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)
Signs of the Zodiac
Rasputina Lyrics
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Haven't you found that the systems for
Planning always fail?
Can you avoid what gave daddy his heart attack?
Have you tried everything, anything
All to no avail?
This will really work.
In ancient times, if you were sick
They make you bleed.
Oh, honey I know it hurts.
Look all around you and notice you're not alone.
We want to give the courage to
Go a different way.
Think of the love and attention we all have shown.
What did we do when we heard,well, we
All came right away.
I know what you need.
This will really work.
In ancient times, if you were sick
They make you bleed.
Oh, honey I know it hurts.
Do you believe in the signs of the zodiac?
I know what you need.
This will really work.
In ancient times, if you were sick
They make you bleed.
Oh, honey I know it hurts.
Do you believe in the signs of the zodiac?
The song "Signs of the Zodiac" by Rasputina is a reflection on the idea of fate and how it plays out in our lives. The lyrics question the validity of astrology and whether or not it's a reliable system for making meaningful predictions about our lives. The first verse asks if the listener believes in the signs of the zodiac and implies that maybe the system isn't very trustworthy because planning based on horoscopes doesn't always work out. The second verse brings up the idea of inherited health problems and whether or not we can avoid them despite doing everything we can to prevent them, showing that sometimes fate is beyond our control.
The chorus brings up the idea of what we need when faced with these difficult situations. The singer claims to know what we need, suggesting that maybe they have some kind of answer to these questions about fate and destiny. The bridge encourages us to look around at the people in our lives who support us and give us courage to go against fate or take a different path. Finally, the song ends with a repeat of the chorus asking again if we believe in the signs of the zodiac and providing the same assurance that the singer knows what we need and that it "will really work".
Line by Line Meaning
Do you believe in the signs of the zodiac?
Do you have faith in astrology and the purported influences of the celestial bodies on human life?
Haven't you found that the systems for Planning always fail?
Have you not realized that even with careful planning, things don't always turn out as expected?
Can you avoid what gave daddy his heart attack?
Are you capable of avoiding the same cause of a heart attack that affected your father?
Have you tried everything, anything all to no avail?
Have you attempted a variety of solutions but none of them worked?
I know what you need. This will really work.
I have the solution that you require and it will be effective.
In ancient times, if you were sick they make you bleed. Oh, honey I know it hurts.
In the past, medical professionals used bloodletting as a treatment for illness, even though it was painful and harmful.
Look all around you and notice you're not alone.
Observe your surroundings and realize that you are not solitary.
We want to give the courage to go a different way.
Our aim is to inspire bravery to pursue an alternate path.
Think of the love and attention we all have shown.
Consider the affection and care that we have expressed towards you.
What did we do when we heard, well, we all came right away.
When we heard of your distress, we immediately came to your aid.
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