She released her debut album, Ruby Blue, in June 2005 in the UK on Echo Records. "Ruby Blue" produced two singles "If We're In Love" and "Sow Into You". She released her second album Overpowered on 15 October 2007.
On 10 January 2008, Overpowered received a nomination for the Choice Music Prize in the Republic of Ireland; the award is given each year to an Irish artist who has proved to produce a critically acclaimed album. Also Overpowered ended at #30 on Metacritic Best of 2007 albums with a score of 82.
Her version of "Slave to Love" by Bryan Ferry is featured in the 2008 Gucci commercial starring actor James Franco. The single "Let Me Know" was produced by Groove Armada. Overpowered produced four singles: "Overpowered," "Let Me Know," "You Know Me Better" and "Movie Star."
In addition to her work with Moloko, Murphy has contributed her vocals to the works of other artists including Handsome Boy Modeling School and Boris Dlugosch, for whom she sang on the track, Never Enough, which became a huge club hit.
On 15 December 2009, Róisín gave birth to her first child; a baby girl she named Clodagh.
‘Róisín Machine’ is the next chapter of that ever unfolding, always compelling tale – a seamlessly edited, 10 years in the making collection of tracks produced in collaboration with her Sheffield pal DJ Parrot, at once her most unabashedly dance-floor ready yet deeply autobiographical work to date.
Plaything
Róisín Murphy Lyrics
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(Nothing, plaything)
(Nothing, plaything)
(Nothing, plaything)
We ain't a thing
(Nothing, plaything)
(Nothing, plaything)
Just take me with a pinch of salt
Shake me to the very core
Go and play with me until you get bored
Just play with me 'til you get bored
You're taking me with a pinch of salt
Just play with me 'til you get bored
You're taking me with a pinch of salt
You, you, you, you, initiate every damn thing
I'm left to contemplate my fate
What if we ain't a thing?
And why did you begin
To try to pull me in?
It's a fait accompli
Just take me with a pinch of salt
Break me, don't give a thought
Shake me to the very core
Go and play with me until you get bored
Just play with me 'til you get bored
You're taking me with a pinch of salt
Just play with me 'til you get bored
You're taking me with a pinch of salt
I know I mean nothing to you
Still I can't bring myself to hate
I got feelings too
And the feelings true
And though I see through you
It's a fait accompli
Just take me with a pinch of salt
Break me, don't give a thought
Shake me to the very core
And play with me until you get bored
Just play with me 'til you get bored
You're taking me with a pinch of salt
You're breaking me, don't give a thought
You're shaking me to the very core
Just play with me 'til you get bored
You're taking me with a pinch of salt
You're breaking me, don't give a thought
You're shaking me to the very core
Nothing, plaything
Nothing, plaything
Nothing, plaything
Nothing, plaything
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Nothing, plaything
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The lyrics of Róisín Murphy's song "Plaything" convey a sense of being treated as disposable or insignificant in a relationship. The repeated phrase "We ain't a thing" suggests a lack of substantial connection or commitment between the two individuals. The lyrics express a feeling of resignation, as if the singer knows they are being taken lightly and not valued as they should be.
The lines "Just take me with a pinch of salt, break me, don't give a thought" highlight the singer's awareness of being treated casually, as if easily discarded or manipulated. They are shaken to their core by this behavior but seem to have accepted it, as reflected in the line "Go and play with me until you get bored." The repetition of "play with me 'til you get bored" emphasizes the temporary nature of the relationship and the singer's resigned attitude towards it.
The lyrics also explore the emotional aspect of this situation. The line "I know I mean nothing to you, still I can't bring myself to hate" suggests that despite being treated as insignificant, the singer cannot help but care. They acknowledge their own feelings and the truth behind the actions of the other person, seeing through their intentions. The phrase "It's a fait accompli" further conveys a sense of acceptance and surrender to the situation.
Overall, "Plaything" depicts a relationship characterized by a lack of substance, where one person is treated as disposable and insignificant. The lyrics capture the emotional conflict of knowing the reality of the situation but being unable to completely detach or let go.
Line by Line Meaning
We ain't a thing
We don't have a real relationship
(Nothing, plaything)
I am insignificant to you, just a toy
Just take me with a pinch of salt
Don't take me seriously or consider my feelings
Break me, don't give a thought
Hurt me without any regard or empathy
Shake me to the very core
Cause me emotional turmoil and distress
Go and play with me until you get bored
Use and manipulate me until you lose interest
You, you, you, you, initiate every damn thing
You are the one who starts everything
I'm left to contemplate my fate
I am left to question and think about what will happen to me
What if we ain't a thing?
What if we don't actually have a connection?
And why did you begin to try to pull me in?
And why did you start to try to get me involved?
It's a fait accompli
It's already done and decided
You're taking me with a pinch of salt
You're treating me as unimportant and insignificant
I know I mean nothing to you
I know I have no value or importance in your eyes
Still I can't bring myself to hate
However, I am unable to feel hatred towards you
I got feelings too
I also have emotions and desires
And though I see through you
Even though I can see your true intentions
Nothing, plaything
I am nothing but a toy to you
Lyrics © Phoenix Music International Ltd
Written by: MURPHY Roisin, Maurice FULTON
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
james wade
We ain't a thing
(Nothing, plaything)
(Nothing, plaything)
(Nothing, plaything)
We ain't a thing
(Nothing, plaything)
(Nothing, plaything)
[Hook]
Just take me with a pinch of salt
Break me, don't give a thought
Shake me to the very core
Go and play with me until you get bored
Just play with me till you get bored
You're taking me with a pinch of salt
Just play with me till you get bored
You're taking me with a pinch of salt
[Bridge]
You, you, you, you, you initiate every damn thing
I'm left to contemplate my fate
What if we ain't a thing?
