Their sound has been described as an amalgamation of psychedelic rock, industrial, synth-pop and avant-garde. They have released over 40 records and continuously tour the world.
Members of the band have also collaborated with Nurse With Wound, The Dresden Dolls, Jarboe, HNAS, Jim O'Rourke, Skinny Puppy's cEvin Key, forming The Tear Garden. Ka Spel accompanied Skinny Puppy for a small part of their 1988 European 'Head Trauma' tour in Sweden. Key also appears on the 1994 album 9 Lives to Wonder.
The Golden Age?
The Legendary Pink Dots Lyrics
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its claws. And we'll sing only as angels sing. The
floor will clear, we'll walk with eyes fixed forward
and fists raised high. The world is our shining oyster
and we're its precious pearls. And nothing, no one
will stand in our way! Ladies and gentlemen . . . The
Golden Age . . .
In The Legendary Pink Dots' song The Golden Age, the lyrics describe a sense of determination and empowerment. The dragon slipping into the water and the tiger biting its claws symbolize the obstacles and challenges that the singer and their peers will face. However, they remain steadfast in their resolve to persevere through the difficulties, singing as only angels can. The reference to walking with eyes fixed forward and fists raised high indicates the determination and confidence they hold in themselves and their abilities. They believe that the world is theirs for the taking, comparing themselves to precious pearls within a shining oyster. The lyrics express a triumphant attitude towards the future and a refusal to let anyone stand in the way of achieving their goals.
Line by Line Meaning
The dragon slips into the water. And the tiger bites its claws.
Amidst chaos and uncertainty, we remain poised and ready for what's to come.
And we'll sing only as angels sing.
We will strive for perfection in all that we do, emulating the harmony of angels.
The floor will clear, we'll walk with eyes fixed forward and fists raised high.
We will confidently march forward towards our goals, undaunted by obstacles in our path.
The world is our shining oyster and we're its precious pearls.
We view the world as a place of opportunity and beauty, and recognize our own worth and potential within it.
And nothing, no one will stand in our way!
We are determined to overcome any barriers that may emerge as we pursue our dreams.
Ladies and gentlemen . . . The Golden Age . . .
Through our perseverance and unwavering determination, we are ushering in a new era of progress and possibility.
Contributed by Emma F. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@elleenne4561
Still mesmerizing & fresh, 30 years later. One of my favorites. <3
@TemploSagital
agree!
@TemploSagital
Pink Dots music is beyond time and "fashions"
@haroldz2323
Seeing the evolution of this band from the earlier "Faces in the Fire" to present day work is impressive for any artist to see growth.Also costing a bunch to keep up with their output.
@LeviathanII
this band led me to the dark side (questioning side) in the late 80's/early 90's by accident, thank you Mr. Kaspel 🖤‼️✌🏼btw, my first Album from LPD was ‚Stone Circles‘ - amazing, but I have them all meanwhile ^^
@TheNephilim69
Largas noches fumando y tomando, escuchando este album en casette... inolvidable.
@maxshea1829
We've finally been through it all. Now our time's slowly ticking away.
@ceef8688
Oh hot dog, this album gives so much and asks so little
@iloomination5618
so true :-)
@svobodasimon1185
Reminds me of immortal Coil