Previously, Mayberry was a member of the bands Boyfriend/Girlfriend and Blue Sky Archives. Mayberry is a trained drummer and also did a four-year law degree, followed by a Masters in journalism. Cook was a member of Aereogramme and The Unwinding Hours and also wrote music for film and TV. Doherty was a live member of The Twilight Sad. According to Mayberry, "Iain and Martin went to university together so they've known each other for quite a long time".
The band started in October 2011 as a studio project between the long time friends Iain Cook and Martin Doherty. Cook already knew Lauren Mayberry from working with Blue Sky Archives and suggested her as a potential vocalist for the project.
CHVRCHES were influenced by acts such as Prince, Tubeway Army, Robyn, Depeche Mode, Kate Bush, Cocteau Twins, Michael Jackson, Whitney Houston and Laurie Anderson. The band write, record, mix and master everything in a basement studio in Glasgow.
In May 2012, they released the song "Lies". In the same year, CHVRCHES toured with Passion Pit, as the opening band for their concerts and also toured on their own. "Lies" ranked at number 28 on NME's Best Tracks of 2012. CHVRCHES also came fifth on the BBC's Sound of 2013 list.
On 25 March 2013, they released Recover EP. They performed at SXSW and won the Inaugural Grulke Prize (for Developing Non-US Act). The band also supported Depeche Mode on four shows in July during their The Delta Machine Tour 2013.
On 20 September 2013, CHVRCHES released their debut album, The Bones of What You Believe. The album is supported by the singles "The Mother We Share", "Recover" and "Gun".
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Recover
CHVRCHES Lyrics
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Hiding from you in this skin
So, old
I'll come, clean
Everyone-everyone knows
It's, me
And if I recover
Or it can be over
Or we can just leave it here
So pick any number
Choose any color
I've got the answer
Open the envelope
I'll give you one more chance
To say we can change or part ways
And you take what you need
And you don't need me
I'll give you one more chance
To say we can change our old ways
And you take what you need
And you know you don't need me
Blow by blow
Honest in every way I know
You appear
To face a decision I know you fear
And if I recover
Will you be my comfort?
Or it can be over
Or we can just leave it here
So pick any number
Choose any color
I've got the answer
Open the envelope
I'll give you one more chance
To say we can change or part ways
And you take what you need
And you don't need me
I'll give you one more chance
To say we can change our old ways
And you take what you need
And you know you don't need me
And you know you don't need me
And if I recover
Will you be my comfort
Or it can be over
Or we can just leave it here
So pick any number
Choose any color
I've got the answer
Open the envelope
I'll give you one more chance
To say we can change or part ways
And you take what you need
And you don't need me
I'll give you one more chance
To say we can change our old ways
And you take what you need
And you know you don't need me
The lyrics to CHVRCHES' song "Recover" describe a person who is vulnerable and hiding from someone they love, but ultimately offers one last chance to change or end the relationship. The first stanza sets the tone with the person feeling "Caught out cold" and "Hiding from you in this skin," indicating a sense of discomfort or distress. They then express their desire to come clean and take ownership of their actions, suggesting that "everyone-everyone knows" that they are the one at fault.
The chorus poses a question to the person they love, asking if they will be there to comfort them if they recover from their troubles, or if the relationship will be put to rest. They offer a choice of "pick any number, choose any color" and promises to provide the answer. The second stanza reaffirms the theme of one last chance, asking again if they can change to stay together or "part ways" and offering to let the other person take what they need.
Finally, the bridge of the song addresses the other person directly, saying they are "Honest in every way I know" and acknowledging the decision before them that they fear. The chorus repeats once again, with the implication that the other person must decide whether to stay or go. Ultimately, the song paints a picture of a relationship at a crossroads, with the singer offering a final opportunity for change or closure.
Line by Line Meaning
Caught out cold, cold
Feeling exposed and vulnerable
Hiding from you in this skin
Trying to conceal true feelings and intentions
So, old
This situation is familiar and recurring
I'll come, clean
I'm ready to be honest and upfront
Everyone-everyone knows
This problem is not a secret and is common knowledge
It's, me
I'm the one responsible for this issue
And if I recover
If I am able to improve and move on
Will you be my comfort?
Can I depend on you for support during this difficult time?
Or it can be over
Should we end this relationship entirely?
Or we can just leave it here
We can simply walk away and not address the problem
So pick any number
There are many choices and outcomes to consider
Choose any color
There are different perspectives and approaches to take
I've got the answer
I have the solution or resolution to this situation
Open the envelope
Uncover the hidden truth or solution
I'll give you one more chance
This is the last opportunity to salvage this relationship
To say we can change or part ways
We can either work together to improve or go our separate ways
And you take what you need
Take what is necessary for your own wellbeing
And you don't need me
It is possible to move on without each other
Blow by blow
Detailing each step and action taken
Honest in every way I know
Being truthful and transparent
You appear
Seems like you are hesitant or unsure
To face a decision I know you fear
Having to make a difficult choice that causes anxiety or stress
And you know you don't need me
Recognizing the possibility of moving on without me
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: IAIN ANDREW COOK, LAUREN EVE MAYBERRY, MARTIN CLIFFORD DOHERTY
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@fictionmaster17
Her voice just sounds so pure.
@MJ-vd8bj
One of the best choruses ever written
@CHoldenBL
I'm in love with her voice
@Varloth
who isn't?
@adamgardner2244
me too 100%
@wondermelon7332
It’s not her voice it’s auto tune so pretty much u like the computer not her
@adamgardner2244
@iwonder why I've watched her live and it's almost spot on. She does have a cute voice
@NikolaiTheIII
@Cory Ulvestad you're righ
@George-qw8ss
i love just about every song they put out. so catchy
@willriggs3409
This is one of the rare songs I can listen to over and over and not hate it by the end.