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.
Diavolina
My Ruin Lyrics
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This is a mantra for someone else
This is a mantra so be warned
Hell hath no fury like a woman scorned.
Sweetly he smiles at me so bright he burns me
Tongue twisted sick with words she'll get what she deserves
She got what she deserved.
See me I look at you so deep that she feels me
Diavolina screams
Keep me so safe inside your sins
Our secret I watch you live your life in regret
You'll get what you deserve
Sleepy you close your eyes but you can't dream
You dirty girl so mean can't clean me I'll be your disease
Diavolina screams
And I swear sacred as this heart of mine strong
As the ties which bind us heavy as this cross which I forever bear
Eternity will be the hell we share and what you want
I don't care 'cause it doesn't concern me.
This is about what I need s
Oh believe as the needla goes in,
I'm creeping under your skin soak you in sickness and scent you in sin
So say you'll love her and I'll believe you
But if you can't then you only decieve you
I said I love you and I don't lie
Remember that next time you kiss me goodbye.
The lyrics to My Ruin's song Diavolina seem to be about a woman who has been scorned and seeks revenge against the person who wronged her. She describes herself as a disease that will infect and consume the person until they get what they deserve. The singer addresses someone who has been deceived by a girl's tricks and warns them that they will share eternal suffering if they do not love her. This song is particularly interesting in the way that the lyrics are layered with metaphor and imagery, creating a complex and emotionally charged story.
The opening line sets the tone for the rest of the song by stating that it is a mantra for herself and someone else. The singer seems to be repeating the lines to build herself up and prepare for her revenge. The line "Hell hath no fury like a woman scorned" is a well-known phrase that originated from William Congreve's play The Mourning Bride, and is often used to describe women who are angry when they have been wronged. In this context, it seems to be a warning to the person who has wronged the singer.
The line "I'll be your disease, Diavolina screams" is particularly striking, as it suggests that the singer sees herself as a sickness that will infect and consume the person who wronged her. The use of the name Diavolina, which means "little devil" in Italian, adds to the sense of menace and danger in the song. The final lines about "creeping under your skin soak you in sickness and scent you in sin" are particularly vivid and disturbing, creating a sense of horror and fascination in the listener.
Line by Line Meaning
This is a mantra for myself
I use these lyrics as a personal affirmation.
This is a mantra for someone else
These lyrics can also apply to someone else's situation.
This is a mantra so be warned
These lyrics hold a warning message.
Hell hath no fury like a woman scorned.
A woman who has been treated poorly can be very dangerous.
Sweetly he smiles at me so bright he burns me
His charming façade hurts me deeply.
Tongue twisted sick with words she'll get what she deserves
She'll get her comeuppance for her harmful words.
She got what she deserved.
She suffered the consequences of her actions.
See me I look at you so deep that she feels me
I gaze at you with intense emotions that she can sense.
Girl tricks made you believe but she steels me I will be her disease
She manipulated you, but now I'm here to cause harm to her.
Diavolina screams
Diavolina, a demonic figure, represents the chaos and destruction caused by revenge.
Keep me so safe inside your sins
Let me be with you even in your darkest moments.
Our secret I watch you live your life in regret
I know your hidden shame and see how it affects your life.
Sleepy you close your eyes but you can't dream
You're haunted by the guilt and regret of your past.
You dirty girl so mean can't clean me I'll be your disease
You may have bad intentions, but I'll infiltrate and harm you.
And I swear sacred as this heart of mine strong
I'm making a serious and heartfelt promise.
As the ties which bind us heavy as this cross which I forever bear
Our connection is strong and enduring, even if it's painful.
Eternity will be the hell we share and what you want
We will suffer together forever, and I don't care what you hope for.
I don't care 'cause it doesn't concern me.
Your desires are irrelevant to me.
This is about what I need
My own desires and motivations are the focus.
Oh believe as the needle goes in,
Believe my words as they pierce you like a needle.
I'm creeping under your skin soak you in sickness and scent you in sin
I'm seducing you with my corrupting influence.
So say you'll love her and I'll believe you
If you can sincerely say you love her, I'll trust you.
But if you can't then you only deceive you
Lying to yourself will only lead to further deceit.
I said I love you and I don't lie
When I say I love you, it's the truth.
Remember that next time you kiss me goodbye.
Don't forget my love when we part ways.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: BRIAN NEAL SCHWAGER, TAIRRIE BETH
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