There are several artists known by the name Nixon:

1). Nixon, from H… Read Full Bio ↴There are several artists known by the name Nixon:

1). Nixon, from Halmstad, Sweden, is a project of Roger Gunnarsson (Free Loan Investments, The Garlands, Cloetta Paris...), and perhaps the one he is best known for. Gunnarsson began recording songs as Nixon with his cousin when he was a child in the mid 1980s. Some time later in the mid 1990s, he and friend Henrik Påhle recorded a Nixon demo which caught the attention of a few labels in their native Sweden and North America. Following a few EP releases, Nixon made their full-length debut with Only Ugly People Smoke in 2000, which also featured vocal and songwriting contributions from Anna Issakson. Gunnarsson continued to make Nixon records, now mostly alone, into the 21st century. A second full-length appeared in 2002 entitled November 1985 but after the Snow Day EP the following year, the project went on an unoffical hiatus and Gunnarsson continued to work with his other bands. In 2011, a new Nixon compilation of previously released material entitled Anorak Christmas came out on Anorak Records of France. The sleevenotes of this release announced that there would be a Nixon 7" EP of brand new recordings released on Cloudberry Records. This record eventually surfaced in late 2012 and is entitled This Town.

2). Nixon is a rock band formed in Almeria, Spain, by longtime friends in 2010. Previously known as Scaramusa, the band currently consists of Alex (lead vocals, guitar) Daniel Girona (lead guitar), Pedro Gil (drums, percussion, synthesizers), Juanmi (guitars, synthesizers), and Sergio (bass, synthesizers and backing vocals).

The quintet has toured widely throughout Spain supporting acts such as Second, Ninos Mutantes and Full. Following a two-year tour, the band released in 2006 it's full-length studio album titled El Ultimo Fuego after a successful crowdfunding campaign. This record made the band earn an unique sound by the use of synthesizers and analog drum machines.

They received attention due to their appearance in Los Conciertos de Radio3, reaching a huge audience with their performance at the 20th anniversary of Sonorama Ribera festival, Weekend Beach or Granada Sound among many others.

Alongside their critical acclaim and promising future, Nixon has found its place as an emerging act necessary in the Spanish music scene. Their brand of dark indie rock is commonly compared to the sound of bands such as Depeche Mode, Foals and U2.

Esmeralda
Nixon Lyrics

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Hey
Hey, yeah

Elle bougeait si fièrement du haut d'sa vingtaine de printemps (Esmeralda, Esmeralda)
À son allure, elle pouvait tout avoir maintenant (Esmeralda, Esmeralda)
J'pouvais m'imaginer la cambrure sous ses vêtements (Esmeralda, Esmeralda)
Mais elle me chamboulait, j'pouvais que rester là bêtement (Esmeralda, Esmeralda)

Impressionné par ce petit bout de femme
J'avoue que je n'avais pas les armes, yeah
Face à tant de style et tant de charme
J'me sentais comme le Bossu d'Notre-Dame

Impressionné par ce petit bout de femme, yeah, yeah
J'avoue que je n'avais pas les armes, yeah
Face à tant de style et tant de charme
J'me sentais comme le Bossu d'Notre-Dame

Elle dansait comme Esmeralda, Esmeralda, Esmeralda, Esmeralda
Jolie comme Esmeralda, Esmeralda, Esmeralda, Esmeralda
Elle m'en veut comme Esmeralda, Esmeralda, Esmeralda, Esmeralda
Elle dansait comme Esmeralda, Esmeralda, Esmeralda, Esmeralda

Elle dansait doucement, mais pourtant dans ses mouvements (Esmeralda, Esmeralda)
J'pouvais y déceler une facilité déconcertante (Esmeralda, Esmeralda)
Tout l'monde la convoitait, mais moi j'la désirais tellement (Esmeralda, Esmeralda)
Hey, mais une fois la fin arrivée, elle s'en est allée sainement (Esmeralda, Esmeralda)

Impressionné par ce petit bout de femme
J'avoue que je n'avais pas les armes, yeah
Face à tant de style et tant de charme
J'me sentais comme le Bossu d'Notre-Dame

Impressionné par ce petit bout de femme, yeah, yeah
J'avoue que je n'avais pas les armes, yeah
Face à tant de style et tant de charme
J'me sentais comme le Bossu d'Notre-Dame

Elle dansait comme Esmeralda, Esmeralda, Esmeralda, Esmeralda
Jolie comme Esmeralda, Esmeralda, Esmeralda, Esmeralda
Elle m'en veut comme Esmeralda, Esmeralda, Esmeralda, Esmeralda
Elle dansait comme Esmeralda, Esmeralda, Esmeralda, Esmeralda

J'l'avais pas demandé, mais c'est tombé sur moi en fait
Tu as tout c'que j'n'imaginais même pas en rêve
Maintenant, j'suis fou de toi, dis-moi comment on fait
J'aurai voulu m'arrêter là, mais tu m'fais trop d'effet

