Wanting to cut themselves off from their pasts, Mosshart and Hince considered their new project to be Year Zero in their careers, so they renamed themselves "VV" and "Hotel" respectively and began writing sparse, minimalist songs together with the aid of a drum machine. In 2001 they showcased their new songs on a well received demo tape. In true punk rock fashion, however, the pair shunned approaches from major record labels. Recording as VV and Hotel, they contributed the song "Restaurant Blouse" to the compilation If the Twenty-First Century Did Not Exist, It Would Be Necessary to Invent It. Shortly after this they recorded their debut release, the Black Rooster EP, which saw release on British indie label Domino Records and was picked up for distribution by Dim Mak Records in the United States.
Following international touring, they entered Toe Rag studios to record their debut album Keep on Your Mean Side, mostly on 8-track, in just 2 weeks.
Popular indie band, the xx, name The Kills as the major influence for having a male/female lead singer combo: http://edition.cnn.com/2010/SHOWBIZ/Music/04/05/xx.interview/index.html?iref=allsearch
Their second album, No Wow, was released by Domino records on February 21, 2005. Featuring an artier, less guitar rock sound, the record embraced New Wave and post punk influences and sounded even more stripped down than Keep on Your Mean Side. The first single, The Good Ones, was released on February 7, 2005 and reached number 23 in the UK singles charts.
VV sang the song Meds on Placebo's 2006 eponymous album.
Their third album Midnight Boom was released March 10, 2008. It was followed by 5 different singles since its release.
Baby Says
The Kills Lyrics
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Take you off and make your blood hum
And tremble like the fairground lights
And baby says if ever you see skin as fair
Or eyes as deep and as black as mine
I'll know you're lying
From all your sleeping dogs, you thugs of God
I'll get one yet
Baby says for all I've forsaken
Make something of all the noise
And the mess you're making
And all the time's it's taken
Baby says there's death in these silver curls
That break up in jails
Send you diving for pearls
Without a care in the world
Baby says she's dying to meet you
Take you off and make your blood hum
And tremble like the Crimbal Lights
Baby says a howl of romance I'll get
From all your sleeping dogs, you thugs of God
I'll get one yet
The Kills's song "Baby Says" is a hauntingly seductive track, with ambiguous yet powerful lyrics that evoke a sense of passion and danger. The song is sung from the perspective of a mysterious woman, referred to only as "baby," who seems to be describing her intense desire for someone she has not yet met. She promises to take them off and make their blood hum, to tremble like the fairground lights. She challenges them to prove their love by finding someone with skin as fair or eyes as deep and black as hers, insisting she'll know if they're lying. She speaks of a "howl of romance" she'll get from all their sleeping dogs, suggesting a wild, primal connection that transcends societal norms and expectations.
The lyrics of "Baby Says" are rich with symbolism and metaphor, leaving room for varied interpretations. Baby's "silver curls" suggest an older woman, but also perhaps a wisdom and experience that draws the listener in. The line "make something of all the noise and the mess you're making" could be interpreted as a call to action - to take risks and pursue their desires despite any obstacles or chaos in their lives. The repeated refrain of "Baby says she's dying to meet you" adds to the sense of urgency and enticement.
Overall, "Baby Says" is a powerful and enigmatic song that draws the listener in with its seductive vocals and suggestive lyrics. It leaves much to the imagination, inviting interpretation and reflection.
Line by Line Meaning
Baby says she's dying to meet you
She eagerly wants to meet you, to take you away and arouse you
Take you off and make your blood hum
She wants to take you away from your usual life and fill it with passion and excitement
And tremble like the fairground lights
You will shake with all the intense experiences she has planned for you
And baby says if ever you see skin as fair
She is setting an expectation for what you should find attractive
Or eyes as deep and as black as mine
If you find someone with her unique features, she will know you are lying about your feelings for her
I'll know you're lying
She is confident in her own allure and demands complete dedication from her partner
Baby says a howl of romance I'll get
She expects to have a wild and passionate relationship with you
From all your sleeping dogs, you thugs of God
She anticipates stirring up intense emotions even in those who are usually unfeeling
I'll get one yet
She will not rest until she has the full and undivided attention of her lover
Baby says for all I've forsaken
She has given up a lot for this opportunity and hopes it takes her somewhere worth the sacrifice
Make something of all the noise
She wants to see the chaos of the relationship transformed into something worthwhile
And the mess you're making
She is not blind to the complications that come with passion and is willing to work through them
And all the time's it's taken
She recognizes that love and intimacy takes effort and dedication
Baby says there's death in these silver curls
She realizes the danger and risk that come with such passion and emotion
That break up in jails
She knows that there is a chance they will both be hurt by the intensity of their love
Send you diving for pearls
She is not afraid to put everything on the line for this passion
Without a care in the world
She is willing to follow her heart, no matter the cost
Lyrics © DOMINO PUBLISHING COMPANY
Written by: ALISON MOSSHART, JAMES HINCE
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Lyrics ✨
Baby says she's dying to meet you
Take you off and make your blood hum
And tremble like the fairground lights
And baby says if ever you see skin as fair
Or eyes as deep and as black as mine
I'll know you're lying
Baby says a howl of romance I'll get
From all your sleeping dogs, you thugs of God
I'll get one yet
Baby says for all I've forsaken
Make something of all the noise
And the mess you're making
And all the time's it's taken
Baby says there's death in these silver curls
That break up in jails
Send you diving for pearls
Without a care in the world
Baby says she's dying to meet you
Take you off and make your blood hum
And tremble like the Crimbal Lights
Baby says a howl of romance I'll get
From all your sleeping dogs, you thugs of God
I'll get one yet
@alexstefanov8705
Baby says
She's dying to meet you
Take you off and make your blood hum
And tremble like the fairground lights
Baby says
If ever you see skin as fair
Or eyes as deep and as black as mine
I'll know you're lying
Baby says
A howl of romance I'll get
From all your sleeping dogs, you thugs of God
I'll get one yet
Baby says for all I've forsaken
Make something of all the noise
And the mess you're making
And all the time's it's taken
Baby says there's death in these silver curls
They'll break up in jails
Send you diving for pearls
Without a care in the world
Baby says
She's dying to meet you
Take you off and make your blood hum
And tremble like the pinball light
Baby says
A howl of romance I'll get
From all your sleeping dogs, you thugs of God
I'll get one yet
@Noisey
Such a tune, how's this only got 144 thousand views?! - Greenie from Noisey
@plessman
2.4mm so far
@Brinker1122
Still here baby and we sky rocket thru time.
@pollykeown1582
There is no band I love more than The Kills. They are creative/musical geniuses, in my opinion of course. Their music affects me personally on a whole other level that I could never explain. I love you, Alison and Jamie!
@minervasanchez8431
I don't know if anyone can appreciate how simple, human, how personal this video is.
@samuelsanchez8746
I do
@heliopolis29
Oh yes we can. So sexy.
@shitilearnedonyoutub
It's a trap. I mean stunning and brave
@holidaycoe4624
You have no idea... I speak to the Devil himself (the Serpent of Old) his daughter Ezekiel, and the deamon Belphagor... they wish they were human...
@minervasanchez8431
@Holiday Coe hey Kool dude u follow the band belphagor. I don't follow much, but they got some talent for sure.