(1) Belly, an alternati… Read Full Bio ↴There are two artists on last.fm with this name:
(1) Belly, an alternative rock band from Rhode Island which formed in 1991,
(2) Belly/Rebellyus, a rapper from Ottawa, Canada.
(1) An alternative rock band active from 1991 to 1996 which reunited in 2016. Belly was formed in 1991 by former Throwing Muses members Tanya Donelly (also in The Breeders with Kim Deal) and Fred Abong. Based in Boston, Massachusetts (although all of the members were from Newport, Rhode Island), the band consisted of Donelly on lead vocals, Abong on bass, Tom Gorman on guitar, and Chris Gorman on drums.
In 1993, they scored an alternative hit with the single “Feed the Tree”. Their debut album, Star, reached #2 on the UK albums chart, with its 1995 follow-up, King, reaching #6. Their third album, Dove, was released in 2018.
(2) Belly (Rebellyus) is a rapper and hip-hop artist from Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, with origins in Palestine. He is a practicing Muslim. Born in Jenin, Palestine, his musical career has been based in the Ottawa, Ontario. In addition to a Juno, he has won two MuchMusic Video Awards and has twice attained a top chart position in the national Much Music Countdown. His stage name of Belly/Rebellyus was derived from the term “rebellious”.
He first appeared on Massari’s third single “Rush the Floor”. His first solo single “Pressure” (featuring Ginuwine) and his debut album, The Revolution, were released in 2007. The double disc album was divided into two sections: “The People” and “The System”. “The People” contained more in-depth songs, such as “History of Violence” (produced by Whosane?), “Follow Me”, and “Revolutionary”, where he challenges his listeners to discover the facts regarding the Middle-East situation. Other songs on this disc include “People Change” (produced by Whosane?), “Leave me Alone”, where he talks about his longtime friends and the memories that he kept from them. “The System” contained his hit singles “Don’t Be Shy”, “Ridin’”, and “Pressure”.
Red
Belly Lyrics
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You look older than your mother.
Where should I not touch?
What should I not kiss?
Where does it hurt?
Red, in you slumber,
You look younger, so much stronger.
Honey on your breath,
Where does it hurt?
Red red red, oh.
So long in this house.
It's a big one, full of scarecrows, even now.
So now you look ahead to the edge
Of a bigh metal sun over sunset, overheated (over).
Welcome home, our only son.
Red red red, oh.
Mm mm come open mouth like Venus.
Mm mm come over (the) mountain like Vesuvius.
Send a rocket for Red, and he goes coo-coo.
Mm mm come open mouth like Venus.
Mm mm come over (the) mountain like Vesuvius.
Send a rocket for Red, and he goes coo-coo.
Send a rocket for Red, and he goes coo-coo.
Red red red, oh.
Belly's song "Red" is a beautifully crafted piece that speaks about the complexity of the human psyche. The song's primary purpose is to depict the personification of the color red, which the singer anthropomorphizes and addresses as "Red." The opening lyrics "Red, you look tired. You look older than your mother," suggest that the singer is talking to someone who is struggling with something. The mention of the mother, who is generally considered the epitome of youth, makes it clear that the singer feels that Red appears to be aging faster than usual, which indicates that they are going through something troubling.
Later on, the singer asks, "Where does it hurt?" indicating that they are empathetically trying to understand Red's struggle. Furthermore, the mention of "Honey on your breath, Heaven in your head" suggests that Red may be a victim of addiction, and the singer wants to help him overcome his demons. The repetition of the lyric, "Where does it hurt?" at the end of each stanza, reinforces the idea that pain is the central theme of the song, and that Red is ultimately inadequate at concealing it from the singer.
In the final stanza, the singer speaks to Red, referring to him as the "only son" who has come back home. The use of the term "rocket" suggests that Red is struggling to keep his feet on the ground, but he has found some kind of solace in Venus and Vesuvius. It is unclear whether the singer is angry, frustrated, or just trying to reach out to Red as he repeats Red's name three times at the end of the song.
Line by Line Meaning
Red, you look tired.
You appear to be exhausted and in need of rest, possibly due to stress or other taxing events.
You look older than your mother.
Your appearance seems to indicate that you have aged rapidly and are showing signs of wear and tear more commonly associated with advanced age.
Where should I not touch?
In what areas of your body would you prefer that I refrain from physical contact, either due to physical discomfort or personal preference?
What should I not kiss?
Which parts of your face or body should I avoid kissing, possibly due to sensitivities or dislike?
Where does it hurt?
For what reasons do you experience pain or discomfort in your body at this time?
Red, in your slumber,
When you are asleep and peaceful,
You look younger, so much stronger.
Your relaxed state seems to take years off of your appearance and make you seem more energized and renewed.
Honey on your breath, Heaven in your head.
Your breathing is soft and sweet, while your mind is filled with pleasurable thoughts or sensations.
Red red red, oh.
Red is the color that symbolizes passion, emotion, and sometimes danger.
So long in this house.
You have spent a significant amount of time living within this particular dwelling.
It's a big one, full of scarecrows, even now.
The house is quite large and spacious, but there is a sense of unease or danger lurking within.
So now you look ahead to the edge
You are contemplating an uncertain future, and perhaps feeling somewhat apprehensive or unprepared for what lies ahead.
Of a big metal sun over sunset, overheated (over).
You envision a highly stylized, futuristic landscape with a blazing sun that seems to scorch everything in its path.
Welcome home, our only son.
You are being welcomed back into a warm and familiar environment, possibly by your family.
Mm mm come open mouth like Venus.
The sound of your voice is sensuous and alluring, evoking the image of the ancient goddess of love and beauty.
Mm mm come over (the) mountain like Vesuvius.
Your approach is intense and powerful, evoking the image of a volcanic eruption that overpowers everything in its path.
Send a rocket for Red, and he goes coo-coo.
You are unpredictable and may react strongly or irrationally to certain stimuli or situations.
Red red red, oh.
The color red is still a powerful symbol for you, representing your passionate and intense nature.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: TANYA DONELLY, TOM GORMAN
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