The band includes bassist Kathi Wilcox (of Bikini Kill), keyboardist Kenny Mellman (of Kiki & Herb), drummer Carmine Covelli, and guitarist Sara Landeau (who Hanna met through Girls Rock Camp).
In December 2010, the Julie Ruin previewed a performance at the Knitting Factory in Brooklyn, New York.
In 2012, the Julie Ruin released the song "Girls Like Us," featuring queercore artist Vaginal Davis, as a free download as part of a series inspired by the book Real Man Adventures by T. Cooper.
The band's first album, Run Fast, was released on September 3, 2013, by Dischord Records. The first track, "Oh Come On," was released in June of that year.
The band's second album, Hit Reset, was released on July 8, 2016, by Hardly Art Records. The first track "I Decide" was released on April 11, 2016.
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Ha Ha Ha
The Julie Ruin Lyrics
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and made yourself the beating heart
I was the one who stole your crown
you were the one with the biggest mouth
now if anti you means anti us
I guess we just bit the dust
cuz in reverse it’s still a pageant
oh so cursed and not real magic
ha ha ha ha armageddon
ha ha ha ha armageddon
ha ha ha ha armageddon
ha ha ha ha armageddon
just like Jim Jones you’re charismatic
you spin your lies like an acrobat
it pains me so having to see
you self destruct so publicly
but if anti you means anti us
I guess we just bit the dust
cuz in reverse it’s still a pageant
oh so cursed and not real magic
ha ha ha ha armageddon
ha ha ha ha armageddon
ha ha ha ha armageddon
ha ha ha ha armageddon
you’re a roadblock dressed like a solution
an ambush with no ammunition
a pretty picture of a neutron bomb
a war started over a suburban lawn
I hear you talk talk but I can tell
you’re more histrionic than historical
you’re just a fake well read super mean girl
who I don’t want anywhere near my world
and if anti you means anti us
I guess we just bit the dust
cuz in reverse it’s still a fucking pageant
oh so cursed and not real magic
ha ha ha ha armageddon
ha ha ha ha armageddon
ha ha ha ha armageddon
ha ha ha ha armageddon
ha ha armageddon
ha ha armageddon
ha ha armageddon
ha ha armageddon
The Julie Ruin's song Ha Ha Ha is a powerful commentary on toxic relationships and the fallacy of superficial charm. The song is written from the perspective of someone who has been hurt by another person's manipulative behavior. The opening lines, "You wrote the plot out from the start and made yourself the beating heart," suggest that the other person had a plan all along and carefully crafted a persona that hid their true intentions.
The chorus of the song is catchy and repetitive, with the lyrics "ha ha ha ha armageddon" repeated multiple times. This repetition emphasizes the sarcastic tone of the lyrics and reflects the singer's frustration and anger towards the other person. Furthermore, the use of "armageddon" highlights the seriousness of the situation while also suggesting that this dramatic person might be overreacting.
The second verse focuses on the other person's charm and lying abilities, with lots of figurative language to describe their behavior. The lyrics "just like Jim Jones you're charismatic, you spin your lies like an acrobat" references the cult leader who convinced many people to commit mass suicide in 1978, highlighting the danger of charismatic leaders who use their power to manipulate others.
Overall, the song Ha Ha Ha is an indictment of toxic relationships and manipulative people. It shows the emotional impact of someone who has been deceived and betrayed and the struggle to break away from a destructive influence.
Line by Line Meaning
you wrote the plot out from the start
You had planned everything from the beginning.
and made yourself the beating heart
You held the power and control.
I was the one who stole your crown
I took away your dominance.
you were the one with the biggest mouth
You were the loudest and most boastful.
now if anti you means anti us
If opposing you means opposing all of us.
I guess we just bit the dust
We have failed and lost to you.
cuz in reverse it’s still a pageant
The situation is just a fake competition.
oh so cursed and not real magic
It's a terrible situation with no actual power or enchantment.
ha ha ha ha armageddon
Mocking laugh at the impending doom.
just like Jim Jones you’re charismatic
Like Jim Jones, you possess a magnetic charm.
you spin your lies like an acrobat
You manipulate and deceive with agility.
it pains me so having to see
It hurts me to have to witness.
you self destruct so publicly
You are publicly destroying yourself.
you’re a roadblock dressed like a solution
You are an obstacle pretending to be the answer.
an ambush with no ammunition
An attack with no real power or strategy.
a pretty picture of a neutron bomb
A beautiful facade disguising destruction.
a war started over a suburban lawn
A meaningless conflict over something small.
I hear you talk talk but I can tell
I hear your words, but I see through them.
you’re more histrionic than historical
You are overly dramatic instead of factual.
you’re just a fake well read super mean girl
You pretend to be intelligent, but you are cruel and fake.
who I don’t want anywhere near my world
I do not want you around me.
and if anti you means anti us
If opposing you means opposing us all.
I guess we just bit the dust
We have failed and lost to you.
cuz in reverse it’s still a fucking pageant
The situation is still a fake competition.
oh so cursed and not real magic
It's a terrible situation with no actual power or enchantment.
ha ha ha ha armageddon
Mocking laugh at the impending doom.
ha ha armageddon
Mocking laugh at the impending doom.
ha ha armageddon
Mocking laugh at the impending doom.
ha ha armageddon
Mocking laugh at the impending doom.
Contributed by Jordan L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
bikinikillers
This song has so many amazing elements: 60s guitar, 80s synth, modern pop, and Kathleen Hanna's classic voice. Freaking awesome!
Gareth Griffiths
A great voice, though slightly reminiscent of Poly Styrene of X-Ray Spex
DreoLeo
UGHHH I love this one! I think this is my fave of all Julie Ruin songs. Can't wait till September's album!
michaella jackson
Kathleen Hanna can do no wrong.
fordhouse8b
Well shew did release the song I’m With Her, so there’s that.
Keith & Amanda Hall
Nor right.
Maty As
So good to see Kathleen making music again! so good!
braf zachland
one of the coolest ppl of my generation...kathleen hanna
this is my fav song on the album.
human_
BEST SONG ON THE ALBUM -- so danceable
Lemanie Torlay
Why don't you guys play this song live?? It's my favorite on the album.