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
You Wanna Fuck Me
CocoRosie Lyrics
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Or should I say that he loved me?
I was in second grade, he was fourteen
In the shading of the trees
There was a summer breeze
Whole thing's a blurry dream
Behind the house, quiet as a mouse
He told me not to even breathe
A secret hard to keep
I didn't know till thirteen
By then I knew what to do
It was just an old routine
All the boys had a thing for me
You see me trying to smile up on this pole
But I'm just hiding the pain that's deep in my soul
You wanna fuck me
I already know
You wanna fuck me and toss me back on the floor
My mama always said: "You're the brightest star"
In life, you're sure to go so far
Been at this club about four years
Hooked on dope, crying in the mirror
When we were just little girls
We learned to dance in mama's pearls
Baby, bend over and shake that ass
Hey you wanna go home with me
Hoping you fall in love with me
I could make love to you for free
We could just get a place and start a life
And try to make things right
You see me trying to smile up on this pole
But I'm just hiding the pain that's deep in my soul
You wanna fuck me
I already know
You wanna fuck me and toss me back on the floor
The lyrics of CocoRosie's song "You Wanna Fuck Me" talk about sexual abuse and exploitation, as well as the emotional pain that comes with it. The first stanza talks about the singer's experience with her brother when she was in second grade and he was fourteen. The singer refers to it as a "secret hard to keep", and it is implied that she didn't fully realize what had happened until she turned thirteen. The singer's brother took advantage of her, and this trauma has affected her throughout her life. The second stanza talks about the singer's current situation, working at a strip club and hooking on drugs. She puts on a fake smile on stage, but she is hiding the emotional pain that deep inside her soul. She knows that the men who come to see her want only to use her and toss her away, just like her brother did.
The lyrics are a powerful statement regarding abuse, exploitation and the ways in which women's bodies are objectified and commodified. The song brings to light the very real and very traumatic experiences that many women go through, and it conveys the feelings of hurt and pain that come with these experiences. The song also touches on themes of resilience, survival, and the need for empowerment.
Line by Line Meaning
Started with my brother, first man I loved
I was sexually abused by my older brother when I was just a child.
Or should I say that he loved me?
He was the one who initiated it and made me believe that it was okay.
I was in second grade, he was fourteen
The age difference between us made me even more vulnerable.
In the shading of the trees
He chose a secluded spot to avoid getting caught.
There was a summer breeze
The environment seemed peaceful, but it was the beginning of my nightmare.
Whole thing's a blurry dream
It's hard for me to remember all the details, but the trauma stays with me.
Behind the house, quiet as a mouse
We kept it a secret, and he warned me never to tell anyone.
He told me not to even breathe
He had complete control over me and made me feel like I had no choice.
A secret hard to keep
I had to carry this burden alone, and it was painful.
I didn't know till thirteen
It took me years to realize that what happened to me was wrong.
By then I knew what to do
I knew I had to get away from him and never let him hurt me again.
It was just an old routine
I became used to the abuse and accepted it as a part of my life.
All the boys had a thing for me
I attracted attention from men due to my traumatic past and vulnerability.
You see me trying to smile up on this pole
I'm a stripper, and I'm trying to appear happy and confident, but it's a facade.
But I'm just hiding the pain that's deep in my soul
My past trauma and current lifestyle have left me with emotional and psychological wounds.
You wanna fuck me
You only see me as a sexual object and not as a human being.
I already know
I'm not naive; I understand the nature of my job and how it affects people's perceptions of me.
You wanna fuck me and toss me back on the floor
You have no interest in who I am or what I'm feeling; you just want to use me and discard me like trash.
Contributed by Jordan J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Kareem Tabsh
I get a rush when Bianca sings, "There was a summer breeze." This is one of the most beautiful songs I've ever heard.
Jeff Lien
I wish this was on iTunes! Can't get enough Cocorosie!
Raque Hernandeza
what a captivating version of this song, i love bianca's raspy and vibrant voice! love them
Brian Michel
So good, I hope they come to tour in the US soon so I can see this live!
dbthanatos
This song is simply beautiful. A very strange style, but the lyrics are incredibly well constructed.
dogboydog
I love how they took such a shallow, materialistic song and turned it in to something tragic and beautiful
San Tiago
Me encanta este tema!
peanutbutterrobot
NO band beats this band live. REAL SOUL
Jonathan Rojas
You see me trying to smile up on this pole but im just hiding the pain that's deep in my soul. brilliant
Brittany Gay
Brilliant. I read a article about them a few days ago and thought their music was a joke. I can honestly say I stand corrected and regret ever underestimating these girls. ---B.Gay