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".
Pearly-Dewdrops’ Drops
Cocteau Twins Lyrics
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When Roddy comes
We'll be sold when Roddy
Comes for pearly dewdrop's drops
Weeks in our company
Cups of pearly dewdrops' drops
Comes for pearly dewdrop's drops
Tis the lucky lucky penny penny penny
Buys the pearly to their souls
And as he jump the puddle
To try to turn to loving this.
Where still I am on my stuff
So when he turned around he saw
We'll be sold when Roddy comes
Comes for pearly dewdrop's drops
Tis the lucky lucky penny penny penny
Buys the pearly to their souls
(We'll be sold to Roddy, sold to Roddy)
Comes for pearly dewdrop's drops
(We'll be sold to Roddy, sold to Roddy)
Tis the lucky lucky penny penny penny
Buys the pearly to their souls
The lyrics to Cocteau Twins' "Pearly-dewDrops drops" are mysterious and open to interpretation. The song seems to describe a group of people who are waiting for Roddy, who may represent a divine or supernatural being, to come and purchase something called "pearly dewdrop's drops." There is a sense of anticipation and excitement in the lyrics, as the singers describe how they will be "sold" when Roddy arrives. The meaning of "pearly dewdrop's drops" is not entirely clear, but it could refer to something rare and valuable, perhaps a kind of spiritual or mystical experience.
The lyrics also contain a repeated phrase: "Tis the lucky lucky penny penny penny / Buys the pearly to their souls." This phrase suggests that the "pearly dewdrop's drops" are not something that can be bought with conventional currency, but instead require a kind of spiritual investment. The mention of a "lucky penny" adds to the mystical atmosphere of the song.
Overall, the lyrics to "Pearly-dewDrops drops" capture a sense of yearning for something rare and valuable that cannot be easily obtained. The repeated refrain of "We'll be sold when Roddy comes" emphasizes the anticipation and eagerness of the singers, who seem to be waiting for a kind of spiritual or transformative experience.
Line by Line Meaning
We'll be sold
We will be convinced or charmed into something
When Roddy comes
We will be convinced or charmed by Roddy
Comes for pearly dewdrop's drops
Roddy is seeking or pursuing something precious or elusive
Weeks in our company
Roddy spends weeks with us
Cups of pearly dewdrops' drops
Roddy drinks cups of something precious or prized
Tis the lucky lucky penny penny penny
A small amount of luck or fortune goes a long way
Buys the pearly to their souls
This luck or fortune can bring deep satisfaction or beauty to one's life
And as he jump the puddle
As Roddy navigates a small obstacle or challenge
To try to turn to loving this.
He tries to embrace or enjoy something new or different
Where still I am on my stuff
While I remain where I am, doing my own thing
So when he turned around he saw
When Roddy looks back, he notices something unexpected or surprising
(We'll be sold to Roddy, sold to Roddy)
(We will be convinced or charmed by Roddy)
Comes for pearly dewdrop's drops
Roddy is seeking or pursuing something precious or elusive
(We'll be sold to Roddy, sold to Roddy)
(We will be convinced or charmed by Roddy)
Tis the lucky lucky penny penny penny
A small amount of luck or fortune goes a long way
Buys the pearly to their souls
This luck or fortune can bring deep satisfaction or beauty to one's life
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ELIZABETH FRASER, ROBIN A. GUTHRIE, SIMON PHILIP RAYMONDE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@iidentifyasayoutubertoday7025
"Little wolf skin boots
And clove cigarettes
An erotic funeral
For witch she's dressed
Her perfume smells like
Burning leaves
Everyday is Halloween"
Every time I see a clove cigarette I think of these Type O Negative lyrics.
@idavo
This was the song that kicked in my individuality.
I heard it once on John Peel in the back room, which was also my bedroom when I was about 15 / 16 - after that I listened to Kid Jensen & John Peel every night on the stereogram - then I found The Smiths & Everything But The Girl & Ivor Cutler.
I never knew the name of this song, so I bought everything in Woolworths with 'Cocteau Twins' took them to my nanna & played them, looking for this song.
I eventually found it. By that time, I had fallen in love with Elizabeth Frazer's voice.
That was my teens - still listen, still an EBTG fan - 48 now, what a great time in my life finding the music that sticks.
My taste now is very eclectic - God bless to my nanna who never moaned about me on the stereogram, - takes me back to the very day.
I miss her,
Thank you for posting this.
@keasyman7084
+i davo fuck me, dude, I almost started crying!
How dare you raise my emotional state sir! LOl
Nice one.
this track holds a momentous moment for me too.
It told me music can be written by someone else, mean something, but, I can be free to interpret how I want it to be.
Thank fuck for CT's and the inde revolution!
Songs of my day...
Songs of my day...
@jovanjones9083
“We accept the Love we think we deserve” 🌺
@yourdad9081
YES i love the perks of being a wallflower
@TheStoryMachine
Yes. Perks brought me here. Love that flik 😁❤️
@the-bottom-of-a-black-hole-.
"...and in this royal we stuff, we also accept all that isn't what love actually is."
,dan'
"You would tie yourself to kin and have it drown?"
@angelanicoletti3330
@@the-bottom-of-a-black-hole-. , Your words are lovely and profound Happy New Year 2021 and May GOD Bless you Brother & whoever is reading this with Love, Safety, peace, joy and Favor in Jesus Mighty name.
@joshuabarrett9392
Someone understands 🤩🤩
@monkeybean2220
1988, art school; my friend Claudette and I would have skip days. We would go to her house, listen to Cocteau Twins and Clan of Xymox and smoke a lot of clove cigarettes. I would watch her create beauty on a canvas. I truly miss her. Some of the happiest moments in my life.
@lydiapfpbylittlenursegirl4314
sounds fun
@iidentifyasayoutubertoday7025
I'm 30 years old and I've never smoked in my life and I hate the thought of cigarettes in my mouth....BUT....I've always loved the smell of clove cigarettes, the color of them and if I ever became a smoker of definitely choose clove.
@iidentifyasayoutubertoday7025
"Little wolf skin boots
And clove cigarettes
An erotic funeral
For witch she's dressed
Her perfume smells like
Burning leaves
Everyday is Halloween"
Every time I see a clove cigarette I think of these Type O Negative lyrics.