Best known for his participation in Queens Of The Stone Age, Van Leeuwen is joined by Serrina Sims, Norm Block on drums (Mark Lanegan Band, Plexi) and Eddie Nappi on bass (Mark Lanegan Band, Handsome) in his second ensemble. Named after a Bowie B-side, Sweethead may well be a hit with purveyors of West Coast sultry rock as the band ride the star power of the vampish Sims, who belts out "her seedy glam tunes with a seductive assurance on par with Chrissie Hynde and Kleveland's Stephanie Smith. 'Slashed tires and a cut of vampires left you open to a right-wing malevolence,' she hisses enigmatically amid Van Leeuwen's seesawing chords and a sinisterly insistent Stooges piano lurking just below the waterline of 'The Great Disruptors.' It's that modern rarity - a straight-up hard-rock song that's not ironic or stupid, infused instead with plenty of glittery atmosphere and sexual danger. Sims maintains her cool allure even on faster, punk-style rave-ups like 'We Turned Our Backs,' raising expectations all the higher for the album." - Falling James, LA Weekly.
Produced by Troy, The Great Disruptors EP is like a night out on Hollywood Boulevard with a Jack and Coke in your hand; all rock and roll swagger and a fantastic taster of what's to expect on their forthcoming album, set for a November 2, 2009 release.
SWEETHEAD is Troy Van Leeuwen and Serrina Sims, with Norm Block and Eddie Nappi.
The Sting
Sweethead Lyrics
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No direction
Survivors
No reflection
We're just dumb animals
Let's not get cynical
We were forced into this
It's something we should love
Perfect and natural
Nothing to be wary of
It's divine and carnal
It's a primitive thing
Oh look out now
Here comes the sting
We're thrivers
No direction
Survivors
No reflection
It's the warm hum
The constant buzz within
Well stop the condemnation
It's original sin without the sin
It's a primitive thing
Oh lookout now
Here comes the sting
Yeah a habitual thing
Oh Hallelujah
Here comes the sting
The lyrics of the song "The Sting" by Sweethead deliver a message about the natural and animalistic aspect of human nature. The lines, "We're just dumb animals/Let's not get cynical," point to the idea that human beings can at times behave in a primal and instinctual manner. This behavior might seem primitive or uncivilized, but the song suggests that it's a natural part of our makeup. The lines, "It's divine and carnal/It's something we should love," suggest that there is something beautiful and worth celebrating about our primal instincts.
The chorus repeatedly warns of the "sting" that comes with this primitive behavior, suggesting that while it may be natural to behave in certain ways, there are also consequences. The lyrics, "It's a primitive thing/Oh, look out now/Here comes the sting," suggest that giving in to our animalistic tendencies can sometimes lead us astray or cause harm.
Overall, "The Sting" seems to be a message of acceptance, both of the natural aspect of our human nature, and the potential cost of that acceptance.
Line by Line Meaning
We're thrivers
We are people who are resourceful and capable of surviving.
No direction
We do not have a specific goal or aim.
Survivors
We are people who are able to persist in difficult situations.
No reflection
We do not take time to think deeply about our experiences or actions.
We're just dumb animals
We are not always rational or intelligent in our behavior.
Let's not get cynical
We should avoid being negative or distrustful of others.
We were forced into this
We did not choose our circumstances.
No getting biblical
We should not rely on religious explanations for our experiences.
It's something we should love
We should appreciate and enjoy this aspect of life.
Perfect and natural
It is a flawless and innate part of existence.
Nothing to be wary of
We should not feel afraid or suspicious of it.
It's divine and carnal
It has both heavenly and earthly qualities.
It's a primitive thing
It is a basic, instinctual part of our nature.
Oh look out now
Be prepared for something forthcoming.
Here comes the sting
An unpleasant consequence or effect is coming.
Yeah a habitual thing
It is something that we do repeatedly and instinctively.
Oh Hallelujah
Expressing exultation, relief or gratitude.
Here comes the sting
An unpleasant consequence or effect is coming.
Contributed by Brayden Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
analy
i love it.. nice band *-*
Paulo Grua
Great song!
dekacster
do you know them? in my opinoin one of the greatest "side-band" nowadays. thx for watching! keep it up :D
Paulo Grua
I actually didn't know them! But usually I like everything Troy does!
keitaro21
I like this sound !
NavyElephantis
does anyone have tabs?
USCFlash
Great tune
Paulo Grua
@dekacster They could do a tour and release more stuff! Every project Tory's in is great!
Klaus Vikgren
Fuck me... this is some good shit <3
dekacster
@MrVictorPhineas yeah man there all awesome. thats why i said one of them :D but do you know Enemy? troys first side band. this stuff is also pretty good :)