Incubus is a five-man al… Read Full Bio ↴There are multiple artists using this name:
Incubus is a five-man alternative rock band formed in 1991, based in Calabasas, California. Members include Brandon Boyd (vocals and percussion), Mike Einziger (guitar), Ben Kenney (bass), Jose Pasillas II (drums) and DJ Chris Kilmore (turntables). Former members of the band include Gavin Koppel (a.k.a. DJ Lyfe) (turntables) and Alex Katunich (a.k.a. Dirk Lance) (bass). The band's name may seem a peculiar choice to fans, as an incubus is a type of demon that, in mythological lore, comes in the night and has sex with women while they are sleeping; it seduces them in their dreams The story behind the name is that the band needed to think of a name hours before their first show and, after a few failed choices, Mike looked in a dictionary and chose "Incubus" almost at random. Mike says that the name was chosen because it sounded silly; Brandon holds that it was chosen because they were teenagers and the definition had the word "sex" in it. "We really didn't want to rape women in their sleep. But, we were fifteen and it seemed harmless to us then, and we never changed it," says the band.
Incubus has received both critical acclaim and commercial success, reaching multi-platinum sales, as well as releasing several successful singles. The band earned mainstream recognition with the release of their 1999 album Make Yourself. In 2001, Incubus became even more successful with the single "Drive" and their follow-up album Morning View. Their sixth studio album, Light Grenades, debuted at No. 1 in 2006 and has received Gold certification in the U.S. Incubus released their first greatest hits album Monuments and Melodies in June 2009, accompanied by a tour of the United States, Japan and Canada. The band's most recent album, 8, was released on April 21st, 2017.
2. A death/thrash metal band from Metairie, Louisiana. The band was made up of Francis Howard (guitar/vocals), Moyses Howard (drums), Andre Luiz (bass), and Luiz Carlos (guitar). The two Howard brothers are actually from Brazil, and immigrated to Louisiana. This Incubus has released one demo, and two albums, with one album being remastered and re-released with a different track listing. This band has changed their name to Opprobrium.
3. A death/thrash metal band from Georgia who released one demo in 1987. The drummer, Mike Browning, went on to Morbid Angel and later Nocturnus fame.
4. A thrash metal band from São Paulo, Brazil that released 2 demos in 1986 and 1988.
5. A thrash metal band from João Pessoa, Paraíba, Brazil.
6. A New Wave of British Heavy Metal band that released a full-length album "To the Devil a Daughter" in 1984. Still a favorite among NWOBHM fans.
7. A death/thrash metal band from Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. Released a demo "Sinful Dreams" in 1987. Changed their name to Spectral Birth in 1988.
8. A Techno/Rave combo.
04. Anna-Molly
Incubus Lyrics
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This city by the sea
I watch the ships pass and wonder if she might be
Out there and sober, as a well for loneliness
Please do persist girl, it's time we met and made a mess
I picture your face in the back of my eyes
A fire in the attic, a proof of the prize
Doo, doo, doo, doo, do
A cloud hangs over
And mutes my happiness
A thousand ships couldn't sail me back from distress
Wish you were here
I'm a wounded satellite
I need you now, put me back together, make me right
I picture your face in the back of my eyes
A fire in the attic, a proof of the prize
Anna Molly, Anna Molly, Anna Molly
I'll call out your name
Up into the air
Not one of the others could ever compare
Anna Molly, Anna Molly
Wait, there is a light
There is a fire, illuminated attic
Fate or something better, I could care less
Just stay with me a while
Wait, there is a light, there is a fire de-fragmenting the attic
Fate or something better, I could care less
Just stay with me a while
I picture your face in the back of my eyes
A fire in the attic, a proof of the prize
Anna Molly, Anna Molly, Anna Molly
I'll call out your name Up into the air
Not one of the others Could ever compare
Anna Molly, Anna Molly
Anna Molly (wait, there is a light, there is a fire de-fragmenting the attic)
Anna Molly (fate or something better, I could care less, just stay with me a while)
Doo, doo, doo, doo, do, do
The song "Anna-Molly" by Incubus is an ode to a woman named Anna-Molly, who the lead singer seems to hold in high regard. The lyrics poetically describe the singer's longing for Anna-Molly, who he imagines as a well for loneliness. He implores her to persist and meet him so they can make a mess together. The singer then describes his current state of distress, saying that not even a thousand ships could bring him back. He wishes that Anna-Molly were there to put him back together and make him right. The chorus repeats Anna-Molly's name as a sort of mantra for the singer.
The song takes a hopeful turn in the bridge, which describes a light and a fire that illuminate the attic. The singer expresses that he doesn't care if the cause of the light is fate or something better, as long as Anna-Molly stays with him for a while. The song ends with the singer reaffirming his love for Anna-Molly and calling out her name into the air.
