1) A dark and heavy pr… Read Full Bio ↴There is more than one artist with this name:
1) A dark and heavy prog band from Italy & Slovenia whose music is inspired by old silent horror movies. Devil Doll’s music has been described as “an elaborate and bombastic collision of styles” and “a perverse, yet brilliant soundscape of some forbidden netherworld”. Bands like Jacula can be pointed as an influence to this (at least) very different band. Mario Panciera, the brains behind Devil Doll, was anonymously known as Mr Doctor for 20 years following the project's inception. His name was made public with the release of his 2007 book, "45 Revolutions (A definitive discography of UK punk, mod, powerpop, new wave, NWOBHM, and indie singles 1976–1979, Volume I)."
Devil Doll’s albums are a journey into the unknown theatres of the unexplored soul and mind, they are like a sick cabaret of unsuspecting and, at times, soul-possessing opera. “The Girl Who Was… Death” is an interesting modern symphonic sound with a pervading air of menace. “Eliogabalus” is like a prog-metal symphony, a grandiose, overarching structure that works like a suite. I certainly didn’t take a trip to heaven when I for the first time became familiar with Devil Doll’s many masterpieces. The music is not for everybody, but recommended to those who like their singers dominant. Recommended to fans of Silent horror movies.
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2) Devil Doll is the stage name (and band name) of Colleen Duffy, an American singer. Colleen started using the name Devil Doll in the late 80's, inspired by the Roy Orbison song, and her first recording was released in 1995.
Colleen Duffy has a voice that has been described as Jessica Rabbit meets Joan Jett. She blends jazz, rockabilly and swing on a pop punk palate and affects a classic pin-up look.
You are instantly transported into a timeless, silk-lined speakeasy. You close your eyes and your ears begin to weave a sonic tale upon the folds of your brain. It’s a tale of seduction and strength…agony and ecstasy. Rose petals that cut like razor blades. As the first notes slide into your ear, you are under the spell that is Devil Doll. Your mind starts to intertwine around her aural strip tease. As the frost off of your martini fades, it becomes clear: spice that hybrids musical genres, and it’s all stirred up by a woman that creates trends, not follows them. The essence as heard through hotel walls on hot, humid summer’s nights.
As Devil Doll slides into “St. Christopher”, she beckons you to follow. She’s talking to you… yeah you… With a vice-like grip from a satin cocktail glove, she grabs you by the reproductives. She appears vulnerable, yet obviously never a victim. With a Latin flavor served over brutal honesty, Devil doll tears into “You are the best thing, and the worst thing”. Your heart pounds deep within your chest to the rock solid of “heart sized crush”. As she continues to weave her tale so intimately, you can feel the warmth of her sultry tones penetrating the base of your skull. Devil doll is pure sex with a sorrow chaser. She eases into the haunting lament that is “Walk with me”. Track after track after track, like the angelic opera of a Tommy Gun. With her last ounce of energy, Devil Doll peels away her final layer of harmonic lingerie on “If I died in your arms”…. You don’t know what has happened. . You look up to see only the barrel as it retreats, leaving the milky smoke rings that spell Devil Doll.
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Liquor Store
Devil Doll Lyrics
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I said my baby left me down at the liquor store,
He said I love you baby, but I just can't drink no more.
And I said hubby-daddy, what are you buggin' for?
Yeah well I saw you with that blonde on the danceroom floor,
Well I ain't said nothin' now I want one more.
I said my baby left me down at the liquor store,
He said I love you baby, but I just can't drink no more.
He said oh why you, why you, why you always do me like that?
You won't even talk to me while you're drinking your coke and jack.
But you'll talk to all the other guys and that's a fact.
And I said hey baby, I love you as much as I can,
But there are certain things I just can't find in a man.
Cause when I'm through with you by the end of the night,
I can always stand.
I said my baby left me down at the liquor store,
I said my baby left me down at the liquor store,
He said I love you baby, but I just can't drink no more.
Hey bartender, give me a sweet and get me dry,
Give me a hard time and I'll spit in your eye.
Cause I just wanna drink and that's it,
And ain't takin' no one's shit,
So get your hand off my ass, think I'm a bitch?
Man, you ain't seen nothing yet.
I said my baby left me down at the liquor store,
I said my baby left me down at the liquor store,
He said I love you baby, but I just can't drink no more.
The song "Liquor Store" by Devil Doll is a blues rock song that tells the story of a dysfunctional relationship where the singer's partner has left her at the liquor store, citing his inability to continue drinking. The song opens with the singer singing about how her partner has left her down at the liquor store, and her confusion about why he can't continue drinking. She then accuses him of being unfaithful, noting that she saw him with a blonde on the dance room floor, indicating a lack of trust in their relationship. Despite this, she is still willing to give him one more chance as long as he continues to love her.
The second verse highlights the partner's complaints about the singer's behavior while she is drinking. He accuses her of not talking to him when she drinks, and only talking to other guys. She responds by saying that she loves him, but there are certain things she can't find in a man. The song ends with a fierce declaration of the singer's independence, as she orders a drink and declares that she won't take anyone's "shit."
Overall, "Liquor Store" is a song that addresses themes of love and independence in relationships, and the challenges that come with addiction and mistrust. It is a powerful and emotive song that reflects the struggles faced by many people in their relationships with themselves and others.
Line by Line Meaning
My baby left me down at the liquor store,
My partner abandoned me at the liquor store.
I said my baby left me down at the liquor store,
I repeated my partner left me at the liquor store.
He said I love you baby, but I just can't drink no more.
My partner expressed love for me, but cannot continue drinking alcohol.
And I said hubby-daddy, what are you buggin' for?
I asked my partner what was bothering him.
Yeah well I saw you with that blonde on the danceroom floor,
I saw my partner dancing with a blonde woman.
Well I ain't said nothin' now I want one more.
I didn't say anything before, but now I want another drink.
He said oh why you, why you, why you always do me like that?
My partner asked why I always treat him poorly.
You won't even talk to me while you're drinking your coke and jack.
I don't speak with my partner while drinking Coca-Cola and Jack Daniel's.
But you'll talk to all the other guys and that's a fact.
I speak to other men, without including my partner in conversations.
And I said hey baby, I love you as much as I can,
I expressed my love, but with limitations.
But there are certain things I just can't find in a man.
I can't find certain things I desire in a man.
Cause when I'm through with you by the end of the night,
By the end of the night, our relationship will likely be over.
I can always stand.
I will be able to manage the break-up.
Hey bartender, give me a sweet and get me dry,
I requested a sweet and dry drink from the bartender.
Give me a hard time and I'll spit in your eye.
I threatened the bartender with violence if they were difficult.
Cause I just wanna drink and that's it,
I only desire to drink and nothing else.
And ain't takin' no one's shit,
I won't tolerate any mistreatment from anyone.
So get your hand off my ass, think I'm a bitch?
I asked someone to stop groping me and insulted them.
Man, you ain't seen nothing yet.
I warned them that things could get worse if they continued their behavior.
He said I love you baby, but I just can't drink no more.
My partner reiterated they love me but cannot continue to drink.
Contributed by Cameron G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.