After releasing their debut EP, ChooseYourWordsPoorly, on their own in early 2006 and establishing themselves as a popular draw on the local concert scene thanks in large part to Volkman's uninhibited and minimally clothed on-stage performance style, Nico Vega signed with MySpace Records, the new recording arm of the popular social networking site, for their second EP, 2007's No Child Left Behind. Their first full-length self titled debut album was released in February of 2009. It featured three songs produced by Linda Perry -- So So Fresh, Wooden Dolls and Gravity - while the rest were produced by Tim Edgar. The album was mixed by Tchad Blake. The band's popularity soared when they performed three songs on Last Call with Carson Daly in 2009.
Nico Vega toured actively in 2009 supporting their first album with acts such as former Bush singer Gavin Rossdale, Semi Precious Weapons, Neon Trees, Manic Street Preachers, and Shiny Toy Guns. In 2010 they toured with The Soundtrack of Our Lives, Metric, Sweethead, Saint Motel, and Imagine Dragons. In 2011 they toured with She Wants Revenge and Blondie. In 2012 they toured with Neon Trees.
The song "Beast" off Nico Vega's first self titled album was featured in a trailer for the video game Bioshock Infinite in October of 2012 creating a renewed interest in the track.
The band's sophomore album, titled We Are The Art, will be out in April of 2013 on Five Seven Music. We Are The Art was recorded in studios around Los Angeles as well as at Sonic Ranch Studios in Texas. It showcases the band's trademark blues-laden guitar rock, with soaring synths thrown in for good measure.
At the end of October 2012, Nico Vega debuted a video of the title track, We Are the Art, on Vice.com. It was written and directed by Daniel Epand, the band's drummer.
Lightning
Nico Vega Lyrics
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My body changes in your presence
Like some electric charge
Unbound in static on the pavement.
I've been wasted by tasmanian devils that tore right through me.
I've been dead like a dried up desert of thorns, that dig into me.
When your body is next to mine like it has been before
Our pheromones fight it out and no one is keeping score.
Kiss me baby like you mean it.
Electri-fy me like lightnin' lightnin' striking.
Kiss me baby like you mean it.
Electri-fy me like lightnin' lightnin' striking.
Oh, what will it take? For me to have you, where I want you.
Like so, on a bed of faith and we will manage like we have to.
I've been lost in a backwood forrest of failures and plastic money.
I've been awake in a dream-like state of a coma until you show me.
Kiss me baby like you mean it.
Electri-fy me like lightnin' lightnin' striking.
Kiss me baby like you mean it.
Electri-fy me like lightnin' lightnin' striking.
Uh-oh uh-oh
Uh-oh uh-oh
Ooh
Uh-oh uh-oh
Baby
Uh-oh uh-oh
Ooh
Uh-oh uh-oh
Baby
Uh-oh uh-oh
Ooh
Uh-oh uh-oh
Baby
Kiss me baby like you mean it.
Electri-fy me like lightnin' lightnin' striking.
Kiss me baby like you mean it.
Electri-fy me like lightnin' lightnin' striking.
Kiss me baby like you mean it.
Electri-fy me like lightnin' lightnin' striking.
Kiss me baby like you mean it.
Electri-fy me like lightnin' lightnin' striking.
The lyrics of Nico Vega's "Lightning" describe the raw, electrifying power of physical and emotional attraction. The singer is completely consumed by their desire for the other person, and their body responds uncontrollably to their presence. The use of electrical imagery throughout the song emphasizes the intense energy that exists between the two people – it's as if they're creating a thunderstorm just by being near each other. The chorus of the song, with its repeated call to "kiss me baby like you mean it" and "electrify me like lightning striking," is a passionate plea for the other person to give into their mutual attraction and embrace the full power of their passion.
The verses explore the emotional depth and complexity of the relationship. The singer has been through periods of intense pain and struggle, feeling like they've been "wasted by Tasmanian devils" or "dead like a dried up desert of thorns." But when they're with this other person, they feel alive and electric, as if their bodies are engaging in a primal dance that nobody is keeping score of. The singer longs for a deeper connection with this person, expressing a yearning to have them "where I want you, like so, on a bed of faith." The use of the phrase "bed of faith" is particularly striking, as it suggests a profound level of trust and intimacy between the two people.
Overall, "Lightning" is an intense and passionate song that reflects the power of attraction and desire.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh, what have you done?
The singer is questioning the actions of the person who has caused changes in their body.
My body changes in your presence
The singer's physical body reacts to the person's presence.
Like some electric charge
The way the singer's body changes is similar to an electric charge.
Unbound in static on the pavement
The artist's body feels like it's full of static electricity or energy that can't be contained.
I’ve been wasted by tasmanian devils that tore right through me.
The artist has been emotionally and physically drained by previous experiences that have hurt them deeply.
I’ve been dead like a dried up desert of thorns, that dig into me.
The singer has felt empty and alone, as if trapped in a desert with nothing but pain and suffering around them.
When your body is next to mine like it has been before
The singer has had previous experiences with this person where their bodies have been close.
Our pheromones fight it out and no one is keeping score.
The chemical signals from each person's body are interacting and creating a reaction that feels intense and passionate.
Kiss me baby like you mean it.
The artist wants the person to kiss them with genuine feelings.
Electri-fy me like lightnin' lightnin' striking.
The artist wants the kiss to ignite a spark of energy and passion within them.
Oh, what will it take? For me to have you, where I want you.
The singer is questioning what they need to do to get the person to be with them where they want them to be.
Like so, on a bed of faith and we will manage like we have to.
The artist is describing how they envision being with this person in a faithful, committed way and overcoming any challenges together.
I’ve been lost in a backwood forrest of failures and plastic money.
The singer has struggled with feeling lost and unsuccessful in a society that values money and materialism.
I’ve been awake in a dream-like state of a coma until you show me.
The singer's life felt dull and unfulfilling until this person came into their life and awakened them.
Uh-oh uh-oh
A vocalization that may indicate excitement or anticipation.
Baby
An affectionate term used for the person the artist is addressing.
Kiss me baby like you mean it.
The artist reiterates their desire for the person to kiss them with genuine feelings.
Electri-fy me like lightnin' lightnin' striking.
The singer repeats their desire to feel a spark of energy from the kiss.
Ooh
A vocalization that may indicate pleasure or satisfaction.
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@rachelelise3182
I can finally exhale...Nico Vega is BACK❣🔥👊 Stronger than ever
@TheTruePenguinJesus
Being able to easily adopt another style is the mark of a good band, and we all know Nico Vega is a goddamn great band.
@skullknightx1159
The best in my opinion.
@MrAce7799
That reminds me of Cage the Elephant as well.
@juanruacho
I love Nico Vega since Bioshock Infinite's Launch
@Logsnackers
Nico Vega needs more publicity! I can't stop listening to them
@JonathanMedina-ho7jx
Best. Song. Ever
@syteanric
I miss Nico Vega lots :(
@keitaro21
I like their song, everything is good from vocals to instrumentals and the best is it always makes me smile !!
@an_icyhot3695
Love this song!!!