1. 'The … Read Full Bio ↴There are two artists that perform under the name 'Damned'
1. 'The Damned', punk rock band from London, UK.
2. 'DAMNED', a visual kei/J-rock band from Tokyo, Japan.
1. The Damned are a punk rock band started in 1976 in London, UK. Despite being one of the definitive early punk bands they were also one of the most ambitious; with their later albums moving away from gothic rock to psychedelic rock.
They are notable for being the first of the British punk bands to release a single, put out an album, and tour the United States. Their debut album, Damned Damned Damned, was released six months before The Sex Pistols' debut, Never Mind The Bollocks.
The Damned have dissolved and reformed many times, with singer Dave Vanian remaining the sole constant. They have incorporated many styles in their music, most notably garage rock, psychedelic music, the British theatrical rock of Screaming Lord Sutch and The Sensational Alex Harvey Band, and New Romantic.
In addition to serving as inspiration for many of the young bands who created hardcore punk in the US, The Damned are also generally regarded as one of the founders of goth music.
Original members Dave Vanian (David Lett), Captain Sensible (Raymond Burns), and Rat Scabies (Chris Millar) were all members of the semi-legendary Masters of the Backside which included future Pretenders frontwoman Chrissie Hynde.
Original guitarist Brian James (Brian Robertson) was a member of the early punk band London SS, a unit that never played live, but whose members later found fame in bands including The Clash and Generation X. Rat Scabies was also tried as the drummer for London SS, but was rejected.
Maintaining the goth connection, between 1996 and 2004 the bass guitarist of the Damned was one-time the Sisters of Mercy / the Sisterhood / Gun Club member Patricia Morrison. Morrison married Dave Vanian in 1996 but left the band after the birth of their daughter Emily. She originally joined the band after bassist Paul Grey was injured during a concert.
Discography:
Damned, Damned, Damned – February 25, 1977 (# 36)
Music For Pleasure – November 18, 1977
Machine Gun Etiquette – November 2, 1979 (# 31)
The Black Album – October 20, 1980 (# 29)
Strawberries – October 1, 1982 (# 15)
Phantasmagoria – July 15, 1985 (# 11)
Anything – December 5, 1986 (# 40)
Not of This Earth – November 11, 1995 (Retitled I'm Alright Jack & The Beanstalk in the UK, Germany and Sweden)
Grave Disorder – August 21, 2001
So, Who's Paranoid? – October 28, 2008
Evil Spirits – April 13, 2018
Darkadelic - April 28, 2023
2. DAMNED are a visual kei, J-rock band starting activities with the concept of "V-kei Loudcore" on September 16, 2022.
Actual members:
Vo.一音
Gt.Kou.
Gt.酔花
Ba.咲薇
Dr.Masaya
See Her Tonite
The Damned Lyrics
Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴
Well, it's not so clear, she's got nothing to say
It don't happen at all, it's not her day
She don't like god and plastic's a con
She can't stand fools who think it's right to be wrong
Oh, she's so cool, see her tonite
She don't fit in any so-called scene
And she don't like going where she's already been
Afraid rock'n'roll's gonna end up like art
She can't stop what she can't even start
And oh, she's so cool, see her tonite
Oh, she's no fool I want to see her tonite
Oh, she's so cool I want to see her tonite
Yeah, she's no fool I want to see her tonite
It's not so clear, she's got nothing to say
It don't happen at all, it's not your day
She don't like god and plastic's a con
She can't stand fools who think it's right to be wrong
Oh she's so cool, see her tonite
Oh she's no fool I want to see her tonite
Oh she's so cool I want to see her tonite
Oh she's no fool I want to see her tonite
I want to see her tonite
I want to see her tonite
I want to see her tonite
I want to see her tonite
I want to see her tonite
I want to see her tonite
I want to see her tonite
The Damned's song 'See Her Tonite' is a fascinating tune that incorporates elements of punk, rock, and new wave music. The song's lyrics are centered around a woman who is portrayed as someone with a strong personality and a unique worldview. The first verse suggests that this woman is not easily understood by others, as she may not always have something to say or be in a good mood. However, the chorus emphasizes that she is cool and not a fool, which seems to be an indication that the singer is attracted to her and wants to spend time with her.
The second verse expands on the woman's character, as she is depicted as someone who does not fit in with any particular group or scene. She also appears to be critical of the music industry's commercialization of rock and roll, and may hold an unfavorable opinion of art as well. The song concludes with a repetition of the chorus, as the singer reiterates his desire to see this fascinating woman.
The lyrics of 'See Her Tonite' suggest that the woman being described is someone who values authenticity and may hold unconventional beliefs compared to mainstream society. The song's upbeat and energetic rhythm, combined with its catchy melody, make it a standout track on The Damned's 1979 album 'Machine Gun Etiquette'.
Line by Line Meaning
Well, it's not so clear, she's got nothing to say
She seems to be an enigmatic person with no clear thoughts or opinions to express.
It don't happen at all, it's not her day
Things are not going well for her at the moment.
She don't like god and plastic's a con
She is not a fan of religion and thinks that plastic is a scam.
She can't stand fools who think it's right to be wrong
She has no tolerance for people who knowingly make the wrong choices.
Oh, she's so cool, see her tonite
She is a fascinating person and it would be great to meet her tonight.
Yeah, she's no fool, I want to see her tonite
She is intelligent and worth getting to know, so I really want to meet her tonight.
She don't fit in any so-called scene
She doesn't conform to any particular group or subculture.
And she don't like going where she's already been
She prefers new experiences over repeating old ones.
Afraid rock'n'roll's gonna end up like art
She worries that the music she loves will become commercialized and commodified like other forms of art.
She can't stop what she can't even start
She doesn't always have control over her own life and circumstances.
It's not so clear, she's got nothing to say
Once again, it's unclear what she is really thinking or feeling.
It don't happen at all, it's not your day
Once again, things are not going well for her or anyone around her.
I want to see her tonite
The singer really wants to meet this fascinating and complex person tonight and connect with her on a deeper level.
I want to see her tonite
The desire to meet her is so strong it bears repeating.
I want to see her tonite
The urgency to meet her is still present and unrelenting.
I want to see her tonite
The desire to connect with her is so strong that the artist can't think of anything else.
I want to see her tonite
Still longing to meet her, the artist is fixated on this one goal.
I want to see her tonite
The desperation to meet her continues to consume the singer until the very end of the song.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: BRIAN JAMES
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Not Kidding
on Shakin’ All Over
English artist
Pierre Clary
on Feel the Pain
DROP SOME BLUES = take some 3french blues3 pills -popular amphetamine and barbiturate drug since the '60's, see movie Quadrophenia