The Blood Is Love
Queens Of The Stone Age · Lullabies To Paralyze [2005]
Beyond figure out
These lines of life have been drawn & can't be removed
Our eyes is all it took to know
Open up your eyes
Deep blue, glassy take
& swim 'til water & sky
Now are one, out of two
Oh, my bloodshot eyes
Open up your mouth
Touch your lips to mine
That we may make a kiss that can pierce through death & survive
Your words have branded my mind
Still i hold your hand
Wrapped as if a ring
We of flesh & blood are only carrying
It's so hard to
Well, you know
The seed waits for the reaper to sew
Every breath an art
The dignity to it can strain & break your heart
Take all your pieces home
You ask when you're alone, "what is love"
The blood is love
The Blood Is Love
Queens of the Stone Age's 'The Blood Is Love' stands as a defining track from their 2005 album Lullabies to Paralyze, embodying the band's signature blend of desert rock and heavy metal. Featuring the iconic vocals of Josh Homme, the song captures the raw, visceral energy characteristic of the group's work during the mid-2000s. It serves as a powerful example of the band's ability to fuse aggressive riffs with melodic sensibilities, creating a sound that has influenced countless artists in the alternative metal and stoner rock genres. The recording reflects Homme's mastery of layering multiple vocal tracks to build an atmosphere of primal intensity, making it a staple in the band's discography and a frequent choice for live performances.