Dragonette is the stage name of Canadian singer-songwriter Martina Sorbara.… Read Full Bio ↴Dragonette is the stage name of Canadian singer-songwriter Martina Sorbara.

Former members include Sorbara's ex-husband Dan Kurtz who moved from Brazil when he was 4, Joel Stouffer and Will Stapleton (who replaced original guitarist Simon Craig following the band's move to London). They originally formed in Toronto, Canada in 2005.

Originally called "The Fuzz", the band's first gigs were touring the USA as support act for Duran Duran. Since then the band have gone on to support other major UK acts including New Order, Basement Jaxx and the Sugababes. They have recently completed a series of headline gigs in small venues in the UK and Canada, and performed at the Glastonbury Festival 2007. Prior to signing their record contract, the Dragonette (EP) was independently released as promo only and the songs have gained the attention of many critics such as the popular music blog Popjustice where they were named the #1 pop act to look out for in 2007. The band share management with the Scissor Sisters.

On Thursday, February 08 2007, the video for the track "Jesus Doesn't Love Me", which was filmed in December 2006, leaked onto the internet, through the website MySpace and also Popjustice. The video has since been removed from MySpace, as it was not intended to be viewed at this point in time. A 'taster' of this video is currently available to watch on the band's official YouTube page.

In early February 2007 the band flew to Toronto to shoot a music video for their first single I Get Around. The single was initially set for release on 16th April. The date was later pushed back to 30th April. Despite heavy promotion from the band, it entered the UK singles chart at a disappointing #92. Many have attributed this to confusion as to when the single was actually released (at one point there were three conflicting 'release dates'), others claim it simply was not stocked in record shops anywhere outside of London. Also, the fact that I Get Around was at one time available to download for free from the band's website (back in 2005), and was previously released as part of the compilation album "Robopop" (back in 2006)], certainly did nothing to help its performance as a hit single in 2007.

In May 2007, the video for "Take It Like A Man" was leaked onto YouTube before the band had a chance to release it themselves. The second single was released on the 23 of July 2007. Their second single was another commercial disappointment, debuting at #122 on the UK Charts. Around this time a new track was sent out to DJs around the United Kingdom, a cover of Calvin Harris's single The Girls. Dragonette's version however, replaced the lyrics with "The Boys" - a re-working they had previously performed at London's Gay Pride 2007. On the promo CDs was written "Dragonette have something to say to Calvin Harris!" The song was leaked onto the internet. Later, a fan-video from YouTube appeared on Perez Hilton's famous blog. The song was also featured during a Nikki Hilton fashion show.

Galore was made available to download through the UK iTunes store on August 20, 2007. It was physically released on September 24 in Europe and Japan, and on the following day in Canada. The album reached #80 in the Canadian charts but failed to chart in the UK.

Merry Xmas
Dragonette Lyrics

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I never know if you're coming or going
You say you love me, but don't know how to show it
And all the candy cane you got
It doesn't equal sweet when you're just plain nuts

Snow is almost seven inches deep
I'm feeling better than I think I have in weeks
I'm keeping cozy and warm

Without you all on my own

Merry Xmas says your text message
Merry Xmas says your text message
But you're late by a day or two
So mine says thanks a lot and fuck you

Listen to the boy with a big lump of coal now
I guess you know where I think it should go now
There's so much more to it than this
You're not just at the bottom of Santa's list

Last December I remember when
You said you wanna give me everything
Now I so look forward to
To celebrate New Year without you

Merry Xmas says your text message
Merry Xmas says your text message
But you're late by a day or two
So mine says thanks a lot and fuck you

Merry Xmas says your text message
Very Merry Xmas says your text message
Oh I never should have fallen for you
So mine says thanks a lot and fuck you

No regrets,
Not for a moment
Facing forward
Next year's golden

Snow is almost seven inches deep
I'm feeling better than I think I have in weeks
I'm keeping cozy and warm
Without you all on my own

