Kidneythieves is an industrial rock band led by Free Dominguez (vocals) and… Read Full Bio ↴Kidneythieves is an industrial rock band led by Free Dominguez (vocals) and Bruce Somers (guitar/engineering). They formed the band in Los Angeles, in 1997, and along the way they picked up other band members such as Chris Schleyer (guitar), Christian Dorris (bass), and Sean Sellers (drum). Their lyrics are heavily influenced by psychology, particularly Jung.

The band have released four studio albums, "Trickster" (1998), "Zerøspace" (2002), and "Trypt0fanatic" (2010). An EP "The Invisible Plan" (2011). And a remix EP "Phi In The Sky" (2001), released in between "Trickster" & "Zerøspace".

The band re-released "Trickster" as "Trickstereprocess" in 2004, which included 5 new bonus tracks, along with a bonus DVD. After the release of "Trickstereprocess", the group called it quits and went their separate ways. Free Dominguez went on to create an indie project while Bruce Somers created the band Shocknina.

In January of 2007, Free Dominguez sent out a newsletter via email stating that she and Bruce are collaborating once again on brand new Kidneythieves material. These sessions resulted in the brand new album "Tryptofanatic".

Kidneythieves have hired bassist Mirv Douglas and are working on their new EP "The Invisible Plan" to be released in October 2011.

Creature
Kidneythieves Lyrics

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Creature comfort, supplicant
Let me tell you what I want
What's the use, a void of course
Take the abuse, make it worse
Creature comfort, delicate
Wish I could lose the day we met
Never in words to say this time
I should just keep this down inside

I wish.
You're the other half of the sky
Creature comfort me tonight.
Creature comfort, justify
I have been waiting all these lives
Everyone's changed their thoughts with age
Scratching their bird claws in my cage
I wish I could love the sun again
Help me love the sun again
I wish I could love

I wish you could love the sun again.
I could love

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to "Creature" by Kidneythieves give the sense of a person who is seeking comfort and justification in their existence. The term "creature comfort" can be defined as the basic needs and comforts that make life easier and more enjoyable. However, in this song, the phrase takes on a different meaning as the singer seeks comfort from someone they love, perhaps even justifying their own existence through them. The line "Let me tell you what I want" indicates the desperate need for communication and understanding in a relationship, making it clear that the singer is struggling to articulate their true feelings.

The second verse depicts a sense of loss as the singer reflects on the past and wishes they could go back in time to "lose the day we met." They feel trapped and caged, unable to find solace in the changing world around them. The line "Scratching their bird claws in my cage" is particularly evocative, painting a vivid image of the singer feeling watched or controlled by those around them. Through it all, they are looking for something to hold on to - something or someone to help them "love the sun again."

Overall, the lyrics appear to be exploring themes of loneliness, isolation, and the search for meaningful connection. The repetition of the phrase "creature comfort" throughout the song reinforces the sense of longing and desperation for something or someone to hold on to.

Line by Line Meaning

Creature comfort, supplicant
The comfort of living things where they can submit themselves.

Let me tell you what I want
I want to express my needs to you.

What's the use, a void of course
What is the point of taking a course that leads nowhere?

Take the abuse, make it worse
Endure the torment and intensify its effects.

Creature comfort, delicate
A certain tenderness or softness in being consoled.

Wish I could lose the day we met
I regret ever having met you.

Never in words to say this time
I cannot find the words to express myself at the moment.

I should just keep this down inside
I should keep these feelings suppressed.

I wish.
I yearn for something more.

You're the other half of the sky
You complete me, like the sky and its reflection in water.

Creature comfort me tonight.
Console me tonight, like a caring creature would.