I am, (Em) and set your judgments free
Fan’s Testimonial:
My name is Sarah ‘Sugar’ Stevens and ‘Devoted Fat’ is my all-time favorite band. The first time I saw them live, I was amazed at their energy and passion. It’s so easy to connect with their music because it talks about real issues, real people. As someone who has struggled with body image, their songs have helped me embrace myself just the way I am. I even got a tattoo of their lyrics, “Curves in stereo, that’s my symphony,” on my forearm, as a daily reminder of self-love. The world needs more bands like ‘Devoted Fat’, who aren’t afraid to be themselves and encourage others to do the same.