Loverman

Nick Cave

About Loverman

"Loverman" is the second single from the album Let Love In by Australian rock band Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds. The song was also performed by American heavy metal band Metallica on their 1998 cover album Garage Inc., Depeche Mode's Martin Gore in his 2003 solo album Counterfeit², and American jazz saxophonist Teodross Avery.


Year:
1998
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There's a devil waiting outside your door
(How much longer?)
There's a devil waiting outside your door
And he's bucking and braying and pawing at the floor
And he's howling with pain and crawling up the walls, oh yeah
There's a devil waiting outside your door
He's weak with evil and broken by the world
He's shouting your name and he's asking for more, give him more, give him more
There's a devil waiting outside your door, oh yeah

Loverman! Since the world began
Forever, amen till end of time
Take off that dress I'm coming down, I'm your loverman
'Cause I am what I am, what I am, what I am

L is for love, baby
O is for only you that I do
V is for loving virtually all that you are
E is for loving almost everything that you do
R is for rape me and
M is for murder me and
A is for answering all of my prayers
N is for knowing your loverman's going to
Be the answer to all of yours

Loverman! Till the bitter end
While empires burn down forever and ever
And ever and ever amen, I'm your loverman
So help me, baby so help me
'Cause I am what I am, what I am what I am, what I am

I'll be your loverman!

There's a devil crawling along your floor
There's a devil crawling along your floor
With a trembling heart, he's come through the door
With his strain and sex and his jumping paw, oh yeah
There's a devil crawling along your floor
And he's old and he's stupid and
He's hungry and he's sore
And he's lame and he's blind
And he's dirty and he's poor
Give him more, give him more, give him more, give him more, give him more, give him more
There's a devil crawling along your floor, oh yeah

Loverman! Now here I stand, forever amen
'Cause I am what I am, what I am, what I am, what I am
Forgive me baby, my hands are tied
And I got no choice, no I got no choice at all

I'll say it again
L is for love and
O is for o yes I do
V is for virtue, so I ain't gonna hurt you
E is for even if you want me to
R is for render unto me, baby
M is for that which is mine and
A is for any old how, darling and
N is for any old time

I'll be your loverman! I got a master plan
To take off your dress and be your man
Seize the throne, seize the mantle
Seize the crown 'cause I am what I am, what I am, what I am, what I am
Your loverman!

There's a devil lying by your side
You might think he's asleep
But look at his eyes
He wants you, baby, to be his bride
There's a devil lying by your side, oh yeah

Oh he's a loverman!
Oh he's a loverman!
Can you comphrend
'Cause I am what I am, what I am, what I am, what I am, what I am, what I am, what I am
'Cause he's a loverman!
A real loverman!
A real loverman!

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Nick Cave

Nicholas Edward "Nick" Cave (born 22 September 1957) is an Australian musician, songwriter, author, screenwriter, composer and occasional film actor. more »

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Written by: Nicholas Edward Cave

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10 facts about this song

Production Facts
Nick Cave and The Bad Seeds recorded "Loverman" for their 1994 album, "Let Love In". It was released by the record label, Mute Records.
Song Meaning
"Loverman" is a dark, erotic song, like many of Nick Cave's works. It portrays a narrator’s uncontrollable and destructive desire towards his lover.
Influences
The song has likely influences from blues and gothic genres, as these are styles that Nick Cave frequently incorporates into his music.
Other Artists' Performance
The heavy metal band Metallica covered "Loverman" on their 1998 album "Garage Inc.". It was also covered by Martin Gore of Depeche Mode for his solo EP "Counterfeit2".
Popularity
Despite being one of the darker songs by Nick Cave, "Loverman" amassed a significant level of popularity and has been recognized as a fan favorite.
Music Video
The music video for "Loverman" portrays a vampiric, masquerade-like setting showcasing Nick's characteristic love for the grotesque and theatrical.
Songwriting
As with much of his work, Cave’s intricate lyrics in "Loverman" has been celebrated for its poetry and depth. The song features paradoxical lines, adding layers to its meaning.
Live Performances
"Loverman" became a staple in Nick Cave and The Bad Seeds’ live performances, often being played at a faster tempo with extended jamming portions.
Collaboration
"Loverman," like many other Nick Cave songs, is a collaboration with The Bad Seeds, a band of diverse musicians that Cave has consistently worked with throughout his career.
Album Success
The album "Let Love In," which "Loverman" is a part of, is often considered one of Cave’s most successful albums and has been praised for its cohesive theme and sound.

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