And why did you begin
To try to pull me in?
It's a fait accompli
[Chorus]
Just take me with a pinch of salt
Break me, don't give a thought
Shake me to the very core
Go and play with me until you get bored
(We ain't a thing)
Just play with me till you get bored
You're taking me with a pinch of salt
(We ain't a thing)
Just play with me till you get bored
(I'm just your plaything)
You're taking me with a pinch of salt
[Bridge]
I know I mean nothing to you
Still I can't bring myself to hate
I got feelings too
And the feelings true
And though I see through you
It's a fait accompli
[Chorus]
Just take me with a pinch of salt
Break me, don't give a thought
Shake me to the very core
Go and play with me until you get bored
(We ain't a thing)
Just play with me till you get bored
You're taking me with a pinch of salt
(I'm just your plaything)
You're breaking me, don't give a thought
(We ain't a thing)
You're shaking me to the very core
(We ain't a thing)
Just play with me till you get bored
(I'm just your plaything)
You're taking me with a pinch of salt
You're breaking me, don't give a thought
(We ain't a thing)
You're shaking me to the very core
[Outro]
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(I'm just your plaything)
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TheMadcap.Laughs
We ain't a thing
(Nothing, plaything)
(Nothing, plaything)
(Nothing, plaything)
We ain't a thing
(Nothing, plaything)
(Nothing, plaything)
Just take me with a pinch of salt
Break me, don't give a fuck
Shake me to the very core
Go and play with me until you get bored
Just play with me till you get bored
You're taking me with a pinch of salt
Just play with me till you get bored
You're taking me with a pinch of salt
You, you, you, you came to see every damn thing
I'm left to contemplate my fate
What if we ain't a thing?
And why did you begin
To try to pull me in?
It's a fait accompli
Just take me with a pinch of salt
Break me, don't give a fuck
Shake me to the very core
Go and play with me until you get bored
(We ain't a thing)
Just play with me till you get bored
You're taking me with a pinch of salt
(We ain't a thing)
Just play with me till you get bored
(I'm just your plaything)
You're taking me with a pinch of salt
I know I mean nothing to you
Still I can't bring myself to hate
I got feelings too
And the feelings true
And though I see through you
It's a fait accompli
Just take me with a pinch of salt
Break me, don't give a fuck
Shake me to the very core
Go and play with me until you get bored
(We ain't a thing)
Just play with me till you get bored
You're taking me with a pinch of salt
(I'm just your plaything)
You're breaking me, don't give a fuck
(We ain't a thing)
You're shaking me to the very core
(We ain't a thing)
Just play with me till you get bored
(I'm just your plaything)
You're taking me with a pinch of salt
You're breaking me, don't give a fuck
(We ain't a thing)
You're shaking me to the very core
Nothing / plaything
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Troy Jenkins
Just subscribed to the roisin Murphy channel....
I
Really don't know what is wrong with this woman.
Roisin should be played at least 13 times a day on the radio.
Pplaything
Play with
Me
Until
You
Get
Bored.
Take
Me
With a pinch of
Salt
Those words are so unisexually diverse and open ended
The phrase could be used for a one nighter
A new corporation established entitled the IT cOUPLE......
AND WE ON THE CUSP OF THE BREAK UP
Esoteric Ed
This song just turned my living room into a nightclub. Rosin Murphy is so talented yet so underrated.
Corinne Owen
❤️ Always need a bit of Róisín Murphy in my life 🔝🎶🔝 🎉💃🏼🎉 Gonna have this on replay all weekend 💋 LOVE IT 💕 xx
Ongemakkelijke Gladjakker
Roisin with Maurice Fulton is a dream team... Another amazing track!
juan montanares sepulveda
Roisin, eres lo mejor, con cada canción me sorprendes.🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹
Korfian
Dear Roisin. I noticed the whole i-d vice thing on Twitter and I just wanted to say that whatever happens, or doesn't happen, you'll always get the love and support from us. Your followers. It's the least we can do to thank you for your creativity all this time. It's sad that music has become an industry only seeking for profit. I'm just a little (but huge) fan from Greece making music as well. I'll never forget your performance on TakeHerUpToMonto in Athens (still sorry I grabbed your hand like there was no tomorrow - was too hyped seeing you live). Every single thing you do sounds like stuff from the future and even though I was never into clubs, dancing and stuff, your voice and your beats have made a great impact inside me. Endless love, Roisin.
The Glorious Pyro Cheems
Korfian amen!
dj K.I.R.
Well said my brother, i have exactly the same good words for miss Murphy!
Joanne Purchase
Róisín always a massive force. For those amongst us who have been following since Moloko. We know. 🙌🙌🙌👍💋💋
Mike Clarke
This woman can't put a foot wrong. What a banger ❤️
Jackie S
My quality of life SKYROCKETED with Róisín in it thank you thank you