Dervish
Vampire Rodents Lyrics


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Shapeshifter, virus saviour
Black elf blinds the angel's neighbor
Liberate the sugar gene
Redemption for the flesh machine

Are you feeding something to your family?
Are you feeding your family to something?
Horrible thing to believe
Tommy locked in the closet
Sappho's cannibals grieve
And their wardogs will devour it

Gothic leprechaun orgasm
Devil-fish invade the Galleon
Fattened imps miscalculate
Ripper leap-frogged the chambermaid

Asphalt lizard's an acrobat
In misshapen Dorothy's pubis
Fossilized and free of fat
They've hidden the heretic's hubris

Cemetery walls intact
Dogs have disemboweled the cat

Shapeshifter, virus saviour
Black elf blinds the angel's neighbor

Neolithic grotto gnome
From pungent herring made a home
Shimmering nightmare smegma man
If we can't find you - he sure can

Skeletons framed by angled stakes
Shepherd eats what mother makes
Perfect meter and casserole
I'm going home to dig a hole




Gingersnap, labia net
Luring home our teacher's pet

Overall Meaning

The song "Dervish" by Vampire Rodents is a peculiar and intriguing composition that is filled with dark, surrealistic, and almost abstract lyrics. The chorus of the song features the lines "Shapeshifter, virus savior, Black elf blinds the angel's neighbor" which could potentially refer to a creature or entity that has the ability to transform and protect against disease, while simultaneously causing harm to those close by. The next two lines "Liberate the sugar gene, Redemption for the flesh machine" may suggest a theme about the liberation of the self from societal norms and expectations, and the potential for redemption through some sort of physical or spiritual transformation.


The subsequent verses become increasingly cryptic as they reference specific characters, such as "Tommy locked in the closet" and "Sappho's cannibals grieve." These characters could serve as metaphors or symbols for larger themes such as suppression, cannibalism, and grief. The lines "Gothic leprechaun orgasm, Devil-fish invade the Galleon" are further examples of the song's surrealism and are open to interpretation.


Overall, "Dervish" is a song that features unconventional lyrics and interesting imagery that requires deep analysis and interpretation to fully understand.


Line by Line Meaning

Shapeshifter, virus saviour
The ability to change and adapt can save you from a deadly illness.


Black elf blinds the angel's neighbor
The darkness can trick even the most virtuous of people, leading them down a dangerous path.


Liberate the sugar gene
Break free from the addiction to sweet things and start living a healthier lifestyle.


Redemption for the flesh machine
There's always hope for the body to recover and become healthy and strong again.


Are you feeding something to your family?
Do you know what kind of food your family is consuming and the effects it can have on their health?


Are you feeding your family to something?
Could your family be the source of nourishment for something dangerous or harmful?


Horrible thing to believe
Sometimes the truth is so disturbing that it's hard to accept or even believe in.


Tommy locked in the closet
Someone is trapped or confined, unable to free themselves from their situation.


Sappho's cannibals grieve
Those who consume others find themselves in a state of sorrow or regret.


And their wardogs will devour it
Their vicious and uncontrollable dogs will consume anything in their path.


Gothic leprechaun orgasm
An unexpected and bizarre experience that's both confusing and stimulating.


Devil-fish invade the Galleon
Dangerous creatures from the sea threaten to overtake and wreak havoc on a ship.


Fattened imps miscalculate
Small, mischievous beings get too comfortable and make a mistake that leads to negative consequences.


Ripper leap-frogged the chambermaid
A serial killer is making swift and erratic movements, making it difficult to track and catch them.


Asphalt lizard's an acrobat
An unexpected and unnatural ability to perform incredible feats of agility and prowess.


In misshapen Dorothy's pubis
An unattractive or unpleasant area used for a surprising or shocking image or concept.


Fossilized and free of fat
A preserved object or artifact that has lasted through the ages and remained in pristine condition.


They've hidden the heretic's hubris
Those in power have concealed a dangerous and subversive element that could pose a threat to their authority.


Cemetery walls intact
The structures and boundaries that once defined something still stand, despite how long it's been since it was last used.


Dogs have disemboweled the cat
Animals are acting out violent and gruesome acts against one another, causing great pain and suffering.


Neolithic grotto gnome
A primitive and ancient creature that lives in the dark, forgotten places of the world.


From pungent herring made a home
Something that was once considered unpleasant or unwanted has been reused and repurposed for a new life.


Shimmering nightmare smegma man
A frightening and unsettling image of a person or entity that brings with it feelings of disgust and unease.


If we can't find you - he sure can
Someone or something is determined to locate and capture a target no matter what obstacles stand in their way.


Skeletons framed by angled stakes
A gruesome and macabre display of human remains used as a warning or deterrence to others.


Shepherd eats what mother makes
Those in positions of authority and power consume the fruits of the labor of the masses without a second thought.


Perfect meter and casserole
A flawless combination of elements that create a harmonious and satisfying whole.


I'm going home to dig a hole
Returning to a safe and familiar place in order to hide or avoid something dangerous.


Gingersnap, labia net
An unexpected and highly erotic image or concept that's both alluring and disconcerting.




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