CocoRosie began as a duo, with Sierra singing, playing the guitar, piano and harp, and Bianca singing and manipulating various children's toys, electronic and percussion instruments, as well as other exotic noisemakers. They subsequently added various backing musicians, usually a bassist, keyboardist, and beatboxer. They have been a very active touring group, playing across Europe, the United States, and elsewhere.
They have released seven full-length albums: La maison de mon rêve (2004), Noah's Ark (2005), The Adventures of Ghosthorse and Stillborn (2007), Grey Oceans (2010), Tales of a GrassWidow (2013), Heartache City (2015) and Put the Shine On (2020).
In 2003, Bianca was growing restless and decided it was time for a change. Leaving her apartment in Brooklyn to travel the world, she ended up at Sierra's apartment in Paris. Over the course of the next two months, the women spent nearly every waking hour in Sierra's bathroom, chosen as the most acoustic and isolated room in the apartment. Soon, they had completed both a hip-hop recording (never released) called "word to the crow" and their proper debut album La Maison de Mon Rêve.
Originally, La Maison de Mon Rêve was only intended to be distributed within a close circle of friends. However, by 2004 the lo-fi album had been released on independent label Touch and Go Records, who had obtained a copy of the CD and had uncharacteristically pursued signing the artists. Since the creation of their first album, the Casady sisters have been virtually inseparable.
Stylistically they may be assigned to the indie rock, psychedelic folk, folktronica genres, and are sometimes associated with the New Weird America movement. Sierra, who studied operatic vocal techniques, takes the lead vocals and also plays guitar, harp and flute. Bianca is a percussionist and also beatboxes. The group also uses various objects such as toys to construct their unique sound. Popular indie bands such as The xx name them as a major influence.
They were actively touring during most of 2004, playing across the U.S. and throughout Europe with artists such as TV on the Radio, Bright Eyes, Battles, Devendra Banhart, and Busdriver among others.
Official website: http://www.cocorosiemusic.com
By Your Side
CocoRosie Lyrics
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Even when you're down and out
I'll always be by your side
Even when you're down and out
I just wanted to be your housewife
All I wanted was to be your housewife
I'll iron your clothes
I'll shine your shoes
I'll make your bed
And cook your food
I'll never cheat
I'll be the best girl you'll ever meet
And for a diamond ring
I'll do these kinds of things
I'll scrub your floor
Never be a bore
I'll tuck you in
I do not snore
I'd wear your black eyes
Bake you apple pies
I don't ask why
And I try's not to cry's
I'll always be by your side
Even when you're down and out
I'll always be by your side
Even when you're down and out
And its nearly midnight
And all I want with my life
Is to be a housewife
Is to be a housewife
'Cause it's nearly midnight
And all I want with my life
Is to die a housewife
Is to die a housewife
The song "By Your Side" by CocoRosie reflects a woman's unconditional love and loyalty towards her partner. The opening lines "I'll always be by your side, Even when you're down and out" depict how even during harsh times, the woman is willing to stay by her partner's side. The repeated lines in the song, "All I wanted was to be your housewife" indicate the woman's desire to be a traditional wife who takes care of household chores, cooks food, and takes care of her partner.
The chorus "I'll be the best girl you'll ever meet" suggests the woman's willingness to be an ideal partner who never cheats and goes to great lengths to make her partner happy. She even offers to bear the physical abuse from her partner by saying "I'd wear your black eyes, Bake you apple pies." Towards the end of the song, the woman declares her desire to be a housewife, and in the final line "Is to die a housewife", she yearns to spend her entire life taking care of her partner.
Overall, the song portrays the woman's unconditional love, loyalty, and devotion towards her partner. It also highlights the societal expectations of women to be perfect housewives and their willingness to fulfill those expectations even if it means sacrificing their own desires and dreams.
Line by Line Meaning
I'll always be by your side
I promise to stand by you through thick and thin
Even when you're down and out
Even in your worst moments, I'll still stick around
I just wanted to be your housewife
My dream is to be a devoted wife who takes care of you
I'll iron your clothes
I will make sure that you always look sharp
I'll shine your shoes
I will pay attention to every little detail and take care of your shoes
I'll make your bed
I will make your bed every day and make sure it's comfortable
And cook your food
I will prepare delicious meals for you every day
I'll never cheat
I will always be faithful to you
I'll be the best girl you'll ever meet
I will prove to you that I am the best partner you can have
And for a diamond ring
I am willing to do anything for you, even if it means materialistic things
I'll do these kinds of things
I will go out of my way to make you happy
I'll scrub your floor
I will keep your home clean and tidy
Never be a bore
I will always keep you entertained
I'll tuck you in
I will make sure that you sleep well
I do not snore
I will make sure that I don't disturb your sleep
I'd wear your black eyes
I would endure physical harm for the sake of our relationship
Bake you apple pies
I will bake your favorite desserts to show my love and care for you
I don't ask why
I will not question your decisions or actions
And I try's not to cry's
I will try not to cry, even in tough times
And its nearly midnight
The day is almost over
And all I want with my life
All I want in life is to fulfill my dream of being a housewife
Is to be a housewife
I aspire to live a traditional lifestyle and take care of my partner
Is to die a housewife
It is my ultimate goal in life to fulfill my dream of being a devoted housewife
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Anthem Entertainment
Written by: RENEE ANDREA NEUFVILLE, JEAN EVALYN NORRIS
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