Róisín Murphy (pronounced roe-sheen… Read Full Bio ↴Arklow, Wicklow, Republic of Ireland
Róisín Murphy (pronounced roe-sheen) gained fame with Mark Brydon as the lead vocalist for UK electronic duo Moloko.
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.
After three additional albums and a remix project with Brydon, Murphy recorded her first official solo material in 2004 with producer Matthew Herbert, who had previously done remixes for Moloko. 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, with 13 new songs 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."
Movie Star
Róisín Murphy Lyrics
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And I'm a headstrong girl, I'm afraid I won't be told
I feel my destiny is only 'round the corner
Sugar daddy promised me I'll be sitting on top of the world
It's all my naked ambitions said I would leave them wanting more
That could be crazy wishing we could ever have it all
Have it all, have it all
We'll make a movie, we'll break into cinema
You'll be director and I'll be your movie star
We'll make a movie, the darlings of cinema
You'll be director and I'll be your movie star
So he's a headstrong guy and perhaps I shouldn't listen
There's a million girls wanna be in my position
If he tells me lies I'll suspend my disbelieving
I leave it all behind, I ain't asking for permission
Feels like a new beginning and there's so much to explore
It's not so crazy thinking we could really have it all
Have it all, have it all
We'll make a movie, we'll break into cinema
You'll be director and I'll be your movie star
We'll make a movie, the darlings of cinema
You'll be director and I'll be your movie star
The lyrics to Róisín Murphy's song Movie Star tell the story of a woman who is eager to pursue her dreams of becoming a movie star. She is a trusting soul, unafraid of living dangerously, and is determined to not be held back by others, as she believes her destiny is just around the corner. She has a sugar daddy who has promised her that she will be sitting on top of the world, and she is willing to do whatever it takes to achieve her goal.
Despite her naked ambitions, the woman realizes that she cannot have it all and that perhaps wishing for more is crazy. However, she still longs to make a movie and break into cinema, with her sugar daddy as the director, and herself as the movie star. She is determined to take this chance and start a new beginning, even if it means leaving everything else behind.
In the second verse, the woman acknowledges that her sugar daddy may not be entirely truthful, but she is willing to suspend her disbelieving and take the chance anyway. She recognizes that there are many other girls who want to be in her position, and she will not let anything get in the way of achieving her dreams. She envisions a life with endless possibilities and endless exploration, and although it may not be entirely realistic, she still hopes that she can have it all.
Overall, the song Movie Star is a story about ambition, determination, and the willingness to take risks to achieve one's dreams. It speaks to the idea of chasing after what you want, even if it means a life of uncertainty and danger.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm a trusting soul not ashamed of living dangerously
I am naive and enjoy taking risks
And I'm a headstrong girl, I'm afraid I won't be told
I am stubborn and don't like being controlled
I feel my destiny is only 'round the corner
I believe that success is just within reach
Sugar daddy promised me I'll be sitting on top of the world
My wealthy partner has promised me fame and fortune
It's all my naked ambitions said I would leave them wanting more
I want to be a seductive and unforgettable performer
That could be crazy wishing we could ever have it all
It may be unrealistic to believe we can achieve everything we desire
We'll make a movie, we'll break into cinema
We will create a film that will be successful
You'll be director and I'll be your movie star
You will be in charge and I will be the leading performer
So he's a headstrong guy and perhaps I shouldn't listen
My partner is also stubborn and I may regret trusting him
There's a million girls wanna be in my position
Many others envy my potential success and fame
If he tells me lies I'll suspend my disbelieving
I may be skeptical of my partner but I will choose to believe him
I leave it all behind, I ain't asking for permission
I am willing to abandon everything to pursue my career without seeking consent
Feels like a new beginning and there's so much to explore
I am excited for the opportunities and possibilities that lie ahead
It's not so crazy thinking we could really have it all
It is possible that we could achieve all of our goals
We'll make a movie, the darlings of cinema
Our film will be beloved by audiences and critics alike
You'll be director and I'll be your movie star
You will lead the project and I will be the main performer
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I'm a trusting soul, I'm ashamed of living dangerously
And I'm a headstrong girl, I'm afraid I won't be told
I feel my destiny is only 'round the corner
Sugar daddy promised me I'll be sitting on top of the world
It's all my naked ambitions said
I would leave them wanting more
That could be crazy wishing
We could ever have it all, have it all, have it all
We'll make a movie, we'll break into cinema
You'll be director and I'll be your movie star
We'll make a movie, the darlings of cinema
You'll be director and I'll be your movie star, oh, oh
So he's a headstrong guy and perhaps I shouldn't listen
There's a million girls wanna be in my position
If he tells me lies I'll suspend my disbelieving
I leave it all behind, I ain't asking for permission
Feels like a new beginning
And there's so much to explore
It's not so crazy thinking
We could really have it all, have it all, have it all
We'll make a movie, we'll break into cinema
You'll be director and I'll be your movie star
We'll make a movie, the darlings of cinema
You'll be director and I'll be your movie star, oh, oh
Movie star, movie star
Movie star
@chrisdownie6447
Overpowered was such a brilliant album
@MrJohnnyPash
Roisin's Drag Race!
@carlossotelo2272
"Dancing makes you brave". - Cristina Yang.
Best scene of Grey's Anatomy
@iomartinez4143
I love all the John waters references!!
@LeatherScorpio
Divine Multiple Maniacs cosplay!
@CanuckEditorguy
John Waters meets Night of the Living Dead in a Disco.
@discoverydavid
Yeah go Blackburn Rovers...wait a minute, who?
@jayts81
Around the time this came out I was listening to it on a train and two loud tories were behind me plotting the annihilation of the lower classes, as is their wont. So I turned this song as loud as I could. Róisín saving lives left and right 🥰♥️♥️
@leonjorgh
This clip has a special meaning to me, I started to go out to nightclubs around the time when “overpowered” was released 💕✨
@mallel
I think, each member of party group on this clip refers to a movie, as one of them 100% refers to movie 'Pink Flamingos' which is the most weird I've ever seen in my life. Wondering what cool movies stand behind the other characters. Anyone?
Yeah, great song as always!