Them Crooked Vultures were released by Interscope Records in North America, and Sony Music internationally. On the 21st of October radio personality Alan Cross announced the lead single for Them Crooked Vultures debut album to be "New Fang" which premiered on October 26. The single was released on November 2 worldwide as a free download. Iconvision subsequently announced that the album will be released on the 17th of November, 2009. On November 3, the band gave a free copy of "Mind Eraser (No Chaser)" to fans that had bought tickets to a live performance and offered it on iTunes as a free download. On November 9, Them Crooked Vultures started streaming their full album on their website, and also through a link to their mailing list with the title "Fuck Patience, Let's Dance."
On September 1, the band announced two 2009 tours of North America and the United Kingdom, in October and December respectively. The 2009 Tour was titled Deserve the Future Tour and the UK leg sold out in just under 12 minutes, making it one of the quickest sold tours in the UK - without the band even officially releasing a song prior to sales. On September 21, the band also announced 3 Germany dates for December 2009.
Nobody Loves Me And Neither Do I
Them Crooked Vultures Lyrics
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She was picking a mag and dressed oblique
She called me baby, and was a mean lady with the song on the radio
So I told her I was rich, then she asked could I use a dirty bitch? (of course)
[Chorus]
Then she said, 'No one loves me' neither do I
You get what you give,
And if I should vanish
Don't get caught off guard
Don't hold it against me
Unless it gets hard
(Oh, oi, oo, oop! Aaawhhha, yea, aaawhhha, that's right)
Well if sex is a weapon, then smash, boom, pow,
How ya like me now?
You can't always do it right, you can always do whats left
So I told her I was trash, she winked and laughed and said I already know
I've got a beautiful place to put your face' and she was right,
[Chorus]
Cutting her loose, I'm ready to go
People in the world, your gonna lose control
Cut me a noose, I'm ready to go
People in the world, your gonna lose control
Cut me a noose, I'm ready to go
People in the world, your gonna lose control
Cut me a noose, I'm ready to go
People in the world, you're gonna lose
I know how to burn with passion
Hold nothing back for future ration
Give all you are, do not make haste
Savor every single taste
You get, cut
I know how to be controlled
Do what they said, son, watch your tongue
Quick to react, to break the box
Turn on queue, as your cell door locks
Behind you
I know how to be lost in lust
Not because you should, but because you must
It burns white hot, and so climbs the mile
This lightening strike isn't always kind
So use me up
Use me up
The lyrics of Them Crooked Vultures' song "No One Loves Me Neither Do I" begin with a first-person account of a chance encounter with a woman at a newsstand. She is described as dressed "oblique" and becomes the subject of attraction to the singer. She calls him "baby" and the song on the radio seems to make her mean. The singer tells her that he is rich and she responds by asking if he could use a "dirty bitch." The chorus of the song, "No one loves me neither do I" is a harsh commentary on relationships and perhaps on the human condition more generally. The singer notes that he is willing to give as good as he gets, and to cut off relationships altogether should they become too difficult to manage. The tone of the song is definitely melancholy, but there is also a sense of resilience and determination in the singer's voice.
As the song continues, it becomes clear that the woman at the newsstand is more of a symbol than an actual character. She represents all the nameless people we meet in life who might make us feel something, but who ultimately disappear into the background again. The lyrics shift to a discussion of sex as a "weapon" and the singer's willingness to be used. The woman tells him she has a "beautiful place to put your face" and the singer acknowledges that she is right. There is a sense of intimacy here, but also a sense of detachment. The singer is willing to give himself fully, but only on his own terms.
Overall, "No One Loves Me Neither Do I" is a haunting commentary on modern relationships and human interactions more generally. The lyrics suggest that we are all alone in the world, and that we should expect nothing from others. At the same time, there is a sense of determination and resilience present in the singer's voice. He is willing to take what he can get, and to keep moving forward even when things get difficult.
Line by Line Meaning
Think I saw her for the first time maybe in a news stand
I saw her for the first time, possibly while browsing a news stand
She was picking a mag and dressed oblique
She was choosing a magazine and wearing unusual clothes
She called me baby, and was a mean lady with the song on the radio
She addressed me as 'baby' and was unkind while a song played on the radio
So I told her I was rich, then she asked could I use a dirty bitch? (of course)
I lied and told her I was wealthy, and then she asked if I wanted her to perform a sexual act (which I agreed to)
Then she said, 'No one loves me' neither do I
She expressed that she feels unloved, and that she does not love me either
You get what you give, I give goodbye
You receive the same treatment that you give, and I am saying goodbye
And if I should vanish, Don't get caught off guard
If I were to disappear, do not be surprised
Don't hold it against me, Unless it gets hard
Do not blame me unless it is difficult to resist
Well if sex is a weapon, then smash, boom, pow, How ya like me now?
If sex is considered a manipulative tool, then I am using it to my advantage and asking how you feel about it now
You can't always do it right, you can always do whats left
It is not always possible to make the right choice, but there is always another option
So I told her I was trash, she winked and laughed and said I already know
I told her I was worthless, and she responded by acknowledging that she was aware of this fact
I've got a beautiful place to put your face' and she was right,
She suggested a location for a sexual act, and it turned out to be enjoyable
Cutting her loose, I'm ready to go
I am freeing myself from her control and departing
People in the world, your gonna lose control
People in the world will eventually lose control
Cut me a noose, I'm ready to go
Prepare a noose for me, I am ready to leave
I know how to burn with passion
I am experienced in the art of fiery passion
Hold nothing back for future ration
I do not hold back any passion for fear of running out later
Give all you are, do not make haste
Give all of yourself, do not rush
Savor every single taste
Enjoy every moment to the fullest
I know how to be controlled
I am familiar with how to be obedient and submissive
Do what they said, son, watch your tongue
Follow orders and be cautious with what you say
Quick to react, to break the box
I am quick to act and break out of confinement
Turn on queue, as your cell door locks
Obey commands as your cell door closes
I know how to be lost in lust
I am familiar with the feeling of being consumed by desire
Not because you should, but because you must
Not because it is expected, but because it is inevitable
It burns white hot, and so climbs the mile
It is an intense feeling, that burns brightly
This lightening strike isn't always kind
This sudden, intense experience is not always pleasant
So use me up
Take advantage of me until there is nothing left
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: JOHN BALDWIN, JOSH HOMME, DAVE GROHL
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