Full Wikipedia article: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Monster_Magnet
Studio albums
Spine of God (1991)
Superjudge (1993)
Dopes to Infinity (1995)
Powertrip (1998)
God Says No (2001)
Monolithic Baby! (2004)
4-Way Diablo (2007)
Mastermind (2010)
Last Patrol (2013)
Mindfucker (2018)
A Better Dystopia (2021)
VERTIGO
Monster Magnet Lyrics
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And we can screw in lava 'till the gods lick at our heels
We were born in oil a million years ago
And we can push the buttons of the come that makes us go
Makes us go, makes us go, makes us go
When I spoke with Saturn, he told me I was gone
But I can't lick eruption when my pulls tells me it's strong
He whispers on your mind in sleeps and tucks you into bed
In your bed, in your bed, in your bed
I can smell invasion, red excited mind
I can see a general dropping into flaming pines
We just plugged forever, we just saved the day
Kiss your little self for me, everything's OK
It's OK, it's OK, it's OK
Ah
It's OK, it's OK, it's OK
The lyrics of Monster Magnet's song Vertigo are in a psychedelic and trippy style. The song suggests that the two people involved can have their own reality and their own desires for what they want in life. The line "I can have my cherries and you can have your real" implies that they can have their own dreams, fantasy or illusion, and still be in love with one another. The lines "And we can screw in lava 'till the gods lick at our heels" connects to the intensity of their passion, and how they can reach higher ground. It's almost as if they are unstoppable and have a world of their own.
Moreover, the lines "We were born in oil a million years ago, and we can push the buttons of the come that makes us go" suggests that they have been together since the beginning of time, and they can ignite and control their own destiny. The reference to oil may also mean that they are not necessarily human but could be describing something inorganic. The second verse connects to the idea of Vertigo and feeling out of control, with lines like "When I spoke with Saturn, he told me I was gone" which suggests the idea of losing touch with reality. The reference to a tiny monkey living inside his head represents the voice of reason that calms him down in his dreams.
Overall, the song suggests a wild ride where anything is possible, and the two involved can conquer anything as long as they have each other. It's almost as if they are in their own world and nothing can break their bond.
Line by Line Meaning
I can have my cherries and you can have you real
We can each have our own fantasies and realities without interfering with one another.
And we can screw in lava 'till the gods lick at our heels
We can indulge in risky, dangerous activities that will make us feel alive and powerful.
We were born in oil a million years ago
We come from an ancient, primal force - the earth's natural resources.
And we can push the buttons of the come that makes us go
We control the energy that drives us forward and motivates us.
When I spoke with Saturn, he told me I was gone
I had a spiritual experience where I felt disconnected from reality.
But I can't lick eruption when my pulls tells me it's strong
I can't resist following my impulses and passions, even if they're destructive.
There's a tiny little monkey, he lives inside my head
I have a mischievous, impulsive side to my personality that I can't control.
He whispers on your mind in sleeps and tucks you into bed
This monkey-like voice influences dreams and sleep, affecting people even in their most vulnerable moments.
I can smell invasion, red excited mind
I'm on high alert and ready to take action to defend myself or attack others.
I can see a general dropping into flaming pines
I have a vivid and violent imagination, seeing scenarios of war and destruction in my mind's eye.
We just plugged forever, we just saved the day
We found a way to sustain our energy and drive, overcoming obstacles to achieve success.
Kiss your little self for me, everything's OK
Acknowledge and take pride in your inner child and don't worry - everything is going to be alright.
It's OK, it's OK, it's OK
Reassurance that everything is going to be alright and to trust in the process.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC
Written by: DAVID WYNDORF
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