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.
The House
Róisín Murphy Lyrics
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Is that, you're based in England
Yes
And you're, ah
A woman
Fuck's sake
So I'm gon go over it
All over again
In a heart-shaped swimming pool
It's like a honeymoon debut
All over again
And in every senso-cell, ah-ah-ah
I've got a piece of heaven, baby
All I need is you
Ten thousand dreams in Stella Vista
Ooh ah-ah
It's psychotropic
You need to hear my system, baby
Where The Horny Horns gonna play forever
Ooh hm-hm
Toto, I don't want to be alone
In a psychotropic environ
'Cause this house is holding it
All that loneliness
This place is going insane
It's insane
And I can't explain it
There's been
Ten thousand dreams in Stella Vista
Ooh
Hm-hm
It's pyscho-reactive
Darling, did you switch that?
That radio on?
Fuck's sake
I don't wanna be alone here
This house is our swan song
Toto, alone we stand on Vermilion Sands
With a heart-shaped swimming pool
Toto, alone we stand on Vermilion Sands
You can see the darkness under the blue, we two
Stuck in a honeymoon debut
No, I won't go over it
Over and over again
And again
All over again
'Cause the place is holding it
All that loneliness
This house is going insane (in a heart-shaped)
(All over again) 'cause the place is holding it
All that loneliness
This house is going insane (in a heart-shaped)
(All over again) it's insane, it's insane
(In a heart-shaped swimming pool)
It's locked me in
Darling? It's locked the hou-
I can't
I can't get, I can't get out, I can't get out of the house
Where have you gone?
"The House" by Róisín Murphy is a song that explores themes of loneliness, isolation, and confinement within a relationship. The lyrics convey a sense of desperation and frustration as the singer struggles to understand their partner and their own feelings.
The song starts with the singer questioning their knowledge of their partner. They know that the person they are referring to is based in England and is a woman. The exclamation of "Fuck's sake" suggests a degree of irritation or annoyance, possibly indicating that the singer feels disconnected from this person.
The lyrics then describe going over and over something in a heart-shaped swimming pool, symbolizing a cycle or pattern in their relationship. This repetition represents a longing for a honeymoon period, a new and fresh start. The mention of "every senso-cell" implies a deep connection or passion the singer feels with their partner.
The lyrics continue to express a yearning for the presence of the loved one. The phrase "All I need is you" suggests a sense of dependency and the desire to be united. The mention of "Ten thousand dreams in Stella Vista" and "psychotropic" evoke a dreamlike or altered state, as if the singer's perception of reality is influenced by their longing for their partner. The Horny Horns and the invitation to hear the system create a sense of escapism and a desire to find solace or distraction in music.
The singer then acknowledges the state of the house, describing it as holding all the loneliness and going insane. This could be interpreted as a metaphor for their own mind or emotional state. The mention of "Stella Vista" again hints at a yearning for a better or more idealized version of reality.
As the song continues, the singer questions if their partner has turned on the radio, possibly as a means of escape or distraction. The repetition of "Fuck's sake" suggests increasing frustration or exasperation.
The lyrics then express a desire to not be alone in the house, emphasizing the importance of the partnership. The mention of Vermilion Sands and the heart-shaped swimming pool suggests a nostalgic or romantic setting, but there is a feeling of being stuck or trapped. The darkness under the blue symbolizes a hidden sadness or emotional turmoil within the relationship.
The repetition of "All over again" and the insistence that they won't go over it again indicates a sense of resignation or exhaustion. The house is again described as holding onto loneliness and going insane. The repetition of "It's locked me in" along with the desperation in the plea for the partner's whereabouts implies a feeling of being trapped or confined within the relationship.
Overall, "The House" explores the complexities of a relationship marked by loneliness and a longing for connection. The lyrics hint at the singer's struggle to understand and be understood, as well as the feeling of being confined within their own emotions and circumstances.
Line by Line Meaning
So, what do I know of you?
I have limited knowledge about who you are.
Is that, you're based in England
Are you located in England?
Yes
Confirmed that you are based in England.
And you're, ah, A woman
And you identify as a woman.
