In 2008, Miller was waiting tables at a neighborhood Brazilian restaurant, Miss Favela, where he encountered Alexis and her mother. When he mentioned he was looking for a female vocalist to work with on a musical project, Krauss' mother immediately volunteered her. After steadily gaining popularity throughout 2009, Sleigh Bells signed to M.I.A.'s label N.E.E.T. in Spring 2010.
The duo released the 7-track EP Sleigh Bells. The EP received much attention and all but the last two tracks were re-recorded for their debut album.
Sleigh Bells issued the single "Tell 'Em" as a free download in April 2010. On 11 May 2010, they released their debut full-length album entitled Treats. Amidst blown-out drum beats, fuzzed guitars and synth-pop sensibilities, Krauss balances each song with a voice that is both forceful and elegant. Four other singles supported the album: "Crown on the Ground", "Infinity Guitars", "Rill Rill" and "Riot Rhythm".
Sleigh Bells began recording songs for their second studio album in June 2011. Describing the sound of the new album, Krauss said, "It sounds really huge, so there's going to still be tons of volume".
On 15 December 2011, the band released the single "Born to Lose", followed in January 2012 by "Comeback Kid". The second album, Reign of Terror, was released on 21 February 2012. They made their network television debut on the 18 February 2012 episode of Saturday Night Live, performing the songs "Comeback Kid" and "End of the Line".
Only a few months after the release of Reign of Terror, Sleigh Bells began writing a third studio album for a possible 2013 release. Before the end of 2012, the album was said to feature more writing from Krauss and with a cleaner sound. The album, titled Bitter Rivals, was released on 8 October 2013, through Mom + Pop Music. According to Krauss, several tracks would feature dynamic acoustic riffs and R&B-ish vocals. In an interview with Rolling Stone magazine, Krauss clarified the new style of the album, saying, "I was interested in doing something Beyoncé or Janet Jackson would do, these slow-winding, sparkling melodies."
On 7 December 2015, Sleigh Bells premiered a new song titled "Champions of Unrestricted Beauty", while announcing they were finishing up their fourth studio album. The duo released the single "Rule Number One" on 7 June 2016, followed by "Hyper Dark" on 19 July 2016. On 24 August 2016, Sleigh Bells released their fourth studio album Jessica Rabbit, marking the first release on the duo's own label, Torn Clean, in partnership with Sinderlyn. The mini-album Kid Kruschev followed on 10 November 2017.
Sleigh Bells released their sixth studio album, Texis, on 10 September 2021 through Mom + Pop Music. Music videos were released for album singles "Locust Laced" and "Justine Go Genesis".
Official site: https://tornclean.com/
Rainmaker
Sleigh Bells Lyrics
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We will always be
Take out two
Me and you
'Cause all those other things
Superfluous, god damn
Superfluous, god damn
You and me
(You have me around and in tears)
(As always, rainmaker)
Rainmaker, you make me weep
Rainmaker, you make me weep
It was never really meant to be
You and me
I can hardly stand
I can hardly sleep
I can hardly speak
I can hardly breathe
It was never really meant to be
You and me
I want you to be happy
You're the rainmaker
I can hardly stand
I can hardly sleep
It was never really meant to be
You and me
I can hardly stand
I can hardly sleep
I can hardly speak
I can hardly breathe
It was never really meant to be
You and me
You and me, me and you
We will always be
Take out two
Me and you
I can hardly stand
I can hardly sleep
I can hardly stand
I can hardly sleep
It was never really meant to be
You and me
The lyrics to Sleigh Bells's song "Rainmaker" convey a sense of longing, sadness, and acceptance of an unattainable relationship. The repeated lines "You and me, me and you, we will always be, take out two, me and you" suggest a deep connection between two individuals, but the following lines, "All those other things, superfluous, god damn, it was never really meant to be, you and me," indicate that there are external factors or circumstances that prevent the relationship from fully blossoming. The repetition of the phrase "It was never really meant to be, you and me" reinforces this idea of an incompatible or unfulfilled love.
The chorus adds another layer of emotion with the lines "Rainmaker, you make me weep, it was never really meant to be, you and me." The metaphor of the rainmaker implies that the other person has the power to evoke strong emotions, particularly sadness or tears. Despite the pain caused by this person, the singer still wishes for their happiness, as expressed in the line, "I want you to be happy, you're the rainmaker."
Overall, "Rainmaker" captures the bittersweet aftermath of a relationship that couldn't fully materialize. It explores themes of longing, acceptance, and the complex emotions that come with unrequited love.
Line by Line Meaning
You, you and me, me and you
The connection between us is inseparable and enduring
We will always be
Our bond is everlasting
Take out two
Exclude everything else and focus on just us
Me and you
Only our presence matters
'Cause all those other things
All the unnecessary distractions and complications
Superfluous, god damn
Excessive and frustrating
Superfluous, god damn
Excessive and frustrating
It was never really meant to be
Our relationship was never destined to succeed
You and me
Our connection
(You have me around and in tears)
(Your presence causes me emotional distress)
(As always, rainmaker)
(As usual, you bring tears)
Rainmaker, you make me weep
Your influence brings me to tears
Rainmaker, you make me weep
Your influence brings me to tears
I can hardly stand
I feel weak and unstable
I can hardly sleep
Sleep eludes me
I can hardly speak
Words escape me
I can hardly breathe
I struggle to take in air
I want you to be happy
I desire your happiness
You're the rainmaker
You have the power to bring forth sadness
I can hardly stand
I feel weak and unstable
I can hardly sleep
Sleep eludes me
It was never really meant to be
Our relationship was never destined to succeed
You and me
Our connection
You and me, me and you
The inseparable bond between us
We will always be
Our bond is everlasting
Take out two
Exclude everything else and focus on just us
Me and you
Only our presence matters
I can hardly stand
I feel weak and unstable
I can hardly sleep
Sleep eludes me
I can hardly stand
I feel weak and unstable
I can hardly sleep
Sleep eludes me
It was never really meant to be
Our relationship was never destined to succeed
You and me
Our connection
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: DEREK MILLER, LLOYD ASHLEY PINCHBACK, SYDNEY ALEXIS KRAUSS
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Travis Farmer
This track sounds great on a good system. Neighbors don't like it as much.
a name.
Big up 👍
SpaceTimeManipulator STM
I have a 4000 watt pa system in my garage, thanks for the tip.
jacqui rose
My neighbour’s love me 😆😆😆
SummerWave
Holy shit...I haven't heard that drum sample used in a long time. I remember it in PM Dawn's Set Adrift On Memory Bliss.
SpaceTimeManipulator STM
Duran Duran also.
Jeremy Redd
I thought spotify had a rhythm hash algorithm.
SubGothius
The original source of that breakbeat sample is "Ashley's Roachclip" by The Soul Searchers:
https://youtu.be/md9veYbl7wI?t=3m31s
Artemis Arthur
I swear that beat is from the 90's song "ive got the power"
Alex Briggs
pm Dawn and I thought I was the only one who recognized it. I still love "Rill Rill" because of the Funkadelic sample.