Currently Martyn Jacques, Adrian Stout, Adrian Huge (Past member Phil Butcher)
Their surreal style has been described as dark, darkly humorous, strangely humorous, Brechtian, and gypsy cabaret. They are also notorious for singing controversial songs involving bestiality, prostitution and blasphemy.
The Tiger Lillies were originally buskers, playing songs about the criminals, pimps and whores of Soho, London, England. Over time, the band became involved in several theatrical productions around the world, including the critically acclaimed Shockheaded Peter. Known for their intense, outlandish, and dark performances, they have garnered both controversy and critical acclaim.
Also "The Tiger Lillies", "The Tigerlilies" and "The Tigerlillies" may refer to Indie rock band from Cincinnati, Ohio that formed in 1989.
Bio:
Cincinnati's power pop stalwarts the Tigerlillies formed in 1989 and set out to fuse glam rock, roots rock, and post-punk into an aesthetic they called "More Pop than Jesus." Led by vocalist/guitarist Pat Hennessy, the band also included former members of the Chrome Cranks, the Candy Snatchers, and G.G. Allin & the Murder Junkies before settling on the lineup of Hennessy, guitarist/vocalist William Weber, bassist Brian Driscoll, and drummer/vocalist Steve Hennessy.
Discography:
Deep (1992)
Space Age Love Songs (1997)
Ceci N'est Ces Pop (2003)
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Pretty Soon
The Tiger Lillies Lyrics
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Pretty soon, you will be in decay
Pretty soon, on a marble slab you'll lie
Hope some-ones with you when you die
Pretty soon, you body will be in pain
Every muscle and sinew will burn like a flame
Pretty soon, in fear you will cry
Pretty soon, maggots eat your flesh
Pretty soon, old and rotting where once you were fresh
Pretty soon, your flesh putrefies
Just hope someone's with you when you die
Pretty soon
, the lyrics of the song "Pretty Soon" by The Tiger Lillies paints a picture of a morbid and depressing reality of death, decay and loneliness. The song exposes the natural reality of our physical existence which ultimately points to the inevitability of our physical decay. The lyrics hint that the ticking clock will soon run out and we will fall into a state of pain, fear, and despair. The reference to "judgment day" in the opening lines of the song suggests a nod towards religious beliefs and the notion of facing judgment for one's life choices after death. The song carries a tone of emotional detachment as the singer tells the story of a person's disintegration with accepting indifference towards their suffering or their passing. Ultimately, the song's message seems to highlight the importance of companionship, that one should not die alone, but always have someone by their side.
Line by Line Meaning
Pretty soon, it will be your judgment day
In the near future, you will be judged for your actions and face consequences for your choices
Pretty soon, you will be in decay
Soon enough, your body will start decomposing until nothing is left
Pretty soon, on a marble slab you'll lie
After death, your body will be placed on a cold, immovable surface for preparation
Hope some-ones with you when you die
Desperately wishing for someone to accompany you during your last moments of life
Pretty soon, your body will be in pain
In the final stages of life, your body will ache and hurt immensely
Every muscle and sinew will burn like a flame
Each fiber and tissue in your body will feel like it's on fire, an excruciating sensation
Pretty soon, in fear you will cry
As the end draws near, you'll be terrified and tears will stream down your face
Hope someone's with you when you die
Hoping someone will hold your hand and comfort you as you pass away
Pretty soon, maggots eat your flesh
Your body becomes a feast for insects, and they will consume your flesh
Pretty soon, old and rotting where once you were fresh
You will turn from young and healthy to aged and decayed
Pretty soon, your flesh putrefies
Your flesh decomposes until it becomes a gruesome, unrecognizable mess
Just hope someone's with you when you die
All of the above horrors are softened by the hope that someone will be there to care for you in your last moments
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