NME has called Monsters Are Waiting "majestic, Metric-style haunt-rock – monster munching our stereo in the process," and the combination of Annalee Fery's ( now in Lonely Trees ) innocent, floaty voice and Andrew Clark's jangly guitar licks has been called "haunting and authentic" by All Music Guide and "elegant without being polished" by LA Weekly. Monsters Are Waiting is expressive without being idiosyncratic, atmospheric, airy, and ambient, blending indie pop with elements of shoegaze and a little bit of a new wave sound.
Members
Current:
･Annalee Fery - vocals, keyboard( now in Lonely Trees )
･Andrew Clark - bass, guitar
Former:
･Eric Gardner - drums
･Jonathan Siebels - guitar, bass
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Fascination
Monsters Are Waiting Lyrics
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But you don't even fight it
And it's everything around
But you can't even breath
[It's wicked x3]
We wait all day for fascination
[It's wicked x3]
[It's wicked x3]
Can you imagine
Can you make your bed, baby
When you wait all day for fascination
Can you imagine
Can you make your bed, baby
When you wait all day for fascination
Can you say....
Ahhhh x7
We wait all day for fascination
You can call on me as if I was your one
Can you imagine
Can you make your bed, baby
When you wait all day for fascination
Can you say....
Ahhhh x8
It's not your fault
Can you fake it x2
Ahhh
It's not your fault
Can you fake it x2
Ahhh
[Ahhhh x8] x3
The lyrics to Monsters Are Waiting's song "Fascination" seems to be about the allure of something wicked or dangerous that people can't resist. The first few lines set the tone by speaking about how tonight is wicked and how the subject of the song doesn't even fight it. This implies that they are drawn to the wickedness, and it surrounds them so much that they can't even breathe. The chorus repeats the phrase "We wait all day for fascination" several times, indicating how intense their desire for this wickedness is. They can't even make their bed or focus on anything else because they are so drawn to the fascination.
The second verse implies that the fascination is something that the subject can call on others for, almost like a drug they can't resist. When they wait all day for the fascination, nothing else matters. The last few lines state that it's not their fault that they are drawn to this fascination, and they are almost faking it. This could indicate that they know they shouldn't be drawn to the wickedness, but they can't help themselves.
Line by Line Meaning
Tonight's wicked
The present moment is exciting and dangerous.
But you don't even fight it
You are not resisting the temptations or thrills of the night.
And it's everything around
The exciting atmosphere is all-encompassing and surrounds you.
But you can't even breath
You are so consumed by the moment that you struggle to catch your breath.
We wait all day for fascination
We spend all day anticipating the excitement and intrigue of the night.
Can you imagine
Can you picture the anticipation and excitement of waiting for the night?
Can you make your bed, baby
Can you maintain your composure and routine during the day despite your excitement for the night?
When you wait all day for fascination
When you are eagerly awaiting the excitement and intrigue of the night.
Can you say.... Ahhhh x7
Can you express the thrill and excitement you feel with a vocalization?
You can call on me as if I was your one
You can rely on me as your supporter or partner in your pursuit of fascination.
It's not your fault
You cannot be blamed for succumbing to the allure of the night.
Can you fake it x2
Can you pretend to be unaffected by the thrill and excitement of the night despite your genuine interest?
Ahhh
An exclamation expressing excitement, satisfaction or relief.
Contributed by Charlie O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@ThatCaliCrys
2021 and I'm still here. I still tell everyone to listen to this album. Went to every LA show. That time in my life was so e of the best. So glad my uncle introduced me to MAW when I was a teenager. Thank You. Music still hits!
@ericarivera5292
Omg glad I'm here I loved this band, still do!!!!
@RtheTerrible
The empire never ended.
@Lunatic4Bizcas
Nice song and beautiful mod 'guhl' vocalist. First time hearing this band, and I'm quite impressed.
@pshimaditz
Love this videoooo. The singer pulls off that look very nicely. She reminds me of my Aunt Liz, when she was younger.
@blisterbabe7373
your bassist is really fantastic!!!
@philmonroe
They still aren't getting enough love in my opinion :(
@lothodbeast
this is their best video in my opinion...
@vanitybenevolent
Who else is still listening in 2022? 🙌
@thebarbaryghostsf
So Altered Images. Especially the synth melodies, and her yelping vocals.