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Black Rebel Motorcycle Club — Beat The Devil's Tattoo
Album: Beat The Devil's Tattoo
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Released: 2010
Length: 3:43
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You have forsaken
All the love you've taken
Sleeping on a razor
There's nowhere left to fall

Your body's aching
Every bone is breaking
Nothing seems to shake it
It just keeps holding on

Ah, ah
Ah, ah
Ah, ah
Ah, ah

Your soul is able
Death is all you cradle
Sleeping on the nails
There's nowhere left to fall

You have admired
Every man desires
Everyone is king
When there's no one left to pawn

Ah, ah
Ah, ah
Ah, ah
Ah, ah

There is no peace here
War is never cheap, dear
Love will never meet here
It just gets sold for parts

You cannot fight it
All the world denies it
Open up your eyelids
Let your demons run

Ah, ah
Ah, ah
Ah, ah
Ah, ah

I thread the needle through
You beat the devil's tattoo
I thread the needle through
You beat the devil's tattoo
I thread the needle through
You beat the devil's tattoo
I thread the needle through
You beat the devil's tattoo

I bled the needle through
You beat the devil's tattoo
I thread the needle through
You beat the devil's tattoo
I bled the needle through
You beat the devil's tattoo
I thread the needle through
You beat the devil's tattoo
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Half a dozen beers and I might, just might get into this song.  Otherwise....
Posted 6 years ago by westslope    [ Reply ]
I've heard some good music from this band, but this isn't it.  This is a grating dirge.

{#Frustrated}
Posted 7 years ago by George_Tirebiter    [ Reply ]
There's that awesome segue from this into Sing, Sing, Sing again. {#Drummer} Love it!
Posted 7 years ago by nevar23    [ Reply ]
This sounds quite similar to “Grounds for Divorce” by Elbow.
Posted 8 years ago by DrLex    [ Reply ]
Not a bad lil Rock Band. Nice to know there are still a few left.
Posted 8 years ago by thewiseking    [ Reply ]
 ckcotton wrote:
The more I hear the less I can tolerate.... Just grating

 
yep, sounds like Bon Jovi on cheap liquor
Posted 8 years ago by Skydog    [ Reply ]
Perfect car song....!)))
Posted 8 years ago by tambu    [ Reply ]
Aside for the normal wonderful segues her on RP, it strikes me that those to and from BRMC songs are especially interesting. From this to Sing, Sing, Sing by James Horner (R.I.P.). The Devil's Tattoo has a definite swing vibe. {#Tongue-out}
Posted 9 years ago by nevar23    [ Reply ]
 Byronape wrote:

You are missing out on the tattoos.  I have two and plan on at least 2 more in the next several years.  The trick is to find something that you love enough to see it for the rest of your life, that your significant other won't mind (or preferably like), and something that's uniquely you.

I got a tattoo of a gargoyle over my heart after a bad relationship to protect me from evil bitches and only a few months later I met the woman who became my wife.  Just sayin..

 
They do seem to show up everywhere.....wtf is wrong with getting drilled in the skin with ink?  Good tune, though {#Lol} 
Posted 12 years ago by cohifi    [ Reply ]
The more I hear the less I can tolerate.... Just grating
Posted 12 years ago by ckcotton    [ Reply ]
 cohifi wrote:
6 to 7 cause yall seem to like it.  Tattoos are not for me!
 
You are missing out on the tattoos.  I have two and plan on at least 2 more in the next several years.  The trick is to find something that you love enough to see it for the rest of your life, that your significant other won't mind (or preferably like), and something that's uniquely you.

I got a tattoo of a gargoyle over my heart after a bad relationship to protect me from evil bitches and only a few months later I met the woman who became my wife.  Just sayin..

Posted 12 years ago by Byronape    [ Reply ]
 Ahnyer_Keester wrote:
Boy, this goes from tolerable to ignorable to irritating in just a few minutes.
 
BRAVO

Sums it up precisely

 
Posted 12 years ago by ckcotton    [ Reply ]
Boy, this goes from tolerable to ignorable to irritating in just a few minutes.
Posted 13 years ago by Ahnyer_Keester    [ Reply ]
Fred, it is good to see you keep an open mind.   Made me happy because I really like this band.   {#Group-hug}

 fredriley wrote:
A fine number, but I was a bit disappointed by the CD which isn't a patch on their earlier work IMO. Pretty good, but not outstanding or distinctive as I'd come to expect. Maybe it'll improve after a few more listens.

