of Montreal - The Past Is a Grotesque Animal Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who wrote 'The Past Is a Grotesque Animal'?

   'The Past Is a Grotesque Animal' was written by Kevin Barnes, the frontman of the band of Montreal.

2. What album is 'The Past Is a Grotesque Animal' from?

   'The Past Is a Grotesque Animal' is from the album 'Hissing Fauna, Are You the Destroyer?', which was released on January 7, 2007.

3. How long is 'The Past Is a Grotesque Animal'?

   'The Past Is a Grotesque Animal' is approximately 12 minutes long and serves as the turning point of the album 'Hissing Fauna, Are You the Destroyer?'.

4. What significant themes are present in 'The Past Is a Grotesque Animal'?

   The song delves into themes of emotional turmoil, relationships, self-destruction, and existential reflections. It also references cultural elements like Georges Bataille's novella 'Story of the Eye'.

5. Who inspired some of the lyrics in 'The Past Is a Grotesque Animal'?

   Some lyrics were inspired by Kevin Barnes’ relationship with his wife Nina. They met at a music festival in Oslo where they discussed Georges Bataille’s novella 'Story of the Eye'.

6. What transformation occurs during 'The Past Is a Grotesque Animal'?

   'The Past Is a Grotesque Animal' marks Kevin Barnes’ transformation into their glam rock alter ego Georgie Fruit. This persona continues through the rest of the album and into two subsequent LPs.