Between 1998-2004, Scissorkiss was Liz Nickrenz [[artist]Rachael's.Surrender] aka Liz Amadea Nickrenz – vocals; Mathew Fuller [[artist]Seven Sunless Days] -- guitar, programming; and jhimm [[url=http://www.last.fm/music/lispboston](lisp)] -- vocals, guitar, programming.
During that time, Scissorkiss recorded and released three CD's: I Want to Believe (2001); Where's My Silver Love? (2003); The Ties That Bind (2004).
Amadea went on to pursue an academic career and perform in the project "Rachael's.Surrender, jhimm went on to form (lisp) and Mathew went on to form Seven Sunless Days.
This was my band, I think I'd know :) ” – jhimm, 27 Mar 2007
Official Websites
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Scissorkiss/27429434453
http://www.jhimm.net/
Edited by: ~Neferast~ 3 Feb 2011 06:05
Benedict
Scissorkiss Lyrics
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On which I was gorged
My hopes are all ashes
Your words were the forge
Don't look for me there
In your bright new tomorrow
My place is prepared
Full of blood dust and sorrow
Who can you trust now
Who can you trust
My Judas my Benedict
My statue of lust
My statue of lust
My statue of lust
My statue of lust
This new life I live
With its Garden of Delights
Fills my heart with new horrors
From the bowels of the night
Don't look for me there
In your bright new tomorrow
My place is prepared
Full of blood dust and sorrow
Who can you trust now
Who can you trust
My Judas my Benedict
My statue of lust
My statue of lust
My statue of lust
My statue of lust
My statue of lust
My statue of lust
My statue of lust
My statue of lust
I fight to flicker not to fade
My life is a sputtering black flame
I see straight through your future
And I know who I will blame
I see straight through your future
And I know who I will blame
And I know who I will blame
And I know who I will blame
The lyrics to Scissorkiss's song "Benedict" delve into the emotional turmoil of a relationship filled with lies and manipulation. The singer of the song reflects on their past with their lover, whom they compare to both Judas and Benedict, two infamous betrayers. The metaphor of a banquet and forge highlights the way the lies were consumed and used as fuel, ultimately leading to the destruction and devastation of the singer's hopes. Despite the pain, the singer embraces their new life, even though it is filled with "new horrors from the bowels of the night." They declare that their place is prepared, full of "blood dust and sorrow," and boldly ask who they can trust now. The repetition of the line "my statue of lust" suggests that the lover was idolized and worshipped, adding depth to the singer's feelings of betrayal and anger.
Ultimately, the singer asserts their agency and power, stating that they will fight to "flicker not to fade" and see straight through their former lover's future. The line "And I know who I will blame" indicates that the singer has taken responsibility for their own choices and will not allow themselves to be manipulated again. The song's haunting melody and powerful lyrics capture the intense emotions of a toxic relationship and the struggle to move on.
Line by Line Meaning
Your lies were a banquet
Your deceitful words were all-consuming for me.
On which I was gorged
I indulged in and consumed your lies excessively.
My hopes are all ashes
My aspirations have been destroyed and left in ruins.
Your words were the forge
Your words were the instruments that shaped and molded me.
Don't look for me there
You won't find me in the future that you envision.
In your bright new tomorrow
Your envisioned future that is filled with hope and promise.
My place is prepared
I am ready for the darkness and pain that awaits me.
Full of blood dust and sorrow
My future is filled with bloodshed, pain, and sadness.
Who can you trust now
You have lost your ability to trust anyone after the betrayal.
My Judas my Benedict
You have been my betrayer just like Judas betrayed Jesus and Benedict Arnold betrayed America.
My statue of lust
You are my object of desire and temptation that led me to my downfall.
This new life I live
I am living a new life away from you.
With its Garden of Delights
My new life is filled with alluring and pleasurable experiences.
Fills my heart with new horrors
But, this new life has its own set of terrifying challenges.
From the bowels of the night
These challenges come from the darkest depths of reality.
I fight to flicker not to fade
I strive to hold on to the remnants of my former self rather than completely losing my identity.
My life is a sputtering black flame
My existence is fading away and diminishing, like a dying flame.
I see straight through your future
I understand the outcome of the path that you have chosen for yourself.
And I know who I will blame
I know that you will ultimately be held responsible for your actions.
Contributed by Aria R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
martin taylor
I have known George since the early 70s. Known his passions, his roots in NYC, his intense pride in his heritage, his emotion, pain and his love. He introduced me to a wider world of music, taught me to play guitar, and he even had to tune my banjo for me when I was starting out. His grief and love shines in this song. George, my mentor, friend and brother, love you much.
Linkfan001
Way to Go George!!! I love this song!!!
ng727
George is a great guitar player and lyricist, very passionate song, really captures a feeling amd especially with the visuals NGG
potra57
Hey George..How have you been? I love this song,video.It' really gets to you.
Ken Brown
Hi George.Been a long time my old friend.As iam sure you know we lost our Friend Mike.He would have really loved this song.I first saw you playing on WALB in Albany.Iam still playing music here in Moultrie.Please contact me.Iam Ken Derrick Brown on facebook..take care my friend !!
Douglas Cameron
Enjoyed watching this video with my cousin Tom from St. Pete. "Tonto" and I send you our best regards from Georgia. Doug Cameron and Tom "Tonto" Cameron
Ellie Foust
Hi Grandpa, this is Ellie Foust, your grand daughter. I love the video and I love you.
Olympia Gonzalez
Hola mi amigo...I've have been asking for you and trying to find u for oh so long , i listen to "war pony' at least once a week, i wish u the best always my brother , please look for me,