Their debut album, The Dust of Retreat came out in 2006. At this time, the band was signed to Artemis Records and had 8 members. In 2008 the band signed to Epic Records and (on 7 October) released two new albums, Animal! and Not Animal. The band originally planned to just release "Animal!". However, Epic disagreed on their song choice, and compiled a different list, which would later become "Not Animal". Eventually, after dispute over which version would be released, it was decided to release both at the same time.
In August 2009, 5 of the band's members left. They are all involved in other projects, most notably Pravada.
While the band, and Richard specifically have given many explanations to the band's name; this is all in fun. As the name was created as an anti-name; not meant to have any real meaning, just to make fun of other ridiculous names. The name "Margot" comes from Gweneth Paltrow's character in Wes Anderson's "The Royal Tenenbaums".
The band's sound, categorized as "chamber pop", has been compared to the indie rock groups Arcade Fire, The Decemberists, and The Shins, while incorporating elements of singer/songwriters like Paul Simon and Conor Oberst.
Current Members are:
Richard Edwards - lead vocals, guitar, bells, melodica, banjo
Ronnie Kwasman - lead guitar
Tyler Watkins - bass guitar
Brian Deck - drums
Eric Kang - guitar
Cameron McGill
Former Members include:
Emily Watkins - keys, backup vocals
Andy Fry - guitar, bass, lap steel, percussion
Jesse Lee - cello
Casey Tennis - percussion
Chris Fry - drums, percussion
Hello Vagina
Margot & the Nuclear So and So's Lyrics
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Tv screens
I am your mother,
Amy
This is the end of bollywood
I am your right hand,
I am your best man
I am
Mysterious bruises,
Whiskey smile
I am your monkey
Stay awhile
I am reborn, your favorite son
I am reborn hard
Blown through your backyard
I am
I am the way to heavens gate
So pour me a drink, fore we fly away
The song "Hello Vagina" by Margot & the Nuclear So and So's is a unique combination of words that seems to describe a deep sense of affection and ownership over someone, possibly a lover or a friend. The opening line "Coke bottle glasses, TV screens, I am your mother, Amy" seems to suggest that the singer is a dominant figure in Amy's life or a parental figure to her.
The next two lines, "This is the end of Bollywood, I am your right hand, I am your best man, I am" is highly cryptic, yet invigorating. It could mean the end of a metaphorical journey or signify the end of something great. The singer then reaffirms his place as he describes himself as a 'best man' and a 'right hand,' thus implying his importance in Amy's life.
The following line talks about 'mysterious bruises' and a 'whiskey smile' that the singer is trying to decipher. It is almost as if the subject is withholding something from the singer that they are yet to interpret or understand. The line "I am your monkey, stay awhile" could mean that the singer is willing to play the monkey for Amy or that he is willing to do anything for her, maybe even entertain her.
The refrain "I am reborn, your favourite son, I am reborn hard, blown through your backyard, I am" seems to denote the singer's transformation, a kind of rebirth of sorts, once again emphasizing his importance and attachment to Amy. The line about "heaven's gate" could either be a literal reference or a metaphorical one. It could be interpreted as a dream of a brighter future or a desire to escape the present.
Line by Line Meaning
Coke bottle glasses
I am short-sighted and I need corrective lenses to see clearly.
Tv screens
I spend a lot of time watching TV and being exposed to media.
I am your mother,
I am nurturing and caring towards you like a mother would be.
Amy
This could be a reference to someone's name or it could just be a word that fits well in the lyrics.
This is the end of bollywood
The end of something big and culturally significant.
I am your right hand,
I am very close to you and always there to help.
I am your best man
I am your closest friend or ally.
I am
A repeated phrase that could symbolize self-assurance or an attempt to assert dominance.
Mysterious bruises,
Physical marks on the skin that are unexplained or hard to account for.
Whiskey smile
A grin or smirk that has been influenced by alcohol consumption.
I am your monkey
I am loyal and obedient to you, like a pet or trained animal.
Stay awhile
Please take some time to spend with me and stay around for a while.
I am reborn, your favorite son
I have experienced a spiritual or emotional rebirth and I am now better than ever.
I am reborn hard
Not only have I been reborn, but I have also become stronger and harder.
Blown through your backyard
I have passed through your life in a powerful and significant way.
I am
A repeated phrase that could symbolize self-assurance or an attempt to assert dominance.
I am the way to heavens gate
I am someone who can lead you to something greater or more spiritual.
So pour me a drink, fore we fly away
Let's share a drink together before we embark on a journey or leave this place.
Contributed by Molly H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.