Both Emery and O who went on to play with Rozz Williams (from fellow Deathrock band Christian Death) in his next band, Shadow Project during the 1990s. Jill also played bass in the Alternative rock band Hole on their 1991 debut album Pretty On The Inside.
Steve Darrow went on to play in Hollywood Rose, the pre-Guns N' Roses band that featured Axl Rose and Izzy Stradlin
Night Stalker
Super Heroines Lyrics
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this feeling fascinates my soul
i've got this feeling way deep below
breaking the limit, breaking the limit
the farther he goes
breaking the limit the farther he goes
richard, richard
have you ever cried?
he's the night stalker
he's the night stalker
he's the night stalker
he's a sleek black tom cat
sneaking through your way
he won't say a word
don't stand in his way
he don't need a weapon
he does it for a laugh
he won't say a word
his eyes will pierce your back
richard, richard
Can you close your eyes?
You got me hypnotized!
he's the night stalker
he's the night stalker
he's the night stalker
some of them live to say
some of them tell lies
hey richard how 'bout that one
what was trapped behind your eyes
did you ever realize
what a strange appetite, do you realize?
did yiu kiss them good night?
richard, richard, do you realize
they want you crucified
he's the night stalker
he's the night stalker
he's the night stalker
i want to speak to mr r.r.
would he have spared me
would he have pulled his gun out
if i was on my knees
he'll rip you up
he'll stick it in
yeah you've got the stuff richard
"you're welcome, please come in"
richard, richard
Have you ever cried?
Behind someone elses eyes?
he's the night stalker
he's the night stalker
he's thenight stalker
The lyrics of Super Heroines' Night Stalker convey a deep-seated fascination with the titular character, who is described as someone who breaks limits and rules with a sense of malicious glee. The singer's narration indicates that the Night Stalker is an enigmatic figure, akin to a "sleek black tomcat" who moves silently through his environment. The singer's repeated questions to "Richard" suggest an obsession with the character's dark and mysterious nature. However, the central question "Do you realize?" leads the listener to question whether the Night Stalker is aware of the violence and chaos that he causes, whether out of a sense of sociopathy or some other unknown motive. The song's final verse takes a disturbing turn as the singer directly addresses the Night Stalker, pushing him to reveal his true nature and motivations.
Overall, the lyrics to Night Stalker present a visceral and haunting portrait of a character whose motives and personality remain shrouded in mystery. The singer's sense of attraction and repulsion towards the Night Stalker creates a sense of uncertainty and tension, which is mirrored in the song's minimalistic instrumentation.
Line by Line Meaning
it ticks way deep below this urge
The urge to commit crimes is deeply ingrained in him.
this feeling fascinates my soul
This feeling of being a criminal is thrilling and intoxicating.
i've got this feeling way deep below
The feeling of being a criminal is deeply rooted within me.
breaking the limit, breaking the limit
He enjoys pushing the boundaries of what he can get away with.
the farther he goes
As he commits more crimes, he becomes emboldened and ventures further.
richard, richard
Addressing the infamous serial killer, Richard Ramirez.
have you ever cried?
Asking if he has ever shown remorse for his actions.
Do you realize?
Questioning if he understands the gravity of his crimes.
he's the night stalker
Referring to Richard Ramirez and his nickname the Night Stalker.
he's a sleek black tom cat
Comparing Ramirez to a stealthy predator, lurking in the darkness.
sneaking through your way
He moves quietly and with purpose, slipping in and out undetected.
he won't say a word
He operates in silence, adding to the terror he instills.
don't stand in his way
Warning others to stay away from him, as he is dangerous.
he don't need a weapon
He doesn't require any tools to carry out his sinister deeds.
he does it for a laugh
He commits atrocities simply for the sake of it, finding enjoyment in the chaos he creates.
his eyes will pierce your back
His gaze is cold and penetrating, instilling dread in his victims.
Can you close your eyes?
Asking if Richard can block out the reality of his heinous crimes.
You got me hypnotized!
The Night Stalker has captivated and intrigued the singer with his crimes.
some of them live to say
Some of his victims survived to recount their harrowing experiences.
some of them tell lies
Some people don't believe his victims' stories and dismiss them as falsehoods.
hey richard how 'bout that one
Asking Ramirez about a particular victim and their account of the assault.
what was trapped behind your eyes
Questioning what demons drive Ramirez to commit such horrific acts.
did you ever realize
Asking Richard if he understands the gravity of his actions.
what a strange appetite, do you realize?
Commenting on Ramirez's disturbing and unquenchable thirst for violence.
did yiu kiss them good night?
Asking if Ramirez ever killed children with a disturbing tone.
they want you crucified
Society wants justice for Ramirez's crimes and punishment according to law.
i want to speak to mr r.r.
The singer wants to engage Ramirez in conversation to understand his dark psyche.
would he have spared me
Wondering if the Night Stalker would have overlooked the artist due to attraction or fascination with their crimes.
would he have pulled his gun out
Asking whether Ramirez would have killed the artist for getting in his way or threatening to expose him.
if i was on my knees
The singer thinks it possible that they could have ended up at Ramirez's mercy, had circumstances been different.
he'll rip you up
Warning that if you get too close, the Night Stalker will hurt you.
he'll stick it in
Imagery of violence and torture.
you've got the stuff richard
The singer may have qualities that impress or intrigue the Night Stalker, meriting attention or scrutiny.
"you're welcome, please come in"
A chilling invitation to engage more deeply with the world of the Night Stalker.
Behind someone elses eyes?
Paralleling the earlier question of whether Richard can block out the reality of his crimes, this line asks if there is anyone who can empathize with or understand the dark and twisted mindset of the Night Stalker.
Contributed by Cameron G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.