1) A Montreal-based psychobil… Read Full Bio ↴There are two artists with this name:
1) A Montreal-based psychobilly horror-punk band.
2) An Atlanta-based New Wave band who released two albums in the early eighties, both produced by Steve Lillywhite. Notable releases include “Money Changes Everything,” later covered by Cyndi Lauper.
Misery
The Brains Lyrics
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give me what i need
keep me flying high don't let me hit the ground
keep me out of MY MISERY
give me what i need
keep me flying high
i got smashed up and beaten down, i gotta watch my mouth
sit down for another round, but they told me to get out
fuck you man you're out of hand. better not come around
keep me out of MY MISERY
give me what i need
keep me flying high don't let me hit the ground
keep me out of MY MISERY
give me what i need
keep me flying high
on my way home i hit a bend, engine revving high
I wrapped that bitch around a tree, I'm lucky i didn't die
my back's fucked up and my legs got crushed, poppin' pills all the time
the doctor gave me those crazy drugs and now im feeling fine
keep me out of MY MISERY
give me what i need
keep me flying high don't let me hit the ground
keep me out of MY MISERY
give me what i need
keep me flying high
The Brains's song "Misery" is a reflection of the band's personal struggles with addiction and the desire to escape from the pain and chaos of reality. The chorus "keep me out of my misery, give me what I need, keep me flying high don't let me hit the ground" represents a cry for help, an admission of their dependence on drugs or alcohol, which they feel is necessary for them to function.
The lyrics describe a rough night out that resulted in physical injury and an altercation that led them to be kicked out. They turn to substance abuse to numb the pain of the injuries and the emotional turmoil of being excluded from their social scene. The bridge describes a reckless car crash, which further highlights their self-destructive tendencies. The doctor prescribes them medication, which they become dependent on, leading to a cycle of addiction and pain that they cannot break free from.
Overall, "Misery" is a poignant portrayal of addiction and the desperation to escape from reality, even if it means harming oneself in the process.
Line by Line Meaning
keep me out of MY MISERY
I don't want to feel the pain that's inside of me.
give me what i need
Provide me with what I feel is necessary to numb my pain.
keep me flying high don't let me hit the ground
Help me stay in a state of numbness by keeping me high and avoiding any triggering situations.
my head's all busted my nose is bloody, another rough night out
I had a bad night out, and it physically shows.
i got smashed up and beaten down, i gotta watch my mouth
I got into trouble because I said something I shouldn't have.
sit down for another round, but they told me to get out
I wanted to have another drink, but I was kicked out.
fuck you man you're out of hand. better not come around
I lashed out at someone who confronted me about my behavior.
on my way home i hit a bend, engine revving high
I was reckless while driving home and lost control.
I wrapped that bitch around a tree, I'm lucky i didn't die
I had a serious accident while driving.
my back's fucked up and my legs got crushed, poppin' pills all the time
I suffered serious injuries and I'm using prescription medication to treat them.
the doctor gave me those crazy drugs and now im feeling fine
The medication the doctor gave me has numbed me to the pain.
Writer(s): Andre Gray, Kunley Mccarthy, Kali Mccarthy Copyright: Abood Music Limited
Contributed by Jayce E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
John Young
Was at this gig... what a lineup. One of the greatest shows I've ever been to. If you ever get the chance to see these guys live, don't pass it up they are phenomenal live!
LittleLindz13
So amazing. I love this. This band is really underrated even in the scene. I wish they were doing the whole tour with Reverend Horton Heat.I'll take this over Whiskey Shivers any day.
inthepeaceofthenight
awesome song, amazing album. you guys just keep getting better and better!
Marko Visić
Underrated band,they are in line with Demented Are Go, Mad Sin, Nekromantix, Koffin Kats, Banane Metalik! Always on my psychobilly playlist....
Norvan Zanders
Couldn't have said it better.
Tempus Aroshi
True it's underrated and fucking good
Sladjana Popovic
Pa ko je to najpametniji? Bravo! 👍👍👍
Nobody
Better have The Meteors on that playlist BOY!
Marko Visić
Rezurex too!
Brittney Brisbin
This band is so cool, I love it!🖤