Their EP and first two albums, Willoughby's Beach (2011), 12 Bar Bruise (2012) and Eyes Like the Sky (2013), primarily blended surf music and garage rock, and were released on the band's independent record label, Flightless, founded by Moore in 2012. Their third to eighth albums—Float Along – Fill Your Lungs (2013), Oddments, I'm in Your Mind Fuzz (2014), Quarters!, Paper Mâché Dream Balloon (2015) and Nonagon Infinity (2016)—expanded their sound, including elements of film music, psychedelic rock, progressive rock, folk, jazz, soul and heavy metal.
In 2017, the band fulfilled a promise to release five studio albums within the year: Flying Microtonal Banana in February; Murder of the Universe in June; Sketches of Brunswick East, a collaboration with Mild High Club, in August; Polygondwanaland, which was released into the public domain, in November; and Gumboot Soup in December. The band released its fourteenth album, Fishing for Fishies, on 26 April 2019, followed by a fifteenth album, Infest the Rats' Nest, released on 16 August that year.
On the 19th of April they released their first feature-length film, concert movie "Chunky Shrapnel". Named after a lyric from the band’s 2017 song Murder Of The Universe, The film combines concert footage from the band’s 2019 European tour with documentary style-filmmaking of King Gizzard behind the scenes. While Chunky Shrapnel does also document the band offstage, the film’s director, Josh Angus Stewart, said that it prioritizes music over personalities.
Chunky Shrapnel was originally set to premiere at Melbourne’s Astor Theatre, before the Australian government closed cinemas nationwide to stem the spread of the coronavirus. The film was eventually released and finally available for 24 hours only on vimeo.
In all, throughout 2020, the band released several live albums, a concert film, a double compilation of demos, K.G. , their 16th studio album and a compilation of early singles and all the tracks on the Anglesea EP called Teenage Gizzard . In August, Eric Moore (the band's second drummer and manager) left the band to focus on running his record label, Flightless. In February 2021, the band released L.W., their third microtonal album, which was followed by the synth-based dream pop album Butterfly 3000 in June. These albums were released independently rather than on Flightless. The band's twentieth studio album, Omnium Gatherum, was released on 22 April 2022.
On 24 January 2023, the band released the official live bootleg Live At Red Rocks '22. The 86-track, eight-hour release documents the band's three-night run at the titular Red Rocks Amphitheatre. Several independent labels have created physical releases of the bootleg, including a 12-vinyl boxset and a CD/cassette run.
On 4 March of the same year, the band debuted a new song "Gila Monster" during a live performance in Tilburg in the Netherlands. Following that, on 7 May, the band announced their upcoming 24th studio album, PetroDragonic Apocalypse; or, Dawn of Eternal Night: An Annihilation of Planet Earth and the Beginning of Merciless Damnation via Instagram. According to bassist Lucas Harwood, PetroDragonic Apocalypse will be one of two upcoming albums that will have a "Yin and Yang" concept, stating that they are "going to be very different sounding to each other, but we're going to try to make them complement each other". The album's first single, "Gila Monster", was released alongside a music video an hour before the album pre-order opened on May 16 and the second single "Dragon" was released on June 6 with its music video. The band then went on tour throughout the United States to promote the album before its release by playing songs from the album other than the singles. One such performance on 3 June was at the Caverns in Tennessee where the band dressed in drag to celebrate Pride Night after a judge turned down a law that intended to ruled drag unlawful. Joey Walker told the crowd, "This ain't no protest, baby. This is a celebration!" PetroDragonic Apocalypse was released on 16 June.
The band members all grew up and went to school in the Deniliquin, Melbourne and Geelong areas. The band started off as a group of friends jamming together, before a mutual friend asked them to play at a show. The band's name was created "last minute". Mackenzie wanted to name the band "Gizzard Gizzard" while another band member wanted Jim Morrison's nickname "Lizard King". They eventually compromised with King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard. The artist Jason Galea has created all of the band's album art, and a majority of their music videos.
Hey There
King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard Lyrics
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Hey there, hey there
Hey there, hey there
I like you, and I love you
Your hair, and your hair
Girl, what's in my hair?
Girl, what's in my hair?
Girl, what's in my hair?
