Dead From the Waist Down

Catatonia

About Dead From the Waist Down

"Dead from the Waist Down" is a song recorded by the Welsh band Catatonia, taken from their third studio album, Equally Cursed and Blessed. It was written by Mark Roberts and the band, and produced by TommyD.


Year:
1999
4:17
40 
#3

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The sun is shining
We should be making hay
But we're dead from the waist down
Like in Californ-i-a
Victory is empty
There are lessons in defeat
But we're dead from the waist down
We are sleeping on our feet
We stole the songs from birds in trees
Bought us time on easy street
Now our paths, they never meet
We chose to court and flatter greed
Ego-disposability
I caught a glimpse and it's not me

Make hay not war
Make hay not war
Make hay not war
Or else you're done for
When we're D from the W down

There's no contracts binding
No bad scene beyond repair
But when you're dead from the waist down
You're too far gone to even care
We stole the songs from birds in trees
Bought us time on easy street
Now our paths, they never meet
We chose to court and flatter greed
Ego-disposability
I caught a glimpse and it's not me

Make hay not war
Make hay not war
Make hay not war
Or else we're done for
When you're D from the W down
Make hay not war
Make hay not war
Make hay not war
Or else we're done for
When you're D from the W down
When you're D from the W down
D from the W down
D from the W down

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Catatonia

Catatonia were an alternative rock band from Wales who gained popularity in the mid to late 1990s. The band consisted of Cerys Matthews on vocals, Mark Roberts on guitar, Paul Jones on bass (both now members of Y Ffyrc, and former members of Sherbet Antlers and Y Cyrff), Owen Powell (who is a judge on 'Wawffactor' – akin to a Welsh X Factor) on guitar, and Aled Richards (who now drums for Amy Wadge) on drums. Matthews and Roberts were the main songwriters. more »

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Written by: ALED RICHARDS, CERYS MATTHEWS, MARK ROBERTS, OWEN POWELL, PAUL JONES

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10 facts about this song

Song Title
"Dead From the Waist Down" is considered one of Catatonia's best known and most successful singles.
Artist Information
Catatonia was a popular Welsh alternative rock band that gained fame in the 90s. The band was fronted by Welsh singer-songwriter Cerys Matthews.
Release Date
The song was released in 1999 as the lead single from their third album "Equally Cursed and Blessed."
Chart Performance
"Dead From the Waist Down" peaked at number 7 in the UK Singles Chart, making it one of Catatonia's highest charting songs.
Song Meaning
The song has been interpreted as a criticism of the Western world's consumer culture and its impact on creativity and originality.
Song Composition
The track is noted for its catchy pop-rock sound and Cerys Matthews' distinct vocal delivery. Its memorable chorus has been widely praised.
Music Video
The video for "Dead From the Waist Down" is notable for its unusual setting. It features the band playing in a desert and includes imagery of UFOs and alien abductions, adding another layer of interpretation to the song's meaning.
Cultural Impact
The song is often associated with the "Cool Cymru" movement of the late 90s when Welsh music and culture enjoyed a period of popularity and recognition.
Later Live Performances
Even after Catatonia disbanded in 2001, "Dead From the Waist Down" remained a staple in Cerys Matthews' solo performances.
Legacy
Despite the band's breakup, Catatonia's music and "Dead From the Waist Down" in particular continue to be celebrated today for their unique mix of pop sensibility and biting social commentary.

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