Thanks to their enigmatic live shows and extensive touring Green Lizard built up a solid live reputation throughout Europe, played the Vans Warped Tour in 2003 and even did shows in South America.
In May of 2006, GREEN LIZARD saw the release of their third record on I Scream Records in Europe. The album is called Las Armas Del Silencio and features 10 solid rock songs which are the best the band ever did. Together with its great artwork, this record is already considered a classic in the history of GREEN LIZARD.
The self produced album was recorded by Menno Bakker (NRA, Undeclinable) and Alejandro Londoño (Agresión), mixed by Clif Norrell (REM, The Pixies, Rollins, Faith No More, Mansun, Jeff Buckley) in Los Angeles and mastered at John Golden Mastering. Singer Remi about the recordings: ’This was definitely a new experience for us. By recording in different studios and with different people, we got the best of both worlds in this recording! Although it was extremely fun to produce it ourselves, it was a lot more work than we anticipated and we couldn’t have done it without the help of Menno and Alejandro. Of course, after recording two previous albums with a man like Clif taught us a lot about making a record.’
GREEN LIZARD’s previous albums were put out by Sony Music and sold more than 22.000 copies just in the Netherlands. Singer Remi: 'We never planned on signing to a major but our label got bought up by Sony Music. We sold pretty well and the last record 'Newborn' was supposed to be a European Sony signing but that never happened. We get offers to tour in Europe and the States all the time, but we never had a release there. This time we decided to find a label that can get the record out in all of Europe.'
Sellingpoints
- played over 800 shows worldwide
- sold up to 30,000 copies of their releases
- played major European festivals; Lowlands, Pinkpop, Pukkelpop, Roskilde and Sziget
- toured on the Vans Warped Tour (USA) in 2003
- did a European tour with Skin (Skunk Anansie) fall 2006
- played in countries like Aruba and Colombia
- had a major hitsingle in Holland with video on high rotation in 2001
- has a huge fanbase in the Benelux
- is one of the major rockacts of Holland
- will especially appeal to fans of Foo Fighters, Sunny Day Real Estate, Open Hand & Helmet
Discography
1997 The Nine EP (produced by Jack Endino)
2000 Identity CD (Double T Music/Sony Music, produced by Clif Norrel)
2000 Turn Around single (Double T music/Sony Music, produced by Clif Norrell)
2000 Autumn single (Double T Music/Sony Music, produced by Clif Norrell)
2001 Down 2k1 single (Double T Music/Sony Music, produced by Clif Norrell)
2001 Identity Special Edition 2CD incl. Pinkpop Live EP (Double T Music/Sony Music, produced by Clif Norrell)
2002 Newborn CD (Sony Music, produced by Clif Norrell)
2002 Wrong single (Sony Music, produced by Clif Norrell)
2003 Mouthful single incl. Collectible Live album (Sony Music, produced by Clif Norrell)
2005 One Minute/All You Have single (I Scream Records, mixed by Clif Norrell)
2006 Las Armas Del Silencio CD (I Scream Records Europe, mixed by Cliff Norrell)
2007 Las Armas Del Silencio CD (I Scream Records US release)
SELF CONTROL
Green Lizard Lyrics
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Darkness I smell fumes of candles
Burning down to find my scandals
Turn to faith for my salvation
Sake my life within the patience
Ahh Ahh Ahhhhh
Countless times I see the faces
Judging me for misbehaving
How can I rebend my actions
When they feed my satisfaction
Guilty guilty living my life
(No more) can't stand your manipulation
(No more) free myself from your relation
(Self control) i've got my self control (2x)
(No more) Fuck you with your revelations
(No more) I'm better off without interrogations
(Self control) I've got my self control (2x)
Precious teardrops falling water
Time to find out why we are
Who we are
Guilty guilty
(No more) can't stand your manipulation
(No more) free myself from your relation
(Self control) i've got my self control (2x)
(No more) Fuck you with your revelations
(No more) I'm better off without interrogations
(Self control) I've got my self control (2x)
Ahh.....
The lyrics to Green Lizard's song "Self Control" delve into themes of guilt and redemption, as well as the struggle for control in one's own life. The opening lines describe a scene of darkness and candles, suggesting a contemplative mood. The singer admits to having scandals in their past and turning to faith for salvation, implying a desire to make amends. The repeated refrain of "Ahh Ahh Ahhhhh" adds to the introspective feel of the song, giving the impression of a person lost in thought.
The second verse then talks about the judgment of others, with the singer feeling guilty for misbehaving but struggling to change their actions when they feel satisfaction from their behaviors. It's a relatable feeling of being caught between one's own desires and the expectations of society. The chorus reinforces the message of taking control of one's own life and breaking free from manipulative relationships and interrogations. The final lines with the repetition of "guilty guilty" highlights the internal conflict that the singer is experiencing and the desire for a fresh start.
Overall, "Self Control" is a powerful song about taking responsibility for one's actions, the internal conflict that comes with that, and the importance of breaking free from toxic influences to find inner peace.
Line by Line Meaning
Darkness I smell fumes of candles
In the darkness, the smell of burning candles fills my senses
Burning down to find my scandals
I'm burning myself down to find the scandals in my life
Turn to faith for my salvation
I turn to faith to save me from my sins
Sake my life within the patience
I will preserve my life by being patient
Countless times I see the faces
I have seen the judgmental faces of others countless times
Judging me for misbehaving
They judge me for my bad behavior
How can I rebend my actions
How can I change my behavior
When they feed my satisfaction
When that behavior brings me satisfaction
Guilty guilty living my life
I feel guilty for how I am living my life
(No more) can't stand your manipulation
I can't take your manipulation anymore
(No more) free myself from your relation
I'm freeing myself from our relationship
(Self control) i've got my self control (2x)
I have control over myself and my actions
(No more) Fuck you with your revelations
I don't want to hear your revelations anymore
(No more) I'm better off without interrogations
I'm better off without your constant questioning
(Self control) I've got my self control (2x)
I am in control of myself
Precious teardrops falling water
My tears fall like water
Time to find out why we are
It's time to figure out our purpose
Who we are
And who we truly are
Guilty guilty
Forever feeling guilty
Ahh.....
An expression of emotion
Contributed by Jack J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.