About the song
Let’s dive into the electrifying world of “Psycho Killer” by the iconic band Talking Heads. This pulsating track, featured on their debut album “Talking Heads: 77” released in 1977, is a masterclass in art-rock innovation.
Penned by the band’s lead singer David Byrne, along with Chris Frantz and Tina Weymouth, “Psycho Killer” stands as a quintessential example of Talking Heads’ unique blend of new wave, punk, and avant-garde influences. With its hypnotic bassline, angular guitar riffs, and Byrne’s distinctive vocal delivery, the song immediately grabs the listener’s attention and refuses to let go.
Upon its release, “Psycho Killer” made waves on the alternative music scene, earning critical acclaim and solidifying Talking Heads’ status as pioneers of the genre. While it didn’t top mainstream charts, the song’s impact was felt across underground circles, earning it a revered status among fans and critics alike.
One of the standout features of “Psycho Killer” is its enigmatic lyrics, which explore themes of paranoia, alienation, and the darker aspects of the human psyche. With its haunting refrain of “Psycho killer, qu’est-ce que c’est?”, the song invites listeners to ponder the nature of madness and violence in society.
Despite its dark subject matter, “Psycho Killer” exudes an irresistible energy and sense of urgency that makes it impossible to resist. Its infectious groove and thought-provoking lyrics continue to resonate with audiences, cementing its place as one of Talking Heads’ most enduring and influential songs.
So, if you’re ready to take a walk on the wild side and explore the depths of the human psyche, join Talking Heads and immerse yourself in the electrifying world of “Psycho Killer”.
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Lyrics
I can’t seem to face up to the facts
I’m tense and nervous and I can’t relax
I can’t sleep ’cause my bed’s on fire
Don’t touch me, I’m a real live wire
Psycho Killer
Qu’est-ce que c’est?
Fa-fa-fa-fa, fa-fa-fa-fa-fa-fa, better
Run, run, run, run, run, run, run away, oh-oh-oh
Psycho Killer
Qu’est-ce que c’est?
Fa-fa-fa-fa, fa-fa-fa-fa-fa-fa, better
Run, run, run, run, run, run, run away, oh, oh, oh, oh
Ay-ya-ya-ya-ya-ya, ooh
You start a conversation, you can’t even finish it
You’re talking a lot, but you’re not saying anything
When I have nothing to say, my lips are sealed
Say something once, why say it again?
Psycho Killer
Qu’est-ce que c’est?
Fa-fa-fa-fa, fa-fa-fa-fa-fa-fa, better
Run, run, run, run, run, run, run away, oh-oh-oh
Psycho Killer
Qu’est-ce que c’est?
Fa-fa-fa-fa, fa-fa-fa-fa-fa-fa, better
Run, run, run, run, run, run, run away, oh, oh, oh, oh
Ay-ya-ya-ya-ya-ya
Ce que j’ai fait, ce soir-là
Ce qu’elle a dit, ce soir-là
Réalisant mon espoir
Je me lance vers la gloire, okay
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
We are vain and we are blind
I hate people when they’re not polite
Psycho Killer
Qu’est-ce que c’est?
Fa-fa-fa-fa, fa-fa-fa-fa-fa-fa, better
Run, run, run, run, run, run, run away, oh-oh-oh
Psycho Killer
Qu’est-ce que c’est?
Fa-fa-fa-fa, fa-fa-fa-fa-fa-fa, better
Run, run, run, run, run, run, run away, oh, oh, oh, oh
Ai-ya-ya-ya-ya-ya, ooh