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)
High on Life
Rasputina Lyrics
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but I saw the tears in his ees
and I thought, "That's sweet."
I tried on all of my little jokes.
I muscle in, throw it in,
Just to see if it floats.
Not many people have the balls of I.
To take the bull by the horns
He was it, he was really hot shit.
he was tripping, he was ripped and
he was high on life.
He was it. He was really hot.
He was tripping, he was drifting,
he was high. He was really nice.
He smelled like propane and butterscotch.
He kept his eyes on me
cuz he liked to watch me
tear up the bedsheets to bandage him.
He had been in a fight,
but he did not win.
I don't think we brought the money up.
It was a gas, oh we just laughed.
This boy could not shut up.
He was it, he was really hot shit.
He was tripping, he was ripped and he was
high on life.
In Rasputina's song "High on Life" the singer describes a night with a man who is "high on life." The singer wants to be seen as valuable and not cheap, but she is willing to throw herself into the situation. She makes attempts to impress the man with her jokes, and even tears up her bedsheets to bandage him after he gets into a fight. The man is in a state of euphoria ("high on life") and is described as "hot shit." Despite his injuries and lack of money, the two have a great time together and laugh often.
The singer seems to be conflicted between wanting to impress the man and wanting to maintain her own self-worth. She recognizes that the man is in a heightened state and is willing to give him some leeway, but at the same time wants to be valued as an individual. The imagery of the torn up bedsheets being used as bandages is interesting as it shows a willingness to help the man (even at the cost of her own possessions), but also hints at a potential underlying violence in their relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
I never want to be seen as cheap,
I don't like to be perceived as someone who is of low value or who gives themselves away easily.
but I saw the tears in his eyes
Despite my reservations, I noticed when he shed a tear.
and I thought, "That's sweet."
I found his display of emotion endearing.
I tried on all of my little jokes.
I attempted to lighten the mood with some humor.
I muscle in, throw it in,
I assert myself with confidence and vigor.
Just to see if it floats.
To test the waters and gauge his reaction.
Not many people have the balls of I.
Most people lack the courage and boldness that I possess.
To take the bull by the horns
To tackle a difficult situation head-on.
and make it mine all mine.
To come out victorious and claim it as my own achievement.
He was it, he was really hot shit.
He was the one, the epitome of greatness.
he was tripping, he was ripped and
He was experiencing a euphoric state, perhaps due to drugs or alcohol.
he was high on life.
He was simply enjoying the excitement and adventure of existence.
He was it. He was really hot.
He truly was the best, the most desirable.
He was tripping, he was drifting,
He was in a sort of altered state, blissfully unaware.
he was high. He was really nice.
His joyful demeanor made him all the more pleasant to be around.
He smelled like propane and butterscotch.
He had an unusual aroma that was both peculiar and alluring.
He kept his eyes on me
He was captivated by my presence and actions.
cuz he liked to watch me
He found me fascinating and intriguing.
tear up the bedsheets to bandage him.
I had to rip apart the linens to create a makeshift bandage for his wounds.
He had been in a fight,
He had just come from a physical altercation.
but he did not win.
Unfortunately, he did not emerge victorious from the fight.
I don't think we brought the money up.
I believe we neglected to discuss the issue of payment or expenses.
It was a gas, oh we just laughed.
Despite any challenges or obstacles, we found the experience to be fun and enjoyable.
This boy could not shut up.
He talked incessantly, unable to stop himself from sharing his thoughts and stories.
He was it, he was really hot shit.
Once again, he was the most impressive and desirable person in the room.
He was tripping, he was ripped and he was
His altered state of mind continued, still blissfully unaware.
high on life.
He remained in a state of pure ecstasy, relishing in the joy of existing.
Contributed by Hudson K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.