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"Flying the flag for all female artists!" BBC Radio 1
"Putting Punk and protest back into the mainstream!" The Guardian
Louise Distras is no shrinking violet. Whilst the music world is currently dominated by Simon Cowell backed pop-puppets who have a tendency to fade into obscurity before they even reach the sophomore stage, this British post-punk singer songwriter is a musician who has every intention of making a longer lasting impression.
Like the great storytellers and social observers before her – from Bob Dylan through to the Sex Pistols, Distras has successfully channelled her anger and vocalised her hopes and fears in to her critically acclaimed debut 'Dreams from the Factory Floor'.
With songs that tick both the post-punk and pop boxes, her explosive lyrics and riotous sonic disposition, it is little surprise that Distras is already garnering comparisons to charged songstresses Brody Dalle, Juliette Lewis and Courtney Love, but it won't be long before other artists are being compared to her. With so much to say, and such a distinct manner with which she says it, Distras's star continues to rise in 2016 with the heavily anticipated follow up to her 2013 debut'Dreams from the Factory Floor'.
Having been heralded for her ability to incorporate the acoustic guitar into riotous pop songs, it is obvious that Distras is about to make a big mark in the music industry game – but unlike Cowell’s puppets, Distras will be holding the strings and playing by her own rules.
2013 onwards has seen Louise Distras cutting her teeth on the world stage, touring across the
UK, Europe, Canada and the USA with the likes of Billy Bragg, Buzzcocks, Stiff Little Fingers and The Damned, taking in festival appearances at Glastonbury, Bearded Theory, Rebellion and Punk Rock Bowling (USA) whilst receiving notable praise from The Guardian, Big Cheese,
New Noise and Big Takeover magazines aswell as BBC Radio 1, XFM, Team Rock Radio, and KROQ who have all accurately pinpointed Distras' sound as "the rebirth of British punk; reinvented for a new generation".
"The UKs answer to Joan Jett!" Rodney Bingenheimer, KROQ Radio
"Big electric anthems for yet another let down generation" John Robb, Louder Than War
"I love this chick! So good, so truly punk rock!" Linda Perry, 4 Non Blondes
NO MERCY
Louise Distras Lyrics
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Picked up his guitar and sang this song
Screaming hate has burned a hole in my bitter bleeding twisted soul
I guess death makes angels of us all
Drowning in a tortured sea
Scars of innocence locked in poetry
Immortal isolation begging tears of purity, tears of purity
Life imprisonment climbing walls
Scared to stand the fear unfolds
On a burning resurrected grave I cry
No mercy forgive me
Death of day birth of night
Redemption blackened blood ignites
Tortured demons scrеam like god
No mercy forgive mе
Death makes angels of us all
Darkened children bleed forgiveness, forgiveness
Broken heart future black
Hells eternal fire screams like god
No mercy forgive me
Pray for me forgive
No mercy forgive me
Suicidal fate soulless pain
Eyes burned out then fade away
The lyrics to Louise Distras's song "No Mercy" depict a dark and tortured soul, filled with pain and despair. The opening lines, "Needle tracks bled torn, picked up his guitar and sang this song," evoke imagery of self-destruction and the cathartic escape that music can provide. The singer is consumed by bitterness and hate, as reflected in the line "screaming hate has burned a hole in my bitter bleeding twisted soul." The mention of death making angels of us all suggests a yearning for a release from this torment, a desire for redemption and peace.
The chorus embodies the feeling of being trapped and isolated in one's suffering, with the lyrics "drowning in a tortured sea, scars of innocence locked in poetry, immortal isolation begging tears of purity." This sense of imprisonment and fear is further emphasized in lines like "life imprisonment climbing walls" and "scared to stand the fear unfolds." The singer finds solace in crying out on a "burning resurrected grave," seeking forgiveness and mercy that they may not believe they deserve.
The second verse continues to explore themes of darkness and redemption, with references to the "death of day birth of night" and "redemption blackened blood ignites." The demons within are portrayed as tormenting figures, while the plea for forgiveness and mercy persists. The mention of "darkened children bleed forgiveness" suggests that even in the midst of pain and suffering, there is a need for compassion and understanding.
Overall, "No Mercy" is a powerful and introspective song that delves into the depths of despair and the longing for forgiveness and release from one's own demons.
Line by Line Meaning
Needle tracks bled torn
The visible wounds from drug use are opening up and causing pain.
Picked up his guitar and sang this song
Finding solace and expressing emotions through the act of playing music.
Screaming hate has burned a hole in my bitter bleeding twisted soul
Constantly expressing anger has deeply affected and distorted my inner being.
I guess death makes angels of us all
Death can transform people into something greater or more noble.
Drowning in a tortured sea
Feeling overwhelmed and consumed by suffering.
Scars of innocence locked in poetry
The painful remnants of past innocence are hidden within poetic expressions.
Immortal isolation begging tears of purity, tears of purity
Being eternally lonely and seeking genuine emotions and purity through tears.
Life imprisonment climbing walls
Feeling trapped in a metaphorical prison and desperately trying to escape.
Scared to stand the fear unfolds
Being too terrified to face and confront one's fears, allowing them to worsen.
On a burning resurrected grave I cry
Crying while standing over a symbolic grave that has been revived in flames.
No mercy forgive me
Seeking forgiveness and understanding without any leniency or compassion.
Death of day birth of night
The end of daylight symbolizes the emergence of darkness or despair.
Redemption blackened blood ignites
Finding salvation or relief through the intense pain and suffering.
Tortured demons scream like god
The inner torment and anguish are so overwhelming that they seem god-like in their power.
Darkened children bleed forgiveness, forgiveness
Innocent individuals who have been affected by darkness and pain seek forgiveness and understanding.
Broken heart future black
The pain from a heartbreak has shattered any hope for a positive future.
Hells eternal fire screams like god
The unending agony and suffering feels as if it is being emitted by a divine force.
Pray for me forgive
Asking for prayers and forgiveness from others.
No mercy forgive me
Begging for forgiveness without any expectation of mercy.
Suicidal fate soulless pain
Feeling destined for self-destruction and experiencing unbearable emotional distress.
Eyes burned out then fade away
The intense pain and exhaustion cause one's spirit and vitality to gradually diminish.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sentric Music
Written by: Louise Distras, Stephen Whale
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