Black Tar
Black Tar

The Kills - Black Tar Lyrics

May 3, 2016
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Black Tar Music Video

Black Tar Lyrics

One hit, one invention
You must pay your ransom
Love, lust, you're too handsome
Fairytales are fair game

The world is looking for you
Sharpening its blade
London's bloodthirsty
Paris is a vein, open
A vein on the pulse of mean

Big brushing out-winged sparrow
I'm gonna catch you by the hair of the night
Fortune's arrow
Prick quick to pick a fight

The world is tripping for you
Bidding on your blood
L.A. Catatonia
New York black tar runs, over
Runs over you for fun

Big brushing out-winged sparrow
Hot cooking all De Niro Light
Tucked, prim and primed
If chance were so divine, why

Cool thing go mad and crazy
Some dick is looking for a way
White screen field of daisies
Pull em up, but they all stay
Standing in your way
Stay, standing in your way

Writer(s): JAMIE HINCE, ALISON MOSSHART
Copyright(s): Lyrics © DOMINO PUBLISHING COMPANY
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind

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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. Who are the members of The Kills?

    The Kills is an indie rock duo consisting of Alison Mosshart and Jamie Hince.

  2. Which album features the song 'Black Tar'?

    'Black Tar' is featured on The Kills' third studio album, Midnight Boom, released in 2008.

  3. Who wrote the lyrics for 'Black Tar'?

    The lyrics for 'Black Tar' were written by Jamie Hince and Alison Mosshart.

  4. What other songs are included in the Midnight Boom album?

    'Midnight Boom' includes tracks like 'U.R.A. Fever,' 'Cheap and Cheerful,' and 'Tape Song,' among others.

  5. Has The Kills collaborated with any other artists or bands?

    While The Kills primarily produce music as a duo, Alison Mosshart has collaborated with Jack White in the band The Dead Weather.

  6. Are there any notable performances or appearances of The Kills related to this song?

    'Black Balloon,' another track from Midnight Boom, was featured in an episode of 'The Good Wife' and the movie 'Asthma.' However, specific notable performances for 'Black Tar' are not documented.

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