Roxy Music became a successful act in Europe and Australia during the 1970s. This success began with their self-titled debut studio album in 1972. The band pioneered more musically sophisticated elements of glam rock while significantly influencing early English punk music, and provided a model for many new wave acts while innovating elements of electronic composition. The group also conveyed their distinctive brand of visual and musical sophistication with their focus on glamorous fashions. Ferry and co-founding member Eno have had influential solo careers. Eno became one of the most significant British record producers of the late 20th century. Rolling Stone originally ranked Roxy Music No. 98 on their greatest artists list ("The Immortals – The 100 Greatest Artists of All Time"), but dropped the group from the list when they updated it in 2011.
Roxy Music's final studio album was Avalon (1982), which was certified Platinum in the United States. In 2005, the band began recording what would have become their ninth studio album—and their first album with Eno since 1973 (he wrote two songs for it and also played keyboards). However, Ferry eventually announced that the material from these sessions would instead be released as a Ferry solo studio album, with Eno playing on "a couple of tracks", and that he believed the group would never again produce a record as Roxy Music. The album was released in 2010 as the Ferry solo studio album Olympia. It featured contributions from Eno, Manzanera, and Mackay (amongst many other session players).
In 2011, Roxy Music played a series of 40th-anniversary shows, but went inactive as a performing entity following the concerts. In 2019, Roxy Music were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
In 2022, Roxy Music reformed for a tour to mark the 50th anniversary of their debut studio album.
Full Wikipedia article: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roxy_Music
Studio albums
Roxy Music (1972)
For Your Pleasure (1973)
Stranded (1973)
Country Life (1974)
Siren (1975)
Manifesto (1979)
Flesh and Blood (1980)
Avalon (1982)
Pyjamarama
Roxy Music Lyrics
Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴
Oh how I'd love to hold you tight
They say you have a secret life
Made sacrifice your key to paradise
Never mind, take the world by storm
Just boogaloo a rhapsody divine
Take a sweet girl just like you
How nice if only we could bill and coo
How could I apologies for all those lies
The world may keeps us far apart but up in heaven, angel
You can have my heart
Diamonds may be your best friend
But like laughter after tears
I'll follow you to the end
The lyrics of Roxy Music's Pyjamarama is a representation of the singer's longing and desire for his lover. The song begins with the confession of the singer being unable to sleep the previous night, wishing for his lover's embrace. The second line refers to the possibility of his lover having a secret life, possibly indicating trust issues or insecurities. Sacrificing her key to paradise implies that her love for him may hinder her goals and ambitions, and he might feel guilty about it. However, he encourages her to take the world by storm and embrace life.
The chorus speaks of the singer's desire to have someone special, like his lover, to enjoy life with. He admits to feeling foolish in front of her and seeks forgiveness for any wrongdoings. However, he declares that no matter how distant they may be, his love for her will never fade, and he would still give his heart to her. The last lines send a message to his lover, comparing her to laughter, a source of happiness and hope.
Line by Line Meaning
Couldn't sleep a wink last night
I was unable to sleep or relax in the slightest last night.
Oh how I'd love to hold you tight
I have a strong desire to hold you closely and intimately.
They say you have a secret life
I have heard rumors that you lead a life outside of what is publicly known.
Made sacrifice your key to paradise
Perhaps you have made sacrifices in order to attain something that may bring you happiness or fulfillment.
Never mind, take the world by storm
Don't worry about anything, just go out and make a big impact on the world.
Just boogaloo a rhapsody divine
Dance freely and expressively to a beautiful piece of music.
Take a sweet girl just like you
Spend time with someone as kind and lovely as you.
How nice if only we could bill and coo
It would be wonderful if we could coo and cuddle like a pair of doves.
I may seem a fool to you for everything I say or think or do
You may not take me seriously because of my actions or words.
How could I apologies for all those lies
I don't know how to make up for all the lies I have told you.
The world may keeps us far apart but up in heaven, angel
Although we may be separated by distance or other things in this world, to me you are an angel sent from heaven.
You can have my heart
I am willing to give you all the love and affection in my heart.
Diamonds may be your best friend
You may place great value and importance on material things like diamonds.
But like laughter after tears
However, I know from experience that joy and happiness are more valuable and fulfilling than material possessions.
I'll follow you to the end
I will do anything to be with you and support you no matter what happens.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: BRYAN FERRY
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Matt_Dylan
to think this is the first song Bryan Ferry ever wrote still astounds me, and this performance is so bare bones yet still full of the grace and exuberance the band are known for , yet what strikes me most of all is how Pyjamarama sounds as new and exciting in 2022 is did in 1974.
STEPHEN ZANICHKOWSKY
This is fucking massive! Bryan, Phil, Thompson....
STEPHEN ZANICHKOWSKY
I think it's the first he wrote on /for guitar, not the first ever. But it still pisses me off how much talent he has!!
Barrie Jackson
Is this track not on any album release?
Matt_Dylan
@Barrie Jackson It was only released as as 7" single and was a non album track , but it can be found on the compilations 'Roxy Music's Greatest Hits' (1977) as well as 'Bryan Ferry / Roxy Music – Street Life - 20 Great Hits' (1986)
STEPHEN ZANICHKOWSKY
@Barrie Jackson I'm pretty sure it's on "VIVA" a live Roxy album. I have it on vinyl only...
Graham Pearson
I was 16yr Old when I first heard this!! Now 62yrs Old, Still as Fresh as ever!! The Song!! Great Version!!
Charles Moore
I'm 64 and still luv it
Luca Francesco Delucca
Io 58. Per me è lo stesso.
Ed Helvey
I was 18 and now 54 but same story.