Dead Road 7
The Kills · No Wow [2005]
to that dead road and back
To the road where the oldest road met the first dead road that cracked
Made the second and curved the third
Forked the forth and said to the fifth,
"if you walk just a couple of miles, you're gonna come across the six,
the six, the six."
It runs into a ditch
Dead road 7 is a bitch
Dead road 7 is a bitch
Floating belly flush
Floating belly up
Go down there if you wish
Go down there if you wish
This dead road leads down,
to that dead road and back
To the road where the oldest road met
the first dead road that cracked
Made the second and curved the third
Forked the forth and said to the fifth,
"if you walk just a couple of miles, you're gonna
come across the six, the six, the six."
Dead road 7 is a bitch
Dead road 7 is a bitch
Floating belly flush
Floating belly up UP UP UP
Go down there if you wish
Go down there if you wish
Go down there if you wish
Dead road 7 is a bitch
Dead road 7 is a bitch
Floating belly flush
Floating belly up UP UP UP
Go down there if you wish
Go down there if you wish
Go down there if you wish
Dead Road 7
Dead Road 7 stands as a defining track from The Kills' 2005 album No Wow, capturing the duo's signature blend of raw blues and minimalist rock. The recording showcases the band's ability to create tension through sparse instrumentation, with Alison Mosshart's commanding vocals cutting through a driving, hypnotic rhythm section. This song exemplifies the gritty, lo-fi aesthetic that characterized their early work, establishing a sonic identity that would influence countless garage rock revivalists. The track's relentless energy and moody atmosphere reflect the band's commitment to stripping rock music down to its essential elements. As part of a celebrated discography, Dead Road 7 remains a testament to The Kills' enduring impact on modern alternative music, offering listeners a powerful example of their unique collaborative chemistry and songwriting prowess.