Their most popular song is probably "Glass Vase, Cello Case", which was the love theme for the indie romantic comedy But I'm A Cheerleader. (The soundtrack for this film was never pressed.)
Girls Go to Heaven
Tattle Tale Lyrics
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Maybe you'll tear her apart if you try hard enough
Swim in her big visions maybe you'll fit somewhere with her up there in Heaven
I don't know where she went but she's been saved from your hands of rage
She's gone to Heaven and she's gone forever
It's too late to say that you loved her even though you beat her
That you loved her even though you used her
She's gone to Heaven and she's gone forever
Heaven... Heaven... In Heaven... In Heaven
The lyrics to Tattle Tale's song Girls Go to Heaven carry a heavy message about domestic violence and the irreversible consequences that follow from an abusive relationship. The first stanza throws light on the brutality of the situation as it says, "Throw your fist to the bucket of her heart, Maybe you'll tear her apart if you try hard enough." The imagery suggests that the abuser is not only violent but also maliciously digging into the victim's heart. The next line, "Swim in her big visions, maybe you'll fit somewhere with her up there in Heaven" indicates that the victim has hopes and dreams of a better future, but the abuser is incapable of understanding or sharing those aspirations.
The chorus of the song, "She's gone to Heaven, and she's gone forever. It's too late to say that you loved her, even though you beat her," delivers the ultimate blow to the abuser's claims of love. It's too late to apologize or show contrition for the abuse inflicted upon the victim. The chorus repeats the thought, emphasizing that the victim has found peace in heaven, while the abuser will have to live with the consequences of their actions for the rest of their life.
The song's overall message serves as an important reminder to society that domestic violence is a brutal and harmful reality that needs to be acknowledged and eliminated. It's not just a mere mistake but a heinous crime that can lead to the destruction of an individual's life.
Line by Line Meaning
Throw your fist to the bucket of her heart
Try to break her down by hurting her emotionally
Maybe you'll tear her apart if you try hard enough
The more you try to hurt her, the more damage you'll do
Swim in her big visions maybe you'll fit somewhere with her up there in Heaven
If you understand her dreams, you might find a place for yourself in her life
I don't know where she went but she's been saved from your hands of rage
She's gone away from you and your abusive behavior and is now safe
She's gone to Heaven and she's gone forever
She's no longer with us; she's moved on to a better place
It's too late to say that you loved her even though you beat her
Violence negates any claim of love
That you loved her even though you used her
Simply loving someone isn't enough when you treat them poorly
That you loved her even though you killed her
Killing someone is the ultimate expression of hatred, not love
Heaven... Heaven... In Heaven... In Heaven
Repeatedly expressing the idea of moving on to a peaceful, happy afterlife
Contributed by Evelyn O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Naomi Ari
this song is so sad and depressing, yet so beautiful... wish music like this was recognized more
neros1234
i love this song so much <3
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Jake Ingersoll
Where did you find a picture of them?, Let alone the song. I know the CD is super rare.
MrSorror
It was some years ago, can't even remember :) But I knew Tattle Tale should live on.