On October 24, 1995, Spacehog released their debut album Resident Alien, which spawned the singles "In the Meantime" and "Cruel to be Kind". The band's second album, The Chinese Album, was released on March 10, 1998. Though it did not sell as well as Resident Alien, the band's popularity was increasing as Spacehog opened for popular acts like Pearl Jam and Supergrass. The Chinese Album featured a more "artsy" sound, with Pink Floyd-like piano on the opening track and Michael Stipe of R.E.M contributing vocals to the song "Almond Kisses".
In 2001, Spacehog released their final album, The Hogessy.
In 2002, Spacehog quietly broke up and the band members went their separate ways, but reformed in 2008.
Almond Kisses
Spacehog Lyrics
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Cold dreams ejected from my mind
Wet face pressed against a window
A neon tear illuminates the sign
Almond kisses, almond kisses
Best kiss you ever had
Almond kisses, almond kisses
Back to me
Back to me
Back to me
Boy's breath is humid to the nipple
As Conscience: she topples to the floor
Ice, cold, tingles in the morning
As Passion: she sparks the fire for more
Almond kisses, almond kisses
Best kiss you ever had
Almond kisses, almond kisses
Come back
Back to me
Back to me
Come back to me
So be (slipping) strong
You can't go
You can't go
You can't go wrong
So be (slipping) strong
You can't go
You can't go
You can't go wrong
You can't go worng
You can't go wrong
You can't go worng
The lyrics of Spacehog's song Almond Kisses exude a deep longing for the return of a lost love. The singer is experiencing a deep emotional pain, which is evident from the imagery depicted in the lyrics. The lines "Slow breeze slipping through my fingers" and "Wet face pressed against a window" create a sense of sadness and desperation. The singer is desperate to reconnect with someone who has left and is looking for any indication of their return, as shown in "A neon tear illuminates the sign."
The "Almond Kisses" mentioned in the chorus is a metaphor for the singer's past relationship. These kisses must be particularly special since they are referred to as "the best kiss you ever had." The singer implores their partner to "come back to me" because they are the only thing that can alleviate the singer's feelings of loneliness and despair.
The second verse uses sensual imagery to convey the passion and intensity of the relationship. The lines "Boy's breath is humid to the nipple" and "As Passion: she sparks the fire for more" create a vivid picture of a steamy, physical relationship. However, the despair of the first verse continues to permeate the song. The line "As Conscience: she topples to the floor" suggests that the intense relationship led to the end of it.
Overall, the song is a soulful expression of a deep emotional pain, and it captures the listener's attention with its poignant and passionate lyrics.
Line by Line Meaning
Slow breeze slipping through my fingers
I feel a gentle breeze but cannot grasp it, like many things in life that slip away.
Cold dreams ejected from my mind
I wake up and forget the dreams I had while asleep, like they were pushed out of my head.
Wet face pressed against a window
I cry and my tears cling to the glass, making my face feel wet against it.
A neon tear illuminates the sign
One of the lights from a neon sign refracts to make it look like a tear, casting an illuminating glow.
Almond kisses, almond kisses
The memory of a sweet kiss reminds me of its almond flavor.
Best kiss you ever had
The kiss was very memorable and special, the best one I've experienced.
Come back
I miss the person who gave me the almond kiss and want them to return to me.
Back to me
I want the person to come back to me and reignite the passion we once shared.
Boy's breath is humid to the nipple
The boy's breath is so warm it makes me shiver, and my nipple becomes erect due to the sensation.
As Conscience: she topples to the floor
I have a sudden moment of clarity, where my conscience falls apart and I am lost in the moment.
Ice, cold, tingles in the morning
The chill of the morning gives me a tingling sensation, like the anticipation of passion.
As Passion: she sparks the fire for more
Passion is reignited and I crave it even more than before.
So be (slipping) strong
If something is slipping away, be strong and try to hold onto it.
You can't go wrong
Having faith and being confident will lead to success, and everything will fall into place.
Contributed by Gavin T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.