Combining the melodic jangle of post-The Smiths indie pop with the lilting, trance-inducing sonic textures of late-80s dream pop and adding a slight Celtic tint, The Cranberries became one of the more successful groups to emerge from the indie scene of the early 90s. Led by vocalist Dolores O'Riordan, whose keening, powerful voice was the most distinctive element of the group's sound, the group initially made little impact in the United Kingdom.
It wasn't until the lush ballad "Linger" became an American hit in 1993 that the band also achieved mass success in the U.K. Following the success of "Linger", The Cranberries quickly became international stars, as both their 1993 debut album, Everybody Else Is Doing It, So Why Can't We?, and its 1994 follow-up, No Need to Argue, sold millions of copies and produced a string of hit singles like "Dreams", "Zombie" and "Ode to My Family".
By the time of their third album, 1996's To the Faithful Departed, the group had added distorted guitars to its sonic palette and attempted to make more socially significant music, which resulted in a downturn in the band's commercial fortunes.
During the next few years, the band cancelled a large tour and rumours of a breakup were widespread. In 1999, they released Bury the Hatchet to mixed reviews. In 2001, the band issued Wake Up and Smell the Coffee to rave reviews. The album debuted at number 46 in the US charts.
In 2002, The Cranberries released the compilation Stars: The Best of 1992-2002, which was supported by the single "Stars".
In 2003, The Cranberries announced they were taking some time to pursue individual careers. They decided to put the next album on hold. After more than a dozen years of relentless touring and promotion, which had seen them clocking up album sales in excess of 43 million and playing to hundreds of thousands of fans around the globe, the band decided it was time for a break.
In 2007, Dolores O'Riordan released her debut solo album titled Are You Listening?. Two years later she released her second solo album, No Baggage.
On 25 August 2009, Dolores O'Riordan announced that The Cranberries will be reuniting for a North American tour to begin in mid-November 2009, to be followed by dates in Europe in early 2010. O'Riordan indicated that the band will be playing songs from her solo albums and a lot of The Cranberries classic hits as well as some new music written by the group together.
The Cranberries recorded Roses at the Metalworks Studios in Toronto (Canada) from 18 April to 15 May 2011 with producer Stephen Street, who previously collaborated with the band on first, second and fifth albums. The Cranberries worked on 15 tracks during the Roses session, although not all will be included on the album. The album is scheduled for release on 14 February, 2012.
On 26 May 2016, the Cranberries announced that they would start their next tour in Europe. The first show was held on June 3.
A new "unplugged" Cranberries album titled Something Else, featuring the band's hits along with three new songs, was released on 28 April 2017 through BMG. The album received mostly positive reviews.
On 15 January 2018, lead singer Dolores O'Riordan was found dead of drowning in a London hotel room. The Cranberries confirmed in September 2018 that they would not continue as a band, releasing their final album In the End in April 2019 and disbanding afterward.Noel Hogan stated: "the Cranberries was the four of us. We don’t want to do this without Dolores. So we’re going to leave it after this."
The Cranberries' final album In the End has been nominated for Best Rock Album at the 62nd Annual Grammy Awards. The awards take place at the Staples Center in Los Angeles on January 26, 2020.
Official site: http://www.cranberries.com.
Capetown
The Cranberries Lyrics
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Your skin is white, your eyes are blue this is the day
But the wind might change I will still remain
I will always be there for you
Those thoughts they circle in my mind, this is the day
The demons I can't leave behind this is the day
Don't be insecure I'll be at your door
I will always be there for you
Faith will save you, faith will save you
Faith will save you, stay safe
Par forth thy grace into my mind, this is the day
Par forth thy grace, thou art devine, this is the day
Don't be insecure I'll be at your door
I will always be there for you
Faith will save you, faith will save you
Faith will save you, stay safe
But the wind might change I will still remain
I will still be here
But the wind might change I will still remain
I will always be there for you
Faith will save you, faith will save you
Faith will save you, stay safe
The Cranberries' song "Cape Town" is a poignant and introspective exploration of the loyalty and devotion that comes with friendship. The song begins by highlighting the singer's admiration for their friend, expressing that they've never had a friend quite like them before. The friend is described as having white skin and blue eyes, suggesting that they come from a Western country or culture. However, the singer acknowledges that while they appreciate their friend's presence in their life, they are also aware that things could change, as the wind could shift at any moment.
The lyrics then take a turn towards the singer's own internal struggles, as they talk about the "demons" they can't leave behind. These thoughts "circle in [their] mind" as they try to find peace and solace in their friendship. The singer reassures their friend that they will always be there for them, and that they needn't ever feel insecure or alone. They appeal to a higher power, asking for grace to be given to their mind, and acknowledging the divine nature of their friend.
Ultimately, the lyrics reinforce the idea that no matter what changes may come, the bond of friendship will remain steadfast. By invoking the power of faith, the singer reiterates their commitment to their friend, underscoring the importance of loyalty, trust, and support in any relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
never had a friend like you this is the day
I have never had a friend quite like you before, and today is a special day to acknowledge that.
Your skin is white, your eyes are blue this is the day
I notice the unique qualities in you, like your fair skin and blue eyes, and today is a day to celebrate them.
But the wind might change I will still remain
Even if circumstances around us change, I will still be a consistent and dependable presence in your life.
Those thoughts they circle in my mind, this is the day
I have recurring thoughts in my mind, and today is a day to confront them and move forward.
The demons I can't leave behind this is the day
I have personal struggles that I can't seem to shake off, and today is a day to face them head-on and overcome them.
Don't be insecure I'll be at your door
If you ever feel insecure or need support, I will always be there for you, no matter what.
Faith will save you, faith will save you
Believing in something greater than ourselves can provide comfort and a sense of security in uncertain times.
Par forth thy grace into my mind, this is the day
May the grace of a higher power enter my mind and provide clarity and guidance on this day.
Par forth thy grace, thou art devine, this is the day
May divine grace shine upon me and bless me on this day.
But the wind might change I will still remain
Even when life gets tough, I will still be by your side and provide unwavering support.
I will still be here
No matter what happens, I will still be present and committed to our friendship.
Faith will save you, faith will save you
Believing in something greater than ourselves can provide hope and resilience in difficult times.
Faith will save you, stay safe
Having faith can provide a sense of security and protection, so stay safe and take care of yourself.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, TUNECORE INC
Written by: H JONES
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