Latin rockers Tito and Tarantula are headlined by singer/guitarist Tito Larriva, previously best known for founding the seminal Los Angeles punk band the Plugz. Larriva was born in Ciudad Juarez, Mexico but spent his early years living outside Fairbanks, AK; his family later relocated to El Paso, TX, where he studied violin and flute as a member of his school orchestra. After high school he flirted with attending Yale University before landing in L.A. during the mid-1970s; there Larriva formed the Plugz, which in 1979 released their debut LP Electrify Me, the first album to emerge from the city's thriving punk scene. Shortly after scoring Alex Cox's 1984 cult classic Repo Man, the Plugz were rechristened the Cruzados, signing to Arista to release a self-titled 1985 LP; After Dark followed two years later, and the group disbanded in 1990. From there Larriva continued writing film music, also turning to acting; with guitarist Peter Atanasoff and a host of other L.A. session vets he eventually formed Tito and Tarantula, which quickly emerged as a major favorite on the local club scene. Among their most vocal supporters was filmmaker Robert Rodriguez, who not only enlisted the group to contribute material to his movies Desperado and From Dusk till Dawn but also found small roles for Larriva in both; Rodriguez additionally helped produce 1997's Tarantism, released on the band's own Cockroach label.
Since the release of Andalucia, Tito & Tarantula have made numerous personnel changes, starting with the departure of drummer Johnny "Vatos" Hernandez. Achim Farber was hired in his place, but left the band later on as well. One of the most notable changes, however, was the loss of the band's valuable founding member Peter Atanasoff. Little is known about his departure, but on the band's myspace blog, it says, "...So if ever you find yourself in Switzerland you want to make your way to the Moonwalker and say hello to Peter..." Io Perry quit the band to pursue a solo career, but stayed in business with Larriva by having him produce her first solo album. Along with Atanasoff, Perry, and Hernandez, the band lost multi-instrumentalist Marcus Praed, eventually leaving Larriva and Steven Hufsteter as the only remaining members who had played on the last album. Dominique Davalos (who had played bass on Little Bitch) took over on bass and Rafael Gayol took over on drums. The only members from the previous line-up were Larriva and Hufsteter. With this new "fab four" incarnation, they toured Europe thoroughly. At some point in mid-2007, Davalos left the band, and was replaced by Caroline "Lucy" Rippy. With her, the band has continued to tour its usual areas in western Europe.
In late 2006, the band promised an album out in early 2007 on their myspace blog. In early 2008, the band finally announced the approaching arrival of their next album, titled Back Into The Darkness. The album was released on April 18, 2008.
Discography:
*Tarantism (1997)
*Hungry Sally and other Killer Lullabies (1999)
*Little Bitch (2000)
*Andalucia (2002)
*Back Into The Darkness (2008)
Back to the House
Tito & Tarantula Lyrics
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I am stripped of all my pride
I stand here at your door
Sick of all the lies
Let me come inside
I couldn't see myself
The room was
A strange woman kissed me
A tattoo in her eyes
Forget about the past
Forget about the guilt
I am going back to the house
That love built
I need to remember
What I came here for
Love or mercy keeps me at your door
Let me come inside
Nowhere to go, no way to tell
If I am nearer to heaven
Or one step closer to hell
The lyrics to Tito & Tarantula's song "Back to the House" are undoubtedly cryptic and ambiguous. The song tells the story of an individual who has reached a state of disillusionment and despair, marked by a rainy, desolate atmosphere. Despite feeling stripped of all their pride, they stand at someone's door, seeking refuge from the lies and deceptions that have dominated their life.
As the singer enters the room, they are confronted with "signs" - an indication that something momentous is about to take place. This sense of foreboding is heightened by the image of a "strange woman" who kisses the singer, leaving a tattooed impression in their eyes. It is unclear who this woman is or what she represents, but it adds to the feeling of disorientation and instability that permeates the song.
Ultimately, the singer resolves to move forward, leaving behind the past and the guilt that weighs them down. The house they are returning to represents a beacon of hope, a space where love and understanding can be found once again. The final lines of the song capture the singer's uncertainty about their destiny - unsure whether they are "nearer to heaven or one step closer to hell," they forge ahead, hoping that a brighter future awaits them.
Line by Line Meaning
I know its raining baby
I am aware of the gloom surrounding me
I am stripped of all my pride
I have lost all my self-respect
I stand here at your door
I am stationed right outside your entrance
Sick of all the lies
I am fed up with falsehoods
Let me come inside
Permit me to enter your abode
I couldn't see myself
I lost track of my own identity
The room was
The area was filled with
Filled with signs
Drenched in symbolic gestures
A strange woman kissed me
An unfamiliar woman enveloped me in her embrace
A tattoo in her eyes
An indelible imprint in her gaze
Forget about the past
Erase the memories of history
Forget about the guilt
Let go of the feelings of culpability
I am going back to the house
I'm retracing my steps to the abode
That love built
Constructed by the emotion of love
I need to remember
It's imperative that I recall
What I came here for
The reason for my presence
Love or mercy keeps me at your door
The bond of affection or clemency detains me near you
Let me come inside
Allow me entrance to the building
Nowhere to go, no way to tell
I have no direction and no indication
If I am nearer to heaven
Whether I'm closer to paradise
Or one step closer to hell
Or within close proximity of damnation
Lyrics © BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT US, LLC
Written by: CHARLIE MIDNIGHT, TITO LARRIVA, TONY MARSICO, VALERIE MARSICO
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@hussaintanvir2737
I know its raining baby
I am stripped of all my pride
I stand here at your door
Sick of all the lies
Let me come inside
I couldn't see myself
The room was
Filled with signs
A strange woman kissed me
A tattoo in her eyes
Forget about the past
Forget about the guilt
I am going back to the house
That love built
I need to remember
What I came here for
Love or mercy keeps me at your door
Let me come inside
Nowhere to goNo way to tell
If I am nearer to heaven
Or one step closer to hell.
@1380Bruno
The movie is on Netflix. Suddenly Ive watched again last saturday night. Then ALL came back: the 90's, How great were artists like Tito & Tarantula, Rodriguez, Los Lobos, Tarantino. Then i just cant stop listenin this song on endless repeat. Bravo guys, this is SOUL music. More precisely: this is musica con ALMA! Cheers from Brazil🙌🙌
@dylanpajuelo8352
Also Pluto I just finished it
@gillianwhiteside5516
Same here, its on repeat 🥰
@carloslaertef.dasilva30
Disse tudo irmão! Certíssimo! Pura Vida puro feeling.
@caballonegro2225
When great movies had great soundtracks.
@djsmoove6274
Caballo Negro true
@shawnmoney8055
Just another reason I’ll never forget the 90s
@amiracleone2803
Check out "Drive" that movie is awesome soundtrack included not that old as Desperado. Plus you can't mention films and music without paying homage to "Baby Driver".
@l.rongardner2150
C'mon, you telling us don't dig crap movies with rap soundtracks?
@iam_s.tears6
Mos definitely