Zodiac Mindwarp and the Love Reaction play an ultra sleazy style of commercial hard rock featuring big riffs and big choruses, as was the trend in the band’s heyday of the mid-to-late 80s and early 90s. The outrageously camp lyrics are intended as self-parody, and can be seen as either humorous (by those who "get the joke") or offensive (by those who take them at face value) for their often lascivious and misogynist tone. Song titles like "Back Seat Education," "Feed My Frankenstein," "High Heeled Heaven" and "Trash Madonna" illustrate Zodiac’s tongue-in-cheek approach. Lyrical content also exhibits a send up of cult worship, often of Zodiac Mindwarp’s self proclaimed raging libido, with the frontman claiming the titles of "sex führer," "love dictator" and "high priest of love." Songs such as "Holy Gasoline," "President of the United States of Love," "Messianic Reprise," "Planet Girl" and "Elvis Died for You" are similarly inclined.
The video for the band's track "Prime Mover" was directed by Comic Strip actor/comedian Adrian Edmonson. Featuring explosions, scantily-clad young women and the band as alien invaders it immaculately captured the band's nasty, posturing style.
Occasionally referred to as "biker rock," the band’s style of hard rock is reflected in their outlandish attire, which tends to parody the post-apocalyptic "Mad Max" biker look. However, they have adopted a more common "street look" in recent years.
Zodiac co-wrote the track "There's a Barbarian in the Back of My Car" on the Voice of the Beehive album Let It Bee. He also co-wrote the track "Feed My Frankenstein" which appeared on the Alice Cooper album Hey Stoopid. Zodiac Mindwarp and The Love Reaction recorded their own version of the song which appeared on the album Hoodlum Thunder.
In 1992 Zodiac appeared on the album 456 by The Grid, singing lead vocals on the album's final track "Fire Engine Red." Love Reaction guitarist Cobalt Stargazer also appeared on the same album, performing on the tracks "Face The Sun" and "Leave Your Body".
In recent years Mark Manning has established himself as author penning books entitled Bad Wisdom (with Bill Drummond), Crucify Me Again, Get Your Cock Out, Fucked By Rock, Collateral Damage and The Wild Highway (again with Bill Drummond).
Wolfchild Speech
Zodiac Mindwarp and the Love Reaction Lyrics
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I Speak To You Of The Science Of Mythology
I Speak Of Maverick Deviation
The Psychotronic Love Commandos
We Shall Be Drunken Stars
We Shall Fear Nothing
Demand The Impossible
Dream Your Destiny
I Slayed The King Of The Wolves
Nothing Is Impossible
"Wolfchild Speech" by Zodiac Mindwarp and the Love Reaction is a powerful statement from the band about the importance of defiance, self-belief, and ultimately triumph. The song begins with a proclamation to the listener: "Listen here Wolfchild, I speak to you of the science of mythology." It is a reference to the power of storytelling and belief, which the song argues are essential elements for achieving greatness. The lyrics urge the listener to embrace their inner "Maverick Deviation," a phrase that refers to the need to follow one's own path, even when it diverges from the norm.
The song's second verse speaks of the "Psychotronic Love Commandos," a term that likely refers to those who break free from societal norms in pursuit of love and happiness. The chorus is an exhortation to "demand the impossible" and "dream your destiny," urging the listener to aim high and defy expectations. The final lines of the song, "I slayed the king of the wolves, nothing is impossible," encapsulate the central theme of the song: that with self-belief and determination, anything is possible.
Overall, "Wolfchild Speech" is a powerful and inspiring track that urges its listeners to embrace their inner strength and follow their own path in life.
Line by Line Meaning
Listen Here Wolfchild
Pay attention, my fellow wild and free soul
I Speak To You Of The Science Of Mythology
I am discussing the study of ancient legends and beliefs with you
I Speak Of Maverick Deviation
I am talking about the act of breaking away from conformity and being a rebellious individual
The Psychotronic Love Commandos
We are the warriors of love who use our powers to conquer all obstacles
We Shall Be Drunken Stars
We will shine brightly and fearlessly like stars, illuminated with confidence and joy
We Shall Fear Nothing
We will have no fear, as we are unafraid of what the future may hold or what obstacles may come our way
Demand The Impossible
Challenge what is considered possible, and reach further than what others deem achievable
Dream Your Destiny
Envision and aspire to achieve the path that is meant for you
Defy The Logic Of Alphabets
Break free from the limitations of language and form your own definition of reality
I Slayed The King Of The Wolves
I have overcome my biggest obstacle, and now nothing can hold me back
Nothing Is Impossible
There are no limits to what we can accomplish if we put our minds to it
Contributed by Blake V. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@TheDominoizEffect
OMG! I found the sample from French Connection!!!
@3martiniplaydate
Booooty!!!!! Lemme borrow you for a while!