Before recording any full length albums, Radiohead found their demo tape and invited them to be part of the US tour for The Bends. After that, they moved from Birmingham, Alabama to Los Angeles, California to record their first album. Several band mates suffered from substance abuse and homelessness after moving from Alabama.
Their first album, self-titled, drew from these experiences and unfortunately received little recognition or sales. The subsequent album Villa Elaine caused them to be praised as "the next big thing". Villa Elaine was recorded when the band was living in an apartment of the same name in Hollywood. Remy Zero's third album The Golden Hum was also received well. A 30 second clip of the song "Save Me" from The Golden Hum was used as the theme song for WB's Smallville. Remy Zero's music has also been on KCRW's Morning Becomes Eclectic radio show. Most recently Remy Zero's song "Fair" from Villa Elaine was used in the film Garden State, and "Prophecy", also from Villa Ellaine was used in The Last Kiss. In 2003 Jeffrey Cain, Cedric Lemoyne, and Gregory Slay formed The Engine Room and wrote the theme song to the television show Nip/Tuck titled "A Perfect Lie" which was nominated for an Emmy Award.
Remy Zero broke up after making The Golden Hum and many of its members have joined new bands. Shelby and Cinjun Tate have created Spartan Fidelity, Jeffrey Cain has formed Isidore with Steve Kilbey of The Church and recorded a solo album under the name Dead Snares,Gregory Slay has recorded multiple albums as Sleepwell, and Cedric Lemoyne has collaborated with Orenda Fink of Azure Ray on an album set for release in early 2009.
In 2006 there was reason to believe, from their MySpace posting, that the group was attempting to reform. However, as of Summer 2007, the Remy Zero MySpace page showed the following statement: "The story so far: We formed in Birmingham, AL in 1989. We took a break in 2003. We thought momentarily that we might start making music again, but now... who knows. We'll keep you posted here on whatever we're doing - together or separately - as much as we can. Stay tuned...". The Remy Zero website now has the following message:
"The five of us thank all of you who have listened, & had faith in us.
These years as Remy Zero have given birth to music and friendships that will hopefully live on past this moment. We will take the inspiration, lessons, and spirits we have encountered as each of us moves forward into new territories. Remy Zero has been put to rest.
thank you again
peace,
cedric, cinjun, jeffrey, gregory, shelby".
On Tuesday May 22, 2007 Jeffrey Cain's solo album Dead Snares Speak the Language was released, featuring performances with fellow Remy Zero members Cedric LeMoyne, Gregory Slay and Leslie Van Trease. A limited edition release on 180 gram vinyl was made available through SoundIsidore Recordings.
Shattered
Remy Zero Lyrics
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Somehow I found you here
Torn from the hope and fear
Holds us inside
Pulled me out
Out from the world I've known
And all love was broken cold
Brought me here
From you one look
Just one look and everything is shattered
From you one word
Towers burn and fall, fall, fall
Just be still
Arms that surround like the sun
Faith in the life we've begun
It holds us inside
From you one look
Just one look and everything is shattered
From you one word
Towers burn and fall, fall, fall
From you one look
Just one look and everything is shattered
From you one word
Stars burn and fall and fall
Fires curl
Shadows surge
A hollow sound
That no one else can hear
But me in silent streams
Forever more we dream
From you one look
Just one look and everything is shattered
From you one word
Towers burn and fall, fall, fall
From you one look
Just one look and everything is shattered
From you one word
Stars burn and fall and fall
The song "Shattered" by Remy Zero is a beautiful and emotive track that captures the feeling of being engulfed by someone's presence. It is an ode to the power of love and the impact it can have on people's lives. The song opens with the line, "Grace in light, Somehow I found you here," implying that the singer has stumbled upon someone who has brought light and grace into their life. However, as the song progresses, the power of this person's presence becomes more intense and overwhelming, as seen in the lines "From you one look, Just one look and everything is shattered, From you one word, Towers burn and fall, fall, fall."
