He plays drums on the albums Plastic Surgery Disasters, Frankenchrist, and Bedtime for Democracy. His drumming can also be heard on the EP In God We Trust, Inc. and the singles/rarities collection, Give Me Convenience or Give Me Death. He has also drummed with Red Hot Chili Peppers, Nailbomb, Feederz and SSI.
The name Peligro means "Danger" in Spanish.
Peligro is one of the former members involved in a civil fraud complaint against Jello Biafra, accusing Biafra of withholding royalties and creative privilege to license Dead Kennedys songs.
A debut album, Peligro, was released in 1995 on Biafra's own Alternative Tentacles record label, but was deleted from the catalog in 2001.
D.H. Peligro is the frontman for his band called Peligro. He has released three albums, Peligro, Welcome to America and Sum of Our Surroundings, which won Rock Album of the Year from the American Independent Music Awards. Peligro's sound is known to be an eclectic combination of punk, reggae, funk but more metal than anything. He recently made a punk rock cover of Jimi Hendrix's Purple Haze, nominated for a Grammy Award. As well as Peligro, he has fronted bands such as Reverend Jones and the Cool Aid Choir, Al Sharpton's Hair and the Hellions.
D.H. Peligro (real name Darren Henley,) died from head trauma after an accidental fall on Oct. 28. 2022. He was 63. Peligro drummed with the Kennedys before their split in 1986, then returned after they reunited in 2001. During that downtime, he played with the Red Hot Chili Peppers, Nailbomb, Lock-Up, and SSI.
Serial Killer
D.H. Peligro Lyrics
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From the place where no one knew me in
Next is my skin
The thing that I'm most uncomfortable in
Who knew that I would do so wrong
Who knew that I would live so long
So call me
'Cause I killed a man with my bare hands
So call me
A serial killer
'Cause I killed a man with my bare hands and that man is me
The only thing that I ever fear
Is what you all think of me
So when you see the new
You know what to do
So call me
A serial killer
'Cause I killed a man with my bare hands
So call me
A serial killer
'Cause I killed a man with my bare hands And that man is me
So call me
A serial killer
'Cause I killed a man with my bare hands
So call me
A serial killer
'Cause a killed man with my bare hands
So call me
A serial killer
'Cause I killed a man with my bare hands
So call me
So call me
So call me
So call me
So call me
A serial killer
'Cause I killed a man with my bare hands
So call me
A serial killer
'Cause I killed a man with my bare hands
And that man is
That man is
Is me
Is me
Is me
Is me
The lyrics of D.H. Peligro's song "Serial Killer" delve into themes of self-reflection, inner turmoil, and the struggle with identity and perception. The singer of the song reveals that they have escaped from a place where no one knew them, indicating a desire to break free from the confines of their past or a certain image they had cultivated. The reference to their skin being the thing they are most uncomfortable in suggests a deep sense of unease with themselves and possibly their own actions.
The confession of having killed a man with their bare hands is symbolic of an internal battle or self-destructive tendencies. By labeling themselves a "serial killer," the singer is grappling with the darker aspects of their psyche and past actions. The repetition of the line "And that man is me" reinforces the idea that they are not only inflicting harm on others but also on themselves, perhaps through self-destructive behaviors or negative self-perception.
The singer expresses a fear of judgment from others, highlighting their insecurities and the weight of external opinions on their psyche. The line "The only thing that I ever fear is what you all think of me" reflects a deep-seated concern with how they are perceived by society or those around them. This fear of judgment may contribute to their feelings of guilt or remorse for their actions, leading to a cycle of self-destruction and self-criticism.
The repeated refrain of "So call me a serial killer" can be seen as a plea for recognition or acceptance of their inner struggles and flaws. By openly acknowledging their darker impulses and past misdeeds, the singer may be seeking understanding or empathy from others. The song captures the internal conflict and emotional turmoil of someone grappling with their own demons, seeking redemption or release from the burden of guilt and self-hatred. The haunting repetition of the final lines "That man is me" further emphasizes the idea of accepting responsibility for one's actions and confronting the darker aspects of oneself.
Line by Line Meaning
So now that I've escaped
Reflecting on freedom from a past that kept me confined
From the place where no one knew me in
Breaking away from a place where my true self was unknown
Next is my skin
Acknowledging personal discomfort and vulnerability
The thing that I'm most uncomfortable in
Recognizing a discomfort with oneself
Who knew that I would do so wrong
Surprised by own actions and choices
Who knew that I would live so long
Reflecting on unexpected longevity despite mistakes
So call me
Challenging others to define and label me
A serial killer
Accepting a dark and flawed part of oneself
'Cause I killed a man with my bare hands
Exposing the inner struggles and self-destructive behaviors
And that man is me
Recognizing the harm done to oneself
The only thing that I ever fear
Revealing vulnerability by caring about others' opinions
Is what you all think of me
Insecurity about external judgment and perception
So when you see the new
Preparing for judgment upon revealing true self
You know what to do
Anticipating reactions and responses from others
Lyrics © O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: Jacob Havener
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