They are known for their nuanced punk repertoire, and controversial lyrics. Since the hardcore punk and scum punk sounds of their early days, they have recently developed more of a pop-punk influence. Their shows have been notable for some aggressive fights on stage (with the audience and even a cop), and because "He Who Cannot Be Named" performs either in nothing but a jockstrap or totally nude, and makes no attempt to hide behind his guitar.
Their album covers are unusual - naked women, and a naked dwarf sodomizing a rabbit covered in blood, for their 1990 album "Blood Guts & Pussy" - followed up a decade later, with a similar theme, this time covered in soap suds, for "Come Clean". The band was sacked from their previous label, Sub Pop over pranks such as the long-lasting hoax contending that guitarist "He Who Cannot Be Named" had died. They have recorded on several labels and recently joined Sympathy for the Record Industry. They also have a track listed on the Punk you compilation album.
The original members of the Dwarves began making music together in the mid 80's as teenagers in the Chicago garage rock outfit Suburban Nightmare. The group's original Paisley underground sound was evident on the band's 1986 Voxx Records debut Horror Stories, an album which, like many of its Paisley underground contemporaries, contained a number of mid 60's Pebbles-inspired garage rock covers, including The Avengers' "Be a Cave man", and Shag's "Stop and Listen".
Christ On a Mic
Dwarves Lyrics
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But we'll never know the answer to this way to lay
Hey hey, some day, these pictures fade away
Still we'll always be remembered for the sounds we make
Look at me on a mic!
Like Christ on a mic
Like Christ on a mic
Messiah of the fire, savior of the night
They say, one day, it all comes out ok
But there's no one keeping score of all these games we play
Hey hey, some day, we all may go astray
Still we've got to keep rejoicing for this milky way
Look at me on a mic!
Like Christ on a mic
Broadcasting at you live and via satellite
Like Christ on a mic
Messiah of the fire, savior of the night
The song "Christ On a Mic" by Dwarves seems to be exploring themes of mortality and the legacy we leave behind. The lyrics suggest that eventually, all of us will be forgotten, but what we create and the impact we make can stand the test of time. The metaphor of "Christ on a mic" adds a religious and spiritual layer to this idea, implying that music and performance can have a transformative power akin to that of a messianic figure.
The repeated refrain of "Look at me on a mic" could be interpreted in a few ways. It could suggest the arrogance of performers and the desire for attention and validation. On the other hand, it could also be seen as an expression of confidence and commitment to one's craft, unafraid to take center stage and share their message with the world. Overall, "Christ On a Mic" is a bold and anthemic song that encourages us to embrace our individuality and strive to make a lasting impact on the world.
Line by Line Meaning
They say one day, we'll all be far away
People speculate that at some point in the future, we will all be distant from each other.
But we'll never know the answer to this way to lay
However, we can never be certain about what will happen.
Hey hey, some day, these pictures fade away
One day, the memories we hold dear will vanish.
Still we'll always be remembered for the sounds we make
But what we will be remembered for are the contributions we made to the world.
Look at me on a mic!
Pay attention to me as I take the stage!
Like Christ on a mic
I am the savior of this performance, just as Jesus is the savior of humanity.
Broadcasting at you live and via satellite
I am transmitting my message far and wide for everyone to hear.
Messiah of the fire, savior of the night
I am a divine figure, capable of transforming the darkness into light.
They say, one day, it all comes out ok
There is a common belief that everything will eventually work itself out in the end.
But there's no one keeping score of all these games we play
However, we must recognize that there is no objective way to measure the value of our actions and decisions.
Hey hey, some day, we all may go astray
There is also a chance that we may lose our way at some point.
Still we've got to keep rejoicing for this milky way
Even so, we must continue to find joy in life and the universe that surrounds us.
Contributed by Abigail Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Lindsay Byrd
I can't play this song loud enough when I am driving...
Lisa
Thanks for posting! Peace be with you... \m/
ScarCaskt
The Dwarves are a F*cking Drug! I need more!!!!
Selah Chunem
This is pitiful to associate dwarfs dwarfs with this type of Christian Christianity if at all in this song. The world is making such a mockery out of dwarfs and midgets whenever everyone preaches they need to be accepted and loved, they are by God Almighty and through Jesus Christ. Unfortunately YouTube is not really posting real testimonies from real small people in Christ that is that is pathetic. I don't know if they're sensoring them or they're very few that have a profession of Christ. I'm not sure but I'd like to see more of them. We certainly have a lot of people professing and confessing Jesus Christ that are young, that are old that are pretty, that are homely,but they aare beautiful in God's sight if they do the will of the Father fir they are covered by the precious cleansing blood of Jesus.
For the least shall be the greatest in the kingdom of heaven.