The imagery of falling towers and burning stars highlights the idea that this person's presence can both create and destroy. The relationship is not simply beautiful, but also dangerous and intense. The song ends on a dreamy note, with the line "Forever more we dream," suggesting that the singer has found a place of safety and comfort in this overpowering love.
Line by Line Meaning
Grace in light
There is something pure and beautiful about light that brings peace.
Somehow I found you here
It was unexpected to find someone like you in this place and time.
Torn from the hope and fear
Our emotions are mixed and confused, and we are struggling with what to do next.
Holds us inside
Our bond is strong and keeps us together even though we feel broken.
Pulled me out
You rescued me from the pain and loneliness I was feeling before.
Out from the world I've known
You have exposed me to new experiences and perspectives that have changed me.
And all love was broken cold
My heart was broken until I met you and experienced your love.
Brought me here
You have led me to this moment in time and this place in our relationship.
From you one look
Just a glance from you can change everything.
Just one look and everything is shattered
Our world is disrupted and changed when you give me that look.
From you one word
Your words have a powerful impact on me and on the world around us.
Towers burn and fall, fall, fall
Your words can destroy even the most stable and impressive foundations we have built.
Just be still
Let's take a moment to pause and appreciate this moment of peace together.
Arms that surround like the sun
Your embrace brings warmth and comfort into my life.
Faith in the life we've begun
We trust that the path we have chosen together is the right one, and we continue to support each other.
It holds us inside
Our connection keeps us safe and secure within each other's love.
Stars burn and fall and fall
Even the most beautiful and enduring things can be destroyed by your words and actions.
Fires curl
The intensity of our passion can feel overwhelming and chaotic.
Shadows surge
There are moments of darkness and uncertainty that we must contend with.
A hollow sound
We may feel empty and lost at times, without direction or purpose.
That no one else can hear
Our struggles and fears are unique to us and cannot be fully understood by others.
But me in silent streams
I am the only one who can truly feel and process these emotions and experiences.
Forever more we dream
We have hopes and aspirations that we will continue to chase together, no matter what challenges we face.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Keith Richards, Mick Jagger
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@ChillFrost
Grace in light
Somehow I found you here
Torn from the hope and fear
Holds us inside
Pulled me out
Out from the world I've known
And all love was broken cold
Brought me here
From you one look
Just one look and everything is shattered
From you one word
Towers burn and fall, fall, fall
Just be still
Arms that surround like the sun
Faith in the life we've begun
It holds us inside
From you one look
Just one look and everything is shattered
From you one word
Towers burn and fall, fall, fall
From you one look
Just one look and everything is shattered
From you one word
Stars burn and fall and fall
Fires curl
Shadows surge
A hollow sound
That no one else can hear
But me in silent streams
Forever more we dream
From you one look
Just one look and everything is shattered
From you one word
Towers burn and fall, fall, fall
From you one look
Just one look and everything is shattered
From you one word
Stars burn and fall and fall
@JustMe-hn4dc
Still listening in 2020. Anyone else?
@shawnmcpeak8808
Just watched Suicide Kings again and reminded me of this awesome tune. Pity it never got any air time. Yeah man still listening to it in 2020. Cmon Spotify pick it up already!!!
@Shanz610
And in 2022!!
@Diamondamber02
@@Shanz610 ditto
@hernanm6
I can not imagine "Suicide Kings" without this song. And I can not hear this song without thinking of "Suicidal Kings". A perfect song for a perfect movie ...
@dacblac6532
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@dacblac6532
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@Blondiee10
You're wearing fish boots...
@jackalope7774
@@Blondiee10 Stop talkin’ about the boots ok?! Don’t talk to me about footwear ever again? Ya got it?! Don’t even mention fuckin’ socks to me!
@FluffyBunny9002
@@Blondiee10 They're stingray.