Hey there, hey there
Hey there, hey there
I like you, and I love you
Your hair, and your hair
Girl, what's in my hair?
Girl, what's in my hair?
Girl, what's in my hair?
Girl, what's in my hair?
Hey there, hey there
Hey there, hey there
I like you, and I love you
Your hair, and your hair
Girl, what's in my hair?
Girl, what's in my hair?
Girl, what's in my hair?
Girl, what's in my hair?
The lyrics of "Hey There" by King Gizzard & The Lizard Wizard may seem repetitive and simplistic at first glance, but they possess a certain enigmatic quality that allows for various interpretations. The song's repetitive nature can be seen as a reflection of the singer's fixation on a particular person, possibly a love interest. The opening lines, "You, you, one, two," suggest an intimate connection between two individuals, emphasizing a sense of closeness and familiarity.
The repetition of the phrases "Hey there, hey there" and "I like you, and I love you" conveys a sense of urgency and longing. It represents the singer's desire to express their affection and attraction towards someone they admire. The mention of "your hair" repeatedly throughout the song might symbolize a physical attribute that the singer finds captivating or alluring. Hair is often associated with beauty, individuality, and personal expression, hence the focus on it could indicate the singer's infatuation and how it contributes to their attraction.
The constant questioning of "Girl, what's in my hair?" can be interpreted in a couple of ways. On one hand, it could convey a sense of vulnerability, with the singer seeking validation from the person they admire. They could be seeking reassurance or approval, hoping that the object of their affection notices and appreciates them. On the other hand, it might also be a metaphorical inquiry about what the singer's presence or essence represents to this person. It suggests a desire to understand how they are perceived and to gauge their significance in the other person's life.
Overall, "Hey There" portrays the yearning and infatuation that often come with infatuation, the intense desire to express one's feelings towards another person, and the uncertainty that accompanies these emotions. The repetition and simplicity of the lyrics highlight the rawness and directness of the singer's emotions, making the song an intriguing exploration of love, attraction, and self-discovery.
Line by Line Meaning
You, you, one, two
Addressing the listener, acknowledging their presence and counting off, indicating the start of something.
Hey there, hey there
Casual greeting, expressing friendliness and familiarity.
I like you, and I love you
Expressing positive feelings towards the listener, indicating both a liking and deeper affection.
Your hair, and your hair
Complimenting the listener's hair, appreciating its appearance and possibly symbolizing uniqueness or individuality.
Girl, what's in my hair?
Playfully asking the listener about something possibly tangled or hidden in the singer's hair, using humor and curiosity.
Girl, what's in my hair?
Repeating the playful question, creating a sense of intrigue and lightheartedness.
Girl, what's in my hair?
Continuing to playfully ask the listener about the hidden or tangled object in the singer's hair, maintaining the sense of curiosity.
Girl, what's in my hair?
Repeating the question once more, emphasizing the playfulness and keeping the listener engaged.
Hey there, hey there
Reiterating the casual greeting, maintaining a friendly and familiar tone.
Hey there, hey there
Continuing to express the casual greeting, building a sense of familiarity and rapport.
I like you, and I love you
Restating the positive feelings towards the listener, reinforcing the genuine affection.
Your hair, and your hair
Reaffirming the admiration for the listener's hair, emphasizing its significance and beauty.
Girl, what's in my hair?
Repeating the playful question, maintaining the sense of intrigue and playfulness.
Girl, what's in my hair?
Reiterating the curiosity about the hidden or tangled object, intriguing the listener.
Girl, what's in my hair?
Continuing to playfully ask the listener for an answer, building anticipation and amusement.
Girl, what's in my hair?
Repeating the question once again, creating an air of mystery and engagement.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Stuart Douglas Mackenzie
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@anyway5692
haven't listened to this song since it got removed from spotify, absolute banger
@kosurmyne
awh yeah its awesome
@sabindonahue6559
Yessssss
@muntthedubious_9308
Any idea of why it was removed?
@anyway5692
@@muntthedubious_9308 sorry, I don't know why
@muntthedubious_9308
@@anyway5692 One of the universe’s great mysteries….
@ludwigii9329
The first ever King Gizzard song
@fump5920
youuuuu...