1. An American band… Read Full Bio ↴There are two bands called Electric Frankenstein
1. An American band from Whippany, New Jersey that fuses elements of punk rock and heavy metal to form a high-octane rock 'n roll sound. The song "Annie's Grave" by this band was featured in the "Tony Hawk's Underground" video game.
Founded in 1992 by brothers Donato and Sal Canzonieri, the band has recorded numerous singles and EP's along with 13 full length albums. The most recent of which "Burn Bright, Burn Fast" released in 2005. A full discography and more information can be found on their official website http://www.electricfrankenstein.com/.
2. A solo project of Italian progressive rock guitarist Paolo Tofani, member of Area,Noi Tre and Califfi. He released an album in 1975 called "What Me Worry?" on Cramps record label.
The Time Is Now
Electric Frankenstein Lyrics
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And all the promises/ that wait
I'm so tired/ so sick and tired
The Time is Now/ so don't be late
All the truth/ and all the lies
And all the promises/ you buy
L'm so tired/ so sick and tired
I'm standing naked - in the middle of this room
Promise me the sun cause - I just fell off the moon
My heart stopped achin' - It just ran out of room
I don't feel crazy anymore- there's blood on the moon
All the love/ and all the hate
And all the promises/ that wait
I'm so tired/ so sick and tired
The time is now/ so don't be late
All the truth/ and all the lies
And all the promises/ you buy
L'm so tired/ so sick and tired
The Time is Now/ so don't be late
If you used to - well, you never did
If you're gonna, - then, you never will
Everyone gets tired - of a one trick pony
The time is now - so why don't you show me
All the crime/ All for the taking
And all the promises/ you've been mistaking
L'm so tired/ so sick and tired
The Time is now/ so don't be late
All that's future/ and all that's past
And all the promises/ that won't last
L'm so tired/ so sick and tired
The Time is Now/ so don't be late
Electric Frankenstein's song, "The Time is Now", conveys a sense of urgency in the face of stagnant, faulty promises, both personal and societal. The lyrics eloquently reveal the artist's fatigue and disillusionment regarding empty words and inauthenticity. The use of alliteration and repetition drive home the frustration and tedium of waiting for things to finally happen, for promises that don't come to fruition, for lies that are treated as truth.
Through the repeated lines, "All the love/and all the hate/And all the promises that wait," and "All the truth/and all the lies/And all the promises you buy," the artist conveys the dichotomy of human experience - that is, the good and bad - and how both must be acknowledged and fulfilled if one is to truly live. They are tired of waiting for something that doesn't come, of being promised the sun but instead falling off the moon, of the world being painted black and white instead of acknowledging the complexities of humanity.
Moreover, Electric Frankenstein's song, "The Time is Now", is a call to action or change, alluding to the artist's desire for an epochal shift in seeing and acting. It challenges listeners to move past their stagnation and take a more active role in making the world a better place, rather than waiting for change to happen. The song's title further emphasizes the critical nature of the moment, as time waits for no one - so don't be late.
Line by Line Meaning
All the love/ and all the hate
The song will cover all facets of human emotions, love and hate included.
And all the promises/ that wait
There are promises that are waiting to be fulfilled.
I'm so tired/ so sick and tired
The singer is fatigued both physically and mentally.
The Time is Now/ so don't be late
The moment is here to take action, and it's important not to miss it.
All the truth/ and all the lies
The song will expose both the truth and the lies.
And all the promises/ you buy
There are promises that have been bought with no intention of being kept.
I'm standing naked - in the middle of this room
The singer is vulnerable and exposed, with no cover or pretense.
Promise me the sun cause - I just fell off the moon
The singer is asking for something impossible, after experiencing a major letdown or disappointment.
My heart stopped achin' - It just ran out of room
The singer's heart can no longer take any more pain or mishap.
I don't feel crazy anymore- there's blood on the moon
The singer may have felt insane before, but now with actual proof, there is a sense of clarity.
All the crime/ All for the taking
The song will mention crimes or illegal activities, with rewards easily available.
And all the promises/ you've been mistaking
There are promises that have been misinterpreted or misunderstood.
All that's future/ and all that's past
The song will encompass both the past and the future.
And all the promises/ that won't last
There are promises that will not stand the test of time.
If you used to - well, you never did
The person in question never lived up to the standard they set in the past.
If you're gonna, - then, you never will
The person in question may be making promises they can't keep or excuses for not fulfilling them.
Everyone gets tired - of a one trick pony
People become fatigued of someone performing the same act or trick over and over again.
The time is now - so why don't you show me
The moment is here to take action, and the singer is asking for proof or results.
Contributed by Elliot N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Alex Perno
You are a modern day hero for putting these full albums up people need these thank you
Richard P
I agree!
Tylerre Potter
There's something sonically amazing happening here in the stereo mix. Wow. This is fantastic.
Monzaede
over 20 years.. demolition joyride is such a great song!
Bart Thatcher
One of the best albums of the 90's!!
Javi Rotten
Me da ganas de salir a romper todo!!! Awesome!!!
Bart Thatcher
Such a rock'n album!!!
Riley Wallace
first time listening to these guys, pretty solid album
Rokula lala
Nobody releases more punk récords (of quality as well) tan these guys.
FJG
Muy buena banda , rulean como nunca !!!!