In 2003 Andy LaPlegua of "Icon of Coil" wrote a few power noise/techno cross over tracks under the name of "D.R.I.V.E.". This was changed to "Combichrist" when the debut album, "The Joy of Gunz" was set to be released on Out Of Line. The name Combichrist originates from a hardcore fanzine LaPlegua made during the late 90s, with "JR Ewing" guitarist Håkon Mella.
The follow up EPs, and the clamour for live shows, sent Combichrist out on the road where they would become known for their strong and energetic performances.
Their second EP, "Sex, Drogen und Industrial", spent 7 weeks at number one in the DAC charts.
In March of 2007 they released their third album "What The Fuck Is Wrong With You People?". "Today We Are All Demons", was released on January 20th, 2009.
The band had been selected to support industrial metal band "Rammstein" for their 2009 European tour and continued to support them during the 2010 part of the tour.
August 2010 saw the release of "Making Monsters", which had full tracks available for streaming on the website, each track being rolled out for a new one. Combichrist undertook a tour in support of the new album in late 2010, with "Aesthetic Perfection" and "iVardensphere" as the support bands.
Their most recent album, "No Redemption", was released in January of 2013 in both single and 2CD versions. This album was the official soundtrack album for the video game "Devil May Cry". The limited edition bonus CD was essentially a greatest hits compilation.
March 2014 will see the release of a new album titled "We Love You", with an accompanying tour of North America starting in April. "William Control" and "New Years Day" have been announced as the support bands.
Combichrist have had much more success than many of the other acts emerging from the electronic underground and the band have become one of the dark electro scene's most popular live acts.
The roster of live members is currently Joe Letz (ex "Genitorturers"), Mr Petersen, Z_Marr (ex "Hell Trash"), Kourtney Klein (who also played drums for the reformed "Nitzer Ebb") and Trevor Friedrich who was the drummer for "Eighteen Visions" and "Imperative Reaction". Past live members include Håkon Mella, Bjoern Petersen, Syn M, Shaun Frandsen & Jon H.
The band's website is at: www.combichrist.com
Just Like Me
Combichrist Lyrics
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For the bible tells me so
Yes Jesus loves me, the bible tells me so
And how it fucks with my head
I set you free, on an island of flesh,
Want to spell it
Carve "DEATH" across your face
There is nothing left to say,
I know its killing you, its a bitter taste,
But it's just like me
You're just like me
You're just like me
I know there's nothing left to say
Just turn around and walk away
Its not the first time we've fucked it up
it's not the last time we'll fuck it up
I know there's nothing left to say
Just turn around and walk away
Its not the first time we've fucked it up
it's not the last time we'll fuck it up
Cuz deep inside, you're just like me
and it's killing you, killing you
Cuz deep inside, you're just like me
and it's killing you, killing you
We're making monsters, we created you
Feed you with you with hope, and abandoned you
Monsters with no free will, just copies, with an urge to kill
Abandoned you, created you, your just like me
Your just like me
Cuz deep inside, you're just like me
and it's killing you, killing you
Cuz deep inside, you're just like me
and it's killing you, killing you
Cuz deep inside, you're just like me
and it's killing you, killing you
Cuz deep inside, you're just like me
and it's killing you, killing you
Your just like me
We're making monsters, we created you
Feed you with you with hope, and abandoned you
Monsters with no free will, just copies, with an urge to kill
Abandoned you, created you
Cuz deep inside, you're just like me
and it's killing you, killing you
Cuz deep inside, you're just like me
and it's killing you, killing you
Cuz deep inside, you're just like me
and it's killing you, killing you
Cuz deep inside, you're just like me
and it's killing you, killing you
Your just like me
Your just like me
The lyrics to Combichrist's "Just Like Me" seem to have a theme of self-reflection and introspection, as well as questioning the role of religion and the creation of monsters. The beginning of the song starts off with a familiar phrase from Christianity, "Jesus loves me, this I know," and acknowledges the comfort that the belief in this provides. However, the chorus brings up a darker side to the song, as the singer seems to be talking to another person whom they have hurt in some way. The repetition of "It's just like me, you're just like me" suggests a self-realization that they are not above making mistakes and hurting others.
The second verse brings up the theme of creating monsters, both literally and metaphorically. The lines "Monsters with no free will, just copies, with an urge to kill" can be interpreted as a critique of the way society often creates villains and scapegoats, blaming them for the violence and destruction that surrounds us. The line "Abandoned you, created you" suggests a sense of responsibility and guilt for having created these monsters, while also acknowledging the lack of control that humans often have over the outcomes of their actions.
Overall, the song seems to be grappling with themes of self-acceptance, acceptance of others, and the moral implications of the world we live in. The repetition of the chorus emphasizes the importance of recognizing our own flaws and weaknesses, and finding empathy and understanding for others who may also be struggling.
Line by Line Meaning
Jesus loves me, this I know
I am aware that Jesus loves me, as is written in the bible
For the bible tells me so
The source of my knowledge and belief in Jesus' love is the bible
And how it fucks with my head
Despite my faith in Jesus, I struggle with conflicting thoughts and emotions
I set you free, on an island of flesh,
I freed you from your constraints and allowed you to exist independently, but only in a physical sense
Want to spell it
I want to express my desire or intention
Carve "DEATH" across your face
I want to harm or kill you, as indicated by carving the word "death" on your face
We've got nothing left
There is nothing more to say or do
There is nothing left to say,
We've exhausted all words and actions
I know its killing you, its a bitter taste,
I understand that my actions or words are causing you pain and it is unpleasant for you
But it's just like me
My behavior is similar to yours in some way
You're just like me
You and I share a common trait or experience
Just turn around and walk away
Stop dwelling on this and leave
Its not the first time we've fucked it up
We have made mistakes like this before
it's not the last time we'll fuck it up
We will continue to make similar mistakes in the future
Cuz deep inside, you're just like me
There is a fundamental similarity between us
and it's killing you, killing you
This similarity is causing you harm or distress
We're making monsters, we created you
We are responsible for creating undesirable or violent behaviors in others
Feed you with you with hope, and abandoned you
We gave you optimism and then left you alone to deal with the consequences
Monsters with no free will, just copies, with an urge to kill
These resulting behaviors are beyond the individual's control and are based on imitation, rather than free will
Abandoned you, created you, your just like me
We are responsible for shaping who you are, yet we have abandoned you, leaving us both very similar
Your just like me
This similarity we share is undeniable
Contributed by Luke M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.