This incarnation of the band included Doogie White (vocals), Paul Morris (keyboards), Greg Smith (bass) and John O'Reilly (drums).
This line-up only released one album before Ritchie decided in 1997 that he wanted to pursue different musical styles and formed "Blackmore's Night" with fiance Candice Night.
An extensive world tour to promote their album took place from late 1995 to late 1997. For the tour John O'Reilly was replaced by Chuck Burgi (who had played for the original "Rainbow" between 1983 and 1984) and then by John Micelli for the US leg of the tour (as well as their final show in Esbjerg, Denmark).
Hunting Humans
Ritchie Blackmore's Rainbow Lyrics
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As we make love
Touch my skin, let the fun begin, once again
I hear your cries, rise oh rise
Feel the nails, tell tales trails across my spine
Beautiful
Silken kiss, on a night like this, who would miss
Our final hour
Insatiable
Velvet glove, unrequited love, find the words
And make them rhyme
One last dance, hypnotizing trance, a knowing glance
I love you
Closer still, lose your will, see my world, it's criminal
Insatiable
Things we hide, keep them out of signt, heard it said
It's unbearable
Feel my pain, taste my shame, who's to blame
Inexcusable
The song "Hunting Humans" by Ritchie Blackmore's Rainbow is a sensual, moody, and somewhat ominous piece that tells the story of a predatory lover who seeks to dominate their partner in every sense of the word. The lyrics speak of seduction, lies, and manipulation, as the singer describes a world that is both animalistic and criminal, where pleasure and pain are intertwined inextricably.
The first verse begins with a call to "justify" and "speak the lies" that will lead to "making love." The singer then invites their partner to "touch" their skin and "let the fun begin," leading to cries of pleasure and trails of "nails" across the spine. This theme of submission and domination continues throughout, with images of "insatiable" desire, "unrequited love," and a final "knowing glance" that cements the bond between the two.
However, the lyrics also suggest a darker side to this relationship, with references to "things we hide" and a sense of shame that is "inexcusable." The final lines leave a sense of unease, hinting that perhaps this love is not so pure after all: "Feel my pain, taste my shame, who's to blame / Inexcusable."
Overall, "Hunting Humans" is a complex and unsettling song that explores themes of power, submission, and desire. It challenges the listener to question their own assumptions about what constitutes a healthy and fulfilling relationship, and raises uncomfortable questions about the nature of love, lust, and obsession.
Line by Line Meaning
Justify, speak the lies, close your eyes
Pretend it's okay, lie to yourself and ignore the truth
As we make love
During intimate moments
Touch my skin, let the fun begin, once again
Engage in sensual activities, as previously experienced
I hear your cries, rise oh rise
I enjoy your sounds of pleasure, continue pleasing me
Feel the nails, tell tales trails across my spine
Experience physical sensations, indicate your enjoyment
Beautiful
Fulfilling my desires
Silken kiss, on a night like this, who would miss
Kiss me, the moment is ideal, and we should enjoy it
Our final hour
Our last opportunity, make it count
Closer still, close your eyes, see my world, it's animal
Become more intimate with me, and explore our primal desires together
Insatiable
Desires are never satiated
Velvet glove, unrequited love, find the words
My love for you is unreturned but disguised, express it through language
And make them rhyme
Make the expressions poetic
One last dance, hypnotizing trance, a knowing glance
One final intimate moment, in which we both understand the meaning
I love you
I acknowledge my emotional attachment to you
Closer still, lose your will, see my world, it's criminal
Become closer to me, lose any inhibitions, and join me in my immoral world
Insatiable
Desires are never satiated
Things we hide, keep them out of signt, heard it said
Keep our secret desires hidden, as they are frowned upon by society
It's unbearable
It's difficult to contain our forbidden desires
Feel my pain, taste my shame, who's to blame
Experience my anguish, be aware of my humiliation, who should be responsible?
Inexcusable
Unforgivable actions
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: DOUGLAS THOMSON WHITE, RITCHIE BLACKMORE
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