Mephisto Walz has an accomplished discography, having released several well respected full-length albums (most notably through Cleopatra Records).
The band's lineup (as stated on their myspace):
Barry Galvin: Vocals and Text, guitars, bass, drums, synth, assorted anything else's
Sara Reid: Vocals and Text
Myriam Galvin: Vocals and Text
Past members:
Christianna: Vocals and Text
Johnny Tyndal: Additional Text
Johanne Schuman: bass
Stevyn Grey: drums
William Faith: bass
David Glass: drums
Orlando: live guitar
Tony Havoc: drums
In 2002, The Fossil Dungeon was proud to release the limited edition signature CDR single entitled "Nightingale", showcasing the band's latest recording efforts. This new exclusive song (extended version), along with a new track entitled "Witches Gold," is available for the first time as a limited and luxorious gatefold 7inch EP and limited CD.
The "Nightingale" single exemplified that Mephisto Walz is still a very active band and that they remain one of the most appreciated artists within the gothic rock genre. The album, "Insidious" released in 2004 reinforces its presence as a leading ethereal rock ensemble.
March 2011: New album "IIIrd Incarnation" is out.
On this "3rd Incarnation" of Mephisto Walz , Barry added vocals to his repertoire, with Sara Reid collaborating on some tracks. The first reviews are very positive and this release is already identified as one of the best Mephisto Walz album.
www.mephistowalz.com
I Wanna Be Your Dog
Mephisto Walz Lyrics
Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴
In my room I want you here
Now we′re gonna be face-to-face
And I'll lay right down in my favorite place
And now I wanna be your dog
Now I wanna be your dog
Now I wanna be your dog
Now I'm ready to close my eyes
And now I'm ready to close my mind
And now I′m ready to feel your hand
And lose my heart on the burning sands
And now I wanna be your dog
And now I wenna be your dog
Now I wanna be your dog
Well c′mon
So messed up I want you here
In my room I want you here
Now we're gonna be face-to-face
And I′ll lay right down in my favorite place
And now I wanna be your dog
Now I wanna be your dog
Now I wanna be your dog
Well c'mon
The lyrics of Mephisto Walz's "I Wanna Be Your Dog" express a desire for submission and devotion. The singer speaks of being "messed up," desiring the presence of the person they address in their own space. They long for intimacy in their favorite place, willing to lose everything for the other's touch. The repeated phrases "Now I wanna be your dog" and "Well c'mon" indicate a sense of pleading or begging for this arrangement, while the line "And lose my heart on the burning sands" could be interpreted as both a reference to emotional surrender and physical desire.
The reference to being a dog is significant because it implies the desire to be led, controlled, and even objectified. Dogs are faithful and obedient creatures, and the song's protagonist wants to be the same for the person they address. The idea of losing oneself in the burning sands is also significant because it implies a sense of passion and surrender to something greater than oneself.
Overall, the song speaks of a deep desire for submission and devotion to another person, with the singer willing to do anything to please them.
Line by Line Meaning
So messed up I want you here
I am in emotional turmoil and desire your physical presence in my immediate vicinity.
In my room I want you here
Specifically, I desire your presence in the personal and private space that I inhabit.
Now we're gonna be face-to-face
Our bodies will be in close proximity and our physical forms will be aligned, with our faces in close proximity.
And I'll lay right down in my favorite place
I will assume a prone position in a location that brings me pleasure and comfort.
And now I wanna be your dog
I am willing to submit myself to you and assume a subservient role in our relationship.
Now I'm ready to close my eyes
I am prepared to trust you and relinquish control by closing my eyes.
And now I'm ready to close my mind
I am willing to suspend rational thought or resist the urge to overthink in order to fully surrender to the moment.
And now I′m ready to feel your hand
I am receptive to physical touch from you and crave the sensation of your hand on my body.
And lose my heart on the burning sands
I am willing to take a risk and expose myself emotionally, even if it leads to pain.
Well c'mon
An expression of eagerness and impatience for the desired interaction to occur.
Writer(s): David Alexander, Ronald Asheton, James Jr. Osterberg, Scott Asheton
Contributed by Aubrey A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.