In 1995, Christoph "Christ" von Freydorf (vocals) and Stefan "Fini" Finauer (drums), pupils of a convent school, founded the band together with Christoph's church choir friend Jamie "Citnoh" Richardson (bass guitar). They were joined by Stephan Karl "Moik" and Franz WickenhÀuser (both guitar). The band was founded in HohenschÀftlarn near Munich. The name Emil Bulls is derived from a children's movie.
In 1996, they recorded their first CD Red Dickâs Potatoe Garden themselves. The CD is in great demand today because of its small circulation. In 1997, they attended the Emergenza festival and finished third in the European competition. For this competition they hired DJ Paul Rzyttka (known as DJ Zamzoe) who afterwards became a permanent member of the band.
After a long tour, their album Monogamy was released by the indie record label Oh My Sweet Records. The record could only be purchased through the internet or during live shows. Monogamy was noticed by Island Records, which offered the band a recording deal. Some of the songs on Monogamy and a few new songs were recorded. The result was Angel Delivery Service, released in 2001. The album was already out of stock a few months later. A new edition was released including a cover version of A-Ha's "Take on Me". The songs "Smells Like Rock'n'Roll", "Leaving You with This" and "Take on Me" were released as singles.
In May 2002, Porcelain was released through Motor Music. "The Coolness of Being Wretched" and "This Day" were released as singles. Between June 2001 and August 2002, the band played 129 live shows including Rock am Ring. In August 2003, drummer Stefan Finauer left the band to go to university. He was replaced by Fabian Fab FĂŒĂ. In 2003, the band played some shows in Canada and the United States.
On June 20, 2005, The Southern Comfort was released on Pirate Records. It was the last record with DJ Zamzoe.
In February 2007, the live and acoustic album The Life Acoustic was released. The album, which was recorded in Pullach in 2006, was followed by an acoustic tour.
The following album The Black Path was released on April 4, 2008, on Drakkar records. It is the hardest record of the band so far and was recorded in Hannover by Benny Richer (Caliban, Krypteria). The single "The Most Evil Spell" was offered as a free download.
In 2009, Chrissy Schneider left the band and was replaced by Andy Bock, who was the guitar player of From Constant Visions. On September 25, 2009, Phoenix was released. "Here Comes The Fire" was offered as a free download on their website. In September 2009, a music video of "When God Was Sleeping" was released.
The band's latest studio offering, Oceanic, was to be released on September 30, 2011.
Killer's Kiss
Emil Bulls Lyrics
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Is it good to stroke and kiss the blade?
Now the seven seas are mine
Gently I go overboard
Like a snail I'm crawling safely
Along the sharp and shiny edge of the blade
Gently I go overboard
Floating through the endless dark dephts of the sea
In a sphere of glass
Oh, Gravity's nonsense now yes I'm safe here just cut off from the world above
I guess it's not right to behave my way
And I know it's not cool to take all these drugs again and again
Now the seven seas are mine
Gently I go overboard
Floating through the endless dark dephts of the sea
In a sphere of glass
Oh, Gravity's nonsense now yes I'm safe here just cut off from the world above
Now the seven seas are mine
Gently I go overboard
Floating through the endless dark dephts of the sea
In a sphere of glass
Oh, Gravity's nonsense now yes I'm safe here just cut off from the world above
I'm floating... watch me floating in... yes I'm floating... in my sphere of glass
The lyrics of "Killer's Kiss" by Emil Bulls express the internal conflict of indulging in self-destructive behaviors. The first two lines of the song may refer to the temptation and allure of embracing danger and taking risks. The singer seems to be struggling with this idea and questioning whether it is wise to touch the fire or to kiss the blade, knowing that it could lead to harm. The next few lines describe the character's descent into a state of detachment as they cut themselves off from the rest of the world and engage in destructive behaviors such as taking drugs.
As the song progresses, the lyrics take on a more introspective tone, and the singer embraces their isolation with a sense of calmness. The sphere of glass mentioned in the song may be symbolic of the character's self-imposed isolation, a place where they feel safe from the outside world but also cut off entirely. The repeated line "Now the seven seas are mine, gently I go overboard" reinforces the idea of letting go and surrendering to the unknown.
Overall, "Killer's Kiss" is a song that explores the struggle of giving in to temptation and the consequences of indulging in self-destructive behaviors. The lyrics convey a sense of desperation and isolation, with the singer seemingly resigned to their fate.
Line by Line Meaning
Is it wise to touch the fire?
Is it wise to pursue something that is potentially dangerous or destructive?
Is it good to stroke and kiss the blade?
Is it good to indulge in things that cause harm or may lead to negative consequences?
Now the seven seas are mine
I feel powerful and in control of my surroundings.
Gently I go overboard
I approach things carefully and with steady movement.
Like a snail I'm crawling safely
I'm taking careful steps, moving slowly and deliberately to avoid danger.
Along the sharp and shiny edge of the blade
I am exploring something dangerous, but I feel safe and empowered in doing so.
Floating through the endless dark depths of the sea
I am lost in a metaphorical ocean of darkness, unable to find my way out.
In a sphere of glass
I am in a protective bubble, isolated and cut off from the outside world.
Oh, Gravity's nonsense now yes I'm safe here just cut off from the world above
The laws of physics and reality don't apply in my isolated state, and I feel secure and content.
I guess it's not right to behave my way
I acknowledge that my actions may not be considered moral or appropriate by others.
And I know it's not cool to take all these drugs again and again
I am aware that my repeated drug use is not a healthy or admirable behavior.
I'm floating... watch me floating in... yes I'm floating... in my sphere of glass
I am comfortable and content in my isolated bubble, floating aimlessly with no sense of direction or purpose outside of my own little world.
Contributed by Henry F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Jayson Fire
Best song Emil ever created. Pure Genius đ„
Laura Rozlach
the best song ever-Polish fan :) Love Emil Bulls!!
Angela K
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