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
God Has a Voice She Speaks Through Me
CocoRosie Lyrics
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Watching dolphins in your sea
The earth is a pretty place to be
All my charities belong to thee
Black bodies float in the sea
We can see but he can't see me
A starlit shroud like the dark to you
Kissing fireflies on a beach
How sweet that we can be
Everyone has love to give
Our hearts will teach us how to live
My body wept
I feel so free
The water softly tickles me
My heart is pounding waiting for
The ocean deep enough to lift my veil
Crystal light shine down on us
God has a voice she speaks through me
Every creature longs to be
In his arms please carry me
I am happy in the light of day
My skin glows bright in the sunrays
My shadowed world seems so far away
My angel taught me not to fear
Love is free and everywhere
Listen to that special part
It will save us, it's the heart
God has a voice he speaks through me
God has a voice she speaks through me
Crystal light in every creature
Crystal light in every creature
Everyone has love to give
The song "God Has a Voice She Speaks Through Me" by CocoRosie is a poetic representation of the connection between the self, nature, and divine power. The lyrics evoke the imagery of dolphins in the sea, kissing fireflies on a beach, and the earth being a beautiful place to exist in. The lyrics convey the idea that every creature longs to be in the divine presence, and the voice of this divine power speaks through everyone in its own unique way.
The song has a powerful message of living in the moment and embracing love, as exemplified in the lines, "Everyone has love to give, our hearts will teach us how to live," and "My angel taught me not to fear, love is free and everywhere." The lines "Black bodies float in the sea, we can see but he can't see me" suggest that while the divine power is all-knowing, it may not always be able to solve human suffering and injustice.
The song's title is a reference to the idea of being a vessel for the divine voice, and the refrain "God has a voice she speaks through me" reinforces the idea that the divine power is present in every creature. The song ultimately celebrates the connection between humans and nature and offers a message of hope and love in the face of life's complexities.
Line by Line Meaning
All my charities belong to you
I devote all my acts of kindness and goodwill to you
Watching dolphins in your sea
Appreciating the beauty of nature's creatures in the ocean that you own
The earth is a pretty place to be
The world is a beautiful place and I'm grateful to exist in it
All my charities belong to thee
I give all my acts of kindness and goodwill to you
Black bodies float in the sea
Bodies of black people are visible in the ocean, often as a result of violence and tragedy
We can see but he can't see me
We are aware of the injustices faced by black people, but those in power may not see them as equally valuable human beings
A starlit shroud like the dark to you
Beautiful starry skies are seen as dark or ominous by those who overlook the darker aspects of society
Laughter echoes in my private room
Privately, I am able to feel joy and happiness despite the pain and suffering in the world
Kissing fireflies on a beach
Enjoying simple pleasures like catching fireflies on a beach
How sweet that we can be
It's heartwarming that we are able to experience joy and love in life
Everyone has love to give
Every individual has the capacity to give and receive love
Our hearts will teach us how to live
Following our hearts and our capacity for love is a powerful guide to living our lives
My body wept
My body was overcome with emotion
I feel so free
I feel liberated and unrestrained
The water softly tickles me
The sensation of the water is gentle and pleasurable
My heart is pounding waiting for
My excitement and anticipation is building as I wait for
The ocean deep enough to lift my veil
A metaphorical unveiling or revelation that will only come from the depths of the ocean
Crystal light shine down on us
A beautiful, pure light is shining down on humanity
God has a voice she speaks through me
I am a conduit for a divine message from a female-identifying God
Every creature longs to be
All living beings desire to exist and be appreciated
In his arms please carry me
Metaphorically, I desire comfort and protection
I am happy in the light of day
I am able to find joy and happiness even in the most mundane moments
My skin glows bright in the sunrays
My physical appearance is radiant and beautiful in the light of the sun
My shadowed world seems so far away
My past traumas and struggles seem distant and diminished in the present moment
My angel taught me not to fear
A spiritual guide has helped me through challenging times and given me courage
Love is free and everywhere
Love is abundant and accessible to all, regardless of wealth or status
Listen to that special part
Pay attention to the voice within that guides us towards love and compassion
It will save us, it's the heart
Our capacity for love is what will ultimately save us from the challenges we face as a society
Contributed by Carson S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@mango646
i love this song so much:) i remember being in middle school when it came out. i'm 25 now.
@PSMassage
I love this song, video and Cocorosie! One of my favorite bands of all time
@MrGalessa
Aren't they the coolest? Love you girls... Love to see you back.
@QueenSahperia
Love this song ^.^ They're both so pretty :D
@lycanlover123
such a beautiful song, I love this group so much. <3
@ConnahJay
pure magic <3
@minkvelour
PURE BLISS!!! <3
@AudioInklined
they are BOTH beautiful.
@ysmn4
best video ever and ever.
@obn0x
Thank You! Tis is Fantastic! I was starting to think the low quality version was intentional...