Rattlesnake
King Gizzard & Lizard Wizard Lyrics

Rattlesnake
This phrase is repeated multiple times to highlight the repetition and monotony of the rattling sound that a rattlesnake makes.

Rattles me
The phrase 'rattles me' is used to signify the fear and apprehension that one experiences upon encountering a rattlesnake.

Isolation
Isolation refers to the state of being alone, which is often the case when one crosses paths with a rattlesnake in the wilderness.

Trepidation
The word trepidation implies a feeling of fear or anxiety that one experiences in the presence of something dangerous or uncertain, like a rattlesnake.

Don't fear nothing
The phrase 'don't fear nothing' is a double negative that essentially means 'don't be afraid'.

Snake is bluffing
This line suggests that a rattlesnake's warning rattle is not necessarily an indication of an imminent strike, but rather a bluff to deter a perceived threat.

Whips his tail
The phrase 'whips his tail' describes the movement of a rattlesnake's tail as it shakes it rapidly to create the rattling sound.

Send you running
This line refers to the tendency for people to flee when confronted with a rattlesnake, in order to avoid getting bitten.

Vegetation
This line refers to the dense growth of plants and shrubs that is often found in the habitats where rattlesnakes live.

Aggravation
This line suggests that being in close proximity to a rattlesnake can be a frustrating and irritating experience.

Running, hiding [?]
This line is hard to decipher, but it likely refers to the instinctual desire to escape when in danger of being bitten by a rattlesnake.

Snake is smiling
The phrase 'snake is smiling' suggests that the rattlesnake is aware of the fear it instills in humans and may even take pleasure in it, seeing itself as a powerful predator.

Leaves you writhing
This line refers to the intense pain and discomfort that is often experienced after being bitten by a rattlesnake, which can cause a person to writhe or twist in agony.

Hibernation
Hibernation is a state of inactivity that some animals enter into during the winter months to conserve energy, and which rattlesnakes are known to do.

Altercation
An altercation is a heated argument or fight, and in the context of this song it likely refers to the danger posed by a rattlesnake when provoked.

Don't get angry
This line is probably meant to advise listeners to remain calm and avoid agitating a rattlesnake.

Snake is cranky
This line suggests that a rattlesnake's mood can be influenced by factors such as hunger, fatigue, and stress, and can make them more prone to striking.

In a frenzy
This line describes the heightened state of agitation and aggression that rattlesnakes can enter into when provoked, which can result in them striking repeatedly.

I'm the serpent
This line establishes the singer's identity as a rattlesnake, and serves to remind listeners of the power and danger associated with this animal.

Devil's servant
By describing themselves as the 'Devil's servant', the artist further emphasizes their association with evil and danger.

Time to meet your end
This line suggests that the artist is a formidable opponent capable of causing serious harm and even death to those who cross their path.

Fangs are ready for the strike
This line implies that the artist is poised to attack with deadly force.

Deadly razor sharp
This line describes the deadly nature of a rattlesnake's fangs, which are capable of delivering a potentially fatal dose of venom.

Poison with a single spike
This line suggests that even a single strike from a rattlesnake can be deadly due to the potency of their venom.

When they rip apart
This line is difficult to interpret, but may refer to the physical damage inflicted by a rattlesnake's venom on a person's body.

Screaming like a maniac
This line suggests that being bitten by a rattlesnake can induce hysteria and extreme panic in the victim.

After my attack
This line implies that the singer is confident in their ability to strike and inflict serious harm on their victims.

Crying like a baby child
This line further emphasizes the extreme pain and agony that is often experienced after being bitten by a rattlesnake.

In exile [?]
This line is difficult to interpret, but may be meant to suggest that the victim is left alone and isolated as a result of their injury.

Sweat drips out of every pore as
This line vividly describes the physiological response of a person who is in the grip of extreme fear.

I bite you more and more and more and
This line emphasizes the brutality and relentlessness of the singer's attack.

Take one last look at your captor
This line suggests that the victim is able to get a final glimpse of the rattlesnake before succumbing to their injuries.

And hear my tail rattling 'til you're dead
This line is meant to emphasize the haunting and final nature of the rattlesnake's rattle, which continues even after its victim has perished.