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.
Tainted Love
My Ruin Lyrics
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I've got to get away
From the pain you drive into the heart of me
The love we share seems to go nowhere
And I've lost my light
For I toss and turn I can't sleep at night
Once I ran to you
This tainted love you've given
I give you all a girl could give you
Take my tears and that's not nearly all
Tainted love, tainted love
Now I know I've got to run away
I've got to get away
'Cause you don't need me anymore
For me to make things right
You need someone to hold you tight
And you'll think love is to pray
But I'm sorry I don't pray that way
Once I ran to you
Now I run from you
This tainted love you've given
I give you all a girl could give you
Take my tears and that's not nearly all
Tainted love, tainted love
Don't touch me, please, I cannot stand the way you tease
I love you though you hurt me so
Now it's time you pack your things and go
Tainted love, tainted love
Touch me, baby, tainted love
Don't touch me with your tainted love
Touch me, baby, tainted love
Don't touch me with your tainted love
Tainted love, tainted love
Tainted love, tainted love
Tainted love, tainted love
Tainted love
(Tainted, oh)
The lyrics to My Ruin's cover of Tainted Love express the pain and frustration of a once-loving relationship that has turned sour. The singer feels trapped by the love they once shared and the pain that it now causes them. The repetition of the phrase "tainted love" reinforces the idea that this relationship is no longer pure or healthy. The verses alternate between a desire to escape the relationship and a lamentation for what has been lost. The chorus repeats the phrase "once I ran to you, now I run from you" to emphasize the distance that has been created between the two people.
In the second verse, the singer acknowledges that they are not the right person to make the relationship work. They realize that their partner needs more than they can give and that they themselves cannot change who they are. The line "you'll think love is to pray, but I'm sorry I don't pray that way" suggests that the partner may have unrealistic or misguided ideas of what love should be. The bridge of the song implores the partner not to touch the singer, reinforcing the idea that they need to be apart.
The lyrics to My Ruin's cover of Tainted Love capture the ache and frustration of a relationship that has gone wrong. The repetition of the phrase "tainted love" underscores the idea that the love the two people once shared has become corrupted. The singer's lyrics convey a sense of trappedness and sadness, while also acknowledging that sometimes the best thing to do is to walk away.
Line by Line Meaning
Sometimes I feel I've got to run away
The pain and sorrow caused by this relationship is making it difficult for me to stay.
I've got to get away
The only option left to me is to escape from this unbearable situation.
From the pain you drive into the heart of me
The words and actions of my partner are causing immense emotional hurt which is hard to bear.
The love we share seems to go nowhere
Despite the romantic bonding between us, the love is going nowhere and feels aimless.
And I've lost my light
The relationship is no longer giving me the positive vibes it used to provide and now my spirits are low.
For I toss and turn I can't sleep at night
All the troubles I am facing in this relationship are affecting my sleep and mental peace.
Once I ran to you
I confided in you earlier and came to you for support.
Now I'll run from you
But nowadays, I am forced to distance myself from you to escape this pain and misery.
This tainted love you've given
This love feels corrupted and impure with all the negativity and hurt attached to it.
I give you all a girl could give you
Despite so much pain, I have given you everything that a girl could possibly offer in a relationship.
Take my tears and that's not nearly all
I have cried so much on this relationship, but my pain runs deeper than just my tears.
Now I know I've got to run away
I have finally realised that leaving this relationship is necessary for my mental health and well-being.
'Cause you don't need me anymore
This relationship has become one-sided as I have lost my importance in your life.
For me to make things right
I am useless in making any situation right between us.
You need someone to hold you tight
What you need right now is someone to console you and give comfort to you during tough times.
And you'll think love is to pray
You might believe that the answer to all your problems lies in prayer and devotion.
But I'm sorry I don't pray that way
Unfortunately, my belief system when it comes to love and relationships does not align with yours.
Don't touch me, please, I cannot stand the way you tease
I cannot handle your playful behaviour as it reminds me of the pain that you've caused me.
I love you though you hurt me so
Despite all the hurt and pain, I still love you and have strong feelings for you.
Now it's time you pack your things and go
It's time for you to leave this relationship and move on with your life separately from me.
Touch me, baby, tainted love
Despite the toxicity in our love, you are seeking physical intimacy from me.
Don't touch me with your tainted love
I cannot handle being touched by you with this impure and unsatisfying love in our relationship.
Tainted love
This love has been corrupted and contaminated with all the negativity attached to it.
Tainted love
The love between us carries an impure undertone that cannot be ignored.
Tainted love
The relationship is tainted and corrupted beyond repair.
(Tainted, oh)
The word 'tainted' keeps echoing in my mind and every aspect of our relationship.
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Written by: Edward Cobb
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