J'l'avais pas demandé, mais c'est tombé sur moi en fait
Tu as tout c'que j'n'imaginais même pas en rêve
Maintenant, j'suis fou de toi, dis-moi comment on fait
J'aurai voulu m'arrêter là, mais tu m'fais trop d'effet

Elle dansait comme Esmeralda, Esmeralda, Esmeralda, Esmeralda
Jolie comme Esmeralda, Esmeralda, Esmeralda, Esmeralda

Elle m'en veut comme Esmeralda, Esmeralda, Esmeralda, Esmeralda
Elle dansait comme Esmeralda, Esmeralda, Esmeralda, Esmeralda

Overall Meaning

The song "Esmeralda" by Nixon tells the story of a young woman whose beauty and grace leave the singer feeling impressed and somewhat inadequate. Throughout the song, he marvels at her ability to move with such ease and confidence. He imagines the curve of her body under her clothes and feels like the "Hunchback of Notre-Dame" next to her. He is drawn to her despite the fact that many others also desire her attention. Ultimately, he falls for her and wishes to know how to win her over. However, the song ends ambiguously, leaving it unclear whether his desire for her is ever fulfilled.

One of the most striking aspects of "Esmeralda" is the blending of different musical styles. The song features elements of hip-hop, pop, and electronic music, creating a unique sound that is both catchy and dynamic. Nixon's rapped verses contrast with the smoothness of the sung chorus, conveying the singer's shifting emotions as he observes the woman he desires.

Another notable feature of "Esmeralda" is the use of repetition throughout the song. The chorus, which repeats the name "Esmeralda" four times in a row, is particularly catchy and memorable. This repetition reflects the singer's fixation on this one woman and the way in which she dominates his thoughts.

Line by Line Meaning

Hey
Opening line, indicating the start of the song

Hey, yeah
Repeating the opening line with an added exclamation of excitement

Elle bougeait si fièrement du haut d'sa vingtaine de printemps (Esmeralda, Esmeralda)
Describing Esmeralda's confident and proud movements as a young woman in her twenties

À son allure, elle pouvait tout avoir maintenant (Esmeralda, Esmeralda)
Noting that Esmeralda's appearance and manner allowed her to have anything she wanted

J'pouvais m'imaginer la cambrure sous ses vêtements (Esmeralda, Esmeralda)
Imagining Esmeralda's curves beneath her clothing

Mais elle me chamboulait, j'pouvais que rester là bêtement (Esmeralda, Esmeralda)
Feeling flustered and unable to act around Esmeralda

Impressionné par ce petit bout de femme
Expressing admiration for Esmeralda's small but powerful presence

J'avoue que je n'avais pas les armes, yeah
Confessing to not having the skills or confidence to approach Esmeralda

Face à tant de style et tant de charme
Being overwhelmed by Esmeralda's grace and charm

J'me sentais comme le Bossu d'Notre-Dame
Comparing oneself to the hunchback of Notre-Dame, who was similarly enamored with Esmeralda in the novel

Elle dansait comme Esmeralda, Esmeralda, Esmeralda, Esmeralda
Highlighting how Esmeralda's dancing was a defining characteristic of her personality

Jolie comme Esmeralda, Esmeralda, Esmeralda, Esmeralda
Emphasizing how Esmeralda's beauty had a strong impact on the artist

Elle m'en veut comme Esmeralda, Esmeralda, Esmeralda, Esmeralda
Assuming that Esmeralda is angry with the singer for their interest in her

Elle dansait doucement, mais pourtant dans ses mouvements (Esmeralda, Esmeralda)
Noting how Esmeralda's dancing was gentle but also captivating

J'pouvais y déceler une facilité déconcertante (Esmeralda, Esmeralda)
Recognizing how easy and effortless Esmeralda made her dancing appear

Tout l'monde la convoitait, mais moi j'la désirais tellement (Esmeralda, Esmeralda)
Feeling a strong desire for Esmeralda even though others also wanted her

Hey, mais une fois la fin arrivée, elle s'en est allée sainement (Esmeralda, Esmeralda)
Noting how Esmeralda left once the performance was over

J'l'avais pas demandé, mais c'est tombé sur moi en fait
Admitting that they didn't pursue Esmeralda but ended up attracted to her anyway

Tu as tout c'que j'n'imaginais même pas en rêve
Complimenting Esmeralda for surpassing their expectations

Maintenant, j'suis fou de toi, dis-moi comment on fait
Admitting to being deeply infatuated with Esmeralda and seeking advice on what to do about it

J'aurai voulu m'arrêter là, mais tu m'fais trop d'effet
Wishing they could simply move on from their feelings for Esmeralda but acknowledging how strong their attraction is

Writer(s): Ibrahima Kalil Soumare, Louis Lucas

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