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)
Mayor The
Rasputina Lyrics
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He accuses me of treachery
Got the nine lies, got the wide eyes
Got a failing grade in chemistry
If you count back to the balcony
When all we saw was the mystery
Of a blond-haired boy brought his mother joy
Oh, lay it all out on a wicker couch
That you wove in a looney bin
Cut it out, it's a second round'bout
Not the way of a gentlemen
Give it up, get a job,
Take a pill and leave me be
Oh, I'm quite tired of this lunatic
Why must we suffer 'cause the mayor's sick?
He say: "All abandon from this sinking ship"
Then he's off on another trip
He don't care about environment
He has made this a shitty place
My interest rate shrinks at a rapid pace
Compounded daily on my worried face
"If they take something precious from me,
I'm going to take something precious from them"
Oh, now he's losing his constituency
We thought, "Oh, this could never happen again"
If I take something precious from him,
He try to take something precious from me
There's a battle in his head that he cannot win
There's a man he could never be
Oh no, way to go
He's the Mayor
The song "The Mayor" by Rasputina is a satirical piece that critiques the incompetence and selfishness of certain politicians. The first verse revolves around the Mayor, who is incapable of speaking coherently, but still manages to accuse the singer of treachery. The mayor is described as having "nine lives," which suggests that despite his continual failures, he always manages to survive political scandals. The mayor's failure in chemistry is a metaphor for his failing to live up to the expectations of his constituents.
The second verse shifts focus to the blond-haired boy and his mother, who are members of a wealthy family. The allusion to pedigree and family tree implies the boy's status as an elitist. The singer of the song recognizes the boy as a contributing factor to their current predicament as the Mayor's constituents. The chorus begins with the singer telling the Mayor to "lay it all out on a wicker couch that you wove in a looney bin." This is a reference to the public's perception of politicians as insane or unstable. The singer then implores the Mayor to give up his position and "get a job, take a pill" as a means of coping with his difficulties.
The third verse highlights the Mayor's hypocrisy in regard to environmental issues. The Mayor's negligence has made the city into a "shitty place," and the singer's interest rate is "shrinking at a rapid pace." The Mayor's questionable moral compass is evident in his statement that "if they take something precious from me, I'm going to take something precious from them." The singer predicts that the Mayor will use his power and status to retaliate against those who have wronged him.
In conclusion, the lyrics to "The Mayor" by Rasputina are a commentary on the state of politics and power in modern society. The song explores the fragility of political power, the pitfalls of elitism, and the consequences of hypocrisy. Through the use of satire and metaphor, the song paints an image of a corrupt mayor who is out of touch with his constituents.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh, it's scrambled eggs what he says
The Mayor's accusations are nonsensical and unfounded.
He accuses me of treachery
Despite doing nothing wrong, the Mayor is blaming me for his problems.
Got the nine lies, got the wide eyes
The Mayor is lying and trying to deceive people with his charm.
Got a failing grade in chemistry
The Mayor lacks the ability to truly comprehend the complexities of the world.
If you count back to the balcony
If we look back to the past moment when everything was still good.
When all we saw was the mystery
Before the Mayor's true nature was revealed and everything became clear.
Of a blond-haired boy brought his mother joy
A young and innocent boy whose presence brought happiness to his mother.
With his pedigree and family tree
His mother's family background and social connections were important to the boy's status.
Oh, lay it all out on a wicker couch
The Mayor's irrational thoughts and ideas are being exposed on a vulnerable canvas.
That you wove in a looney bin
The Mayor's irrationality and unreliability has caused him to be confined in a mental hospital.
Cut it out, it's a second round'bout
The Mayor's accusations and actions are repeating themselves with no end in sight.
Not the way of a gentlemen
The Mayor's actions are uncivilized, improper, and unacceptable.
Give it up, get a job,
The Mayor needs to stop blaming others and start taking responsibility.
Take a pill and leave me be
The Mayor's irrational thoughts and ideas can be cured with medication, leaving me in peace.
Oh, I'm quite tired of this lunatic
The Mayor's irrational behavior has become exhausting and no longer tolerable.
Why must we suffer 'cause the mayor's sick?
Why should we be forced to endure the Mayor's irrationality?
He say: "All abandon from this sinking ship"
The Mayor is urging people to abandon our cause and leave us adrift.
Then he's off on another trip
The Mayor is always off somewhere else, avoiding the consequences of his actions.
He don't care about environment
The Mayor is not concerned with the well-being of our surroundings.
He has made this a shitty place
The Mayor's actions have caused the place to become unpleasant and undesirable.
My interest rate shrinks at a rapid pace
My personal stake and interest in this matter is rapidly diminishing.
Compounded daily on my worried face
Every day my concerns are growing and becoming more visible.
"If they take something precious from me,
If someone threatens or takes away what is important to me,
I'm going to take something precious from them"
I will retaliate and take something of equal value or importance from them.
Oh, now he's losing his constituency
The Mayor is losing support and popularity among the people.
We thought, "Oh, this could never happen again"
We believed that history would not repeat itself and that the Mayor would be different.
If I take something precious from him,
If I take something of value or importance from the Mayor,
He try to take something precious from me
He will try to retaliate and take something of equal value or importance from me.
There's a battle in his head that he cannot win
The Mayor is struggling with his own internal conflicts that he cannot overcome.
There's a man he could never be
The Mayor will never be the man that the people need or want him to be.
Oh no, way to go
Sarcastic expression of shock and surprise at the Mayor's lack of competence and inability to lead.
He's the Mayor
Acknowledgment of the Mayor's official position and the power that comes with it.
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Written by: MELORA CREAGER
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