Love and South have been close friends since childhood and have played in bands that were often booked on the same bill. Both of them come from a mixed background; Love is of Iranian and Nigerian descent, and South is of Jamaican and Australian descent. (Georgia South's father, William South, is also a musician). They formed a band together in 2014 named BRAATS, releasing the song "Bad Bitches" under that name. Later that year they settled on the name Nova Twins, and released their first song "Bassline Bitch" under that name, in April 2015. That song attracted the attention of independent label Robotunes, which signed them and released their first self-titled EP in 2016.
After a show at French festival Rencontres Trans Musicales in December 2016, Nova Twins spent most of 2017 touring multiple countries and supported Prophets of Rage, after which Tom Morello named them "the best band you've never heard of". They have since supported Wolf Alice, Little Simz, Dream Wife, Black Honey, and Skunk Anansie. In 2017 they self-released the singles "Thelma & Louise" and "Mood Swings", and started their own custom clothing line called Bad Stitches.
In 2018, Nova Twins self-released the singles "Hit Girl" and "Lose Your Head". They continued to tour with shows in Europe and America, including an appearance at the Afropunk festival in Brooklyn. Towards the end of that year they started recording their debut album with producer Jim Abbiss. In 2019, they toured with Fever 333 and again Prophets of Rage. The singles "Devil's Face" and "Vortex" from their upcoming album were released with accompanying music videos. They also collaborated with several brands, including Dr Martens on a global campaign, contributing both music and visuals. It was revealed later in the year that they had been signed to Fever 333's label 333 Wreckords Crew.
Their debut album Who Are the Girls? was released on February 28, 2020.[ Who Are the Girls? received positive reviews at Kerrang!, Crash, and elsewhere. The band won Best U.K. Breakthrough Band in the 2020 Heavy Music Awards. Their second album Supernova was released on June 17, 2022. Supernova was shortlisted for the 2022 Mercury Prize.
Undertaker
NOVA TWINS Lyrics
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Tough skin with bones like paper
You think nothing will break ya
Your last words will not save ya
Skull collector
Forgive me yeah I can do so much better
I′m a victim of bad circumstances
'Cause I′m all out of chances
Run, run, run
The undertaker's coming,
Out for blood
They'll turn the lights out when they′re done, you′re done
Where's your saviour?
You sold your severed soul to the skull collector
Run, run, run
The undertaker′s coming
Out for blood
They'll turn the lights out when they′re done, you're done
Where′s your saviour?
You sold your severed soul to the skull collector
You wore their scars like armour
Each name scratched on your heart
But death believes in karma
Some things can't be undone
Skull collector
Forgive me yea I can do so much better
I'm a victim of bad circumstances
Can we make a deal?
′Coz I′m all out of chances
Run, run, run
The undertaker's coming, out for blood
They′ll turn the lights out when they're done, you′re done
Where's your saviour?
You sold your severed soul to the skull collector
Run, run, run
The undertaker′s coming, out for blood
They'll turn the lights out when they're done, you′re done
Where′s your saviour?
You sold your severed soul to the skull collector
Ah-a
It's not all in your head
There′s no afterlife, we just wind up dead
(Yeah)
(Yeah)
It's not all in your head
There′s no afterlife, we just wind up dead
(Yeah)
(Yeah)
(Yeah)
You are a trouble maker
Tough skin with bones like paper
You think nothing will break you
Your last words will not save you
Where is your saviour?
Run, run, run
The undertaker's coming, out for blood
They′ll turn the lights out when they're done, you're done
Where′s your saviour?
You sold your severed soul to the skull collector
The song Undertaker by NOVA TWINS is a powerful and intense track that speaks to the idea of karma and the inevitability of death. The lyrics start off addressing the listener as a "trouble maker" with "bones like paper" who thinks nothing can break them. The imagery used here highlights the fragility of life and sets the tone for the rest of the song.
The chorus talks about the inevitability and finality of death, with the undertaker coming to collect your soul. The idea of selling your soul to the skull collector brings up religious connotations, as well as the idea of making a deal with the devil. The repetition of "run, run, run" adds urgency to the song, highlighting the fear that death inspires in all of us.
The second verse brings up the idea of wearing scars like armor and the power of karma. The lines "forgive me yea I can do so much better / I'm a victim of bad circumstances" seem to speak to the idea of redemption, but the following line "can we make a deal? / 'cause I'm all out of chances" suggests that it may be too late. The song ends with a repetition of the opening lines, bringing the track full circle.
Overall, Undertaker is an intense and thought-provoking song that encourages the listener to reflect on the inevitability of death and the choices they make in life.
Line by Line Meaning
You are a trouble maker
You have a tendency to cause problems or difficulties for others.
Tough skin with bones like paper
You appear strong and resilient, but are actually fragile and easily damaged.
You think nothing will break ya
You believe yourself to be unbreakable or invincible.
Your last words will not save ya
Even if you have something important to say, it will not be able to save you from the consequences of your actions.
Skull collector
The one who collects the skulls of those who have met their demise.
Forgive me yeah I can do so much better
I apologize for my actions and acknowledge that I could have done better.
I′m a victim of bad circumstances
I have been subject to unfortunate circumstances, which have contributed to my current situation.
Can we make a deal
Is it possible for us to come to an agreement?
'Cause I′m all out of chances
I have exhausted all my opportunities or possibilities.
Run, run, run
The urgency to flee or escape from danger.
The undertaker's coming,
The individual responsible for collecting and burying the dead is approaching.
Out for blood
They are seeking to cause harm or injury.
They'll turn the lights out when they′re done, you′re done
After completing their task, they will leave you in darkness or dead.
Where's your saviour?
Where is the one who can save or protect you?
You sold your severed soul to the skull collector
You made a deal with death that has left you soulless and destined for the afterlife.
You wore their scars like armour
You carry the marks of those who have been hurt or wronged, as if they were your own protection or defense.
Each name scratched on your heart
You have been impacted deeply by those who have left their mark on you.
But death believes in karma
Death believes that every action has a consequence, and that one's past actions will catch up to them.
Some things can't be undone
It is impossible to go back and change the past or undo harm that has been caused.
Ah-a
A nonspecific exclamation, possibly used to express surprise or realization.
It's not all in your head
Reality and truth exist outside of one's own perception or imagination.
There's no afterlife, we just wind up dead
After death, there is no continued existence or place of existence, but rather an end to life.
Where is your saviour?
Where can you find safety or protection?
You sold your severed soul to the skull collector
You made a deal for your soul with death, and now are destined for whatever fate lies ahead.
Writer(s): Amy Love, Georgia South
Contributed by Alice J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Maeraish
They are criminally underrated!
Alejandro Jesus 李东旭 Velasquez Calle
Nop. They deserve it
ImNumber13
A FULL EP with both bands would be bliss! get on it!
Rhythian Morris
Best combination of sounds I’ve heard in a while, what a tune ✨💚
FEVER 333
Lets GOOOOO
The Irish Potato
Dababy car
tyler 275
I love you guys fever
LissaSimone
I'm obsessed with this song! I would not be surprised if this song ends up on my Top Song list on Spotify this year because I can't help but put this song on repeat. lol
Gabrielle P.
This is a REAL remix. Change the entire flow of the song and not just drop in a one verse. Criminally underrated
Mayela Nieto
LOVE BOTH BANDS SO MUCH😻🖤