Blonde Redhead has gradually increased in popularity in the underground music scene. Their early music has been described as emulative of Sonic Youth, but their more recent releases have begun to stray from this generalization. Kazu Makino is noted for her high, eerie voice, which hovers over melodic guitar riffs and rhythmic drum beats.
The large span of time between Melody of Certain Damaged Lemons and Misery is a Butterfly is attributed to Makino's recovery time after being trampled by a horse. Much of Misery Is A Butterfly's imagery and illustration is equestrian or reflective of the accident. In the liner notes, Makino thanks her doctors "and her friends who fed her and cheered her up when she couldn't do much on her own."
The band's 7th album is called "23" and was released in April 2007.
Their 8th album, "Penny Sparkle" was released in September 14, 2010.
Website links:
Band Website: http://blonde-redhead.com
Promotional site for the album '23': http://www.blonderedhead23.com/
Myspace: http://www.myspace.com/blonderedhead
My Impure Hair
Blonde Redhead Lyrics
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I've gone too far
Was it enough to make you sick ?
Maybe I live again, but would I lose again my virginity ?
Oh, my virginity
I'm shaped to get in your way
But in the end
You never wept like that
Whatever lost I won't forget about you
Oh, forget about you
It's not what I said, it's what you said
It's what you did did that belongs to everyone
It's not what I hate, it's what you hate
Its decadence belongs to everyone
One day I lie next to you and you stroke my impure hair
The lyrics of the song My Impure Hair by Blonde Redhead are full of symbolism and metaphor. The song starts with the admission of losing a key and going too far, leaving the question hanging if it was enough to make whoever the song is addressed to sick. The song then goes on to contemplate the consequences of living again, specifically if losing virginity would occur again. This could be about personal experiences, but it could also be a commentary on our society and the obsession with purity and virginity.
The line "I'm shaped to get in your way" speaks to how we sometimes put ourselves in situations that aren't good for us, but we do it anyway because we feel like there's no other option. The following lines, "But in the end, We defend our decadence" suggests that we are caught up in our own desires and pleasures, and we will defend ourselves to maintain access to them, no matter the cost. The theme of loss continues with the lines, "Whatever lost I won't forget about you, Oh forget about you." This could be an admission of regret or a warning to someone that they won't forget about their actions.
The last line of the song, "One day I lie next to you and you stroke my impure hair," is a resolution of sorts. The impure hair is likely a metaphor for the imperfections that we all have, but it's a comforting gesture nonetheless. It suggests that we can love and be loved despite our flaws and that we should embrace ourselves for who we are.
Line by Line Meaning
I've lost my key
I am unable to get access to someone/something important.
I've gone too far
I have crossed a limit of no return, making things difficult to revert.
Was it enough to make you sick ?
Did my actions disgust you enough to make you feel physically ill?
Maybe I live again, but would I lose again my virginity ?
Even if I get another chance at life, will I still have to face the consequences of my actions in the past?
Oh, my virginity
Referring to an innocence lost or a mistake made, which cannot be undone.
I'm shaped to get in your way
I am designed in a way that hinders your progress or growth.
But in the end
Eventually, over time.
We defend our decadence
We protect our indulgent, extravagant way of living or behavior.
You never wept like that
You have not cried in such a manner before.
Whatever lost I won't forget about you
Despite any losses, I will remember you forever.
Oh, forget about you
An expression of loss or moving on from someone/something significant.
It's not what I said, it's what you said
The focus should be on your actions, not mine.
It's what you did did that belongs to everyone
Your actions not only affect yourself, but those around you too.
It's not what I hate, it's what you hate
I may not have any issues, but your hate can spread fast.
Its decadence belongs to everyone
The effects of an indulgent lifestyle can harm everyone, not just the person living it.
One day I lie next to you and you stroke my impure hair
A memory of being intimate with someone, with physical touch that feels tarnished or unclean.
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@roiybenkel682
I've lost my key
I've gone too far
Was it enough to make you sick ?
Maybe I live again, but would I lose again my virginity ?
Oh, my virginity
I'm shaped to get in your way
But in the end
We defend our decadence
You never wept like that
Whatever lost I won't forget about you
Oh, forget about you
It's not what I said, it's what you said
It's what you did did that belongs to everyone
It's not what I hate, it's what you hate
Its decadence belongs to everyone
One day I lie next to you and you stroke my impure hair
@aleleon5499
I've lost my key
I've gone too far
Was it enough to make you sick ?
Maybe I live again, but would I lose again my virginity ?
Oh, my virginity
I'm shaped to get in your way
But in the end
We defend our decadence
You never wept like that
Whatever lost I won't forget about you
Oh, forget about you
It's not what I said, it's what you said
It's what you did did that belongs to everyone
It's not what I hate, it's what you hate
Its decadence belongs to everyone
One day I lie next to you and you stroke my impure hair
@avedic
jesus man.......they REALLY like descending chord progressions, don't they?
Not that I mind....it sounds gorgeous.
@charliec7853
Their songs are so melancholy.
Its stirring
@newdirge
You touch my heart, guys...could not imagine my life out of blonde Redhead influence...no way...stay with me forever!
@GentleJungle
I rarely follow a musical group, but this particular trio has got me stuck. This particular song is sort of.. soul-warming.
@ling2ling
mike mills has been doing some brilliant things with blonde redhead's music.
@drox334
Beautiful
@alexp8321
Questo pezzo è stupendo, mi fa venire i brividi!
@nicolasvodanovicvaldes8317
the most beautiful song i had ever heard ... just beateous
@mariolex4525
so powerful.............
@cosmicnae
This song is so calming like omg