Skulls
Misfits
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The corpses all hang headless and limp Bodies with no surprises And the blood drains down like devil's rain We'll bathe tonight I want your skulls I need your skulls I want your skulls I need your skulls Demon I am and face I peel To see your skin turned inside out, 'cause Gotta have you on my wall Gotta have you on my wall, 'cause I want your skulls I need your skulls I want your skulls I need your skulls Go Collect the heads of little girls and Put 'em on my wall Hack the heads off little girls and Put 'em on my wall Oh oh I want your skulls I need your skulls I want your skulls I need your skulls I want your skulls I need your skulls I want your skulls I need your skulls Whoa
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10 facts about this song
Album Release"Skulls" is a song from the Misfits' album "Walk among Us," which was the first full-length album released by the punk rock band in March 1982.
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Song ThemeThis track, like many of their songs, borrows heavily from horror and science fiction themes, echoing the band's commitment to combining punk music with shock value.
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InfluenceThe band and the song influenced numerous punk rock bands and musicians and have a large following, despite never having a major hit. "Skulls" is particularly known for setting the standard for horror punk style.
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Song Writer/Performers"Skulls" was written by Glenn Danzig, Misfits' founding member, with Danzig on vocals, Jerry Only on bass, Doyle Wolfgang von Frankenstein on guitar, and Arthur Googy on drums.
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LyricsThe song's lyrics are dark and violent, featuring a protagonist who wants skulls and satirizes humanity's fascination with violence and the macabre.
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Cover Performances"Skulls" has been covered by numerous bands, demonstrating its influence within the punk community. Bands like Lemonheads and AFI have performed their versions of the song.
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PopularityDespite being released over three decades ago, "Skulls" remains one of the most popular Misfits songs and is often played at punk rock events and parties.
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Song Length"Skulls" is a concise track, like typical punk style, running at just under two minutes long.
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Live PerformancesThe Misfits have often performed "Skulls" during live performances, and it continues to be a fan favourite.
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Album's Ranking"Walk among Us," the album that features "Skulls," is ranked as one of the best albums in the punk rock genre.
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