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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Walk With Me
Devil Doll Lyrics
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with somebody new, I knew
That I had to see you once again,
although I know we've seen the end
but just for tonight let's just pretend...
chorus
Oh, Walk with me
Oh baby like it used to be
‘cause I know these things
so just walk with me
When I saw the band around the finger of your left hand
I knew that never again could you be my man
And I cried as I laughed at all your jokes
You kissed me and held me oh so close
why I let go of you, I'll never know
and I won't tell nobody
if you don't tell nobody
‘cause nobody can understand what we have
Now go ‘cause she thinks that she's the one for you
I can't believe this is my last goodbye to you
You tell me you hope that all of my dreams come true
oh but before you leave me...
In Devil Doll's song "Walk With Me", the singer is expressing their desire to reunite with a former lover for one night, despite knowing that the relationship has ended and that the lover is now with someone else. The opening lines reveal that the singer has heard rumors of their ex-partner being with somebody new, but still wants to see them regardless. They suggest that they will "pretend" that they are still together for the night.
In the second verse, the singer notices that their ex-lover is now married or engaged, as they have a band on their finger. This realization prompts the singer to reflect on their past relationship and why they let it go. However, they push these thoughts aside and enjoy the moment with their former partner. The song ends with the singer bidding their lover farewell, knowing that they are leaving for good, but still holding onto the memory of their time together.
Overall, the lyrics of the song deal with the complexity of human emotions, particularly those associated with the aftermath of a failed romantic relationship. The singer experiences a range of feelings, from sadness to nostalgia to desire, and ultimately chooses to embrace the moment rather than dwell on the past.
Line by Line Meaning
When I heard of you doing what lovers do with somebody new, I knew
Upon hearing about your new lover, I knew that I had to see you again despite the fact that our relationship is already over.
That I had to see you once again, although I know we've seen the end
I feel like seeing you again even though in my head I know that our story is over.
but just for tonight let's just pretend...
For tonight, let us pretend that our relationship is still alive and well.
No need to tell me that you still love me ‘cause I know these things
You do not need to voice out your love for me because I can sense and feel it.
When I saw the band around the finger of your left hand
Upon seeing the ring on your left hand, I realized that I could never have you back as my man.
I knew that never again could you be my man
I understood then that you can never be mine again after seeing that you have moved on.
And I cried as I laughed at all your jokes
I laughed while crying as you made me remember how we used to be.
why I let go of you, I'll never know
I cannot fathom the exact reason why I decided to let you go.
‘cause nobody can understand what we have
Nobody can grasp the depth of the connection between us.
You tell me you hope that all of my dreams come true, oh but before you leave me...
As you bid me farewell, you wished me success but before you go...
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: CAROLE KING
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