For their second album, The Contino Sessions, Death In Vegas invited some guests to do the vocals. Bobby Gillespie (Primal Scream), Iggy Pop and Jim Reid (of The Jesus & Mary Chain) all appear on this brilliant album. Also singing both lead and backup vocals is Hope Sandoval from Mazzy Star. They have also featured Liam Gallagher, lead singer in the British rock n' roll band Oasis
Scorpio
Death in Vegas Lyrics
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Make my body into your shrine
You give me this feeling deep inside
One that I can no longer disguise
While other snakes just shed their skins
Fucked holes pointing out my sins
Even though I realize that history's not on my side
Even though I realize the pioneer skin still curls up in my eyes
If I don't go crazy, I'll lose my mind
I saw a life before me but now I'm blind
I want to go to heaven, never been there before
I want to go to heaven, so you give me some more
Flying high upon the gallows
Too messed up to step out of the shadows
A drugged up heart that knows no sorrow
Rescued from this deep dark hole
Stick on these boots and sharpen the nails
Time is nigh for you leather girls
Maybe we should end this race
Vanish while we cannot leave no trace
If I don't go crazy, I'll lose my mind
I saw a life before me, but now I'm blind
See one-arm film stars on alien beaches
Potted gold and tattooed faces
Harrison murals on the corner, Tupperware boxes full of hops
Diazepam dreams there catching streams
Paper dinosaurs flash blue and green
Still I've got a flash-bulb head
Still I've got a flash-bulb head
If I don't go crazy, I'll lose my mind
I saw a life before me but now I'm blind
I want to go to heaven, never been there before
I want to go to heaven, so you give me some more
Come along nice, come along dead
Scorpio rising, and paint it red
A psychic equalizer in your head
Come along nice, come along dead
Scorpio rising, and paint it red
A psychic equalizer in your head..
The lyrics of "Scorpio" by Death in Vegas are open to interpretation but there are numerous ideas about what the song may mean. One interpretation is that the song is about sexual obsession, with the reference to "when you kiss the base o'my spine," and "make my body into your shrine" indicating the intensity of the physical relationship. There is a sense of addiction and desperation in the lyrics, with the singer wanting to go to heaven and asking for more, as though they cannot get enough of the other person.
There are also references to drug use, with the mention of "drugged up heart that knows no sorrow" and "Diazepam dreams catching streams." This could be interpreted as either a cause or a consequence of the sexual obsession, with the drugs either heightening the pleasure or being used to numb the pain of the addiction. The reference to "flying high upon the gallows" could also be interpreted as a metaphor for the feeling of danger and thrill associated with the addiction.
The chorus of "If I don't go crazy, I'll lose my mind" is a paradoxical statement, indicating that the singer feels that they are on the brink of insanity but that this is what gives their life meaning. The final lines, "Come along nice, come along dead, Scorpio rising, and paint it red, A psychic equalizer in your head" indicate a sense of danger and mystery, with the Scorpio rising symbolism possibly referring to the astrological sign which is associated with passion, jealousy, and intensity.
Line by Line Meaning
When you kiss the base o'my spine
When you make a deep, intimate connection with me
Make my body into your shrine
Make me feel worshiped and cherished by you
You give me this feeling deep inside
You make me feel alive and passionate
One that I can no longer disguise
I cannot hide my intense emotions for you anymore
While other snakes just shed their skins
While others change superficially over time
Fucked holes pointing out my sins
My flaws and weaknesses are being exposed
Even though I realize that history's not on my side
Even though I know my past mistakes and experiences may hinder me
Even though I realize the pioneer skin still curls up in my eyes
Even though I struggle with the weight of my personal history
If I don't go crazy, I'll lose my mind
If I don't let myself go crazy, I'll become depressed or anxious
I saw a life before me but now I'm blind
I had a sense of direction but now I feel lost
I want to go to heaven, never been there before
I want to experience something new and wonderful
I want to go to heaven, so you give me some more
I want you to continue providing me with happiness and fulfillment
Flying high upon the gallows
Experiencing euphoria in a negative situation
Too messed up to step out of the shadows
Feeling unable to overcome a difficult situation
A drugged up heart that knows no sorrow
Being emotionally numb due to drugs or past experiences
Rescued from this deep dark hole
Saved from a negative and overwhelming situation
Stick on these boots and sharpen the nails
Prepare for a dangerous or violent situation
Time is nigh for you leather girls
Time is approaching for a group of tough or daring individuals
Maybe we should end this race
Perhaps it's best to stop competing or trying to keep up
Vanish while we cannot leave no trace
Disappear without leaving any evidence or repercussions behind
See one-arm film stars on alien beaches
Witnessing strange or surreal scenarios
Potted gold and tattooed faces
Aesthetic or artistic expressions of wealth and beauty
Harrison murals on the corner, Tupperware boxes full of hops
Observing unique or quirky sights in everyday places
Diazepam dreams there catching streams
Dreams fueled by drugs or medication
Paper dinosaurs flash blue and green
Imagining or hallucinating fantastical sights
Still I've got a flash-bulb head
I keep vivid and intense memories
Come along nice, come along dead
Join me in a wild or risky situation
Scorpio rising, and paint it red
Embrace intensity and passion, even if it may be dangerous
A psychic equalizer in your head
A force that levels out mental and emotional imbalances
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: TIM HOLMES, RICHARD DENIS MAGUIRE, HARRY PRATT, IAN BUTTON, ANDREW WHISTON, FRANCIS DOMINIC MICHAEL NICOLA ROSSI
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VyktorAbyss
Love this track since years ago when in an empty Dry Bar in Manc, the DJs used to play every time in the pre-Sankey's warm up... It was a big part of a good night out!
The Inaudibles
Really rare Death in Vegas track, what a belter!
jay love
just dragged this white label vinyl down from the loft !
Dan Delgado
Killer track 🔥
Garbz Icles
I have this on vinyl & wanna sell it. How much do y'all think it's worth? I'll bob it up on eBay
set clock --:--
Fun fact: Scorpio's are AMAZING in bed!! 😘