After hiring C.C. DeVille, they changed their name to the more edgy ''Poison'' and started working their way up the L.A. Club scene. In 1986 they recorded their debut album ''Look What the Cat Dragged In'', which was made successful by their massive hit ''Talk Dirty to Me'', whose video was played on a constant rotation on MTV. Poison's next album, the fan favorite ''Open Up and Say... Ahh!'' was carried on the shoulders of the chart topping ballad ''Every Rose Has Its Thorn'', written by Bret Michaels about his girlfriend cheating on him with Quiet Riot frontman Kevin DuBrow. Poison's third album, Flesh & Blood, showed Poison's more mainstream side. After Flesh & Blood came out, Poison started going downhill. C.C. DeVille was in a constant drug binge and couldn't be found. When Poison was slated to play Unskinny Bop for the MTV Movie Awards, C.C. forgot what song to play and ripped into Talk Dirty To Me on live television. He was fired on the spot.
Guitarist Ritchie Kotzen was brought in to record the album Native Tongue, which showed a new creative turn for the band. Ritchie was a good guitarist, but was thrown out of the band for sleeping with drummer Rikki Rocketts fiance. Poison then brought in Blues Saraceno as guitarist, with whom they recorded ''Crack A Smile...And More!'', one of Poison's lost gems.
After years of disconnection, C.C. DeVille came back to Poison for a full reunion. They have since toured with many acts, including KISS. They are currently planning a summer tour with fellow hair metal elite Cinderella and have just released a new 20th anniversary greatest hits cd.
In the 2007 game Guitar Hero III: Legends of Rock, the track "Talk Dirty to Me" is featured.
There are other artists with the same name:
2) Poison is a German Death/Thrash Metal band, formed in 1982.
Named "Poison (ger)" on Last FM
3) Poison was a Japanese hardcore punk band formed in 1982. Their sound is a mix of traditional Japanese hardcore and metal. The band later changed their name to Poison Arts.
4) Poison is an American Heavy/Speed Metal band, formed in 1983.
5) Poison is an American funk group formed in the '70s
6) Poison was a Finnish band formed by Albert Järvinen
7) For the Garage punk/blues rock band formed in 1984 in Austin, Texas. Originally active from 1984 to 1987, the band played a reunion show in 2000. See Poison 13
Poison
Poison Lyrics
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I don't wanna stress
I don't need a mess
I wanna wear a dress
I want a little more of this
I want a little more of that
I want a unicorn hat
Oh yeah
Poison in your brain
Poison in your brain
Poison in your brain, etc.
Poison in your brain
Premise in our brain
Poinus inner brain
Pormus... eh
I don't want you coming into my room when I'm trying to sleep
I don't want to have to get out of bed because you wanna eat
I don't want watch Frozen again, I wanna watch something obscene
I don't wanna play Pie In The Face without the lactose-free whipped cream!
(I need that) Poison, poison, poison in your brain
Poison in your bray
Poison, poison, poison in your brain
Poison in your bread, etc
The lyrics of Poison's song "Poison" hone in on the daily challenges of a person's life surrounded by toxic people or toxic situations. The singer highlights the fact that he doesn't want to fight or have any kind of stress in his life. He talks about how he wants to have control over his choices and desires as he craves a little bit of everything in his life. The mention of the unicorn hat solidifies the touch of whimsy and desire for happiness in his song.
However, the main theme in this song is the word 'poison.' By repeating it multiple times throughout the chorus, the singer is trying to convey the magnitude of its effect on our brains. He mentions how it is prevalent even in our premise and inner brains, indicating that toxic influence can deeply affect our behavior and emotions, leaving no room for clarity or stability. The singer urges his listeners to stay away from such toxic people or things and choose a healthier lifestyle with a positive mindset.
Line by Line Meaning
I don't wanna fight
I want to avoid arguments and conflicts
I don't wanna stress
I want to avoid unnecessary pressure and anxiety
I don't need a mess
I want to avoid chaos and disorder
I wanna wear a dress
I want to express myself freely and wear what I like
I want a little more of this
I want to have more of what I enjoy
I want a little more of that
I want to have more variety and spice in my life
I want a unicorn hat
I want to have fun and embrace my imagination
Oh yeah
Expression of enthusiasm and agreement
Red poison, poison, poison in your brain
Metaphorical reference to negative thoughts and emotions that affect one's mental health
Poison in your brain
Reinforcement of the previous metaphor
Poison in your brain, etc.
Reiteration of the metaphor
Premise in our brain
Possible misheard lyric, unclear meaning
Poinus inner brain
Possible misheard lyric, unclear meaning
Pormus... eh
Possible misheard lyric, unclear meaning
I don't want you coming into my room when I'm trying to sleep
I want my personal space and boundaries respected
I don't want to have to get out of bed because you wanna eat
I want to prioritize my own needs and not be inconvenienced by others
I don't want watch Frozen again, I wanna watch something obscene
I want to have my own preferences and not be subjected to what others want
I don't wanna play Pie In The Face without the lactose-free whipped cream!
I want to accommodate my dietary needs and have a good time
(I need that) Poison, poison, poison in your brain
Repetition of the metaphor of negative thoughts and emotions affecting someone's mental health
Poison in your bray
Misheard lyric, unclear meaning
Poison in your bread, etc.
Reiteration of the metaphor
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Amelia Cenneno, Gavin Castleton
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@boone6923
Sounds like a great song to play at our next family gathering.
@christianbrylle7165
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@moshehcampbell170
ehehehehehhehe it’s a song about my sister I swear
@marcusbangemu6041
Do it 😅
@tarawaddle6951
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@DeborahSeboa
So true😂
@ratbian
The feminine urge to send this to certain people and tell them "this is about you"
@your_pookie_fr
the urge is about to be the end of all my friend ships 😃
@marcusbangemu6041
😅do it
@marilou.q
poison poison is definetly giving gentle and strong hatred at the same time, here for it