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Lie: The Love and Terror Cult

Charles Manson · 1970

31 min · 14 tracks

A haunting blend of folk melodies and unsettling narratives that reflect the artist's troubled psyche.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Look at Your Game, Girl — This track is notable for its poignant lyrics and soft acoustic arrangement, showcasing Manson's songwriting ability and contrasting sharply with his violent public persona.
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    Cease to Exist — Manson's vocal delivery here is both eerie and intimate, capturing a sense of vulnerability that highlights the manipulative themes present throughout the album.
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    Garbage Dump — The song’s playful yet dark imagery reflects Manson’s complex personality and serves as a commentary on societal waste, making it a standout track.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • haunting melodies with unsettling themes
  • brief tracks for quick engagement
  • cynical reflections on societal norms
  • intimate storytelling in short bursts

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeks upbeat, joyful experiences
  • prefers lengthy, expansive albums

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1970, 'Lie: The Love and Terror Cult' was Charles Manson's debut album, surfacing during his infamous notoriety after the Manson Family murders. The record served as a platform for his musical aspirations, juxtaposing his criminal legacy with a softer, folk-inspired sound that belied his violent reputation.
Stylistic neighbors
Nick Drake· Leonard Cohen· Jim Morrison

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Look at Your Game, Girl 2:03
  • 2 Ego 2:27
  • 3 Mechanical Man 3:18
  • 4 People Say I'm No Good 3:19
  • 5 Home Is Where You're Happy 1:28
  • 6 Arkansas 3:03
  • 7 I'll Never Say Never to Always 0:41
  • 8 Garbage Dump 2:33
  • 9 Don't Do Anything Illegal 2:52
  • 10 Sick City 1:36
  • 11 Cease to Exist 2:13
  • 12 Big Iron Door 1:08
  • 13 I Once Knew a Man 2:34
  • 14 Eyes of a Dreamer 2:33

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