Sheena Is a Parasite
The Horrors
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Sheena is a champion of self-reliance As soon as she needs it she knows just where the knife is Her fingers aren't so fast anymore It's been 29 years since she came to these shores Sheena is a parasite Sheena is a parasite Sheena is a parasite Sheena is a parasite Send her back to the sea, they cried But Sheena spat bile 'til they let her lie She claims she's working for the Lord But you know what she's looking for Sheena is a parasite Sheena is a parasite Sheena is a parasite Sheena is a parasite Sheena's ambition sneers at your routine And behind that glass she sits, cold If Sheena was buried, no one would care She hates everyone, she knows no one Sheena is a parasite Sheena is a parasite Sheena is a parasite Sheena is a parasite Send her back across the sea Back across the sea
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Written by: FARIS BADWAN, JOSEPH SPURGEON, JOSHUA HAYWARD, RHYS WEBB, THOMAS COWAN
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12 facts about this song
Song's Origins"Sheena Is a Parasite" is the debut single released by the English rock band The Horrors.
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BandThe Horrors are known for their eclectic mix of gothic rock, punk, and garage-rock revival.
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Release DateThe song was released on April 17, 2006, making it one of the earliest songs in their discography.
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ProductionThe song was produced by Jim Sclavunos, a member of the band Nick Cave and The Bad Seeds.
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Music Video DirectorThe music video for "Sheena Is a Parasite" was directed by famous music & film director Chris Cunningham, who previously worked with artists like Aphex Twin and Björk.
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Video StarThe music video for the song features Academy Award-nominee actress Samantha Morton in a disturbing yet compelling performance.
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TV ControversyThe music video, known for its graphic imagery and horrific content, was considered too explicit for MTV, and as a result, they refused to air it.
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Single's ReceptionDespite the controversy, the song itself was positively received by music critics and is considered a stand-out in The Horrors’ early catalog.
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Album"Sheena Is a Parasite" is also included in the band's debut studio album "Strange House," released in 2007.
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Song's LengthThis song is noteworthy for its surprisingly short length; clocking in at only 1 minute and 41 seconds, it is among the shortest commercially released songs in modern rock music.
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Live Performances"Sheena Is a Parasite" continues to be a regular feature in The Horrors’ live performances due to its high energy and enthusiastic fan reactions.
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Cover ArtThe single's cover art was designed by guitarist Joshua Hayward, showcasing another artistic side of the band.
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