The band signed to French label Kitsuné in 2008, releasing "Wizards" on the Gildas & Masaya - Paris compilation in May 2008 and "Superheroes" on Kitsuné Maison Compilation 6 in October 2008. They released their debut EP Inner City Angst EP a month later, as well as various remixes, through the same label.
You Love Her Coz She's Dead appeared playing "Superheroes" on the third series of the television series Skins, following in the footsteps of previously featured artists Crystal Castles and Foals.
The band released their long awaited debut album You Love Her Coz She's Dead on August 29, 2011 via Glasstone Records. It was also released in Japan with bonus tracks on June 20, 2012 via Flake Records.
In April 2012 the band released a statement via Facebook that Elle would be leaving the duo. Jay decided to continue YLHCSD and look for a new vocalist. In July, Poppy Dead joined as the new vocalist.
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ME VERSUS YOU
You Love Her Coz She's Dead Lyrics
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I never knew we could be set ablaze
The darkness falls
I uncover you
Next to me
Shadow man is watching
Shadow man waiting
Shadow man is Hiding
The horror
Embrace it
In "ME VERSUS YOU," You Love Her Coz She's Dead seems to be exploring the notion of darkness and the shadows that lurk within it. The song starts with the admission that the singer never thought things could be this way; they never knew that they could be set ablaze by the darkness. The line "The darkness falls" sets the tone for the rest of the song, as the singer uncovers something next to them. Although it's unclear what the singer uncovers, it seems to be something that is in the shadows.
The chorus of the song introduces the concept of the "shadow man," who is "watching, waiting, searching, and hiding." This image is powerful, as it conjures up the idea of someone or something lurking in the shadows, just out of sight. The image of the shadow man is a metaphor for the darker side of ourselves that we don't always acknowledge. The chorus ends with the line "Embrace it," suggesting that the singer is urging themselves to embrace their darker side, rather than hide it away.
Overall, "ME VERSUS YOU" is a haunting and introspective song that explores themes of darkness and shadow. Through its evocative lyrics and hypnotic beat, it invites the listener to confront their own shadow self and embrace the hidden parts of their psyche.
Line by Line Meaning
I never thought it could be this way
I never imagined that our love would take such a destructive turn
I never knew we could be set ablaze
I had no idea that the intensity of our love would be this fiery
The darkness falls
As the night draws in, everything becomes gloomy and foreboding
I uncover you
I reveal your true self, your darkest desires
Next to me
You are always at my side, no matter what
Shadow man is watching
An ominous figure is observing us from afar
Shadow man waiting
This mysterious entity is biding its time, waiting for the right moment to strike
Shadow man is searching
It relentlessly pursues us, seeking to uncover our secrets
Shadow man is hiding
The shadowy figure is shrouded in mystery, revealing nothing about itself or its intentions
The horror
The terror of our situation, the bleakness of our future
Embrace it
We must accept the horror, the darkness, and the shadows, for they are our constant companions
Contributed by William L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.