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".
Watchlar
Cocteau Twins Lyrics
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Motions aren't emotional
Good morning I threw as if my welcome
Atmospheres they throw a little storm
Motions aren't emotional
Good morning I threw as if my welcome
Atmospheres they throw a little storm
(We all love)
Motions aren't emotional
(Hay)
Good morning I threw as if my welcome
(Aah)
(Darling skies)
Atmospheres they throw a little storm
(What's in that's)
Motions aren't emotional
(My)
Good morning I threw as if my welcome
(Secrets)
Atmospheres they throw a little storm
Motions aren't emotional
Good morning I threw as if my welcome
Atmospheres they throw a little storm
Motions aren't emotional
Good morning I threw as if my welcome
Where is all this, as I float out of
It's the news, ooh
Okay, floating away
Bask on rays, sing out all day
(Smiling face)
Atmospheres they throw a little storm
(We all love)
Motions aren't emotional
(Hay)
Good morning I threw as if my welcome
(Aah)
(Darling skies)
Atmospheres they throw a little storm
(What's in that's)
Motions aren't emotional
(My)
Good morning I threw as if my welcome
(Secrets)
(Where is all this)
Atmospheres they throw a little storm
(As I float out of)
Motions aren't emotional
(It's the news)
Good morning I threw as if my welcome
(Ooh)
(Okay)
Atmospheres they throw a little storm
(Floating away)
Motions aren't emotional
(Bask on rays)
Good morning I threw as if my welcome
(Sing out all day)
The lyrics of "Watchlar" by Cocteau Twins seem to be introspective and cryptic. They convey a feeling of being lost in atmospheric emotions that are powerful enough to create a little storm. The motions are not emotional, possibly suggesting that the singer is not feeling a strong connection to their surroundings or emotions. The repeated phrase of "good morning I threw as if my welcome" could reflect a sense of displacement, as if the singer is not entirely comfortable or confident in their own skin. The smiling face and the mention of love suggest a desire for connection and positivity, although there is an underlying sense of secrecy and hidden feelings.
The repeated line "atmospheres they throw a little storm" implies that the singer is affected by external forces beyond their control, possibly referring to the people or situations around them. The phrase "darling skies" suggests a longing or nostalgia for something lost or distant. The last few lines seem to reflect on a sense of escapism and desire for freedom, as if the singer is "floating away" and basking in the warmth of the sun while singing out all day.
Overall, the lyrics of "Watchlar" are evocative and abstract, leaving room for interpretation and personal reflection.
Line by Line Meaning
Atmospheres they throw a little storm
The environment is a little tense and agitated
Motions aren't emotional
Actions are not reflecting how one feels
Good morning I threw as if my welcome
I displayed enthusiasm for the day, regardless of how I really feel
(Smiling face)
Atmospheres they throw a little storm
(We all love)
Motions aren't emotional
(Hay)
Good morning I threw as if my welcome
(Aah)
Despite an uneasy atmosphere, we still try to remain positive and welcoming
(Darling skies)
Atmospheres they throw a little storm
(What's in that's)
Motions aren't emotional
(My)
Good morning I threw as if my welcome
(Secrets)
Even though emotions may be concealed, we still try to make others feel welcome
Where is all this, as I float out of
As I distance myself from my current situation, I wonder where it is all headed
It's the news, ooh
The events happening around me are causing this tension
Okay, floating away
I am physically leaving the situation that is causing this unease
Bask on rays, sing out all day
Enjoying the simple pleasures of life and being carefree
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ELIZABETH FRASER, ROBIN A. GUTHRIE, SIMON PHILIP RAYMONDE
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