At the helm of this band is the force of nature that is alpha frontwoman Zou Mansour. Channeling her inner demons and gutwrenching passion, Mansour’s naked with emotion vocals touch the most passive of listeners to their very core.
In the studio and on stage, each band member leaves his distinctive fingerprint on the music; but whether it’s her honey-whiskey voice enveloping you in a warm embrace or her primal ferocity displayed during a live performance, it’s Mansour’s unyielding intensity and soul-searching lyrics which set SORAIA apart from the wannabes chasing the fame bandwagon.
Smart and funny, confident and brazen, wounded and resolved, tender and tough, leather and lace, one of the boys yet a girl’s girl, everyone wants a piece of ZouZou. Nowhere is the true ZouZou Mansour more visible than on stage during one of SORAIA’s ferociously energetic, intoxicating live shows. Whether in a hot, sweaty rock club or a massive amphitheatre, her charisma and spirit transcends the concert stage and reaches all those who witness SORAIA live.
SORAIA is the real deal, focused on songwriting, sacrifice...sweat. SORAIA is about the music and the sweet release it brings when you give yourself over and lose yourself to it. Mansour’s primal vocals and seductive presence onstage is hypnotic. Together with the band, SORAIA live is a loud, raunchy, dirty eruption of flesh and sound: all the allure and danger rock ‘n’ roll promised to be.
The band has traversed the United States since 2007, playing clubs and festivals, improving their live performances and building their fan base. Making a life in rock ‘n’ roll these days ain’t easy. None of the old rules apply, except one. Success is built the hard way: through work, focus and passion.
SORAIA is the presence of rock ‘n’ roll and the future of rock ‘n’ roll.
UPDATE 2011: Soraia is currently working on their second studio record, including songs co-written with ZouZou and Jon Bon Jovi, Billy Falcon, Obie O'Brien, and Travis Smith.
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Euphoria
Soraia Lyrics
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Don't ya know I can't afford a thing
Maybe slip into some black pearl magic
That bitter taste of heroin
But I came to kick up some dust
Yeah, I came to make Hell nervous
It's high-time I'm rippin' off this rust
Euphoria
Take me up on that mountain
I need to hear your ""Gloria!""
Heaven on Earth and back again
Yeah, yeah
Now you don't need to say a thing
Don't you know I've heard it all before
I'm a singing bird with broken wing
Howlin' from the night's Plutonian Shore
Now, can you hear the black snake moan?
Caught in his snare of reverie
Open your mouth his cover's blown
Now can we shake this beggary?
Can we shake this beggary?
Yeah, can we break this beggary?
Mmhm
Euphoria
Take me up on that mountain
I need to hear your ""Gloria!""
Heaven on Earth and back again
Yeah, Euphoria
Take me to the Highest High
I need to feel your ""Gloria""
Let's do some living before we die
Before we die, yeah
Now can you hear the stalking souls?
Just looking for some flesh to feed
Open your mouth their cover's blown
Maybe, baby, we can plant that seed
Yeah
Euphoria
Take me up on that mountain
I need to hear your ""Gloria!""
Heaven on Earth and back again
Yeah, Euphoria
Take me to the Highest High
I need to feel your ""Gloria""
Let's do some living before we die
Before we die
Euphoria, Euphoria
The lyrics of Soraia's song "Euphoria" delve into themes of rebellion, overcoming struggles, and seeking a euphoric state of being. The song opens with the singer acknowledging the luxury of anger but expressing their inability to afford it. Instead, they seek solace in "black pearl magic," a reference to the allure and danger of drugs like heroin. However, they have a greater purpose in mind. They are determined to kick up some dust and make Hell nervous, implying a defiance against the forces that hold them back. This newfound determination comes from a black angel setting them free.
The chorus, "Euphoria, take me up on that mountain, I need to hear your 'Gloria!' Heaven on Earth and back again," portrays a longing for a state of euphoria. The singer desires to escape their current circumstances and find transcendence in a higher plane. They crave the feeling of "Gloria," a triumphant expression of glory and exaltation. The repetition of the word "yeah" throughout the song adds emphasis and reinforces the singer's determination and urgency.
The second verse continues with the singer's weariness of hearing empty words. They compare themselves to a singing bird with a broken wing, expressing vulnerability and pain. The mention of the night's Plutonian Shore suggests a dark and desolate place. The reference to the "black snake moan" symbolizes the inner struggles they face, entangled in a trap of their own thoughts and desires. They challenge others to break free from their own beggary and shake off the limitations that hold them back.
