Tenni met Jessicka while attending Piper High School in Sunrise, Florida. They had begun writing songs, but had not yet formed a band when Moulder and Inhell joined them to create the band that would become Jack Off Jill. Jack Off Jill's first show was opening for fellow Floridian and long time friend Marilyn Manson and his shock-rock outfit, Marilyn Manson and the Spooky Kids, at a Davie, Florida night club called The Plus Five Lounge. The female foursome quickly became one of the most exciting and controversial underground bands during their heyday. Surname-free singer, Jessicka delivered gut-wrenching lyrics in an angelic to banshee-like voice and performed shocking on-stage antics that included stripping young men on stage while the band and crowd taunted the exposed fans, as well as covering the audience with spit and real blood and candy. Jessicka even spent a night in jail when she and Manson were arrested after a 1994 concert in Jacksonville, Florida, after being accused by the town's Christian Coalition for breaking the town's adult entertainment codes. [4] Though the members of Jack Off Jill never claimed to be shock rockers, they were often labeled as such. In fact, Jack Off Jill had more in common musically with riot grrrl acts such as Bikini Kill and Babes in Toyland than they did with Marilyn Manson and the Spooky Kids, with whom Jack Off Jill would later be constantly compared. It did not help that after a four year relationship, then boyfriend Twiggy Ramirez, began to mimic Jessicka's dress and appearance, making critics' comparisons draw even closer.[5]
Jack Off Jill released several independent records: "Children 5 and Up", "The Boygrinder Sessions", "Cannibal Song Book", (produced by JOJ and Manson) "Cockroach Waltz", and several 7" singles. It was not until, April 8, 1994, when JOJ played a benefit show for Rock Against Domestic Violence with Babes in Toyland and 7 Year Bitch, the same day lead-singer of American grunge rock band Nirvana, Kurt Cobain, was found dead in his Seattle home, that Jack Off Jill caught the eye of record labels. Drummer Lori Barbero from Babes wanted to sign them to her now defunct Minneapolis label Spanish Fly, but it was not to be. Jack Off Jill then caught the eyes and ears of Los Angeles based Risk Records, who signed them in January 1997. They replaced both Ah Cha Cha and Inhell with new members because the two were not ready to leave Florida. The band released their first national 7" "Girl Scout"/"American Made" in March of 1997. On September 9 1997, their first full-length Sexless Demons And Scars (produced by Gumball's leader Don Fleming, who produced Hole's Pretty on the Inside) was released..
After moderate underground success, touring with Lords of Acid, and playing to sold-out crowds in 1997, Jack Off Jill headed to Los Angeles in order to complete 1998's Covetous Creature, a remix EP of songs from Sexless Demons and Scars with the help of SMP (Scott Putesky), a founding member of Marilyn Manson and new drummer Claudia Rossi.[6] The new manifestation of Jack Off Jill hit the road on a national tour with Psychotica, joined along the way by Switchblade Symphony.
The band road-tested new songs in March of 1999 when JOJ were asked to take the opening slot on the Marilyn Manson / Monster Magnet / Hole tour after Hole departed.[3] With Putesky no longer in the guitar position, JOJ enlisted the help of Jessicka's then-boyfriend guitarist Clint Walsh, original JOJ guitarist Michelle Inhell (Oliver), and drummer Norm Block (formerly of Plexi) for the tour. On July 17, 2000, JOJ released their second full-length CD, Clear Hearts Grey Flowers on Risk Records, that featured a cover by artist Mark Ryden and was produced by Chris Vrenna of Tweaker and Nine Inch Nails. The new album was different from the first having a more Gothic rock sound and a cover of the Cure's "Lovesong" was added as a hidden track. Due to pressure, poor publicity for C.H.G.F, several line up changes, tension between founding members Jessicka and Robin, and management problems, Jack Off Jill played its last show at The Troubadour in Los Angeles in April of 2000. They were joined onstage by guitarist Helen Storer of the UK all-girl band Fluffy (and later of Thee Heavenly Music Association) and producer Chris Vrenna on drums. [7] JOJ officially called it quits in late 2000.
Years after their break-up, Jack Off Jill still manage to have a growing online cult following. Reviews for Jessicka's current band Scarling. begin with critics touting JOJ as "riot-goth legends" [8] and refer to Jack Off Jill's final album as," excellent, yet under- appreciated". [9]
In 2015, they reunited for some shows. One was in Ashville, North Carolina on July 18, 2015. They performed their last show was on October 23, 2015 (Jessicka's birthday) in London.
