The name Musidora derives from the stage name of French actress, Jeanne Roques who starred in several silent films during the early twentieth century and took on a vamp persona. Musidora Vampires draws influence from isolation within a shadow society and the effects of fear on a generation’s uncertain future.
BAND MEMBERS
Kevin Kelly
Active: 2013–present
Instruments: all instruments & voice
Wasp
Musidora Vampires Lyrics
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I know you're reaching out
This stain is human blood and it won't come out
You're like a wretched disease
You'll give it all up to me
Now that your world is cold you live in shadow
Give me what I need
You cheated everyone out of an execution
Give me what I need
I'd like to see you bleed
You cheated everyone out of an execution
The motive's always the same
A motive only the same
You're standing hypnotized at the gallows
And when you come undone
You're gonna bleed my love
You're gonna bleed my love into tomorrow
Give me what I need
Give me what I need
You cheated everyone out of an execution
Give me what I need
I'd like to see you bleed
You cheated everyone out of an execution
Give me what I need
Give me what I need
You cheated everyone out of an execution
Give me what I need
I'd like to see you bleed
You cheated everyone out of an execution
The lyrics of Musidora Vampires' "Wasp" describe a desire for revenge and justice towards someone who has wronged the singer and others. The repeated phrase "give me what I need" expresses a hunger for recompense and a desire to see the perpetrator pay for their crimes, which are described as being so severe that they have deprived others of justice.
The metaphor of the "wretched disease" highlights the toxic nature of the individual being addressed and the harm they have caused. The description of them living in shadow and their world being cold suggests that they are now outcast and isolated, perhaps as a result of their actions.
The use of the image of an execution reinforces the idea of justice being served and the need for the perpetrator to face the consequences of their actions. The repeated plea for them to bleed reflects the singer's desire for catharsis and a sense of closure.
Overall, the lyrics of "Wasp" convey a sense of anger and frustration towards those who have caused harm and injustice, and a desire for them to face the consequences of their actions.
Line by Line Meaning
I know you're reaching out
You are trying to connect with me
This stain is human blood and it won't come out
Your actions have caused permanent damage and cannot be undone
You're like a wretched disease
Your presence spreads negativity and harm
You'll give it all up to me
You will surrender to me and my desires
Now that your world is cold you live in shadow
After experiencing hardship, you live in darkness and seclusion
You cheated everyone out of an execution
You have avoided punishment for your wrongdoings, depriving others of justice
The motive's always the same
Your intentions are consistently unchanged
You're standing hypnotized at the gallows
You are transfixed by the prospect of danger and punishment
And when you come undone
When you fall apart emotionally or mentally
You're gonna bleed my love
You will suffer the consequences of my affection
Give me what I need
Satisfy my desires
I'd like to see you bleed
I want to witness you suffer
You cheated everyone out of an execution
You have avoided punishment for your wrongdoings, depriving others of justice
Give me what I need
Satisfy my desires
You cheated everyone out of an execution
You have avoided punishment for your wrongdoings, depriving others of justice
Give me what I need
Satisfy my desires
I'd like to see you bleed
I want to witness you suffer
You cheated everyone out of an execution
You have avoided punishment for your wrongdoings, depriving others of justice
Contributed by Elizabeth L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.