First line-u… Read Full Bio ↴Civet is a punk rock band from Long Beach, California.
First line-up:
Liza Graves: Vocals, Guitar.
Suzi Homewrecker: Guitar.
Jackie Daniels: Bass.
Bombshell Brenz (Brenna Red): Drums.
In November, 2008, Jackie and Brenna were replaced by Jacqui Valentine on bass and Cat Scandal on drums. Later, Cat left and Danni Harrowyn took the drums. Another change was made, with Roxie Darling replacing Danni on drums.
In November 2010, during a tour, bass player Jacqui Valentine and drumer Roxie Darling quit the band. Liza and Suzi finished the dates with the help of some friends on bass and drums.
2011 line-up put an end to the all-female formation:
Ms. Liza Graves: Vocals, Guitar.
Suzi Homewrecker: Guitar, Backing Vocals.
Jonny Grill: Bass, Backing Vocals.
Christian Riersgard: Drums.
Their offical website can be found at www.teamcivet.com.
Wikipedia: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Civet_(band)
Take Me Away
Civet Lyrics
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Feels like I've known you for years and years
What I have, it ain't enough to give
You want it all honey, you just want to live
Take, take me away, show me your blood
and give me all your pain
Don't tell me no, cause I've had you before
Use your pity to travel the world
It got you fame, but it cost you your girl
He's no God and I'm no saint
Get outta hell before it's too late
When you're down, on your knees
You'll be begging, baby please
You've got one chance, to be with me
Break my heart
And that's the last you'll ever see
You had me first but I don't belong to you
Don't leave me lovesick, hopeless and confused
You're the same and you know it's true
In the opening lines of Civet's song Take Me Away, the singer describes feeling as though she has known the subject of her song for years, having seen their blood, sweat and tears. This sense of connection is complicated by the fact that "what I have ain't enough to give" - that is to say, the singer feels inadequate in offering the kind of support or help that the other person needs. The other person is characterized as a risk-taker who wants to "live" and "have it all." The chorus repeats the phrase "take, take me away," which could be interpreted as a plea for escape or release from the difficulties of life.
The lyrics become more cryptic in the second verse, as the singer describes the other person's use of "pity" to gain fame and success, but at a cost. She warns that "he's no god" and "I'm no saint," suggesting that neither of them is perfect, but that they might be able to help each other. The repeated image of being on one's knees and begging suggests a sense of desperation or vulnerability, but also a possibility of redemption or forgiveness. The song ends on a note of ambivalence, with the singer acknowledging that she doesn't belong to the other person, but also expressing a fear of being left "lovesick, hopeless, and confused."
Line by Line Meaning
I've seen your blood, sweat and tears
I have watched you struggle and work hard, giving your all
Feels like I've known you for years and years
Even though we have not known each other for long, I feel like I have known you for a long time
What I have, it ain't enough to give
Despite what I have to offer, it may not be sufficient
You want it all honey, you just want to live
You desire everything that life has to offer, and you want to live it fully
Take, take me away, show me your blood
Take me away with you, and share everything about yourself with me, including your pain and struggles
and give me all your pain
Let me help carry your burdens by sharing your pain with me
Don't tell me no, cause I've had you before
Do not reject me, because we have been together before
Darts and daggers leave me on the floor
The hurtful words and actions of others can be devastating and leave me feeling weak
Use your pity to travel the world
You can use your sympathy for me to explore and see the world
It got you fame, but it cost you your girl
Using your sorrow to gain fame resulted in the loss of your significant other
He's no God and I'm no saint
Neither of us is perfect, and should not be idolized as such
Get outta hell before it's too late
Escape your current situation before it becomes irreversible
When you're down, on your knees
During difficult times, when you are vulnerable and helpless
You'll be begging, baby please
You will be requesting and pleading for help
You've got one chance, to be with me
This is your only opportunity to be with me
Break my heart
Hurt my feelings
And that's the last you'll ever see
If you hurt me, I will never see you again
You had me first but I don't belong to you
You were the first person to have a romantic relationship with me, but I am not your possession
Don't leave me lovesick, hopeless and confused
Do not make me feel heartbroken, without hope or direction
You're the same and you know it's true
You are still the same person with the same issues, and you know it to be true
Contributed by Eva T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
MrTritratralla
So powerful, love it
nickisuhl
new favourite band <3
jesse g
i like!
Ellie
yes yes, it IS a distillers cover
Gabriela Martínez Reséndiz
i think is from Rancid dearly
Madam Kitty
i'm pretty sure that 1 of the band members had been in the band caleed kittie
nahid falsename
they can take me away anytime :P
Patrick Eder
is this a cover from Distillers?
Uakari
Someone needs to tell these ladies there is such a thing as too much makeup hahaha.
HYDRAG ON
yes lots of make up but they are still hot , whats your point