1) Twin Sister (now kn… Read Full Bio ↴There are multiple artists with this moniker:
1) Twin Sister (now known as Mr Twin Sister) is a band based in Long Island, New York formed in 2008. Andrea sings, Bryan plays the drums, Eric plays guitar, Gabe plays the bass, and Udbhav plays keyboard. After releasing two EPs ('Vampires with Dreaming Kids' and 'Color Your Life'), the five-piece released their debut album 'In Heaven' on September 26 via Domino Records.
2) Twin Sister was "the self-proclaimed greatest Star Wars funk band."
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Jason Stoll - bass
Otto Kokke - keys
René Aquarius - drums
doom, doom metal, experimental, kraut, krautrock, metal, grindcore, instrumental, jazz, noise, Nijmegen
Ginger
Twin Sister Lyrics
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Threw my coat
No more I drink just spicy pink
Spicy pink soup
I love you
For hiking through the grainy parts of New York
But I vanished appeared on an island
Ginger kids can be nothing but violent
Gray spikes
At night
I hope we don't crush up the street lights
Expensive smoke and lacking in
The life of the ginger kids
And ginger kids all love to get lost in the earth
In the earth
Lady make up your mind
What the rose or the gold
Baby pink little birds begin to unfold
Stick them on my shirt
And stick them on my nose
Wear them to the kingdom of the gold and the rose
The lyrics of Twin Sister's song "Ginger" are both whimsical and abstract. The lines "Ginger on your head, threw my coat, no more I drink just spicy pink, spicy pink soup, I love you for hiking through the grainy parts of New York, but I vanished appeared on an island, Ginger kids can be nothing but violent" seem to portray this feeling of being lost or drifting. Ginger is added to a coat, while the spicy pink soup and ginger kids are seen as wild and uncontrollable elements. The mention of hiking through grainy parts of New York also signifies the struggle and difficulty of making progress, while the sudden appearance on an island represents a sudden break or change in direction. The idea of the ginger kids being nothing but violent adds to this feeling of instability and uncontrolled chaos.
The following lines "Gray spikes at night, I hope we don't crush up the street lights, expensive smoke and lacking in the life of the ginger kids, and ginger kids all love to get lost in the earth, in the earth" continue with this theme of instability and displacement. The gray spikes could represent a harsh and unwelcoming environment that is difficult to navigate. The hope of not crushing up the street lights could also represent a desire to keep things intact and stable in the midst of chaos. The ginger kids are again mentioned, this time as lacking a sense of fulfillment or direction in their lives. The idea of getting lost in the earth represents a desire to escape from reality and the troubles of the world.
The last few lines "Lady make up your mind, what the rose or the gold, baby pink little birds begin to unfold, stick them on my shirt, and stick them on my nose, wear them to the kingdom of the gold and the rose" seem to represent a desire to escape from this world and move towards something more beautiful and magical. The imagery of roses and gold represent beauty and preciousness, while the pink little birds add a sense of innocence and freedom. The idea of wearing them to the kingdom of the gold and the rose seems to represent a journey towards this magical place of beauty and freedom.
Line by Line Meaning
Ginger on your head
Referring to someone with red hair, it symbolizes his/her identity.
Threw my coat
Ending the relationship and the singer leaves, using her coat as a symbol of her desire to move on.
No more I drink just spicy pink
The singer has stopped drinking and has shifted her focus to other endeavors, such as enjoying spicy pink soup, indicating growth and maturity.
Spicy pink soup
A metaphor for the new interests and flavors the artist is exploring, representing her discovery of new experiences.
I love you
The artist considers and appreciates her lover's role in her life journey thus far.
For hiking through the grainy parts of New York
Refers to a lover supporting the singer through tough times and exemplifying his/her willingness and ability to go the extra mile to help and uplift the other.
But I vanished appeared on an island
The singer has gone missing and resurfaced in a distanced, unfamiliar place, symbolizing her growth and independence.
Ginger kids can be nothing but violent
Refers to the common stereotype about redheaded people being violent, emphasizing a wider societal prejudice that members of a minority group can't escape.
Gray spikes
Metaphors describing technological advancements that contribute to environmental degradation and societal unrest.
At night
Highlighting the dangers of blending technology with darkness.
I hope we don't crush up the street lights
Conveys a concern for the environment and sustainability.
Expensive smoke and lacking in
Refers to how, historically, ginger kids have been marginalized or the butt of jokes, making them feel undervalued and on the periphery.
The life of the ginger kids
Points out that individuals with red hair experience a unique set of external circumstances and challenges that are inherent in the experience of being a redhead.
And ginger kids all love to get lost in the earth
Highlights how individuals with red hair often identify with nature and are drawn to earthy things, such as hiking and camping.
Lady make up your mind
Challenges the listener or partner to make a decision and to stop being indecisive.
What the rose or the gold
Calls for a choice to be made between two significant but separate things, represented by the rose or the gold.
Baby pink little birds begin to unfold
A metaphor that refers to personal growth and the blossoming of oneself, emphasizing the beauty of the change.
Stick them on my shirt
Asks the lover to help the singer wear her newfound growth and strength proudly and confidently.
And stick them on my nose
Asks the lover to guide and help the singer as she develops, so she can trust and follow his lead.
Wear them to the kingdom of the gold and the rose
Indicates the artist's hope to show her growth and transformation to the world and be accepted and valued as a unique individual.
Contributed by Carter C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@alexbenz370
lyrics
Ginger on your head
Threw my coat
No more I drink spicy pink
Spicy pink soup
I love you
For hiking through the grainy parts of New York
But I vanished appeared on an island
Ginger kids can be nothing but violent
Gray spikes
At night
I hope we don't crash under dim street lights
Expensive smoke and lacking in
The life of the ginger kids
And ginger kids all love to get lost in the earth
In the earth
Lady make up your mind
What the rose or the gold
Baby pink little birds begin to unfold
Stick them on my shirt
And stick them on my nose
Wear them to the kingdom of the gold and the rose
@bnschmdt
THIS IS ONE OF THE MOST TRIUMPHANT SONGS IN INDIE EXISTENCE
@OmDetSkulleRegna
Such a dreamy, unreal beauty to this song. Love it so much.
@peeti-dl5he
this brings back so many memories
@cheshirebluemoon
Vampires with dreaming kids <3 I love that album
@jerricmosley5338
One of my favorite songs from my favorite band; this song alvvays finds seems to put a smile on my face! ^.^
@alexbenz370
lyrics
Ginger on your head
Threw my coat
No more I drink spicy pink
Spicy pink soup
I love you
For hiking through the grainy parts of New York
But I vanished appeared on an island
Ginger kids can be nothing but violent
Gray spikes
At night
I hope we don't crash under dim street lights
Expensive smoke and lacking in
The life of the ginger kids
And ginger kids all love to get lost in the earth
In the earth
Lady make up your mind
What the rose or the gold
Baby pink little birds begin to unfold
Stick them on my shirt
And stick them on my nose
Wear them to the kingdom of the gold and the rose
@beanoboo
Good song all around. It reminds me of vintage clothes stores. At least, that's the first thing that comes to my head when I hear this song.
@indiepop4331
Classic chill-groove! Awesome!
@w4r7
i miss my gingy :-(.......
@aaron4820
this song reminds me of cocteau twins