The band was originally formed in Cambridge, Massachusetts in 1990 by friends Merritt and (percussionist/pianist/vocalist) Claudia Gonson. While 1991's Distant Plastic Trees and 1992's The Wayward Bus (now most easily available together as a compilation, The Wayward Bus / Distant Plastic Trees) are sung by Susan Anway (b. 1951 - d. 2021), all subsequent albums are principally sung by Merritt himself.
Longtime members include: Gonson, (cellist) Sam Davol, and (banjo player/guitarist) John Woo. Contributors include (but are not limited to) the singers Susan Anway, Dudley Klute, Shirley Simms, and LD Beghtol, and the accordionist/writer Daniel Handler (famous for writing the childrens' books A Series of Unfortunate Events under the alias Lemony Snicket).
Their most popular and best-selling album to date is 69 Love Songs issued on Merge Records as a triple album filled with many fairly short songs that are reminiscent of early Beatles productions.
The album is notable for its employment of many unorthodox musical arrangements and downright impressive quantity of material presented. Instruments used on this album include the ukulele, banjo, accordion, cello, mandolin, piano, flute, xylophone guitars, various percussion instruments, and a standard setup of synths and effects. It features several guest vocalists on several different tracks. The album is a three CD set, released in the US as three separate albums (also available as a boxed set) and in the UK as a triple album.
The album i (2004, Nonesuch Records) continues Merritt's fixation on the concept album, with each of the 14 songs beginning with the letter (and often the pronoun) "I".
The album Distortion, was released through Nonesuch on the 15th January 2008 and introduced noise pop to the array of styles utilized in their music. The album's release was followed by a sold-out U.S. tour starting in February. Additional albums followed in 2010, 2012, 2017, and 2020.
Stephin Merritt is involved in several other musical projects: The 6ths (featuring different guest performers on every track), The Gothic Archies (songs dealing humorously with dark themes) and Future Bible Heroes (with music written by Chris Ewen)
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Biker Gang
The Magnetic Fields Lyrics
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I want to be in a gangbang
I like my empty life but dang
I want to join a biker gang
I'll get to kiss my chum
And my chum will be deaf and dumb
With a big hairy beard
And we could both be rivers
Running into what we'll feel
These guys are zooming glue
And maybe my chum will be healed
So let my wife and children hang
I will be known henceforth as fang
Now let the gates of hell go clang
I'd love to join a biker gang
You make it all look fun
Like it was good to be someone
You do it with finesse
Like everything was not a mess
You do it with panache
Behind your irony-free moustache?
You do it with a smile
Like it was going out of style
I want to join a biker gang
I want to be in a gangbang
I like my empty life but dang
I want to join a biker gang
I want to join a biker gang
I want to be in a gangbang
I like my empty life but dang
I want to join a biker gang
The lyrics of "Biker Gang" by The Magnetic Fields can be interpreted as a longing for a sense of belonging and excitement that is missing in the singer's life. The repetition of the desire to join a biker gang and be in a gangbang suggests a desire for rebellion and breaking free from societal constraints. The use of contrasting phrases like "empty life" and "like it was going out of style" highlights the singer's dissatisfaction with their current existence and yearning for something more adventurous.
The lyrics also hint at the singer's desire for a deeper connection with someone, expressed through the line "I'll get to kiss my chum." This suggests a longing for a companion who is mysterious and unconventional, or perhaps someone who shares the singer's desire for freedom and adventure. The mention of the chum being deaf and dumb, having a big hairy beard, and being wild as wolves adds to the image of someone unconventional and outside societal norms.
Throughout the song, there is a sense of yearning for a different kind of life, one filled with excitement, rebellion, and camaraderie. The mention of leaving behind family ("So let my wife and children hang") and embracing a new identity as "fang" further emphasizes the desire for escape and transformation.
