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Yes, they do exist. The band that doesn't just fit into one category and knows how to inspire with its powerful and cleverly arranged songs. But that's not all:
Bananafishbones also possesses the talent for catchy pop tunes as their chart success "Come To Sin" proves. Everyone who owns a T.V. set must have heard "Come To Sin" at least once because in 1998 that single was the soundtrack for a C&A commercial by Roman Kuhn that embellished the commercial cluster on MTV and other channels.
But even without the commercial, the song "Come to Sin" established itself as an excellent pop song. It entered the top 50 of the media control single charts; and the immediate rise to position 32(KW2) as the frequent airplay and position 36 in the airplay charts speak for themselves.
The press and the critics also welcomed the band with open arms. According to the "Sueddeutsche Zeitung" the Bananafishbones beat the Guano Apes. Apparently, it doesn't take more than just three virtuosic musicians to produce an imaginative and original sound.
Others praised the mix of loveliness and gruffness, harmony and anarchy (MM) and attested that Bananafishbones isn't only the most important but also the best band of the county.
They also made the Soundtrack for the German soccer Films "Die Wilden Kerle 1 - 3".
Light My Fire
Bananafishbones Lyrics
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Chose A Bra And Then Shine Your Shoes
Saturday Night Nothing To Do
I Lose My Liver In The Liverpool
And The Girls Go
Show Me Baby Where It Hurts
See You In The Alligator
Maybe In The Elevator
Show Me Baby Where It'S At
Licking Raindrops From Your Hat
Alison May Queen Of The Day
Let'S Get It Up In Style
The lyrics to Bananafishbones's song "Light My Fire" speak to the feelings of restlessness and boredom that can sometimes creep up on us during a Saturday night with nothing to do. The singer suggests getting dressed up and going out on the town, hoping to find excitement and connection in the company of others. The line "I lose my liver in the Liverpool" is a humorous way of expressing a desire to let loose and have a good time, even if it means indulging in some unhealthy behavior.
The chorus of the song features a call-and-response structure between the singer and the girls he encounters. They ask him to show them where it hurts, and suggest kissing snowflakes for dessert. The references to alligator and elevator suggest the possibility of some kind of illicit or adventurous encounter. The second verse continues with a similar theme, with the singer asking the girls to show him where it's at, and describing the act of licking raindrops from a hat. The name Alison is mentioned, possibly as a specific person the singer is interested in.
Line by Line Meaning
Saturday Night Nothing To Do
I am bored on a Saturday night with no plans.
Chose A Bra And Then Shine Your Shoes
I am trying to find a way to occupy my time, so I'll put effort into my appearance.
I Lose My Liver In The Liverpool
I get drunk in Liverpool and have a wild time.
And The Girls Go
The girls are also out having a good time.
Show Me Baby Where It Hurts
Tell me what's bothering you and I'll try to make it better.
Kissing Snowflakes For Desert
We are out in the cold weather, but we are enjoying ourselves.
See You In The Alligator
We might meet up later in a bar or club called The Alligator.
Maybe In The Elevator
We might hook up in a private spot like an elevator.
Show Me Baby Where It'S At
Tell me what you're into and I'll try to give it to you.
Licking Raindrops From Your Hat
We are out in the rain, but we are still having fun and being spontaneous.
Alison May Queen Of The Day
My friend Alison is with us and we are celebrating her.
Let'S Get It Up In Style
Let's continue having a good time in a stylish way.
Contributed by Allison C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.