The 2nd CD, 'Electric Chair Music', issued on the band's own Monongo imprint. It's worth noting that band fan LEMMY of MOTÖRHEAD repute, a vocal champion of the band, guests on the track 'B4' found on the 'Voices Of War' EP. The band's fanbase grew substantially during this period and both 'Electric Chair Music' and the EP 'Voices Of War' sold exceptionally well.
SKEW SISKIN's 1999 album WHAT THE HELL, saw the band gaining international popularity once more. Lemmy would get involved with the band once again, penning lyrics for two tracks 'Life's A Bitch' and 'Shoot Out Your Lights'. Nina also took time out to duet on the track 'Run' on POTHEAD's 'Burning Bridges' album.
Initially the group embarked upon a lengthy run of dates as guests to SAXON. Extended live work in Germany witnessed a headline tour in September and October 2000 with SKELETOR as support act. Nina would persevere on the road though, attending some shows of the MOTORHEAD tour acting as special guest vocalist for the encore song 'Born To Raise Hell'. This track had actually been originally written by Lemmy for SKEW SISKIN. Behind the scenes the band had once again fallen victim to a collapsing label as Cultural Minority floundered. Yet again a frustrated SKEW SISKIN was forced to wait out a distribution contract, this time with SPV until the Autumn of 2003. Support from Lemmy and other industry icons such as ALICE COOPER and Twiggy Ramirez from the MARILYN MANSON band helped the group through these tough times.
The band would be relatively quiet during 2001 but did place Stefan Schwarzmann of RUNNING WILD, ACCEPT, U.D.O. repute as their new drummer. Following a lengthy hiatus SKEW SISKIN, with a newly installed bassplayer, returned in September of 2002, acting as opening band for ANTHRAX and MOTORHEAD's UK dates. SKEW SISKIN also revealed a fourth album provisionally billed as 'Waste Your Youth' was nearing completion. Armed with a new drummer, the band was confirmed on a German support tour to MOTORHEAD in November. The record, backed by a promotional video of the single 'The Goddess', finally emerged billed as 'Album Of The Year'. European headline dates commencing in March of 2004 had the band on an extensive run of dates throughout Germany, France, Swizerland and Spain. However, in early April forced the band was forced to cancel the last three shows of their tour when vocalist Nina C. Alice collapsed after a show in Vienna and was rushed to a hospital.
Known to be a strong supporter of the band MOTORHEAD's frontman, Lemmy, guested with the band onstage for the first time on 5th September at the Columbiahalle in Berlin, guesting on the track 'Boogey Man'.
During 2005 the band had been forced to cancel again all their shows for the entire year, due medical treatment Nina C. Alice was undergoing for an infection.
In the beginning of 2006 SKEW SISKIN went back into the studio to start recording a new CD with Henning Menke (ex JINGO DE LUNCH, OJO ROJO) on bass and ex - ANNIHILATOR drummer Randy Black.
Towards the end of 2006 the band will finally hit the road again.
Discogs
Skew Siskin - (1992)
Electric Chair Music (1996)
Voices from the War (1996)
What the Hell (1999)
Album of the Year (2003)
Devil's Disciple (compilation) (2005)
Peace Breaker (2007)
Thank You for the Time
Skew Siskin Lyrics
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It took my power
Seemed like the first countdown
I keep on wonderin', how does it feel to feel
And baby, can't you tell me if my heart is strong as steel
You shot me down with your first shot
I don't care if you believe it or not
When you touched me in the danger zone
Thank you for the time
To confess what's on my mind
Thank you for the time
Now I know you're a special kind
When I was going, you were always after me
What was I doing and what made me blind to see
I always knew that love was dangerous
Now all those feelings have bitten the dust
Heartache come, heartache go
Did you ever learn how to say no
It's up to me, it's up to you
If love's a game with a trick or two
Thank you for the time
To confess what's on my mind
Thank you for the time
Now I know you're a special kind
The song "Thank You for the Time" by Skew Siskin is a reflection on a relationship that has ended, with the singer realizing the dangers of love and the pain that comes with heartbreak. The opening lines describe the feeling of being powerless in the face of the rain, which serves as a metaphor for the forces that can overwhelm us in life. The singer then wonders about the strength of their own heart and whether it can withstand the ups and downs of love.
The chorus expresses gratitude for the time spent together, despite the pain that has resulted from the relationship. There is an acknowledgment of the special nature of the other person, even though the relationship has come to an end. The second verse describes the confusion and blindness that can come with falling in love, and the realization that love can be dangerous. The third verse suggests that both parties are responsible for the outcome of the relationship, and that love can be a game with tricks and traps.
Overall, "Thank You for the Time" is a reflective and introspective song that explores the complexities of love and relationships. It acknowledges the pain of heartbreak, but also expresses gratitude for the time spent with the other person.
Line by Line Meaning
I was standing while the rain came down
I was in a vulnerable position when the difficulties started.
It took my power
The trying circumstance weakened me.
Seemed like the first countdown
It all felt like it was happening in slow motion, like a countdown to something inevitable.
I keep on wonderin', how does it feel to feel
I am curious about the full spectrum of emotions and how they impact people differently.
And baby, can't you tell me if my heart is strong as steel
I am seeking reassurance about my emotional strength.
You shot me down with your first shot
You hurt me right from the start of our relationship/friendship.
I don't care if you believe it or not
It doesn't matter to me whether or not you acknowledge the impact of your actions on me.
You took me down, I felt right at home
Despite being hurt, I found comfort in the familiar feeling of being emotionally vulnerable and exposed.
When you touched me in the danger zone
When we got to the deeper, more complicated parts of our connection/relationship.
Thank you for the time
Grateful for the opportunity to have learned from this experience.
To confess what's on my mind
To have had the space and words to articulate my thoughts and feelings.
Now I know you're a special kind
I have come to understand and appreciate the unique traits and qualities you possess.
When I was going, you were always after me
Even when I wanted to leave or end things, you would pursue and try to keep me.
What was I doing and what made me blind to see
Reflecting on the ways I may have contributed to the dynamic that kept me in this relationship despite its difficulties.
I always knew that love was dangerous
I had a sense that vulnerability and intimacy could be painful or difficult.
Now all those feelings have bitten the dust
Those emotions and the ways they manifest have been left in the past and are no longer present in my life.
Heartache come, heartache go
Painful experiences are temporary and can eventually fade.
Did you ever learn how to say no
Questioning whether you have the ability to reject people or situations despite their potential harms.
It's up to me, it's up to you
The choices we make and the actions we take are mutually influential.
If love's a game with a trick or two
If love is a complex and multifaceted thing to navigate.
Contributed by Lila S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.