Their debut, entitled What's Born in the Basement, has been receiving great responses from fans of the Industrial/Ambient, Alt Rock scene since its independent release and is available for free download through their website DRUGSTOREFANATICS.com
Hangman
Drugstore Fanatics Lyrics
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feasts you know you need,
you never eat
you dance with him one dance again
if he's the beast that feeds
you'll never eat
this pain just might be
caused by this hunger strike
hangman, been bored
so long before
i've denied
i've hid i've lied
i've healed the pieces
wrong to suit my needs
to hold one down
so long with out
leeds the peace right
out of his gushing knees
pale as i've become
still on hunger strike
hangman, been bored
so long before
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The opening lines of Drugstore Fanatics' Hangman highlight the appeal of toxic relationships, where the thrill of the danger is just too tempting to resist. The singer seems to be holding on to someone who is bad for them, perhaps trying to fulfill a need for excitement or intensity that they cannot find within themselves. The references to "feasts" and "hunger strike" suggest that the relationship is either emotionally or physically unfulfilling, leaving the singer feeling empty and seeking sustenance elsewhere.
The second half of the song features the titular "hangman," who is portrayed as a symbolic executioner that the singer has been trying to avoid. It is not entirely clear who or what the hangman represents - an addiction, a toxic person, or perhaps some sort of deeper emotional issue that the singer is struggling to confront. The repetition of the phrase "hangman, been bored so long before" suggests that this cycle has repeated itself many times, and that the singer may be resigned to their fate.
Overall, Hangman portrays a sense of helplessness and fatalism, with the singer caught in a cycle of self-destructive behavior that they cannot seem to break. The hauntingly melancholic melody of the song perfectly matches the resigned and introspective tone of the lyrics, creating a deeply affecting listening experience.
Line by Line Meaning
hold me close feed me those
Give me attention and affection, shower me with your love and care.
feasts you know you need,
You crave the attention and love you are receiving, and you want more of it.
you never eat
You are not truly satisfying your emotional hunger with what you are receiving.
you dance with him one dance again
You keep going back to the same harmful cycle, despite knowing its negative effects.
if he's the beast that feeds
You are aware that the affection you receive from this person is not healthy and could cause you harm.
you'll never eat
You will not be able to truly satisfy your emotional needs with this harmful cycle.
this pain just might be
The suffering you are experiencing could be a result of the emotional hunger you are feeling.
caused by this hunger strike
Your emotional needs are not being met and it is causing you pain and suffering.
hangman, been bored
The person singing the song is addressing someone who may be causing them harm or distress and calling them out for being bored with their actions.
so long before
This harmful behavior has been going on for a long time.
i've denied
The person singing the song has been in denial about the harmful nature of this cycle.
i've hid i've lied
They have also hidden and lied about the harm they are experiencing as a result of this cycle.
i've healed the pieces
The singer has tried to put themselves back together after the harm caused by this cycle.
wrong to suit my needs
They have made harmful choices in order to fulfill their own emotional needs.
to hold one down
The cycle of harm is allowing someone else to control and manipulate the singer.
so long with out
The harmful cycle has been going on for far too long and it has taken its toll.
leeds the peace right
The cycle of harm has caused great distress and pain, leaving no room for peace.
out of his gushing knees
The singer is experiencing pain and suffering, as if their very bones are ruptured.
pale as i've become
The distress caused by this cycle has had a visible impact on the singer's body and mind.
still on hunger strike
Despite recognizing the harmful nature of this cycle, the emotional hunger still persists.
hangman, been bored
The singer reiterates the boredom and harmful actions of the person addressed earlier in the song.
so long before
The cycle of harm has been going on for far too long and it is time for change.
Contributed by Madelyn T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Sachin Adhikary
This is just most underrated musics I've ever found.This band is a piece of a nostalgia.
Jigolo Har Megiddo
Perfeitamente incrível! :D
No Manners (rock music band)
Amazing album!!!
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Raphael Oliveira
Really nice job!!!! WOW
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Adalberto Ascanio
Should make more music¡¡¡¡¡. I keep listening this over and over
Almighty Polar Bear
Such a cool band that was added to RBN. :')
stardustspeedway
Still here listening in 2021! Love this song.