Edit: I take the above back - after another listen the CD's really hit me in the guts, even more emotion and oomph than their previous excellent effort. Well worth shelling out your hard-earned on.

I do love the way the name of this band really upsets some folk who expect heavy metal rather than fuzzy rock/psychedelia. A bit like the way Massive Attack's music deliberately confounds their name.

 


Posted 13 years ago by jerrieberrie    [ Reply ]
Same thing over and over. "Next song, please!"
Posted 13 years ago by ERERER    [ Reply ]
6 to 7 cause yall seem to like it.  Tattoos are not for me!


Posted 13 years ago by cohifi    [ Reply ]

I thread the needle through you beat the devil's tattoo


Posted 13 years ago by vandal    [ Reply ]
I think they sound a bit like T.Rex, if they survived to today. Good album.
Posted 13 years ago by dkwalika    [ Reply ]
very very repetitive and boring. unfortunately.
Posted 13 years ago by Delboy77    [ Reply ]
Thinks the singer sounds like a horse?

 vandal wrote:

Please explain the term, "whinnny {sic}"
 


Posted 13 years ago by xkolibuul    [ Reply ]
Is it over yet?
Posted 13 years ago by FrankMc    [ Reply ]
 1wolfy wrote:
he sounds like a Rabi singing a prayer
  hahhaha, that's funny!


Posted 13 years ago by nicolewe    [ Reply ]
 Baby_M wrote:
Great set:

    Black Rebel Motorcycle Club - Beat The Devil's Tattoo
    Cream - Strange Brew
    Stevie Wonder - Superstition
 
{#High-five} Seconded!

Posted 14 years ago by peter_james_bond    [ Reply ]
Great set:

    Black Rebel Motorcycle Club - Beat The Devil's Tattoo
    Cream - Strange Brew
    Stevie Wonder - Superstition
Posted 14 years ago by Baby_M    [ Reply ]
cool song....
Posted 14 years ago by woodchuk    [ Reply ]
 RobMartin wrote:
Oooo, I must leave this whinnny crap, but will check back later.  {#Frustrated}
 
Please explain the term, "whinnny {sic}"


Posted 14 years ago by vandal    [ Reply ]
This band is growing on me, which is a surprise. Maybe I need to hear the entire CD ?
Posted 14 years ago by ejmusik    [ Reply ]
 Shesdifferent wrote:
Horrible...between this and Emmylou Harris's previous song its like nails on a chalk board...make it stop!
 
Will they be coming to take you home anytime soon? {#Cool}

Posted 14 years ago by fingerpin    [ Reply ]
I'm liking this band more and more....{#Cowboy}{#Kiss}{#Fire}


Posted 14 years ago by nicolewe    [ Reply ]
They're definitely identifiable - I didn't even have to look to know it was BRMC. For some reason, they remind me a little of Joan Jett and the Blackhearts.... And no, I don't mean that in a bad way! And the name... Brando would laugh his ass off in delight.
Posted 14 years ago by Cynaera    [ Reply ]
 Baby_M wrote:
Not their usual style, but I like it.
 
I should add: the more BRMC I hear, the more I come to believe they've got some of the best lyrics going.  Subtle, complex, deep.


Posted 14 years ago by Baby_M    [ Reply ]
hey, was wondering what happened to these guys!
Posted 14 years ago by thewiseking    [ Reply ]
 fredriley wrote:
A fine number, but I was a bit disappointed by the CD which isn't a patch on their earlier work IMO. Pretty good, but not outstanding or distinctive as I'd come to expect. Maybe it'll improve after a few more listens.

Edit: I take the above back - after another listen the CD's really hit me in the guts, even more emotion and oomph than their previous excellent effort. Well worth shelling out your hard-earned on.

I do love the way the name of this band really upsets some folk who expect heavy metal rather than fuzzy rock/psychedelia. A bit like the way Massive Attack's music deliberately confounds their name.

 
{#Yes}

Posted 14 years ago by plaice3    [ Reply ]
Oooo, I must leave this whinnny crap, but will check back later.  {#Frustrated}
Posted 14 years ago by RobMartin    [ Reply ]
 vandal wrote:

I echo your message Fred; second listen yielded a strong bond with this CD. . .
 
