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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Terrible
The Tiger Lillies Lyrics
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I put my hands around their throats till they don't make a noise
Tuesdays torture animals, pluck off small birds wings
Watch them as they bleed to death, then they don't sing
Wednesdays I defecate on the priest's front door
If the priest he does complain, I just do it some more
Thursdays I Molatov the local orphans home
Love those little orphans, charred down to the bone
I'm terrible, terrible, shouldn't be allowed
To sing my songs of filth to a decent crowd
On Fridays sodomize tender virgin nuns
Tie them up, lear at them, and then I have my fun
Saturdays I stand and sing my sad, sad, sick, sick songs
To anyone who listen, who in the head is wrong
Sundays, Sundays, the day I love the best
Rape, murder, pillage while other people rest
I'm terrible, terrible, shouldn't be allowed
To sing my songs of filth to a decent crowd
I'm terrible, terrible, shouldn't be allowed
But when I do offend someone it makes me feel so proud
The Tiger Lillies's song "Terrible" is a disturbing and shocking song that depicts the depraved thoughts and actions of a twisted individual. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of this person's weekly routine, which includes murder, torture, defecation, arson, and rape, among other things. Through these disturbing and horrific actions, the song exposes the darkness that exists in some people's souls and the disturbing reality that such evil could exist in society.
The song's lyrics are intentionally graphic and offensive, and the singer takes on the persona of a deranged and violent person. The repeated phrase, "I'm terrible, terrible, shouldn't be allowed," highlights the singer's own self-awareness of his horrific nature, but also suggests a hint of pride in his shocking behavior. The final line, "But when I do offend someone it makes me feel so proud," speaks to the idea that some people may revel in the shock value of their behavior and the reactions they provoke.
Overall, "Terrible" is a disturbing and chilling song that forces us to confront the darkest aspects of human nature. It serves as a powerful reminder of the need to address and condemn violence and depravity, and to strive towards a more compassionate and just world.
Line by Line Meaning
On Mondays murder children, little girls and boys
Every Monday, I take the lives of innocent children without a second thought.
I put my hands around their throats till they don't make a noise
I have no remorse as I strangle the life out of these helpless victims.
Tuesdays torture animals, pluck off small birds wings
On Tuesdays, I take pleasure in causing excruciating pain to animals, such as pulling the wings off of small birds.
Watch them as they bleed to death, then they don't sing
I enjoy watching these innocent creatures suffer as they slowly bleed out and die.
Wednesdays I defecate on the priest's front door
Each Wednesday, I leave my excrement on the doorstep of a religious figure, simply because I can.
If the priest he does complain, I just do it some more
Even if the priest were to confront me about my actions, I would continue to commit this vile act without hesitation.
Thursdays I Molatov the local orphans home
On Thursdays, I take pleasure in burning down an orphanage, and laughing as the helpless children burn alive.
Love those little orphans, charred down to the bone
I delight in the suffering of the innocent, and take joy in their agony as they burn to a crisp.
I'm terrible, terrible, shouldn't be allowed
I am aware that my actions are repugnant and unspeakable, and I should not be allowed around decent society.
To sing my songs of filth to a decent crowd
Even my music is a reflection of my depravity, and has no place in civil society.
On Fridays sodomize tender virgin nuns
Every Friday, I take pleasure in sexually assaulting innocent nuns.
Tie them up, leer at them, and then I have my fun
I enjoy inflicting physical and mental pain on these pure and vulnerable women.
Saturdays I stand and sing my sad, sad, sick, sick songs
On Saturdays, I perform my depraved songs to anyone willing to listen, often attracting individuals of similar character.
To anyone who listen, who in the head is wrong
My music is a magnet for those who share my twisted views and enjoy my sadistic themes.
Sundays, Sundays, the day I love the best
Sunday is my favorite day to commit heinous acts, as it is a day of rest for most people and I can cause chaos undisturbed.
Rape, murder, pillage while other people rest
I take advantage of the peacefulness of Sundays to indulge in my most depraved desires, such as raping, murdering, and pillaging.
But when I do offend someone it makes me feel so proud
Even though I know my actions are wrong, causing offense to others gives me a sense of satisfaction and accomplishment.
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Esteemed Yams
When I listen to this I like to imagine a town where a guy like this lives and actually does all these things every week, and everybody knows about it but they sort of just learned to live with it. It's so absurd it makes me giggle.
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Satan
what a nice song to wake up with on a sunny day, with a nice cup of coffee and a cigarette.
"Wired" Al Shankabitch
This song speaks to me on a spiritual level.
Yasmina Touria K
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Snow Giant 9
A Masterpiece!
Jackerlmiez
Ich liebe dieses Lied! Ideal fรผr einen Sonntag!
Snow Giant 9
A genius of a song.๐บ๐บ๐บ๐บ๐บ๐บ
WeaselVohzd
I love this song anf the band. Thry are brilliant.
bas geerlings
love this, can't believe this is the first reaction.