Their name comes from a term that refers to Indian immigrants that move to England, in that they often own street corner stores. Their music is a fusion of Indian music, British indie rock, and electronic dance.
In 1997, Cornershop shot into the UK charts with the song 'Brimful of Asha' reaching number 60! Things changed when DJ Norman Cook (aka Fatboy Slim) remixed the track for re-release in 1998. The remix topped the chart, selling over 200,000 copies in 7 days! The track featured lyrics about Bollywood playback singer, Asha Bhosle.
Inside Rani
Cornershop Lyrics
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This year I'm going to tear yours apart
While the country adheres anti-drink-drive schemes
You'll be over-indulged in mince pies
And your brain bleeds
The lyrics of Cornershop's song "Inside Rani" convey a sense of betrayal and revenge. The first line "Last Christmas I gave you my heart" references the Wham! holiday classic, "Last Christmas," but instead of expressing love and affection, it sets the stage for a more ominous tone. The singer declares that this year they will tear their partner's heart apart, already indicating a break in the relationship.
The second line, "While the country adheres anti-drink-drive schemes," is a clever play on words, as it references the anti-drunk driving campaigns during the holiday season in the UK. The singer paints a picture of a country trying to do the right thing, but their partner, in contrast, will be over-indulging in mince pies, a traditional British holiday treat. And as a result of their excessive eating, their brain bleeds, indicating negative consequences.
Overall, the lyrics of the song speak to a sense of discontent and resentment. The singer makes it clear that they have been hurt and will be seeking revenge in some way, indicating a deep inner turmoil.
Line by Line Meaning
Last Christmas I gave you my heart
During the previous Christmas, I gave you my love and affection.
This year I’m going to tear yours apart
This year, I’m going to break your heart and hurt you emotionally.
While the country adheres anti-drink-drive schemes
Although the country is following strict rules against drunk driving.
You’ll be over-indulged in mince pies
You will be excessively eating sweet mince pies.
And your brain bleeds
Your mind will be affected and damaged by your excessive and compulsive behavior.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: AVTAR SINGH NURPURI, BEN AYRES, DAVID CHAMBERS, ROBERT MICHAEL HEALEY, TJINDER SINGH
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