Rapist Eyes
Dog Fashion Disco Lyrics
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As all the bruised babies hum lullabies
Burnt at the stake old souls filled the skies
Sacrificed for all humanities lies
I summoned a demon and took it to bed
I don't recall exactly what was said
It tied my hands and my feet to the bed
I don't recall exactly what was said
You've got the look that makes detectives itch
A mouth full of thunder and feverous pitch
A cross between Satan and a Gucci witch
Your disposition would make Hitler flinch
Oh sweet rapist eyes
Look what you've done to me
You've burnt down the temple
Where the children were sleeping
Ashes and smoke rose up to the sky
The memory's bloom
As the future dies
Show me some sympathy
In his image god made me ugly
Envy and lust
You are so beautiful
Envy and lust
You are so beautiful
Don't look at me with those sweet rapist eyes
Perhaps its the wine or the soft candlelight
I'm under your spell, I'm all yours tonight
The phone's off the hook and my tongue is tied
Oh sweet rapist eyes
Look what you've done to me
You've burnt down the temple
Where the children were sleeping
Ashes and smoke rose up to the sky
The memory's bloom
As the future dies
Ashes and smoke rose up to the sky
The memory's bloom
As the future dies
The lyrics of Dog Fashion Disco's "Rapist Eyes" are complex and disturbing, exploring themes of violence and sexual coercion. The opening line, "Draw me a bloodbath o' sweet rapist eyes," sets a disconcerting tone right from the start, as the singer seems to be requesting a scene of violent sexual assault. The next line, "As all the bruised babies hum lullabies," is equally troubling and creates an unsettling image of abused and traumatized children singing themselves to sleep.
The following lines, " Burnt at the stake old souls filled the skies/ Sacrificed for all humanities lies," suggest a possible historical context for the violence and suffering being described. The idea of old souls being burnt at the stake conjures up images of witch trials or other mass purges carried out by religious or political authorities. The suggestion that these acts were motivated by "humanities lies" reinforces the idea that violence and oppression are not just the result of individual actors, but of broader social structures and power imbalances.
Throughout the song, the singer seems to be in thrall to someone with "sweet rapist eyes." The repeated refrain of "Look what you've done to me/ You've burnt down the temple/ Where the children were sleeping" creates a vivid image of destruction and trauma, while the final lines about "ashes and smoke" and "the future dying" suggest how difficult it can be to recover from horrific experiences.
Overall, "Rapist Eyes" is a disturbing and challenging song that demands the listener's attention and empathy. Its exploration of violence and trauma is unflinching and uncomfortable, but it offers a powerful reminder of the need to confront and challenge oppressive systems in our society.
Line by Line Meaning
Draw me a bloodbath o' sweet rapist eyes
The singer desires to see the world through the eyes of someone who commits violent and sexual crimes.
As all the bruised babies hum lullabies
The singer refers to the innocent victims of the aforementioned violent crimes, who are so traumatized that they sing to comfort themselves despite their injuries.
Burnt at the stake old souls filled the skies
The singer references the countless historical individuals who were murdered for their beliefs or simply because they were seen as undesirable, and the resulting death toll as viewed from above.
Sacrificed for all humanities lies
The artist believes that these atrocities were perpetuated and will continue to happen because of the lies, misconceptions, and prejudices that exist within human society.
I summoned a demon and took it to bed
The artist is describing a sexual encounter, possibly with a metaphorical demon representing their own inner demons or a real supernatural being.
I don't recall exactly what was said
The singer is either engaging in sexual roleplay or actually experiencing memory loss due to alcohol or drug use. Regardless, they are unsure what actually happened during the encounter.
You've got the look that makes detectives itch
The singer is attracted to someone who appears suspicious and deviant, which would worry law enforcement.
A mouth full of thunder and feverous pitch
The artist is drawn to someone with a powerful and commanding presence, who speaks with great intensity and passion.
A cross between Satan and a Gucci witch
The artist characterizes the person they are attracted to as being simultaneously evil and glamorous.
Your disposition would make Hitler flinch
The artist finds the intense and violent personality of the person they are attracted to unsettling, to the point where they compare it to the historical figure who orchestrated the Holocaust.
Show me some sympathy
The singer is requesting empathy from someone, possibly as a reaction to exploitative or harmful behavior they have enacted themselves.
In his image god made me ugly
The artist has internalized a negative self-image, potentially due to religious teachings or societal pressures, and views themselves as inferior or unattractive.
Envy and lust
The singer is acknowledging their own desire for someone, but also recognizing that it is motivated by negative feelings such as envy or jealousy.
You are so beautiful
Despite the complex and sometimes negative emotions surrounding their attraction to the other person, the singer genuinely finds them to be physically and/or emotionally attractive.
Don't look at me with those sweet rapist eyes
The singer is acknowledging the disturbing nature of their attraction to someone who has exhibited violent behaviors in the past.
Perhaps its the wine or the soft candlelight
The artist is attempting to excuse or justify their current actions, which may be a part of a non-consensual or otherwise inappropriate situation.
I'm under your spell, I'm all yours tonight
Despite the potentially harmful nature of the situation, the artist is allowing themselves to be entranced by the other person and is willing to engage in sexual activity with them.
The phone's off the hook and my tongue is tied
The singer is willfully ignoring any outside communication or potential interference, and is allowing themselves to be silenced or dominated by the other person.
Ashes and smoke rose up to the sky
References the burning down of the temple where children were sleeping and the aftermath aftermath of violent actions and the chaos that ensues.
The memory's bloom
The memories of traumatic experiences can often come back to haunt a person, despite their attempts to move on or forget.
As the future dies
The lingering effects of past traumas can have a devastating impact on a person's future prospects and mental health.
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