CocoRosie is an American duo formed in 2003 by sisters Bianca "Coco" and Si… Read Full Bio ↴CocoRosie is an American duo formed in 2003 by sisters Bianca "Coco" and Sierra "Rosie" Casady. The sisters were born and raised in the United States (Sierra, the older of the two, was born in Iowa, and Bianca was born in Hawaii), but formed the band in Paris, France after meeting for the first time in years. Their mother nicknamed them Rosie and Coco, respectively, from which their musical act takes its name. Their music has been called freak folk, and incorporates elements of pop, blues, opera, electronica, and hip hop.
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

Goldrush
CocoRosie Lyrics

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I'm a goldminer
Just mining for my gold
And on the other side of the river
Is where I find it I am told
'Cause I'm a goldminer

His shadow passed
In a raindrop of rain

It's just another acorn grave

On a windy Autumn's day

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of CocoRosie's song Goldrush can be interpreted in different ways based on the listener's perspective. The first two lines suggest someone who is seeking riches, probably through hard work, determination, and persistence. The reference to mining gold is not merely a physical representation but instead points to what the individual values and what they aim to achieve. It could represent happiness, financial freedom, or any other goal one might have in life.

The mention of the river in the third line represents the obstacles the person encounters during their quest. They have to navigate through the challenges, and only then will they discover their treasure. It could also imply that the journey itself is as crucial as the destination - the journey shapes and prepares one to handle their achievements better.

The next lines talk about a fleeting moment when the person sees something that reminds them of their journey's challenges. The reference to the "shadow" and "acorn grave" suggests something that has passed and may never return. The "raindrop of rain" could represent a moment that is brief and gone before one notices it. In this sense, the lyrics seem to embrace the idea that the journey is fraught with challenges and that one should appreciate the moments of joy and success along the way.

Line by Line Meaning

I'm a goldminer
I'm seeking something of value in my life, like a gold miner searching for treasure.

Just mining for my gold
I'm actively working towards discovering the valuable things that will bring me happiness and fulfillment, like a miner digging for gold.

And on the other side of the river
The things I'm seeking may be just out of my reach, but I believe they're still within my grasp like a riverbank on the other side.

Is where I find it I am told
I've heard that my goals and desires are attainable, and that they're waiting for me to discover them.

'Cause I'm a goldminer
I'm relentless in my pursuit of the things I want, even if it means working hard and facing obstacles along the way.

His shadow passed
A fleeting moment or opportunity has passed and can never be regained.

In a raindrop of rain
The missed opportunity was barely noticeable, like a raindrop blending in with other raindrops.

It's just another acorn grave
The missed opportunity is similar to other missed opportunities - nothing special.

On a windy Autumn's day
The missed opportunity happened during a time of change, transition, and uncertainty - like the windy season of Autumn.

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