Xorcist started as a one-man act, Peter Stone who began experimenting in music in 1985. In 1990, he formed Xorcist in an attempt to set new musical standards in the electronic music scene, crossing over industrial music with sonic soundscapes. He was eventually joined by Evoltwin, who also provided cover art for several releases.
As of recently, all music released by Xorcist is available for download on the official website. Stone continues to DJ under the name DJ Bat, and hosts his own website. Stone has also done work on the MTV production Aeon Flux, as well as the soundtracks for the games The Iron Helix, Bad Mojo, and Space Bunnies Must Die.
Smells Like Teen Spirit
Xorcist Lyrics
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It's fun to lose and to pretend
She's over-bored and self-assured
Oh no, I know a dirty word
Hello, hello, hello, how low
Hello, hello, hello, how low
Hello, hello, hello, how low
With the lights out, it's less dangerous
Here we are now, entertain us
I feel stupid and contagious
Here we are now, entertain us
A mulatto, an albino, a mosquito, my libido
Yeah, hey
I'm worse at what I do best
And for this gift I feel blessed
Our little group has always been
And always will until the end
Hello, hello, hello, how low
Hello, hello, hello, how low
Hello, hello, hello, how low
Hello, hello, hello
With the lights out, it's less dangerous
Here we are now, entertain us
I feel stupid and contagious
Here we are now, entertain us
A mulatto, an albino, a mosquito, my libido
Yeah, hey
And I forget just why I taste
Oh yeah, I guess it makes me smile
I found it hard, it's hard to find
Oh well, whatever, never mind
Hello, hello, hello, how low
Hello, hello, hello, how low
Hello, hello, hello, how low
Hello, hello, hello
With the lights out, it's less dangerous
Here we are now, entertain us
I feel stupid and contagious
Here we are now, entertain us
A mulatto, an albino, a mosquito, my libido
A denial, a denial, a denial, a denial, a denial
A denial, a denial, a denial, a denial
The song "Smells Like Teen Spirit" by Xorcist is a cover of the hit song originally released by Nirvana. The lyrics can be interpreted in a few different ways, but the general consensus is that the song is about teen angst and rebellion. The opening lines "Load up on guns, bring your friends, it's fun to lose and to pretend" can be seen as a call to arms for disaffected youth, urging them to join forces and rebel against society. The line "She's over-bored and self-assured, Oh no, I know a dirty word" could be seen as a commentary on how even those who seem to have it all can still feel unhappiness and discontent.
The chorus repeats the lines "Hello, hello, hello, how low" several times, which could be seen as a nod to the depressed and apathetic mindset of many teenagers. The lines "With the lights out, it's less dangerous, here we are now, entertain us, I feel stupid and contagious" express a desire for escape and entertainment, as well as a sense of self-loathing and worthlessness.
The song's title itself, "Smells Like Teen Spirit", has been the subject of some debate. Some have suggested that it is a reference to a type of deodorant called "Teen Spirit", while others have said that it's a nod to the rebellious spirit of youth.
Line by Line Meaning
Load up on guns, bring your friends
Bring your friends and your armaments, we're heading out to have dangerous fun.
It's fun to lose and to pretend
It's exciting to lose yourself in the moment and forget about reality for a while.
She's over-bored and self-assured
The girl in question is both extremely bored and excessively confident in herself.
Oh no, I know a dirty word
Oh no, I know a taboo word or concept that society deems unacceptable.
Hello, hello, hello, how low
Multiple greetings or announcements of arrival, with a question about how deeply everyone is feeling down or depressed.
With the lights out, it's less dangerous
When the lights are off, risky behavior doesn't seem as risky, perhaps because it's harder to see or be seen.
Here we are now, entertain us
We've arrived and require amusement or diversion, likely from the mundane or oppressive aspects of life.
I feel stupid and contagious
I feel unintelligent and infectious, possibly with feelings of sadness or despair.
A mulatto, an albino, a mosquito, my libido
Listing of a racially mixed person, a pale or white-skinned person with little pigmentation, a disease-carrying insect, and my personal sex drive.
I'm worse at what I do best
I'm less skilled when performing the thing I'm known for or do the most often.
And for this gift I feel blessed
Despite aforementioned struggles, I still feel grateful or privileged for whatever skills or talents I possess.
Our little group has always been
Our small collective has existed and endured for some time, likely through shared experiences or interests.
And always will until the end
Our group will continue to exist together until death or something else brings our bond to a close.
And I forget just why I taste
I can't quite remember why or how I have my own particular flavor or style of doing things.
Oh yeah, I guess it makes me smile
Oh, right-- that flavor or style of mine brings me joy or happiness, despite struggles or uncertainty.
I found it hard, it's hard to find
I encountered difficulty in discovering or obtaining something, and it remains elusive or out of reach.
Oh well, whatever, never mind
Well, it doesn't matter, I don't care, let's move on from this issue or concern and forget about it.
A denial, a denial, a denial, a denial, a denial
Repetition of the word 'denial', perhaps emphasizing that some things are hard to accept or that I tend to ignore certain realities or truths.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: David Grohl, Krist Novoselic, Kurt Cobain
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@michaelf9kchromethousand549
this is so awesome! I grew up listrening to the original and I have to say this takes the cake!
@Xorcist-Band
4 People here weren't drunk enough XD
@smutjunkies559
I have this album autographed (with poster that was included and autographed too).
@jojacob666
Been looking for this for a decade. My copy of Bitches has seen better days.
@johnst.baptiste3664
Check out the compilation 'Shut Up Kitty' It's the most accessible way to get a physical copy.
@6pin66
I found out the words to the original from hearing this version on a crazy mix tape .
@Dennis-nd5em
shut up kitty ? that album was dope as hell. nobody has replicated this guys sound, check out scorched blood hes got some amazing shit. i always listen to his stuff after all these years
@HowGreenIsMyToupee
Better than the original!