Founded by Creager in 1992, they have long held true to their mission of enlightening the common man as to the power and versatility of the mighty cello. Historically influenced, and constantly costumed, Rasputina keeps a small legion of incredibly passionate admirers enthralled with their earnest musicianship. Considered to be quite a pioneer and visionary, Melora and her group have inspired countless young people to pick up the cello, and have re-inspired many uninspired string players. Rasputina considers this to be the finest payment for their work.
Professional involvements have included Nirvana, Ultra Vivid Scene, Marilyn Manson, Porno For Pyros, Belle and Sebastian,and Cheap Trick.
Former Members of Rasputina:
Julia Kent (89-99)
Kris Cowperthwaite (00-02)
Zoë Keating (02-06)
Sarah Bowman (06-08)
Jonathon TeBeest (00-08)
Child Soldier Rebellion
Rasputina Lyrics
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A matchbox bears my picture. It details the reward for my capture. "Not one person here has helped me," reads the caption under my picture, see? The younger they are, the more fearless! But they were betrayed by merchants who had offered seven ships. "We were maimed, tortured, and kidnapped. They cut off ears, limbs and lips."
Oh my dears, when they hear the news that's been written in tears, they will know there's no way to excuse the lies that were used to force them to fight.
Then into their rag tag clothing an officer sews. He says, "This will make for victorious battle. It's a magical stone."
Rasputina's "Child Soldier Rebellion" addresses the plight of child soldiers caught in a cycle of violence perpetuated by adults. The lyrics describe a group of children who rebel against their military captors but are ultimately betrayed by merchants who promised them a better life. The children are depicted waiting on an empty beach, their suitcases bearing crosses and novelty knives. The lyrics suggest that the children are lost and directionless, desperate to escape their circumstances and find a means of survival.
The song's chorus speaks to the senseless violence and exploitation faced by child soldiers across the globe. The lyrics suggest that many children are forced into military service against their will, and that they are betrayed and abandoned by those they trusted. The song suggests that these children are often forgotten by the world, left to fend for themselves in a cycle of violence and despair.
"Child Soldier Rebellion" is a powerful commentary on the issue of child soldiers and the role of adults in perpetuating their exploitation. The song reminds audiences that children caught in the cycle of war and violence are not just numbers or statistics but individuals with unique stories and experiences. It invites listeners to consider the larger social and political factors that contribute to the crisis of child soldiers and to advocate for the rights and wellbeing of all children affected by war and conflict.
Line by Line Meaning
Child-soldier children from the soldier rebellion, these children rebel again.
Children who were originally soldiers rebel again. They were forced to fight in a rebellion and now they fight against it.
Waiting for airships that never arrive, with crosses on suitcases, novelty knives, they aimlessly wandered the beach all that day.
These children wait for airships that were promised to them, but it never comes. They wander aimlessly with religious symbols and tools for survival.
Eventually most of them shuffled away.
Many of the children give up hope and leave the beach, lost and alone.
A matchbox bears my picture. It details the reward for my capture. "Not one person here has helped me," reads the caption under my picture, see?
A matchbox bears the picture of one of the children and offers a reward for their capture. The caption under the picture reflects the child's realization that no one is there to help them.
The younger they are, the more fearless! But they were betrayed by merchants who had offered seven ships. "We were maimed, tortured, and kidnapped. They cut off ears, limbs and lips."
The younger the children are, the less scared they are to fight. However, they were betrayed by merchants who promised them help and instead hurt them by maiming and torturing them.
Oh my dears, when they hear the news that's been written in tears, they will know there's no way to excuse the lies that were used to force them to fight.
When the world hears about the atrocities these children faced, they will understand that there is no excuse for the lies that forced them into battle.
Then into their rag tag clothing an officer sews. He says, "This will make for victorious battle. It's a magical stone."
An officer tries to encourage the children by sewing a magical stone into their clothes. He tells them it will make them victorious in battle.
Emmanuele looks down at the ground as he fumbles with the tassels on his boots. He can still hear the sound of the many rebel groups or the government militia. Who he'd been fighting for, no, no, he had no idea...
Emmanuele, one of the child soldiers, looks down as he plays with his boots. He can still hear the echoes of the fighting, but he doesn't even know who he is fighting for.
Contributed by Evan D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.