Original Line-up
* Jessicka (Jessicka Fodera) vocals
* Tenni Ah-Cha-Cha (Tenni Arslynian) drums
* Agent Moulder (Robin Moulder) bass, piano
* Michelle Inhell (Michelle Oliver) guitar
Former members
* Lauracet Simpson (Laura Simpson) – drums 1996-1997
* Ho Ho Spade (Jeff Tucci) – guitar 1996-1997
* SMP (Daisy Berkowitz / Scott Putesky) – guitar 1997-1998
* Claudia (Claudia Rossi) – drums 1997-1999
* Clint Walsh – guitar 1999-2000
* Norm Block – live drums 1999-2000
* Hellen Storer (Helen Storer) – live guitar 2000
* Chris Vrenna – live drums 2000
Jessicka is now singing with Scarling
Robin is now writing, recording and creating with TCR
The current musical status of the other members can be found by going to www.jackoffjill.com
Nazi Halo
Jack Off Jill Lyrics
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Just cause I'm screaming
Don't mean I'm sharing
Can't keep my mouth shut
If you keep that dress on
You can't negotiate
Not with me this time
Your faggot rainbow
Your Nazi Halo
Won't save you this time
Bring your IQ and try to understand
Just cause I'm listening
Don't mean we're still friends
Can't fix my problem
You crossed a thin line
You can't just work it out
Not with me this time
You go so low
Your faggot rainbow
Your junkie ego
Won't save you this time
You go so low
Your tragic disco
Your Nazi Halo
Won't save you this time
Time, time, time, time
You're so predictable no shadow of doubt
When you are suffering know who sold you out
Fuck your opinions
Fuck your lack of spine
When you are miserable
Know that I'm just fine
You go solo
Your faggot rainbow
Your junkie ego
Won't save you this time
You go solo
Your tragic disco
Your Nazi Halo
Won't save you this time
The lyrics to "Nazi Halo" by Jack Off Jill tackle themes of betrayal, power dynamics, and identity in a relationship. The song's opening lines suggest that the singer is being stared at and is screaming, but doesn't intend to share anything with the listener. This sets the tone of the song as one of confrontation and defense. The lyrics suggest that the singer has been hurt or betrayed by the listener in some way and is trying to assert themselves.
The chorus of the song uses powerful imagery to convey the singer's contempt for the listener. The use of the words "faggot rainbow" and "Nazi Halo" creates a strong contrast and implies that the listener is hypocritical or two-faced in some way. The repetition of the phrase "won't save you this time" suggests that the singer feels a sense of power or vindication in this confrontation.
The second verse suggests that the listener may be trying to make amends or work things out, but the singer is unwilling to forgive or move past what has happened. The use of the phrase "can't fix my problem" suggests that the singer feels that the listener is responsible for their pain or conflict. The song ends with the singer asserting their independence and suggesting that they are not affected by the listener's misery.
Overall, "Nazi Halo" is a powerful and confrontational song that deals with themes of power, identity, and betrayal in a relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
Take a souvenir and stop your staring
Stop ogling me, and take a keepsake if you want, but that doesn't mean I have to be friendly with you.
Just cause I'm screaming
My loudness shouldn't be taken as an invitation for intimacy.
Don't mean I'm sharing
I don't have to express my feelings or share my personal details with everyone around me.
Can't keep my mouth shut
I can't hold my opinions or keep them to myself, I always speak my mind.
If you keep that dress on
If you choose to wear that outfit, don't expect me to negotiate or compromise with you.
You can't negotiate
I won't give in to your terms and conditions just because you want me to.
Not with me this time
I won't tolerate or accept what you have to offer, not this time or ever.
You go so low
You've touched rock bottom, and you can't go any deeper.
Your faggot rainbow
Your stereotypical and colorful persona doesn't impress or intimidate me.
Your Nazi Halo
Your authority, power or superiority complex will not protect you or give you immunity this time.
Won't save you this time
Your past credentials or achievements won't come to your rescue this time, you're facing the music now.
Bring your IQ and try to understand
If you're smart enough, you'll comprehend and accept what I'm saying.
Just cause I'm listening
I'm paying attention to you, but that doesn't make us friends or allies.
Don't mean we're still friends
Just because I'm giving you an audience doesn't mean we're on the same page or that I have your back.
Can't fix my problem
I'm the only one who can solve or mend my issues, and you can't help me with that.
You crossed a thin line
You went past the limit or boundary of what I accepted or tolerated.
You can't just work it out
You can't negotiate a resolution, compromise or deal with me to make this right.
Not with me this time
I won't accept or agree to any reconciliation or solution, not this time or ever.
Your junkie ego
Your arrogant and self-centered attitude doesn't impress or intimidate me.
You go so low
You've reached the depths of your depravity and immorality.
Your tragic disco
Your dull and pathetic lifestyle and interests don't impress or intimidate me.
Time, time, time, time
The duration, consequences and repercussions of your actions will last forever, even if time passes on.
You're so predictable no shadow of doubt
Your behavior and actions have become so transparent and expected that there's no room for doubt or surprise.
When you are suffering know who sold you out
If you find yourself in trouble or pain, remember that it was you who betrayed yourself and made bad choices.
Fuck your opinions
I don't care or value your thoughts, views or beliefs.
Fuck your lack of spine
I despise and criticize your cowardice, weakness and lack of courage.
When you are miserable
If you ever face hardship or misfortune, remember that I'm not affected or impacted by it.
Know that I'm just fine
I'm doing well and don't need your sympathy or support, I can handle myself on my own.
You go solo
You're on your own, and no one will rescue or accompany you.
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