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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Blockbuster
The Jesus Lizard Lyrics
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Here I come, here I come, with my dick in my hand
Do you think you'd like to have a blockbuster up your ass
Do you think you'd like that, well do ya motherfucker
Do ya, motherfucker
Do ya
We'll smash your eggs and then your head and we'll nab your kids
Take 'em outback on the deck and barbeque their ribs
Do you think you'd like that, well do ya motherfucker
Do ya, motherfucker
Do ya
Your first mistake was to think you could fuck with the ranch
Here I come, here I come, with my dick in my hand
Do you think you'd like to have a blockbuster up your ass
Do you think you'd like that, well do ya motherfucker
Do ya, motherfucker
Do ya, motherfucker
Do ya, motherfucker
Do ya
The Jesus Lizard's song "Blockbuster" is known for its raw and aggressive lyrics that depict violent and disturbing imagery. The song begins with a warning to anyone who dares to mess with "the ranch," which could be interpreted as a metaphor for something valuable or important that should not be messed with. The lyrics then take a sexual turn as the singer threatens to impose sexual violence on the person who dared to challenge the ranch. The line "do you think you'd like to have a blockbuster up your ass?" is particularly graphic and disturbing.
The song then takes a violent turn as the singer describes how he and his group will not only hurt the person in question but also go after their family members. The lyrics describe how they will "smash your eggs and then your head and we'll nab your kids." This imagery is particularly disturbing and graphic, leaving the listener with a sense of disgust and unease.
Overall, "Blockbuster" is a song that explores themes of violence, sexual aggression, and dominance. The lyrics are raw and unapologetic, leaving little room for interpretation. The song is a classic example of The Jesus Lizard's trademark sound, which is known for its abrasive and noisy qualities.
Line by Line Meaning
Your first mistake was to think you could fuck with the ranch
You made a grave error by attempting to mess with something that you clearly shouldn't have, probably the Jesus Lizard's territory.
Here I come, here I come, with my dick in my hand
I'm approaching prepared for any confrontation.
Do you think you'd like to have a blockbuster up your ass
Would you enjoy being destroyed by something of great size and magnitude?
Do you think you'd like that, well do ya motherfucker
Are you really sure that's what you want?
We'll smash your eggs and then your head and we'll nab your kids
We'll destroy everything you hold dear and kidnap your loved ones in the process.
Take 'em outback on the deck and barbeque their ribs
We'll even go so far as to cook and consume their body parts as a form of ultimate disrespect.
Throw their heads into your ivy, water them with piss
We'll then take the remaining body parts and disgracefully scatter them around, using bodily fluids in the process.
Do ya, motherfucker
Again, are you really, truly sure this is what you want?
Your first mistake was to think you could fuck with the ranch
Let me reiterate, you really messed up by attempting to interfere with us.
Here I come, here I come, with my dick in my hand
I'm still approaching, fully ready for confrontation.
Do ya, motherfucker
One last chance to back out before we unleash complete destruction on you.
Do ya, motherfucker
Seriously, do you want to mess with us or not?
Do ya, motherfucker
Last warning, choose wisely.
Lyrics © Downtown Music Publishing
Written by: CAREY F MCNEILLY, DAVID L YOW, DAVID WILLIAM SIMS, DUANE DENISON
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