Last December I remember when
You said you wanna give me everything
Now I look forward to
To celebrate New Year without you

Merry Xmas says your text message
Merry Xmas says your text message
Oh you're late by a day or two
So mine says thanks a lot and fuck you

Merry Xmas says your text message
Very Merry Xmas says your text message
Ooh I never should have fallen for you
So mine says thanks a lot but fuck you

No regrets, (Merry Xmas)
Not for a moment (Very Merry Xmas)

Facing forward (Merry Xmas)
Next year's golden

Overall Meaning

The Dragonette’s song “Merry Xmas” seems to be a bittersweet Christmas song about a dysfunctional relationship. The song is about a relationship that is often fraught with miscommunication and misunderstanding. The singer is confused about the sincerity of her partner's love; they say they love her but do not know how to show it. The partner sends a text message saying “Merry Xmas” but it comes late and hits the wrong note. The singer is better off alone, feeling cozy and warm without her partner. She has no regrets, looking forward to the new year without her partner.

The metaphor used in the song is related to Christmas. The “candy cane” refers to her partner's inconsistent behavior, which is less sweet and more “plain nuts”. The snow that is seven inches deep symbolizes the singer moving on and feeling better without her partner. The “big lump of coal” symbolizes the mistakes that her partner has made, and which she believes should return to their originator. The singer is not just at the bottom of Santa’s list but feels like they have been outrightly dumped.

Line by Line Meaning

I never know if you're coming or going
I am uncertain about your intentions and whether or not you want to be with me.

You say you love me, but don't know how to show it
You claim to have strong feelings for me, but struggle to express them in a way that I understand and appreciate.

And all the candy cane you got
Despite all of the presents and gestures of affection you have given me, they do not mean much.

It doesn't equal sweet when you're just plain nuts
Your actions don't make up for your unstable or erratic behavior.

Snow is almost seven inches deep
The weather outside is extremely cold and snowy.

I'm feeling better than I think I have in weeks
Despite the weather, my overall emotional state has improved recently.

I'm keeping cozy and warm
I am comfortable and content despite not having a romantic partner present.

Without you all on my own
I am spending the holiday alone, but I am not upset about it.

Merry Xmas says your text message
You sent me a message wishing me a happy Christmas season.

But you're late by a day or two
However, your message arrived after the actual holiday.

So mine says thanks a lot and fuck you
In response to your belated message, I am expressing my anger and frustration towards you.

Listen to the boy with a big lump of coal now
Pay attention to the negative consequences that come with bad behavior, like receiving coal instead of gifts.

I guess you know where I think it should go now
I am implying that you deserve a lump of coal for your actions.

There's so much more to it than this
The situation is more complicated than can be summarized in a single message or sentiment.

You're not just at the bottom of Santa's list
Your flaws and failures are not limited to just one aspect of your life or character.

Last December I remember when
I am reflecting on a past holiday season.

You said you wanna give me everything
You promised to be generous and loving towards me.

Now I so look forward to
However, I am now excited for a future without you in it.

To celebrate New Year without you
I am planning to enjoy the upcoming year without you as my partner or companion.

Very Merry Xmas says your text message
Again, you send me a message wishing me a happy Christmas season.

Oh I never should have fallen for you
I regret ever getting involved with you romantically.

So mine says thanks a lot but fuck you
And once again, I express my anger and rejection of your belated message.

No regrets, (Merry Xmas)
Despite our rocky history, I am not going to dwell on past mistakes or disappointments.

Not for a moment (Very Merry Xmas)
Instead, I am optimistic and grateful for the future, which includes being single and moving on from our relationship.

Facing forward (Merry Xmas)
I am focused on the present and future, not the past.

Next year's golden
I am looking forward to the upcoming year with hope and anticipation.

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: DAN KURTZ, MARTINA SORBARA, RON FEEMSTER, WILLIAM ORBIT, ALAN TILSTON

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