Mr. Crowley
The Cardigans · The Other Side Of The Moon [1997]
Mr. Crowley
What went on in your head
Mr. Crowley
Did you talk with the dead
Your lifestyle to me seems so tragic
With the thrill of it all
You fooled all the people with magic
You waited on Satan's call
Mr. Charming
Did you think you were pure
Mr. Alarming
In nocturnal report
Uncovering things that were sacred
Manifest on this earth
Concealed in the eye of a secret
And they scattered the afterbirth
Mr. Crowley
Won't you ride my white horse
Mr. Crowley
It's symbolic, of course
Approaching a time that is classic
I hear maiden's call
Approaching a time that is drastic
Standing with their backs to the wall
I wanna know what you meant...
What went on in your head
Mr. Crowley
Did you talk with the dead
Your lifestyle to me seems so tragic
With the thrill of it all
You fooled all the people with magic
You waited on Satan's call
Mr. Charming
Did you think you were pure
Mr. Alarming
In nocturnal report
Uncovering things that were sacred
Manifest on this earth
Concealed in the eye of a secret
And they scattered the afterbirth
Mr. Crowley
Won't you ride my white horse
Mr. Crowley
It's symbolic, of course
Approaching a time that is classic
I hear maiden's call
Approaching a time that is drastic
Standing with their backs to the wall
I wanna know what you meant...
Mr. Crowley
Released in 1997 on The Cardigans' debut album, The Other Side Of The Moon, 'Mr. Crowley' stands as a defining track of the mid-90s pop-punk revival. The song features the band's signature blend of melodic guitar riffs and driving rhythms, anchored by the distinctive vocals of Per Gessle. It captures the energetic, slightly rebellious spirit of the era, becoming a staple for fans of the genre who appreciate its infectious hook and nostalgic atmosphere. As a key release from their early discography, the track exemplifies the Swedish band's ability to merge punk energy with pop sensibilities, influencing countless subsequent acts in the alternative rock scene.