The band's early work drew influence from Siouxsie and the Banshees and Joy Division. After signing with the British record label 4AD in 1982, they released their debut album Garlands later that year. The addition of Raymonde in 1983 solidified their final lineup, which produced their biggest hit in the UK, "Pearly-Dewdrops' Drops", peaking at No. 29 on the UK Singles Chart. In 1988, Cocteau Twins signed with Capitol Records in the United States, distributing their fifth album, Blue Bell Knoll, through a major label in the country. After the 1990 release of their most critically acclaimed album, Heaven or Las Vegas, the band left 4AD for Fontana Records, where they released their final two albums.
After nearly 20 years together, the band disbanded in 1997 in part due to issues stemming from the disintegration of Fraser and Guthrie's romantic relationship. In 2005, the band announced that they would reunite to headline Coachella and embark on a world tour but the reunion was cancelled a month later after Fraser refused to perform on stage with Guthrie. In a 2021 interview, Raymonde confirmed that Cocteau Twins "will never reform".
09 Lazy Calm
Cocteau Twins Lyrics
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glad to see you're
clumsy watcher?
why your light gave me ....you told me all along
Try to look with us, my voice your candle ...
grieve (your own way???)
The first verse of Cocteau Twins’ song Lazy Calm is filled with abstract imagery that’s open to interpretation. The phrase “try to look with us” suggests an invitation to join in on something, while “my voice your candle” implies a guiding presence. The second line, “glad to see you're clumsy watcher?” is more enigmatic, but may suggest someone who’s hesitant or unsure of themselves. The final line of the verse, “why your light gave me ....you told me all along”, hints at a conversation that’s already taken place, but the nature of that conversation is unclear.
The repetition of the phrase “try to look with us, my voice your candle” suggests a continuation of the invitation, with the singer acting as a guide for the listener. The last line of the song, “grieve (your own way???)” suggests a sense of loss or pain that the listener is encouraged to process in their own way. Ultimately, the lyrics of Lazy Calm conjure a sense of otherworldly mystery, inviting listeners to join in on a journey into the unknown.
Line by Line Meaning
Try to look with us, my voice your candle
Let us guide and support you like a candle illuminating your path
Glad to see you're
We're happy to have you here with us
Clumsy watcher?
Are you feeling unsure or uncertain about something?
Why your light gave me ...you told me all along
You've been giving off a certain energy or vibe and we can sense it, even if you haven't explicitly told us
Grieve (your own way???)
We understand that everyone has their own way of coping with difficult emotions like grief and we're here to support you in your own individual journey
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ELIZABETH FRASER, ROBIN A. GUTHRIE
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