After a brief run as a recording-only project based in Austin, founding vocalist David Yow, bassist David Wm. Sims and guitarist Duane Denison relocated to Chicago, Illinois in 1989, finding kindred spirits in recording engineer Steve Albini and the Touch and Go Records imprint. With the addition of drummer Mac McNeilly, they began operating as a live band, expanding their following beyond Chicago's alternative scene into an international audience. Drummer Jim Kimball replaced McNeilly late in 1996, and was himself replaced by Brendan Murphy two years later.
Despite releasing a split single with leading alt-rockers Nirvana and signing to Capitol Records, the band failed to find commercial success amid the alternative rock explosion of the 1990s, and disbanded in 1999. Their reunion from 2008 to 2010 and following tour enjoyed positive responses from audiences and critics.
In October 2013, The Jesus Lizard were set to play at the All Tomorrow's Parties event Release the Bats in Melbourne, Australia. They cancelled this show due to "unforeseen circumstances."
Members:
David Yow - vocals;
Duane Denison - guitars;
David Wm. Sims - bass;
Mac McNeilly - drums.
Former members:
Jim Kimball - drums;
Brendan Murphy - drums.
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Anna
The Jesus Lizard Lyrics
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Berta
Carla
Dieter
Peter
Letmeinletmeout
Letmeinletmeout
Letmeinletmeout
The lyrics to the song "Anna" by The Jesus Lizard are quite cryptic and can be interpreted in various ways depending on the listener's perceptions. The repetition of names creates a sense of familiarity and closeness, almost as if the singer is addressing a group of people they know intimately. However, the line "letmeinletmeout" indicates a sense of entrapment or confinement, as if the singer is stuck in a situation they cannot escape.
Some listeners have interpreted the lyrics as a reference to mental illness or addiction, with the repeated names representing different personalities or alter-egos. The line about being let in or out could then represent a struggle for control over one's own mind or addictive tendencies. Others have suggested that the song is about someone trapped in an abusive relationship, with the names representing different figures in their life that they feel powerless against.
Line by Line Meaning
Anna
Addressing the person named Anna
Berta
Addressing the person named Berta
Carla
Addressing the person named Carla
Dieter
Addressing the person named Dieter
Peter
Addressing the person named Peter
Letmeinletmeout
Repeating the plea to be let in or out
Letmeinletmeout
Repeating the plea to be let in or out
Letmeinletmeout
Repeating the plea to be let in or out
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Written by: Walter Junie Morrison
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