The band name is a reference to "kissing and cuddling," which, according to Thrussell, symbolizes the Marxist concept of destroying barriers between people (see the lyrics to "Light, Yet Refreshing")
Their first album, Lies Inc., was released in 1992. Pieter Bourke joined the band soon afterwards, and Dear Valued Customer, which drew heavily on techno influences, was released in 1994. That same year, two sideprojects emerged: Soma was formed by Thrussell and Pieter Bourke, and Thrussell formed solo project Black Lung.
By 1997, the band had largely become a solo project for Thrussell (with guest musicians). Buy Me... I'll Change Your Life was a departure in style, featuring country western-style guitar and a cover of Lee Hazlewood's "Let the Little Flowers Grow". 1999's Third Mall from the Sun offered a unique blend of the style of the previous two albums, along with new influences. This was followed by the remix album Relax into the Abyss.
In 2003, Beyond the Valley of the Proles was released. This album offered a more refined version of the style found on Buy Me. Its 2006 follow-up, Snog Vs. the Faecal Juggernaut of Mass Culture, saw a return to a more electronic sound.
One notable feature about the band is Thrussell's lyrics — almost all songs contain themes of anti-capitalism, anti-fascism, anti-consumerism, individuality, and anti-big-brotherism. Thrussell also often includes references to conspiracy theories in his lyrics and song titles (for example, The Report From Iron Mountain or Rex 84).
The albums Third Mall from the Sun (1999), Relax into the Abyss (2000) and Beyond the Valley of the Proles (2003) featured artwork by Canadian artist Chris Woods, whose paintings lampoon the advertising tactics of major corporations such as McDonald's, The Gap, and Nike.
Discography
Albums
Lies Inc. (1992)
Dear Valued Customer (1994)
Live in the Global Village (limited-edition bonus disc, 1994)
Lies Inc. (limited-edition 2-disc reissue with early material, 1996)
Remote Control (anthology, 1997)
Buy Me...I'll Change Your Life (1997)
Third Mall from the Sun (1999)
Relax Into the Abyss (remixes, 2000)
Beyond the Valley of the Proles (2003)
Your Favourite Electro-Folk Swingers (limited-edition remix CD, 2003)
Sixteen Easy Tunes For The End Times (2-disc greatest hits collection with bonus unreleased material, 2006)
Snog Vs. The Faecal Juggernaut Of Mass Culture (2006)
Singles and EPs
Corporate Slave (1992)
Shop (1992)
Born To Be Mild (1993)
Hey Christian God (1993)
Cliché (1994)
The Future (1995)
Make the Little Flowers Grow (1997)
Hooray!! (1998)
The Ballad (1998)
The Human Germ (1998)
I Snog, Therefore I am (1999)
Justified Homicide (2001)
Crash Crash (Vs. Remixes & Exclusive Tracks CD Single - 2006)
Vs. The Faecal Juggernaut Of Mass Culture (2006)
City EP (2008)
Other
Adventures in Capitalism DVD (2003)
Angst (Movie soundtrack) (2000) (contributed four tracks)
Pearls Before Swine (Movie Soundtrack) (contributed tracks, along side NON and Death in June)
Make The Little Flowers Grow
Snog Lyrics
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If you have money and nothing to spend.
It'll make no difference in a hundred years or so.
Sooner or later we all make the little flowers grow.
Wise men and fools, you'll get the fire.
You'll never get out of this world alive.
Don't run and hide, it's no use I know.
Sooner or later we all make the little flowers grow.
Please, don't blame me I didn't start this mess.
Some of us stay, some of us go.
Sooner or later we all make the little flowers grow.
The song "Make The Little Flowers Grow" by Snog is a powerful and introspective reflection on the fleeting nature of life, highlighting the inevitability of death and the importance of finding meaning in our existence. The opening line of the song speaks directly to the listener, urging them to pay attention to the message that is about to be conveyed. The contrasting imagery of "Cowards and Heroes" sets the tone for the rest of the song, suggesting that it doesn't matter who you are or what you've accomplished, we are all subject to the same fate.
The following lines emphasize the importance of perspective and the transience of material possessions, stating that "If you have money and nothing to spend, it'll make no difference in a hundred years or so." The underlying message is that in the grand scheme of things, our accomplishments and possessions are ultimately insignificant. The repetition of the phrase "Sooner or later we all make the little flowers grow" adds to the melancholic and contemplative mood of the song, underscoring the inevitability of death.
As the song progresses, it touches on the idea that we all face the same fate regardless of our intelligence, social status, or physical attributes, conveying the message that we are all equal in death. The final line of the song "Sooner or later we all make the little flowers grow" is repeated once more, driving home the central theme of the song and providing a poignant conclusion to this thought-provoking piece.
Overall, Snog's "Make The Little Flowers Grow" is a hauntingly beautiful song that encourages the listener to reflect on their own mortality and the importance of living a meaningful life.
Line by Line Meaning
Cowards and Heroes, listen my friends.
Regardless if you’re brave or scared, pay attention to what I have to say.
If you have money and nothing to spend.
Having wealth, but not using it for anything worthwhile is meaningless.
It'll make no difference in a hundred years or so.
In the grand scheme of things, material possessions are insignificant.
Sooner or later we all make the little flowers grow.
Death comes for us all, and in time our bodies will decay and nourish the earth.
Wise men and fools, you'll get the fire.
Regardless of intelligence or foolishness, we all experience the passion and struggles of life.
You'll never get out of this world alive.
Death is inevitable, everyone will die eventually.
Don't run and hide, it's no use I know.
Avoiding or denying death is futile and won't change the outcome.
Sooner or later we all make the little flowers grow.
Death comes for us all, and in time our bodies will decay and nourish the earth.
Short men and tall men and all the rest.
Regardless of your physical appearance or status, everyone experiences mortality.
Please, don't blame me I didn't start this mess.
Don't fault me for the inevitable cycle of life and death.
Some of us stay, some of us go.
People die at different times and for different reasons.
Sooner or later we all make the little flowers grow.
Death comes for us all, and in time our bodies will decay and nourish the earth.
Contributed by Hailey F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Helawolf
Timeless tune.
Mike Weckenmann
Helawolf dope🙏🏻
poernaka
BTW, Im a big Lee Hazelwood fan too. Used to mix SNOG and Lee Hazelwood before I even know they where linked. 'Do you think Tarzan can talk?, well he can't.
poernaka
the vertical mirror thing is so cool, but the CIA cap is left normal. This makes it even better. Great stuff!
Rudy Cepko
One of the greatest lyricists ever.
Looms29
@p caetano Lee will be amongst us forever.
Looms29
One of my fave covers ever!
p caetano
yes Lee Hazlewood is .
Richard Grant
I don't understand what you are trying to say... you have discovered love yet you spread negativity?
sleepingdogstheband
sweet