Fuck's sake
Expressing frustration or annoyance.
So I'm gon go over it
I will revisit the topic.
Over and over again
Repeating the process multiple times.
All over again
Starting from the beginning.
In a heart-shaped swimming pool
Within an environment of love and romance.
It's like a honeymoon debut
Feels like the beginning of a honeymoon phase.
And in every senso-cell, ah-ah-ah
In every fiber of my being.
I've got a piece of heaven, baby
I have found a sense of bliss and happiness.
All I need is you
You are all that I require.
Ten thousand dreams in Stella Vista
Countless dreams in a euphoric state.
Ooh ah-ah
Expressing excitement or pleasure.
It's psychotropic
Having a mind-altering effect.
You need to hear my system, baby
You should experience the intensity of my presence.
Where The Horny Horns gonna play forever
Where the pleasure and excitement will never end.
Ooh hm-hm
Expressing satisfaction or contentment.
Toto, I don't want to be alone
I desire companionship, not solitude.
In a psychotropic environ
Within an environment that alters perception.
'Cause this house is holding it
Because this place contains
All that loneliness
All the feelings of isolation
This place is going insane
This environment is becoming chaotic
And I can't explain it
I am unable to articulate it
There's been Ten thousand dreams in Stella Vista
There have been countless dreams in a euphoric state
Ooh Hm-hm
Expressing satisfaction or contentment
It's pyscho-reactive
It has psychological and emotional effects
Darling, did you switch that?
My dear, did you turn that on/off?
That radio on?
That radio switched on?
Fuck's sake
Expressing frustration or annoyance
I don't wanna be alone here
I don't want to be by myself in this place
This house is our swan song
This place represents our final act or farewell
Toto, alone we stand on Vermilion Sands
Together, we find ourselves in Vermilion Sands
With a heart-shaped swimming pool
In a romantic setting
Toto, alone we stand on Vermilion Sands
Together, we find ourselves in Vermilion Sands
You can see the darkness under the blue, we two
We both sense the underlying sadness or despair
Stuck in a honeymoon debut
Trapped in the beginning phase of a honeymoon-like experience
No, I won't go over it
No, I won't revisit it
Over and over again
Repeatedly
And again
Once more
All over again
Starting from scratch
'Cause the place is holding it
Because this location contains
All that loneliness
All the feelings of isolation
This house is going insane (in a heart-shaped)
This place is descending into madness (within a romantic atmosphere)
(All over again) 'cause the place is holding it
(Starting from scratch) because this location contains
All that loneliness
All the feelings of isolation
This house is going insane (in a heart-shaped)
This place is descending into madness (within a romantic atmosphere)
(All over again) it's insane, it's insane
(Starting from scratch) it's chaotic, it's chaotic
(In a heart-shaped swimming pool)
(Within a romantic setting)
It's locked me in
I am trapped within this place
Darling? It's locked the hou-
My dear? It has locked the
I can't
I am unable to
I can't get, I can't get out, I can't get out of the house
I am unable to escape from the house
Where have you gone?
Where did you disappear to?
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Roisin Murphy, Stefan Kozalla
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
coolti44
I’m 58 yrs old and this album has renewed my faith in music ❤
Tony Megahey
Im a youngster at 52 and have not enjoyed an album as much as this for many many years
Me,Me,Me.
Absolutely agree with you ❤❤❤
Christian Haselbauer
I will kick everybody, who will tell me, there is no good music this time anymore! What a great masterpiece! Danke😘👍💪🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
totekK
Wie Recht Du so hast....
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die guten Zeiten mit Moloko ❤❤❤
Artinuum
Absofreakinglutely!!! 🎶🎶☀☀
Skeleton Pony
This is inspired by "The Thousand Dreams of Stellavista" by J. G. Ballard, and now I m reading this short sci-fi story about psychotropic houses and a relationship's faded glory. Thanks Roisin 🌟
1Anomaly1
Thank you for sharing this wisdom!
Wanapelei Karanna
Thank you for this!
ach nix
Does the name Toto also come from the book or does it have any meaning in the uk?