The pre-chorus and chorus repeat, highlighting the singer's desperate desire for euphoria and the ultimate pursuit of living life to the fullest before death. The song ends with a reference to the stalking souls seeking flesh to feed, symbolizing the dangers and temptations of the world. The singer suggests that planting a seed may offer a way out and a chance at a better life.
Overall, "Euphoria" is a powerful anthem of rebellion, resilience, and the search for a euphoric state of being. It encourages listeners to break free from limitations, embrace their desires, and seek a higher meaning in life.
Line by Line Meaning
Well they say anger's a luxury
According to popular belief, anger is considered a privilege or indulgence
Don't ya know I can't afford a thing
However, I am unable to afford any luxuries or privileges
Maybe slip into some black pearl magic
Perhaps, I can find solace in a mysterious and enchanting escape
That bitter taste of heroin
Referring to the numbing and addictive qualities of heroin
But I came to kick up some dust
Nevertheless, I have arrived to create chaos and stir things up
Yeah, I came to make Hell nervous
My presence is intended to instill fear and unease, even in the depths of Hell
It's high-time I'm rippin' off this rust
It is long overdue for me to shed my inhibitions and break free from constraints
Some black angel just turned me loose, yeah
A mysterious and powerful force has set me free from my restraints
Euphoria
A state of intense happiness or excitement
Take me up on that mountain
I long to experience the pinnacle of joy and bliss
I need to hear your 'Gloria!'
I crave to hear your triumphant proclamation or exaltation
Heaven on Earth and back again
I desire to experience sublime happiness in this world and beyond
Now you don't need to say a thing
There is no need for words or explanations
Don't you know I've heard it all before
I am well acquainted with all the words and promises that have been spoken
I'm a singing bird with broken wing
Like a wounded bird, my voice may be in pain, but it still sings
Howlin' from the night's Plutonian Shore
I am expressing my anguish and sorrow from the darkest depths of despair
Now, can you hear the black snake moan?
Can you perceive the cries of anguish and torment?
Caught in his snare of reverie
Trapped within a web of delusions and fantasies
Open your mouth his cover's blown
Expose the deceit and falsehoods, reveal the true nature of the situation
Now can we shake this beggary?
Can we break free from this state of destitution and poverty?
Can we shake this beggary?
Can we overcome this state of deprivation and need?
Yeah, can we break this beggary?
Yes, can we escape from this state of lack and desperation?
Euphoria
A state of intense happiness or excitement
Take me up on that mountain
I long to experience the pinnacle of joy and bliss
I need to hear your 'Gloria!'
I crave to hear your triumphant proclamation or exaltation
Heaven on Earth and back again
I desire to experience sublime happiness in this world and beyond
Yeah, Euphoria
Yes, a state of intense happiness or excitement
Take me to the Highest High
Transport me to the absolute peak of joy and elation
I need to feel your 'Gloria'
I yearn to experience the overwhelming sensation of your triumphant proclamation
Let's do some living before we die
Let us engage in and fully embrace life's experiences before the inevitability of death
Before we die, yeah
Prior to our ultimate demise
Now can you hear the stalking souls?
Are you able to hear the restless and haunting spirits?
Just looking for some flesh to feed
Seeking physical vessels to satisfy their hunger or desires
Open your mouth their cover's blown
Expose their secrets and hidden agendas by speaking out
Maybe, baby, we can plant that seed
Perhaps, together, we can initiate something new and meaningful
Euphoria
A state of intense happiness or excitement
Take me up on that mountain
I long to experience the pinnacle of joy and bliss
I need to hear your 'Gloria!'
I crave to hear your triumphant proclamation or exaltation
Heaven on Earth and back again
I desire to experience sublime happiness in this world and beyond
Yeah, Euphoria
Yes, a state of intense happiness or excitement
Take me to the Highest High
Transport me to the absolute peak of joy and elation
I need to feel your 'Gloria'
I yearn to experience the overwhelming sensation of your triumphant proclamation
Let's do some living before we die
Let us engage in and fully embrace life's experiences before the inevitability of death
Before we die
Prior to our ultimate demise
Euphoria, Euphoria
A state of intense happiness or excitement, repeated for emphasis
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Royalty Network, O/B/O DistroKid
Written by: TREY EDWIN BRUCE, ALINA SMITH
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