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".
Demonica
Dwarves Lyrics
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In chains and clearasil
Stands the woman of my dream
And just thirteen
Bo-peep erotica
My sweet Demonica
The devil's in her jeans
Demonica
Was all I'd wanted for
Since the time that she could crawl
Now don't we all for
Those lips like cherry bombs
We killed her dad and mom
I hear the siren's call
Write true love's number on the wall
The devil take them all
My sweet demonica
Was just the tonic for
Walking dead throughout the day
She'd make them pay for
Non-stop erotica
My sweet demonica
That's why I call her name
I know she's waiting there for me
If I ever go free
My sweet Demonica
The lyrics of Dwarves' song "Demonica" are a graphic description of a forbidden love affair with a 13-year-old girl named Demonica. The singer describes her as the woman of his dreams who exudes sexual energy and is referred to as "Bo-peep erotica" and "non-stop erotica." The lyrics also allude to violence, as the singer confesses to killing Demonica's parents and hearing the "siren's call," which may represent the police. Despite the danger and immorality of the situation, the singer is undeterred and continues to obsess over Demonica, claiming that she is his "sweet tonic."
The singer's fixation on Demonica is disturbing and brings up issues surrounding statutory rape and the objectification of young girls. The lyrics suggest a lack of concern for the law and for the well-being of others. The description of Demonica as both innocent and overtly sexual is concerning and highlights the often-contradictory expectations placed on young girls.
Line by Line Meaning
Just like a miracle
Something extraordinary has happened
In chains and clearasil
The woman is restrained and has clear skin
Stands the woman of my dream
The singer sees his ideal woman
And just thirteen
She is only thirteen years old
Bo-peep erotica
The girl's innocence and sexuality are intertwined
My sweet Demonica
The girl is named Demonica and the singer finds her sweet
The devil's in her jeans
Demonica is seductive and possibly evil
Demonica
Repeating the girl's name for emphasis
My sweet Demonica
Reinforcing the artist's affection for Demonica
Was all I'd wanted for
The artist has desired Demonica for a long time
Since the time that she could crawl
The singer has been attracted to Demonica from childhood
Now don't we all for
The artist assumes others also desire Demonica
Those lips like cherry bombs
Demonica's lips are explosive and alluring
We killed her dad and mom
The singer and possibly others have murdered Demonica's parents
I hear the siren's call
The singer is drawn to danger and excitement
Write true love's number on the wall
The artist wants to proclaim his love for Demonica
The devil take them all
The artist is willing to make sacrifices for Demonica
My sweet demonica
Repeating the girl's name for emphasis
Was just the tonic for
Demonica is the cure for the singer's boredom or dissatisfaction
Walking dead throughout the day
The artist feels lifeless and unfulfilled before encountering Demonica
She’d make them pay for
Demonica punishes those who wrong the artist
Non-stop erotica
Demonica is sexually insatiable
My sweet demonica
Repeating the girl's name for emphasis
That's why I call her name
The artist repeats Demonica's name to remind himself of her
I know she's waiting there for me
The singer believes Demonica is waiting for him
If I ever go free
The singer is currently imprisoned or constrained
My sweet Demonica
Reinforcing the singer's affection for Demonica
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Brian Yax
Just like a miracle
In chains and clearasil
Stands the woman of my dream
And just thirteen
Bo-peep erotica
My sweet Demonica
The devil's in her jeans
Demonica
My sweet Demonica
Was all I'd wanted for
Since the time that she could crawl
Now don't we all for
Those lips like cherry bombs
We killed her dad and mom
I hear the siren's call
Write true love's number on the wall
The devil take them all
My sweet demonica
Was just the tonic for
Walking dead throughout the day
She'd make them pay for
Non-stop erotica
My sweet demonica
That's why I call her name
I know she's waiting there for me
If I ever go free
My sweet Demonica
Janes Rans
Thanks for adding the lyrics
Beth Tollas
Fucking shit is fire
Ravyn Darksong
Dank.
Jimbo P
I try so hard to be good but I'm actually The Devil. Who prays for me? Hell is separation from God. That is my life. I'm glad I'm not the only one.