In regards to the meaning of this song:
Before a live performance on the EP Five Stories Falling, Geoff states “It’s about the last time I went to visit my grandmother in Columbus, and I saw that she was dying and it was the last time I was going to see her. It is about realizing how young you are, but how quickly you can go.”
That’s the thing about Geoff and his sublime poetry, you think it’s about one thing, but really it’s about something entirely different. But the lyrics are still universal and omnipresent, ubiquitous, even. So relatable. That’s one thing I love about this band. I also love their live performances, raw energy and Geoff’s beautiful, imperfectly perfect vocals. His voice soothes my aching soul.
Shut up!
If you squeeze my lizard
I'll put my snake on you
I'm a romantic adventurer
And a reptile too
But it don't make no difference
'Cause I ain't gonna be, easy, easy
The only time I'm easy's when I'm
Killed by death, killed by death
Killed by death, come on!
I'm a lone wolf ligger
But I ain't no pretty boy
I'm a backbone shiver
And I'm a bundle of joy
But it don't make no difference
'Cause I ain't gonna be, easy, easy
The only time I'm easy's when I'm
Killed by death, killed by death
Killed by death, come on!
Killed by death, Killed by death
Killed by death, come on!
Come on, I said you're killed by death
Come on!
Killed by
Killed by death
Killed by death
Killed by death, ha-ha-ha-ha!
Killed by death
Killed by death
Killed by death
Aah!
Killed by death
Killed by death
Killed by death
Killed by a bunch of death!
Killed by death
Killed by death
Killed by death
Shout out your mouth, shout out your mouth!
Come on!
Killed by death
Killed by death
Killed by death
I'm dead, I'm dead, I'm dead, I'm dead
I'm dead, I'm dead
Dead, dead, dead, killed by death
Aah!
If you squeeze my lizard
I'll put my snake on you
I'm a romantic adventurer
And a reptile too
But it don't make no difference
'Cause I ain't gonna be, easy, easy
The only time I'm easy's when I'm
Killed by death, killed by death
Killed by death, come on!
I'm a lone wolf ligger
But I ain't no pretty boy
I'm a backbone shiver
And I'm a bundle of joy
But it don't make no difference
'Cause I ain't gonna be, easy, easy
The only time I'm easy's when I'm
Killed by death, killed by death
Killed by death, come on!
Killed by death, Killed by death
Killed by death, come on!
Come on, I said you're killed by death
Come on!
Killed by
Killed by death
Killed by death
Killed by death, ha-ha-ha-ha!
Killed by death
Killed by death
Killed by death
Aah!
Killed by death
Killed by death
Killed by death
Killed by a bunch of death!
Killed by death
Killed by death
Killed by death
Shout out your mouth, shout out your mouth!
Come on!
Killed by death
Killed by death
Killed by death
I'm dead, I'm dead, I'm dead, I'm dead
I'm dead, I'm dead
Dead, dead, dead, killed by death
Aah!
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Killed By Death Lyrics as written by Michael Burston Ian Kilmister
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Fuck all you idiots this song isn't meant to be complex elitist art crap, this is straight forward rock n roll and murders 99% of other music. Fucking killer song.
Motorhead are one of the greatest bands to ever grace the world of music, and this is a fine example.
@AnarchistUK SwagFag can't understand rock'nRoll<br />
@AnarchistUK Well said and infinite respect to Lemmy because stating that you'll "only be easy when I'm killed by death" when you're high on life in your early 30s and actually living true to that until the end of your life at 70 is something not many can achieve! Authenticity and integrity at it's finest!
Fuck you! Lemmy is a legend and so many great bands owe a debt of gratitude to him.
The first verse is about sex
Basically I think this song is saying that the only time he will be comfortable or esy to get along with will be when he is dead or killed by death...
Sometimes words that sound good together, have a great rhythm and cadence, etc. are not always understandable or could even be simplistic.
It's only rock and roll, man! Turn it up to 11 and enjoy!
I hope today's crappy so-called hip hop/pop music is Killed by Death. This song totally rocks \m/
This song could mean being killed ONLY by death OR being killed by everything BUT death. Fist one is someone brave and bold and the second one is the exact opposite. Even though I strongly believe that Lemmy is referring to the first meaning.
Lemmy will be the first to admit that his lyrics ain't rocket science. Nothing wrong with that.
He's an antisocial loner who doesn't see eye to eye with many others at all. He ain't easy to get along with.
... the only time he's going to do anything willingly and without raising hell about it is when death comes knocking because it's inevitable and pointless to fight it.
Simple.
Oh, and it's one of Motorhead's best songs ever.
@boneyard23 Lemmy was anything but an antisocial loner mate, he always surrounded himself by large groups of the people he liked. He just chose his company.
I've had the pleasure of seeing Motorhead live - twice. Liverpool Royal Court, and Liverpool University.
And like the other poster has stated - Killed by Death is one of his finest moments. The leads are perfect, charging me with energy, almost forcing me to commit crime! :)
You've got to love Motorhead - it does what it says on the tin, so to speak.
You'll not find Lemmy with the San Fran Symphony.... like SellOUTtica. Oh I'd end it all then :)
Fuckin great song...very simple text and very good music. u gotta love it especially first few verses. "squeeze my lizzard" =D
Fuckin great song...very simple text and very good music. u gotta love it especially first few verses. "squeeze my lizzard" =D
If you squezze my lizard il put my snake on you how can you not love that? If it wasnt for lemme you would not have thrash metal! His whole thing is to play louder and harder than everyone else