Married to Alisa Daniels, July 2002 - they divorced in 2005. He lived with Geneva Jacuzzi for seven years until early 2011.
He has since caught the attention of various media sources, especially in the Los Angeles area. As most of his albums are self-made, many of them have never been heard by fans. The only albums which have been commercially released come from his "Haunted Graffiti" series and are thus the best known.
Pink produces and plays almost all of his own music, and is noted for creating drum sounds using primarily his mouth, and sometimes his armpits. His home recording technique gives his music a very lo-fi sound, to the point where new listeners may mistake the era of his music.
Pink cites R. Stevie Moore--friend, mentor, and "father of home recording"--as one of his major influences. He is sometimes associated with the New Weird America movement, and could also be considered an embodiment of 'The New Sincerity'. Pink boasts a cult following and endorsements from more widely known artists such as fellow Paw Tracks artists Animal Collective.
Aside from his music, Pink also makes semi-abstract and surreal grotesque drawings, which can be purchased from his unofficial website, ARIEL PINK haunted house, for a hefty price.
Plastic Raincoats in the Pig Parade
Ariel Pink Lyrics
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It must've been an Ariel day
And all of a sudden I was allotted
The chance to go with a big parade
Oh yeah! Oh yeah!
Plastic raincoats in the pig parade
Oh yeah! Oh yeah!
Mannequins are so afraid
Don't be afraid to show your stripes
Because the mannequins is always right
Plastic raincoats in the pig parade
All over the world
Cocaine bank got the Portobello Girl
It's a Tokyo night when you feel alright
The Arkansas moon's gonna shine tonight
All over the world we're gonna do it right
So wear your plastic raincoats in the pig parade
Cause the mannequins is so afraid
The mannequins suits Lady Umbrella
March along the edge of the Thames
Then up came two or three or four Berettas
Raincoats in the big pig parade
Oh yeah! Oh yeah!
Wear your plastic raincoats in the pig parade
Oh yeah! Oh yeah!
Mannequins are so afraid
Don't be afraid to show your stripes
Because the mannequins is always right
Plastic raincoats in the pig parade
All over the world
Cocaine bank got the Portobello Girl
It's a Tokyo night when you feel alright
The Arkansas moon's gonna shine tonight
All over the world we're gonna do it right
So wear your plastic raincoats in the pig parade
Because the mannequins is so afraid
Oh yeah! Oh yeah!
The lyrics of Ariel Pink's "Plastic Raincoats in the Pig Parade" is a surrealistic commentary on conformity and the fear of being different. With lines such as "don't be afraid to show your stripes, because the mannequins is always right" and "plastic raincoats in the pig parade," Pink is indicting the societal pressure to conform to a certain image or standard. The song suggests that even the mannequins, which are dress forms fashioned to appear as people, are afraid to be different.
The sky being described as "white and black and polka-dotted" presents a sense of confusion and disorder. However, it also highlights the unique and out-of-the-ordinary aspects of the day. The singer then describes being a part of the big parade, alluding to the idea of a mass movement or a culture of sameness that values conformity over individuality.
Throughout the song, there are references to different locales such as Tokyo and Arkansas, emphasizing that this pressure to conform is universal. In the end, Pink's lyrics suggest that being different is okay, and that one should not be afraid to stand out from the crowd.
Line by Line Meaning
The sky was white and black and polka dotted
The sky was peculiar, with contrasting colors and a pattern that resembled polka dots.
It must've been an Ariel day
The unique and strange nature of the sky was typical of an Ariel day.
And all of a sudden I was allotted
Suddenly, I was given the opportunity.
The chance to go with a big parade
To participate in a large procession.
Mannequins are so afraid
Mannequins are fearful creatures.
Don't be afraid to show your stripes
You should not be scared to reveal your true colors or personality.
Because the mannequins is always right
In spite of their fears, the mannequins have a sense of superiority and tend to think they are correct.
All over the world
Everywhere.
Cocaine bank got the Portobello Girl
The cocaine bank has acquired the Portobello Girl.
It's a Tokyo night when you feel alright
On a night in Tokyo, one tends to feel okay.
The Arkansas moon's gonna shine tonight
Tonight, the moon in Arkansas is going to illuminate.
All over the world we're gonna do it right
Around the world, we plan to accomplish things in a proper manner.
So wear your plastic raincoats in the pig parade
During the pig parade, put on your plastic raincoat as a form of protection.
The mannequins suits Lady Umbrella
Lady Umbrella is accompanied by mannequins.
March along the edge of the Thames
Proceed along the waterfront of the Thames.
Then up came two or three or four Berettas
Two, three, or four Berettas suddenly appeared.
Raincoats in the big pig parade
During the pig parade, there are raincoats.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: ARIEL ROSENBERG, KIM FOWLEY
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Island Hall
This album brings me back to being depressed in 2017. Walking around alone at an amusement park while listening to this and making movies in my head.
Invader Jet
Ain't life a bitch?
:Honey_Nut_Cheetos:
It’s gruesome how someone so strong could be so sad
Jordan Thompson
ive listend to the whole album atleast 27 times in the past 6 months
Louie Stone
E - God
Are you still listening, of not so much what r u?
Demonlord 69
It must have been an Ariel day
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doyoi wanna be my friend
MrMc Moonman
These are the best songs! Ones that don't make any sense but are really fun to listen to
MD
It does make sense though, it's all about being yourself and letting your freak flag fly, regardless of what the frightened mannequins (normies) think. The lyrics are the best part of the song.
hguiohoi asdsad
@MD that ain't the confusing part. It's the weird noses after each 'Oh yeah' like a horse and a police siren. I can't rly say I get it but its cool though