They have released several of their records via their own imprint, Rovena Recordings and have also been signed to Snapper, Spitfire, Century Media, Undergroove Records, Rovena Recordings and Tiefdruck Musik.
Releases:
Speak & Destroy (1999, UK release; 2000, US release) (Spitfire/Snapper)
A Prayer Under Pressure Of Violent Anguish (2000) (Spitfire/Snapper)
To Britain With Love... and Bruises (2001; only released in the UK) (Live) (Snapper)
The Shape Of Things To Come (2003) (Century Media)
The Horror Of Beauty (2003) (Century Media)
The Brutal Language (2005) (Rovena/Undergroove)
Throat Full Of Heart (2008) (Rovena/Undergroove)
Alive On The Other Side (2008) (Rovena/Cargo)
Ghosts and Good Stories (2010) (Tiefdruck)
A Southern Revelation (2011)
The Sacred Mood (2013)
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Former Members:
Chris Lisee - Bass (2005-2009)
JD - Drums (2008-2009)
Marcelo Palomino - Drums (2008)
Matt Lechevalier - Drums (2005-2007)
Yael - Drums (2000-2005)
Jason Brunk - Bass (2005)
Jonny Chow - Bass (2004-2005)
Meghan Mattox - Bass (1999-2004)
Melanie Makaiwi - Guitar & Bass (on Speak & Destroy)
They have a dedicated fanbase, most notably in the UK. Their sound consists of passionate and angry vocals set against heavy metal riffs and beats. Vocalist Tairrie B and Mick Murphy began a side project known as The Lvrs. Mick Murphy has another side project known as Neanderthal.
Cosmetic
My Ruin Lyrics
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here I sit, trying not to fake this gift of beauty myth
I can't help but feel like this
bored of the beauty whore
'cause my body just wants more scars
and I can feel them wounds
I can't heal them
red bring my mouth to life
make-up always helps me hide
what I don't like on the outside
Starlight, starbright first star I see tonight
I wish I may, I wish I might have the wish
I wish tonight the birthday girl
a broken heart you name the drama
she played the part long lost demons leave her godless
like her powder leaves her flawless
sugar coated heart shaped pout lipstick
just distorts her mouth
mascara puts her eyes asleep
cause beauty is only skin deep
Starlight, starbright first star I see tonight
I wish I may, I wish I might have the wish
I wish tonight
Bitch do jour served on a platter
she's so pretty but does it matter
beauty is in the eye of the beholder
but nobody told her
mirror mirror on the wall
watch her break and watch her fall
stitch her smile bruise her knees
walk among the enemies
Starlight, starbright first star I see tonight
I wish I may, I wish I might have the wish
I wish tonight
blest am I among women
to live and love in such a beautiful temple
blest am I among women.
The song "Cosmetic" by My Ruin explores the themes of societal pressure, beauty standards, and superficiality. The opening line, "Elegantly wasted and I can taste it," sets the tone for the song, highlighting the idea of living a life that is aesthetically pleasing but empty, devoid of any real substance. The singer is acutely aware of the "gift of beauty myth" and the pressure to conform to it. However, she resists this and asserts that her body wants more scars, indicating a desire to embrace imperfections rather than hide them.
The chorus of the song references the popular nursery rhyme, "Starlight, starbright," which adds to the irony and theme of superficiality. The singer wishes to be free of the expectations and pressures of beauty standards, to be able to live authentically without succumbing to societal expectations. The second verse refers to the "birthday girl," who is only concerned with putting up appearances and remaining flawless instead of dealing with the real issues affecting her. The line "like her powder leaves her flawless" highlights the superficiality of her existence.
The final verse of the song mentions the "mirror on the wall," a reference to Snow White, who was obsessed with her looks and beauty. It further emphasizes the idea that society puts too much emphasis on external appearances, leading to a broken and flawed existence. The repeated line, "blest am I among women," is an ironic and sarcastic jab at societal pressure and how it affects women.
Overall, "Cosmetic" is a powerful song that addresses pertinent issues of beauty standards and the facade of perfection that society expects. It encourages the listener to embrace imperfection and to live life authentically, without the pressure to conform to societal standards.
Line by Line Meaning
Elegantly wasted and I can taste it
I'm living recklessly and enjoying it
here I sit, trying not to fake this gift of beauty myth
I'm struggling to accept societal beauty standards
I can't help but feel like this
I have a strong urge to rebel against beauty norms
bored of the beauty whore
I'm no longer interested in following the crowd
'cause my body just wants more scars
My body is craving something more intense and raw
and I can feel them wounds
I'm aware of the emotional pain that I'm inflicting on myself
I can't heal them
I'm trapped in a cycle of self-destruction that I can't break out of
red bring my mouth to life
I use bold lipstick to feel more confident
black revive my hair that's dyed
I dye my hair black to stand out and feel unique
make-up always helps me hide
I use makeup to conceal my insecurities
what I don't like on the outside
I use makeup to cover up what I don't like about my appearance
Starlight, starbright first star I see tonight
I'm making a wish upon a star
I wish I may, I wish I might have the wish
I'm hoping that my wish will come true
I wish tonight the birthday girl
I'm wishing for something for someone else
a broken heart you name the drama
I'm dealing with emotional pain
she played the part long lost demons leave her godless
I'm struggling with my faith and spirituality
like her powder leaves her flawless
I'm using makeup to cover up my flaws
sugar coated heart shaped pout lipstick
I'm trying to look cute and sweet with my makeup
just distorts her mouth
The lipstick is making my mouth look unnatural
mascara puts her eyes asleep
I'm using mascara to make my eyes look tired or disinterested
cause beauty is only skin deep
I'm recognizing that true beauty comes from within
Bitch do jour served on a platter
I'm tired of seeing women judged and objectified
she's so pretty but does it matter
I'm questioning the importance placed on physical appearance
beauty is in the eye of the beholder
I believe that beauty is subjective
but nobody told her
The woman being judged wasn't taught this
mirror mirror on the wall
I'm looking at myself critically
watch her break and watch her fall
I'm struggling and others are observing my downfall
stitch her smile bruise her knees
I'm hurting and trying to cover it up
walk among the enemies
I feel like I'm surrounded by people who don't understand me
blest am I among women
I'm grateful to be a part of this sisterhood
to live and love in such a beautiful temple
I feel privileged to inhabit my own body
blest am I among women.
I'm fortunate to be a woman, despite the hardships that come with it
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: MELANIE MAKAIWI, TAIRRIE BETH
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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this girl is fucking awesome love all her bands
Martinna Bellmonts
This amazing gothic song is so sexy and very refreshing in a dark way 🖤🖤🖤 and dark beauty rocks🤘🤘🤘👁👁👁.
Martinna Bellmonts
Lovers I used to be a blonde pink loving fashionable princess 👑👑👑💎💎💎in white and a preppy popular girl liked by everyone😇😇😇 and I always wore pink and did what I was told and believed everything was right and everyone was nice and I was a nice fool until life knocked me hard onto my back so now I wear black and I'am a sexy dark rebellious redheaded gothic queen💀💀💀👾👾👾 😈😈😈who wears colorful corsets and black vynle boots to look the part of a cybergoth succubus in tight clothing who knows the truth about people and life Signed By:Marina Orange.
Michelle Lynn
<3 xo