Glenn Danzig (born Glenn Allen Anzalone; June 23, 1955) is an American sing… Read Full Bio ↴Glenn Danzig (born Glenn Allen Anzalone; June 23, 1955) is an American singer, songwriter, musician, and record producer from Lodi, New Jersey. He is the founder of the bands Misfits, Samhain and Danzig. He owns the Evilive record label as well as Verotik, an adult-oriented comic book publishing company.

Beginning in the mid-1970s, Danzig's musical career has encompassed a number of genres through the years, including punk rock, heavy metal, industrial, blues and classical music. He has also written songs for other musicians, most notably Johnny Cash and Roy Orbison.

As a singer, Danzig is noted for his baritone voice and tenor vocal range; his style has been compared to those of Elvis Presley, Jim Morrison, and Howlin' Wolf. Danzig has also cited Bill Medley as a vocal influence.

Overture of the Rebel Angels
Glenn Danzig Lyrics

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Yea, yea, yea
Ooh
I can feel it move me
Feel it shove me
As I break the law
Said yea
I can feel it's jabbing
Cuts the numbness then I

I come alive yea

Twist of Cain
Yea drives my brain
Yea twist of Cain
Make me come alive
'Cause it does

Yea twist of Cain
yea drives my brain
Yea twist of Cain
Make me come alive

Said yea
I took it standing
Broke commandments
And he tumbled like a toy
Blood
Like a crimson highway
Spreading out
From his forehead to the ground

Twist of Cain
Yea drives my brain
Yea twist of Cain
Make me come alive
'Cause it does

Yea twist of Cain
Yea drives my brain
Yea twist of Cain
Make me come alive
Wo-oh, yea

Wo-oh God above
Feel a twist of Cain
Inside a beating heart, well
Wo-oh
Wanna know
Got a little twist of Cain
From the God below, yea

Yae
I know my breeding
Know my father
He was born of light
Said yea
Can't hardly stand it
Cuts me down the middle
Then I
I come alive yea

Twist of Cain
Yea drives my brain
Yea twist of Cain
Make me come alive
'Cause it does

Yea twist of Cain
yea drives myt brain
Yea twist of Cain
Make me come alive
Come alive
Wo-oh, yea

Wo-oh
God above
Feel a twist of Cain
Inside a beating heart, yea
Wo-oh
Wanna know
Got a little twist of Cain
From the God below

Wo-oh, wo-oh
Feel a twist of Cain
Inside a beating heart
Wo-oh, wo-oh

Got a little twist of Cain
From the God below, yea

Overall Meaning

The song "Twist of Cain" by Glenn Danzig of the band Danzig appears on their self-titled debut album. It begins with the lyrics, "Yea, yea, yea, Ooh" and goes on to describe the feeling of breaking the law and finding new life through violence. The "twist of Cain" in the chorus refers to the biblical story of Cain and Abel, where Cain kills his brother Abel out of jealousy and is punished by God. The lyrics suggest that the singer of the song has a similar violent streak and may even believe they have inherited it from their father.

Throughout the song, there is a sense of pride in breaking the rules and a glorification of violence. The repetition of "yea twist of Cain, yea drives my brain" suggests that the singer is addicted to this feeling of power and adrenaline rush that comes from violence. The line "Got a little twist of Cain from the God below" implies that this behavior may be a result of demonic influence.

Overall, "Twist of Cain" is a raw, aggressive song that explores themes of violence, power, and rebellion. It may be interpreted as a critique of society's rules and expectations, or as an indulgence in dark thoughts and impulses.

Line by Line Meaning

Yea, yea, yea
Expressing excitement and anticipation

Ooh I can feel it move me Feel it shove me As I break the law
Feeling the rush of rebellion and breaking rules

Said yea I can feel it's jabbing Cuts the numbness then I I come alive yea
Experiencing a surge of energy that awakens the senses

Twist of Cain Yea drives my brain Yea twist of Cain Make me come alive 'Cause it does
The thrill of doing something forbidden or dangerous invigorates the spirit

Said yea I took it standing Broke commandments And he tumbled like a toy Blood Like a crimson highway Spreading out From his forehead to the ground
Taking pride in defying authority and causing harm to others

Wo-oh God above Feel a twist of Cain Inside a beating heart, well Wo-oh Wanna know Got a little twist of Cain From the God below, yea
Feeling a sense of divine inspiration or influence, whether from God or the devil

Yae I know my breeding Know my father He was born of light Said yea Can't hardly stand it Cuts me down the middle Then I I come alive yea
Having a conflicted identity, torn between a familial heritage of righteousness and an irresistible desire for rebellion

Come alive Wo-oh, yea Wo-oh God above Feel a twist of Cain Inside a beating heart, yea Wo-oh Wanna know Got a little twist of Cain From the God below
The rebellious spirit and the divine influence within oneself combine to create a powerful sense of vitality and purpose

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