Lady Boy
The Church · Magician Among The Spirits And Some [1999]
An extended hand
What can I say
I understand
She talks like a bird
Yet she walks like a man
She'll be here tonight
I understand
She hunts in a pack
Yet she ends up alone
She tells you it's not alright darling
Why'd you worship that stone?
Hold me closer lady boy
There's a rope that's dragging you out of this world
It doesn't care if you're heavy girl
Hold me closer lady boy
If you look, you can see that it's just you and me
There's nothing left of our world
So you think it's a sin
I bet it's a miracle
You think that you're safe
I tell you, you're critical
The merciless Gods
Who sometimes pour down their scorn
They cannot die
And also cannot be born
Hold me closer lady boy
There's a rope that's dragging you out of this world
It doesn't care if you're heavy girl
Hold me closer lady boy
If you look, you can see that it's just you and me
There's nothing left of our world
An open door
An extended hand
What can I say
I understand
I understand
I understand
I understand
Hold me closer lady boy
There's a rope that's dragging you out of this world
It doesn't care if you're heavy girl
Hold me closer lady boy
If you look, you can see that it's just you and me
There's nothing left of our world
Lady Boy
Lady Boy stands as a compelling song in The Church's expansive discography, appearing on the 1999 album Magician Among The Spirits And Some. The track exemplifies the Australian band's signature blend of atmospheric rock and melodic introspection that has defined their career since the 1980s. Known for their ethereal guitar textures and distinctive vocal delivery, The Church crafted a sound that bridges classic rock sensibilities with alternative experimentation. This recording captures the group's enduring ability to create immersive sonic landscapes, maintaining the atmospheric depth that fans have long associated with their work. As part of a body of music that includes enduring classics, the song reflects the band's continued evolution while honoring their established musical identity within the rock genre.