The original lineup was notable for having three guitars and no bass player, creating a distinctive, layered sound. Kimble Rendall left in 1982 before the release of their first single, Leilani, and went on to become a noted music video director. He was effectively replaced by bassist Clyde Bramley. Radalj was not happy with Rendall's departure or Faulkner's increasing influence, and left the band himself, to be replaced by one-time Fun Things guitarist Brad Shepherd. This line-up released the band's break-through first album, Stoneage Romeos, in 1984.
In 1998, the band officially split but reformed for occasional concerts in subsequent years. A full-fledged reunion came in 2004, when they released Mach Schau and began touring again. The band received another boost when Come Anytime (from 1989's Magnum Cum Louder) was used as the theme song to the Australian TV show Thank God You're Here.
Discography:
Stoneage Romeos (1984), Mars Needs Guitars! (1985), Blow Your Cool! (1987), Magnum Cum Louder (1989), Kinky (1991), Crank (1994), Blue Cave (1996), Mach Schau (2004), Purity of Essence (2010)
Compilations:
Electric Soup (1992), Gorilla Biscuit (1992), Electric Chair (1998), Armchair Gurus (1998), Bite The Bullet (1998), Ampology (2000)
Mind the Spider
Hoodoo Gurus Lyrics
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She's smacking her lips and licking her fingers,
Completely unawares that something hideous lingers.
Mind the Spider!
Mind the Spider!
Little Miss Muffet's been hocking her china
And working late shifts in a Hollywood diner,
Mind the Spider!
Mind the Spider!
Little Miss Muffet is back in her parlour
Preparing herself for the evening gala.
She was startled by the sound of some hideous laughter.
Mind the Spider!
Mind the Spider!
The Hoodoo Gurus’ song, “Mind the Spider” is a cautionary tale about Little Miss Muffet, a character from a nursery rhyme, who is unaware of a dangerous spider lurking behind her. The lyrics describe Little Miss Muffet smacking her lips and licking her fingers as she savors her dinner, completely oblivious to the spider that hides nearby. The lyrics also reveal that she is a hard worker and has been hocking her china and working late shifts at a Hollywood diner, yet she remains unaware of the creepy-crawly predator behind her. As she prepares for a gala in her parlour, she is startled by the sound of hideous laughter, presumably from the spider.
The lyrics warn listeners to “mind the spider” and suggests that danger can be lurking in the shadows, even when we least expect it. The spider, a symbol of danger and the unknown, represents all the hidden risks in life that we may be completely unaware of. The song's ominous tone and foreboding lyrics are coupled with a fast-paced, upbeat instrumental rhythm that creates a sense of urgency and impending danger.
Line by Line Meaning
Little Miss Muffet is eating her dinner.
Little Miss Muffet is happily eating her meal without realizing that something malevolent could be present.
She's smacking her lips and licking her fingers,
She's thoroughly enjoying her food.
Completely unawares that something hideous lingers.
She is unaware of the evil or ominous presence around her.
Mind the Spider!
Beware of the spider!
Little Miss Muffet's been hocking her china
Little Miss Muffet has been selling her valuable possessions.
And working late shifts in a Hollywood diner,
She works long hours at a diner in Hollywood.
Completely unaware of the creature behind her.
Little Miss Muffet doesn't know that sinister forces are at work around her.
Little Miss Muffet is back in her parlour
She's now at home in her living room.
Preparing herself for the evening gala.
She's getting ready for a party or social gathering.
She was startled by the sound of some hideous laughter.
She was scared by some creepy laughter she heard.
Mind the Spider!
Be cautious of the spider and other ominous forces!
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: DAVE FAULKNER
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