Blonde Redhead is an alternative rock band originating from New York City i… Read Full Bio ↴Blonde Redhead is an alternative rock band originating from New York City in the early 1990s. It was formed by Kazu Makino, Maki Takahashi and Milan-born Italian twin brothers Simone Pace and Amedeo Pace. They take their name from a song by DNA, a 70's and 80's no wave band from New York. Blonde Redhead caught the attention of Sonic Youth's drummer, Steve Shelley, who produced their first self titled album in 1993. Shortly afterwards Maki Takahashi left the band and the remaining band members continued as a trio. On their third album, Fake Can Be Just As Good, they were joined by Vern Rumsey of Unwound as a guest bassist. After this they continued without a bass player for the release of the remainder of their albums. On their fourth album, In an Expression of the Inexpressible, Guy Picciotto of Fugazi was hired as producer, as well as contributing to singing on the song "Futurism vs. Passeism Part 2". Guy Picciotto has produced their latest two records as well, Melody of Certain Damaged Lemons and Misery is a Butterfly.

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

Slogan
Blonde Redhead Lyrics

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Tu es faible, tu es fourbe, tu es fou,
Tu es froid, tu es faux, tu t'en fous,
Evelyne, je t'en pris, Evelyne, dis pas ça,
Evelyne, tu m'as aimé, ouvres moi.
Tu es vil, tu es veule, tu es vain,
Tu es vieux, tu es vide, tu n'es rien.
Evelyne, tu es injuste, Evelyne tu as tort,
Evelyne, tu vois tu m'aimes encore.

Tu es faible, tu es fourbe, tu es fou,
Tu es froid, tu es faux, tu t'en fous,

Evelyne, tu es injuste, Evelyne tu as tort,
Evelyne, tu vois tu m'aimes encore.

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Blonde Redhead's song "Slogan" vividly depict the complex emotions and relationship dynamics between two people, identified as Evelyne and the singer. The song seems to outline a conversation between the two people, with the singer pleading with Evelyne to open up to him and acknowledge the love they once had. However, Evelyne appears to be bitter and resentful towards the singer, describing him with a list of negative characteristics, including weakness, deceitfulness, madness, coldness, and falseness.

The singer, on the other hand, appears to be more forgiving and sees through Evelyne's hurtful words, insisting that Evelyne still loves him despite her denial. The repetitive nature of the lyrics and the use of simple, straightforward language adds to the raw emotional intensity of the song. Overall, "Slogan" is a hauntingly beautiful and poignant expression of the complexities of human relationships.

Line by Line Meaning

Tu es faible, tu es fourbe, tu es fou,
You are weak, you are deceitful, you are crazy,

Tu es froid, tu es faux, tu t'en fous,
You are cold, you are fake, you don't care,

Evelyne, je t'en pris, Evelyne, dis pas ça,
Evelyne, I beg of you, Evelyne, don't say that,

Evelyne, tu m'as aimé, ouvres moi.
Evelyne, you loved me, open up to me.

Tu es vil, tu es veule, tu es vain,
You are vile, you are weak, you are vain,

Tu es vieux, tu es vide, tu n'es rien.
You are old, you are empty, you are nothing.

Evelyne, tu es injuste, Evelyne tu as tort,
Evelyne, you are unjust, Evelyne you are wrong,

Evelyne, tu vois tu m'aimes encore.
Evelyne, you see, you still love me.

Tu es faible, tu es fourbe, tu es fou,
You are weak, you are deceitful, you are crazy,

Tu es froid, tu es faux, tu t'en fous,
You are cold, you are fake, you don't care,

Evelyne, tu es injuste, Evelyne tu as tort,
Evelyne, you are unjust, Evelyne you are wrong,