She continues to release numerous solo albums and collaborations and has composed the soundtrack for a horror game entitled The Path.
Coming to rock and experimental music from a complex, fascinating background (both her parents were FBI agents; her upbringing in the South included such elements of extreme American religious faith as snake-handling ceremonies; and before her direct involvement in music she participated in "unorthodox sex work," to use her own words, in various U.S. cities), Jarboe, who has always preferred to be known by her sole name, has long been known as one of the fiercest spirits in modern music. She is an intelligent and aggressive artist possessed of striking musical skill who has rejected the music industry's all-too-easy stereotyping and exploitation to create shockingly powerful visions. Helping strongly in this is her one-of-a-kind vocal talent, ranging from emotive blues/gospel tones to wild shrieking, matching excellently with her wide-ranging preference in musical styles. Joining the band Swans two years after it came into being, Jarboe soon became the co-leader of the band with founder Michael Gira; together the pair released some of the most striking, musically extreme recordings of recent years, both as Swans and as the side project band Skin. Jarboe's solo career began in earnest in 1992 with the release of Thirteen Masks, followed a couple of years later by a collaborative effort released under the name Beautiful People with Larry Seven, who also worked on Thirteen Masks and various Swans tracks before that time. The next official release was 1995's Sacrificial Cake, described as a "Swans Related Product," and released in concert with Gira's own solo debut, Drainland. After this, Swans took precedence as she and Gira finished the group's farewell albums and tours; her first post-Swans release, Anhedoniac, appeared in 1998. Shortly thereafter she made a trip to Israel for artistic inspiration for a planned follow-up, Disburdeen Disciple. However, she contracted an illness while visiting there, leading to hospitalization on return to America. A sampler for Disciple has appeared as a teaser, but the main album itself was not completed or ready for release. A collaboration with Telecognac, titled Over, appeared in 2000.
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Deflowered
Jarboe Lyrics
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Just get the big guitar
A pair of leather jeans
Lends credibility
Make all the critics cream
Just get down on your knees
Learn how to scream and seize
Every "opportunity"
You're one tough rockin' bitch
You got a lot to show
On college radio
So drop all the petals soft as velvet
Tear up your petals moist and delicate
Flower petals soft as velvet
Rip up the petals moist and delicate
They're falling
Now I know you wanna be the rage
Wanna live inside the formaldehyde cage
I know your mind's made up
Your breasts tattooed
The power won't rub off
Now it's part of you
You got nothing to prove
You got nothing to prove
You've shown to those pricks once more
Made them beg for it
You're one bad bitchin' whore
So drop all the petals soft as velvet
Tear up your petals moist and delicate
Flower petals soft as velvet
Rip up the petals moist and delicate drop all the petals soft as velvet
Tear up your petals moist and delicate
Flower petals soft as velvet
Rip up the petals moist and delicate
Rip up the petals moist and delicate
Flower petals soft as velvet
Rip up the petals [Repeat: x1]
They're falling
The song "Deflowered" by Jarboe is a powerful anthem that boasts of sexual freedom, rebellion and a fierce personality. The lyrics can be understood as a message to young women with aspirations of making it in the music industry - a predominantly male-dominated space. The opening lines of the song suggest that success in the music industry requires more than just talent, it requires a certain level of image and attitude that will set you apart from other performers. The reference to a "big guitar" and "leather jeans" highlights the importance of visual appeal in creating an early impression on critics and audiences. The chorus of the song, "drop all the petals soft as velvet, rip up your petals moist and delicate," alludes to the metaphorical deflowering of the performer, indicating that she must shed her innocence and modesty in order to succeed in the cut-throat world of rock and roll.
Line by Line Meaning
If you wanna be the star
If you want to achieve fame and success
Just get the big guitar
Simply acquire a large musical instrument to impress the audience
A pair of leather jeans
Wearing leather pants gives an appearance of rockstar legitimacy
Lends credibility
This adds believability and authenticity to your image
Make all the critics cream
Impress the critics so much that they are at a loss for words
Just get down on your knees
Figuratively submit to the industry to gain success
Learn how to scream and seize
Develop the ability to scream effectively, and use it to assert your power
Every "opportunity"
Take advantage of every possible opening for success
You'll make them beg for it
With your stunning talent and power, others will be begging to be associated with you
You're one tough rockin' bitch
You are extremely strong and resilient, especially when it comes to the music industry
You got a lot to show
You possess many amazing talents that you are ready to display
On college radio
You'll be broadcasted on college radio in order to get your music out there
So drop all the petals soft as velvet
Let go of any innocence and gentleness you once held
Tear up your petals moist and delicate
Destroy any remnants of softness and delicateness you may still possess
Flower petals soft as velvet
Your previous soft and gentle nature is symbolized by the flower petals
Rip up the petals moist and delicate
Violently destroy the sides of yourself that are still fragile
They're falling
The parts of yourself you are shedding are falling away
Now I know you wanna be the rage
I can tell that you are absolutely desperate to be famous and appreciated
Wanna live inside the formaldehyde cage
You aim to live inside the bubble of fame and success, with even your body preserved as a symbol of your power
I know your mind's made up
I am aware that you are set on your path to success
Your breasts tattooed
Tattoos on your breasts symbolize your dedication to music, or simply a desire to present yourself as edgy and tough
The power won't rub off
Even if you were to lose your fame or status, the experience will still be with you, and you will still have gained valuable character traits
Now it's part of you
The fame and power you gain is now part of your identity
You got nothing to prove
You have already shown the world your strength and resilience
You've shown to those pricks once more
You have once again proven your worth to those who doubted you or were critical of you
Made them beg for it
Those who were once against you are now willing to do anything to be associated with you
You're one bad bitchin' whore
You are an incredibly powerful woman, and you are not afraid to use your sexuality to your advantage
Rip up the petals moist and delicate
The image of destroying your soft and gentle nature is repeated to emphasize this transformation
Drop all the petals soft as velvet
The same goes for this line
Rip up the petals moist and delicate
This image of violent destruction is repeated again
Flower petals soft as velvet
The petals represent the gentle parts of yourself that you are getting rid of
Rip up the petals moist and delicate
Another repetition of the idea of destroying softness and delicacy
Rip up the petals moist and delicate
Emphasizing the violent, destructive power that is necessary for success in the music industry
Flower petals soft as velvet
Again emphasizing what has been lost in the transformation
Rip up the petals
One final repetition of the idea of destruction, coming after 4 repetitions already
They're falling
The petals that once represented your softer self have now completely fallen away
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TheCogre
whoa i can't believe i haven't heard this yet. cheers thanx for the upload
Rui Carvalho
loveeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee
Ledgeview
Harumph!