Line by Line Meaning
I want to join a biker gang
I desire to become a member of a group of motorcyclists
I want to be in a gangbang
I want to be part of a wild and adventurous experience
I like my empty life but dang
Although I am content with my current life, I still yearn for something more exciting
I'll get to kiss my chum
I will have the opportunity to show affection towards my close friend
And my chum will be deaf and dumb
My friend will be carefree and uninhibited
With a big hairy beard
He will possess a rugged, masculine appearance
Wild as the wolves where he was reared
He will have a rebellious and untamed nature, much like the wolves in his upbringing
And we could both be rivers
Together, we can embrace our freedom and flow with our emotions
Running into what we'll feel
We will confront our emotions and navigate them as they come
These guys are zooming glue
The members of the gang live their lives on the edge, engaging in dangerous activities
And maybe my chum will be healed
Perhaps the freedom and excitement of joining the biker gang will bring healing or rejuvenation to my friend
So let my wife and children hang
I am willing to sacrifice spending time with my wife and children for the sake of this new adventure
I will be known henceforth as fang
From now on, I will adopt a new identity within the biker gang
Now let the gates of hell go clang
I am eager to embrace the dark and exhilarating aspects of this lifestyle
I'd love to join a biker gang
I have a strong desire to become a member of a motorcycle gang
You make it all look fun
You portray the biker gang lifestyle as enjoyable and thrilling
Like it was good to be someone
You make it seem like being part of the gang is empowering and fulfilling
You do it with finesse
You carry out your actions with skill and grace
Like everything was not a mess
You present a facade of order and control, masking the chaos that may exist beneath the surface
You do it with panache
You exhibit a flamboyant and confident style
Behind your irony-free moustache?
Is your mustache a genuine reflection of your personality, devoid of any irony?
You do it with a smile
You approach life's challenges and adventures with a positive attitude
Like it was going out of style
You embrace excitement as if it were a fleeting trend, making the most of every moment
I want to join a biker gang
I desire to become a member of a group of motorcyclists
I want to be in a gangbang
I want to be part of a wild and adventurous experience
I like my empty life but dang
Although I am content with my current life, I still yearn for something more exciting
I want to join a biker gang
I desire to become a member of a group of motorcyclists
I want to be in a gangbang
I want to be part of a wild and adventurous experience
I like my empty life but dang
Although I am content with my current life, I still yearn for something more exciting
I want to join a biker gang
I desire to become a member of a group of motorcyclists
Lyrics © ROUGH TRADE PUBLISHING, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Stephin Raymond Merritt
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Vidar Bonsak
I want to join a biker gang
I want to be in a gang bang
I like my empty life, but dang!
I want to join a biker gang
I'll get to kiss my chum
And my chum will be deaf and dumb
With a big hairy beard
Wild as as the wolves where he was reared
And we would both be real
There’s no limit to what we'll feel
Neath skies of zooming blue
And maybe my chum will be you
So let my wife and children hang
I will be known henceforth as Fang
Now let the gates of Hell go clang
I'm off to join a biker gang
You make it all look fun
Like it was good to be someone
You do it with finesse
Like everything was not a mess
You do it with panache
Behind your irony-free moustache
You do it with a smile
Like it was going out of style
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@Suneko aye! anyway the actual lyrics are out now:
I want to join a biker gang
I want to be in a gang bang
I like my empty life, but dang
I want to join a biker gang
I’ll get to kiss my chum
And my chum will be deaf and dumb
With a big hairy beard
Wild as the wolves where he was reared
And we will both be real
There’s no limit to what we’ll feel
Neath skies of zooming blue
And maybe my chum will be you
So let my wife and children hang
I will be known henceforth as Fang
Now let the gates of Hell go clang
I’m off to join a biker gang
You make it all look fun
Like it was good to be someone
You do it with finesse
Like everything was not a mess
You do it with panache
Behind your irony-free moustache
You do it with a smile
Like it was going out of style
gus tativo vlc
killer song! the more I hear it the more I like it. Awesome
David Pye
This song will be in my head for many moons. Awesome.
MostlyLoveOfMusic
Underrated band
Ян Шляков
finally my prayers have been answered. song of the DECADE!
Dibil Idiot
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Somethingawesome7
The best song on the album. This will be good for Season 1 and 2 of Riverdale !
MartDarts
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Exactly, this song is fucking awesome!
Vidar Bonsak
I want to join a biker gang
I want to be in a gang bang
I like my empty life, but dang!
I want to join a biker gang
I'll get to kiss my chum
And my chum will be deaf and dumb
With a big hairy beard
Wild as as the wolves where he was reared
And we would both be real
There’s no limit to what we'll feel
Neath skies of zooming blue
And maybe my chum will be you
So let my wife and children hang
I will be known henceforth as Fang
Now let the gates of Hell go clang
I'm off to join a biker gang
You make it all look fun
Like it was good to be someone
You do it with finesse
Like everything was not a mess
You do it with panache
Behind your irony-free moustache
You do it with a smile
Like it was going out of style
Father Dragon
Amazing!
Aliza Shapiro
!!! amazing !!! god, i need this so much! especially in this "stay at home" 2020.04 and that means be without gang bangs... :(