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)
Do What I Do
Rasputina Lyrics
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Is freedom, tried and true
What you wish it could be is forgiving
What you say if I'd be through?
Oh, you're never gonna remember your brains
In a... don't forget who you're talking to
Although you don't have do to what I say
I would recommend you do, do what I do
Do what I do
There's been many boys who would take of the joys
Of the girl I used to be
Now I'm a ....and a hand and a man
It makes me happy
Although the names of the games and the people playing
And my secrets that I keep
And the name it's the same as the thing I was saying
I could sing it in my sleep
Do what I do
Do what I do
Do what I do
Do what I do
A lot of things that I do are weird
But that ain't never how they appear
20/20 hindsight is a rule
Do what I do, it's really cool
Do what I do, don't be done
I do what's new, what is fun
Do what I do
Do what I do
Do what I do
Do what I do
Give me the money, honey
Or else I have got to go...
The lyrics of Rasputina's song Do What I Do conveys a message of personal freedom and individual choices. The artist opens by suggesting that the listener can take her advice, but it is not mandatory. She promotes the concept of freedom being a tried and true value, and that forgiveness is what people hope for in life. She goes on to talk about how the person she used to be was someone who many boys would enjoy, but now she is satisfied with who she is as a woman. Even though some games she plays or people she is with may be strange, she is comfortable with herself and her secrets. Therefore, she advises the listener to "do what I do," to follow their own intuition, and not conform to the outside world's expectations. The closing lyrics of the song--"Give me the money, honey, or else I have got to go"--implies that she will continue to be herself and follow her own rules, even if that means she has to leave a situation that does not align with her personal ethos.
In short, the song Do What I Do is an anthem for being true to oneself, even if that means breaking away from the norm or the expectations of others. The artist acknowledges that she may not always conform to the norms of society, but encourages listeners to embrace their own uniqueness and be bold in pursuing what they love.
Line by Line Meaning
Although you don't have to listen the advice I'm givin
I am giving you advice, but you have the freedom to choose whether to follow it or not.
Is freedom, tried and true
Freedom is a powerful and tested concept.
What you wish it could be is forgiving
It would be ideal if everyone could be forgiving.
What you say if I'd be through?
What would you say if I were to leave?
Oh, you're never gonna remember your brains
You will regret your decisions in the future.
In a... don't forget who you're talking to
Remember that you are speaking to me, and take that into consideration.
Although you don't have to do what I say
You have the freedom to make your own choices.
I would recommend you do, do what I do
I suggest that you follow my example and do what I do.
There's been many boys who would take off the joys
In the past, many boys have taken advantage of my pleasures.
Of the girl I used to be
When I was younger and less experienced.
Now I'm a ....and a hand and a man
Now, I am something different, powerful, and masculine.
It makes me happy
Being this way brings me joy and fulfillment.
Although the names of the games and the people playing
The situations and people involved may change,
And my secrets that I keep
But I will always keep my own secrets.
And the name it's the same as the thing I was saying
The words I use may have a double meaning or refer to something else.
I could sing it in my sleep
I am so familiar with it that I could recite it without even being awake.
A lot of things that I do are weird
I may do things that seem strange or unusual to others.
But that ain't never how they appear
Things are not always what they seem on the surface.
20/20 hindsight is a rule
Looking back, it's easy to see what could have been done differently.
Do what I do, it's really cool
Following my example can be fun and beneficial.
Do what I do, don't be done
Follow me instead of being left behind.
I do what's new, what is fun
I pursue new and exciting experiences.
Give me the money, honey
Pay me what you owe me, my dear.
Or else I have got to go...
Or I will have to leave and find someone else who will pay.
Contributed by Leo I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Jesse Pozgay
I do too, I always dance stupidly in my chair when I hear this song haha.
Sgt Pepper
No puede ser que esto no tenga más vistas y comentarios de hace un chingo, literal tengo tres días oyendola jaja
ENJ4321
great song
ENJ4321
Where oh where, did you happen to find this?
ENJ4321
It must be out of print cause I can't find it.
Grace McNealy
YAKETY SAX 1:33 OMIGOD