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.
Letter to the Editor
My Ruin Lyrics
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You believe everything you read
You believe everything you read
I can't believe what the fuck I read
Scream, things that I believe
Friends became my enemies
Think before you speak
Don't think you know me
My heart is an empty hole
Hands want to wrap around your throat
Legs bruise everywhere you walk
Mouth spits all the shit you talk
So keep talking
Keep talking
Keep talking
Fight, i say what's on my mind
Lies, words you hide behind
Be careful what you say
Stay, stay the fuck away
My heart is an empty hole
Hands want to wrap around your throat
Legs bruise everywhere you walk
Mouth spits all the shit you talk
My heart is an empty hole
Hands want to wrap around your throat
Legs bruise everywhere you walk
Mouth spits all the shit you talk
Keep talking...
[repeat chorus twice]
In a world of lies
I find myself advised
To just pretend I'm nice
And not to say what's on my mind
But in a world of shit
I think you're just a bitch
Who couldn't fuck or suck my dick
Cause I'm a chick
Don't even think I give a damn
I say these things because I can...
Honesty is the holiest disease
Honesty
Honesty
Honesty
Honesty
The My Ruin song "Letter to the Editor" is a hard-hitting track that takes aim at those who blindly believe everything they read or hear. The repeated line "You believe everything you read" underscores the frustration with people who don't think for themselves and instead rely on the words of others. The vocalist expresses her anger towards someone who has wronged her and speaks to the hurtful impact of words on her physical and emotional state. Imagery such as hands wanting to wrap around someone's throat and legs bruising everywhere they walk create a vivid picture of the pain caused by toxic words. The chorus of "keep talking" can be seen as a challenge to the person to continue speaking their lies and hate, suggesting that the vocalist will not be silenced.
The song is a call for honesty and authenticity in a world full of lies and deceit. Despite advice to "just pretend I'm nice", the vocalist refuses to hold back her true feelings and calls out those who hide behind words that aren't their own. The repeated use of the word "honesty" at the end of the song emphasizes the importance of speaking truthfully, even when it may be difficult or uncomfortable.
Line by Line Meaning
You believe everything you read
You accept all written content as absolute truth without questioning.
You believe everything you read
You accept all written content as absolute truth without questioning.
You believe everything you read
You accept all written content as absolute truth without questioning.
I can't believe what the fuck I read
I find it difficult to trust what I read due to misinformation or misrepresentation.
Scream, things that I believe
I express my beliefs passionately and loudly.
Friends became my enemies
People I once called friends have betrayed me and turned against me.
Think before you speak
Ponder and analyze what you want to say before you vocalize it.
Don't think you know me
I am complex and deep enough to be truly understood by anyone.
My heart is an empty hole
I feel hollow and empty inside.
Hands want to wrap around your throat
I feel violent tendencies towards you and want to physically hurt you.
Legs bruise everywhere you walk
Your presence and actions lead to my physical pain.
Mouth spits all the shit you talk
I speak insults and vulgarity in response to your negative words and actions.
Keep talking
Continue saying negative things, as it only makes me stronger and more resolute.
Keep talking
Continue saying negative things, as it only makes me stronger and more resolute.
Keep talking
Continue saying negative things, as it only makes me stronger and more resolute.
Fight, i say what's on my mind
I am not afraid to vocalize my thoughts and fight for them.
Lies, words you hide behind
You use falsehoods to avoid confronting the truth and justify your actions.
Be careful what you say
Be mindful of your words and actions, as they have consequences.
Stay, stay the fuck away
I want you to keep your distance from me and avoid any interaction.
My heart is an empty hole
I feel empty and devoid of emotion.
Hands want to wrap around your throat
I feel violent tendencies towards you and want to physically hurt you.
Legs bruise everywhere you walk
Your presence and actions lead to my physical pain.
Mouth spits all the shit you talk
I speak insults and vulgarity in response to your negative words and actions.
My heart is an empty hole
I feel empty and devoid of emotion.
Hands want to wrap around your throat
I feel violent tendencies towards you and want to physically hurt you.
Legs bruise everywhere you walk
Your presence and actions lead to my physical pain.
Mouth spits all the shit you talk
I speak insults and vulgarity in response to your negative words and actions.
Keep talking...
Keep saying negative things, as it only makes me stronger and more resolute.
[repeat chorus twice]
Repeat the chorus twice to reinforce the themes of the song.
In a world of lies
In a society full of deceit and dishonesty.
I find myself advised
I am encouraged by others to adopt a certain behavior or way of thinking.
To just pretend I'm nice
To act friendly and courteous to others, even if I don't feel that way.
And not to say what's on my mind
To suppress my true thoughts and emotions, for fear of judgment or reprisal.
But in a world of shit
In a society full of unpleasant, disagreeable people and circumstances.
I think you're just a bitch
I believe you are unlikable and unpleasant, with negative character traits.
Who couldn't fuck or suck my dick
You lack the sexual appeal to attract me in that manner.
Cause I'm a chick
Because I am a female, and there is no attraction or compatibility between us.
Don't even think I give a damn
I don't care about your opinions or thoughts on the matter.
I say these things because I can...
I voice these opinions because I have the freedom to do so, and it's my right to speak my mind.
Honesty is the holiest disease
Being truthful and frank can often be dangerous and harmful to oneself and others.
Honesty
The quality of being transparent and truthful.
Honesty
The quality of being transparent and truthful.
Honesty
The quality of being transparent and truthful.
Honesty
The quality of being transparent and truthful.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: MICK MURPHY, TAIRRIE BETH
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