Mon Cheri
Tankard · The Morning After [1988]
I need you my sweetheart
My heart Is full of love for you
I need you to stroke and
I need you to kiss
Lying In your arms
And touching your skin
I can't describe this feeling I have
I want you to get and I want you to feel
Mon Cheri - I love you so
Mon Cheri - I need you my baby
Your lips like red roses
Your eyes like the blue sky
Your legs and your hair are driving me insane
I can't take a breath without you my darling
Mon Cheri
Tankard's 'Mon Cheri' stands as a defining track from their 1988 debut album, The Morning After. Released during the height of the European thrash metal scene, the song exemplifies the band's signature blend of aggressive riffs, high-energy vocals, and dark, gothic themes. The title, translating to 'My Dear' in French, adds a layer of romantic irony to the track's violent and chaotic atmosphere. As a staple of the band's early discography, 'Mon Cheri' helped establish Tankard's reputation for combining traditional heavy metal structures with theatrical elements and horror-inspired imagery. Its enduring presence in their live performances and compilations underscores its status as a classic of the genre's late 1980s output.