Overall, "Anna-Molly" is a passionate and introspective love song that captures the feeling of longing for someone who holds the key to your happiness.
Line by Line Meaning
A cloud hangs over
There is a feeling of sadness or despair.
This city by the sea
This is a reference to a specific setting that contributes to the mood of the song.
I watch the ships pass and wonder if she might be
The singer is looking for someone in their life who they hope to find and reconnect with.
Out there and sober, as a well for loneliness
The artist hopes that the person they are searching for is also feeling lonely and might be able to relate to them.
Please do persist girl, it's time we met and made a mess
The artist is willing to take risks to find and connect with the other person they are looking for.
I picture your face in the back of my eyes
The singer has a strong memory of the person they are looking for.
A fire in the attic, a proof of the prize
The singer's memory of the person is intense and valuable to them.
Anna Molly, Anna Molly, Anna Molly
The artist is repeating the name of the person they are looking for.
A cloud hangs over
The feeling of sadness or despair continues.
And mutes my happiness
The artist feels like their happiness is being suppressed by the situation.
A thousand ships couldn't sail me back from distress
The singer feels stuck in their situation, and nothing seems to be able to make it better except finding the person they are looking for.
Wish you were here
The artist is expressing a desire for the person they are looking for to be with them.
I'm a wounded satellite
The singer feels lost, hurt, and disconnected.
I need you now, put me back together, make me right
The singer is hoping that the other person can help them feel whole and happy again.
I'll call out your name Up into the air
The singer is willing to shout out to the world to find the person they are looking for.
Not one of the others Could ever compare
The artist is convinced that this person is unique and irreplaceable.
Wait, there is a light
The artist sees a glimmer of hope, or something that could make them feel better.
There is a fire, illuminated attic
This line could have different interpretations, but overall it suggests that even in the midst of sadness or despair, there is a spark of hope or inspiration.
Fate or something better, I could care less
The singer is open to whatever happens next, as long as they can find happiness.
Just stay with me a while
The artist is requesting that the other person be with them and spend time together.
Anna Molly
The artist is still thinking about and searching for the person they want to find.
Doo, doo, doo, doo, do
This is a repeated melody that adds to the emotional impact of the song.
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Alberto Ruano
A cloud hangs over this city by the sea
I watch the ships pass and wonder if she might be
Out there and sober as well from loneliness
Please do persist girl, it's time we met and made a mess
I picture your face at the back of my eyes
A fire in the attic, a proof of the prize
Anna Molly, Anna Molly, Anna Molly
A cloud hangs over and mutes my happiness
A thousand ships couldn't sail me back from distress
Wish you were here, I'm a wounded satellite
I need you now, put me back together, make me right
I picture your face at the back of my eyes
A fire in the attic, a proof of the prize
Anna Molly, Anna Molly, Anna Molly
I'm calling your name up into the air
Not one of the others could ever compare
Anna Molly, Anna Molly
Wait there is a light there is a fire
Illuminated attic fate
Or something better, I could care less
Just stay with me a while
Wait there is a light there is a fire
De-fragmenting the attic fate
Or something better, I could care less
Just stay with me a while
I picture your face at the back of my eyes
A fire in the attic, a proof of the prize
Anna Molly, Anna Molly, Anna Molly
I'm calling your name up into the air
Not one of the others could ever compare
Anna Molly, Anna Molly
Anna Molly
Anna Molly
Chris Plumb
Brandon is honestly one of the best live vocalists I've heard. Not many vocalists are able to immaculately do live what they do in the studio. Much respect.
ash mcdoyle
mike patton too he has a huge range for a male.Bjork is my fav singer of all times!!!!!!!
Garras Slimane
Lmao, what? Patton does not have a huge range "for a male", he has a HUGE range for a human being. Even bigger than a lot of impressive-ranged female performers like Nina Hagen, Mariah Carey and Diamanda Galás.
USAlien234
I agree. He matches the studio recording so damn well. Every, syllable, pitch shift, and nuance he sang on the album he replicates on stage. It's amazing.
I would believe it if someone told me he was lip syncing to the track.
Shennon Matheny
I agree.... Absolutely stunning the 5 times I've seen them. 🎶🖤🎶🖤
Shennon Matheny
@ash mcdoyle , YES!!! 🖤🎶🖤🎶
Abren Villanueva
Their guitarist is underrated hes very good in his style. He has a different approach in guitar i havent seen in other bands.
Gaynl Bera
I totally agree. The range of his voice is wide. His lyrics fit perfectly to Mike's song. A perfect match ❤
Alex Bonsor
Brandons voice and stage presents is brilliant. This band Really deserves more recognition.
Super Nova
I absolutely love the way Brandon sings this song! The way he shakes his Hair and dances around it’s like he’s an trance! So beautiful to watch and his fellow musicians are amazing ❣️