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".
We Must Have Blood
Dwarves Lyrics
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But that's just my way
Of telling you I'm here
So don't you fear
Don't fear my dear. Come near
Deep in the heart of Texas
The solar plexus
And the region down below
I'll flow the blow by blow by blow
It's not that we don't love you
It's just that we don't care
And when we're coming down beware
WE must have blood
WE must have everything we need
To stay alive and then we breed
We must have blood
WE must have everything
Out on that lonely highway
Out looking for a thrill
And where we're from it's kiss or
Kill we will
We must have blood
They say that love is a drug
In love we lie like a rug
But when we come and we come
We must have blood
The Dwarves' song "We Must Have Blood" is a piece of music that provides vivid and intense imagery of a group of people who crave blood, seemingly as a means of survival. The first line of the song is "Bodies litter the highway," and it sets the tone for the rest of the song, which can be interpreted as dark and violent. As the song progresses, the lyrics suggest that the group is in Texas and seeking to feed on blood. They're looking for a thrill and will kill to get what they need. However, they assure the listener not to fear, as they're telling them that it's not their concern, but a warning to others.
The chorus of the song repeats the words "We must have blood" over and over again, and it implies that the group will do whatever it takes to get what they need, including taking the lives of others. The lyrics imply that this need for blood is not limited to survival, but also to keep them alive, which makes the song even more gruesome. The last line of the song, "But when we come and we come, we must have blood," reinforces the idea that this group has no intention of stopping, and their bloodlust is what drives them.
The lyrics of "We Must Have Blood" can be interpreted in different ways, depending on the listener. Some may see it as a commentary on addiction, where the craving for drugs or alcohol results in a destructive, violent lifestyle. Others may see it as a metaphor for capitalism, where the need for profits and expansion creates a similar atmosphere of greed and violence. Regardless of the interpretation, the song sends a powerful message about the brutality of seeking power and fulfillment at any cost.
Line by Line Meaning
Bodies litter the highway
The sight of dead bodies on the road signifies my presence and power.
But that's just my way
This is my unique method of leaving an impression on people.
Of telling you I'm here
It's a way of announcing my presence and making it known to others.
So don't you fear
You have nothing to be afraid of.
Don't fear my dear. Come near
Don't be afraid to approach me, my dear.
Deep in the heart of Texas
In the center of Texas is where we are.
The solar plexus
The area above the stomach where the diaphragm is located.
And the region down below
Also referring to the genitals, the source of reproduction.
If you don't know
If you're not familiar with this area,
I'll flow the blow by blow by blow
I will give you a detailed explanation of what happens in this region.
It's not that we don't love you
We don't have a lack of feelings towards you.
It's just that we don't care
We don't have any concern or sympathy for you.
And when we're coming down beware
When we come towards you, be cautious and watchful of us.
WE must have blood
We have an insatiable thirst for blood.
WE must have everything we need
We require everything to sustain us, including blood.
To stay alive and then we breed
We need to consume blood to survive and continue to reproduce.
We must have blood
Our craving for blood is non-negotiable.
WE must have everything
We demand everything we need to thrive.
Out on that lonely highway
Traveling on a desolate road, isolated from others.
Out looking for a thrill
Attempting to find a source of excitement and stimulation.
And where we're from it's kiss or kill we will
In our community, we either show affection or engage in violence.
We must have blood
Our bloodlust can't be ignored.
They say that love is a drug
People often compare love to an addictive substance.
In love we lie like a rug
In the name of love, we can deceive and misrepresent ourselves.
But when we come and we come
But when we approach and engage with others,
We must have blood
We won't refrain from our thirst for blood.
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Beth Tollas
Punk rock and roll at its finest
Raymond Lee
In Texas, wearing the skull and cockbones shirt, and thinking of this song.
tony l
The Louis Armstrong what a wonderful world at the ending
Marcusia 😈hardcore EHB Immortalist
great song. Â i will blooood!!!
Volatile
It's not that we don't love you it's just that we don't care
Ruth Flanders
Fuck yah