How long did the cycle in your post take? :) Some good albums take even longer than 2 listens for them to really kick in.

Posted 14 years ago by gregler    [ Reply ]
 Shesdifferent wrote:
Horrible...between this and Emmylou Harris's previous song its like nails on a chalk board...make it stop!
 
Like nails on a chalkboard..? Sounds like a proper rock song!

Posted 14 years ago by gregler    [ Reply ]
8 => 9   {#Dancingbanana_2}
Posted 14 years ago by peacockangel    [ Reply ]
Open up your eyelids and let your demons run... Love this band and this song! {#Dancingbanana_2}
Posted 14 years ago by nevar23    [ Reply ]
Horrible...between this and Emmylou Harris's previous song its like nails on a chalk board...make it stop!
Posted 14 years ago by Shesdifferent    [ Reply ]
Like that raw acoustic guitar...gives me heart-wood! {#Dancingbanana_2}
Posted 14 years ago by crockydile    [ Reply ]
GOOD ONE!
Posted 14 years ago by Stingray    [ Reply ]
Not their usual style, but I like it.
Posted 14 years ago by Baby_M    [ Reply ]
I can take or leave this band usually, but I like this song!
Posted 14 years ago by sirdroseph    [ Reply ]
 fredriley wrote:
A fine number, but I was a bit disappointed by the CD which isn't a patch on their earlier work IMO. Pretty good, but not outstanding or distinctive as I'd come to expect. Maybe it'll improve after a few more listens.

Edit: I take the above back - after another listen the CD's really hit me in the guts, even more emotion and oomph than their previous excellent effort. Well worth shelling out your hard-earned on.

I do love the way the name of this band really upsets some folk who expect heavy metal rather than fuzzy rock/psychedelia. A bit like the way Massive Attack's music deliberately confounds their name.

 
I echo your message Fred; second listen yielded a strong bond with this CD. . .


Posted 14 years ago by vandal    [ Reply ]
 nalle wrote:
I love them, they are playing in Malmo at KB end of May. I´ve seen them before, they are great live.
 

Yes, soon we are there, rock on,
Posted 14 years ago by nalle    [ Reply ]
he sounds like a Rabi singing a prayer
Posted 14 years ago by 1wolfy    [ Reply ]
A fine number, but I was a bit disappointed by the CD which isn't a patch on their earlier work IMO. Pretty good, but not outstanding or distinctive as I'd come to expect. Maybe it'll improve after a few more listens.

Edit: I take the above back - after another listen the CD's really hit me in the guts, even more emotion and oomph than their previous excellent effort. Well worth shelling out your hard-earned on.

I do love the way the name of this band really upsets some folk who expect heavy metal rather than fuzzy rock/psychedelia. A bit like the way Massive Attack's music deliberately confounds their name.

Posted 14 years ago by fredriley    [ Reply ]
I love them, they are playing in Malmo at KB end of May. I´ve seen them before, they are great live.
Posted 14 years ago by nalle    [ Reply ]
Really like this song, but I wish they had a little more energy at their live shows.  They sound just like the album and that's not really what I go to a show to experience.  You may disagree, but I've heard the same from a few different people at different venues.  YMMV.

Posted 14 years ago by drstulsa    [ Reply ]
 ddehoyos wrote:
I see a drummer just beating the heck out of the cymbals with every crash and trying to muster all the energy he can to bash the bass drums after a hard night of partying.
 
Actually, it's a girl drummer - Leah Shapiro - and she's amazing. She hits harder than most of the guy drummers I've seen live. I've got a fairly massive girl-crush on her.

Posted 14 years ago by fishogynist    [ Reply ]
Another great BRMC song. Can't wait to pick up this album.
Posted 14 years ago by Relayer    [ Reply ]
Didn't I hear this on their last CD, or was it the one before that?

{#Ask}
Posted 14 years ago by chyk5    [ Reply ]
I see a drummer just beating the heck out of the cymbals with every crash and trying to muster all the energy he can to bash the bass drums after a hard night of partying. "What do you mean we have a studio session in the morning"? Thanks for keeping new and old music in the mix. It keeps the old timers up to speed.
Posted 14 years ago by ddehoyos    [ Reply ]
Very enjoyable. {#Bananajam}
Posted 14 years ago by dggeek    [ Reply ]
Awesome!
Posted 14 years ago by vandal    [ Reply ]