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.
New New York
The Cranberries Lyrics
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New, New New, Ah, ah-ah ah
New New York Skyline
Wounds they heal in time
Don´t crawl and don´t despair
It´s a new New York Today
I look across these city streets
Nothing to say
There´s nothing to say
I look across this empty room
My heart is still in bloom
There´s nothing to say
I only can pray
New, New New, Ah, ah-ah ah
New, New New, Ah, ah-ah ah
New New York Skyline
Wounds they heal in time
Don´t crawl and don´t despair
It´s a new New York Today
I look across these city streets
My heart is cold it beats
30th of may
Ground zero today
New, New New, Ah, ah-ah ah
New, New New, Ah, ah-ah ah
I get down on my knees and pray
For the heroes of the day
And no comfort I can find
For the loved ones left behind
They won´t tear us apart
No way
New day
New day
The Cranberries' song "New New York" is a tribute to the city of New York after the tragic events of September 11, 2001. The song speaks of a "new" New York, one that is healing from the wounds of the past and moving forward towards a brighter future. The repetition of the words "New, New, New" suggests a sense of renewal and a fresh start.
The lyrics of the song describe the emptiness and heartache felt after the attacks, as well as the hope and resilience of the people of New York. The line "my heart is numb, it still beats" shows that even though the singer is feeling a sense of emotional detachment, they are still alive and moving forward. The lyrics also suggest that prayer is a source of comfort and hope in difficult times.
The chorus of the song, "New New York Skyline, wounds they heal in time, don't crawl and don't despair, it's a new New York today" reinforces the idea of healing and moving forward. The imagery of the skyline suggests that the physical wounds of the city will heal, but also that the people of New York will rise up as well.
Overall, "New New York" is a powerful and moving tribute to the strength and resilience of the people of New York, and a reminder that even in the darkest of times, hope and renewal are possible.
Line by Line Meaning
New, New New, Ah, ah-ah ah
A repetitive chant of the phrase 'New, New, New' with a melodic 'Ah, ah-ah ah'
New New York Skyline
The iconic city view of New York, which includes skyscrapers and glass towers
Wounds they heal in time
Although time can't cure everything, it can help to ease the pain and lessen the impact of traumatic experiences
Don´t crawl and don´t despair
The suggestion to not give up and to persevere even when it seems impossible
It´s a new New York Today
A fresh start for the city, with the promise of rebuilding and healing
I look across these city streets
The singer is observing the surrounding environment
My heart is numb, it still beats
Emotional detachment but still feeling the physical sensations of the heart beating
Nothing to say
The lack of words to express the depth of emotion being felt
I look across this empty room
The artist is in a space with no one else around
My heart is still in bloom
Despite the emptiness of the room, the artist's heart is full and hopeful
I only can pray
The act of relying on spiritual guidance during difficult times
My heart is cold it beats
A numbness that still allows the artist to feel the rhythm of their heart
30th of may
A specific day that holds significance for the singer
Ground zero today
Referring to the location where the World Trade Center towers fell during the 9/11 attacks
I get down on my knees and pray
A further expression of relying on a higher power for strength
For the heroes of the day
Praising the bravery and selflessness of those who responded during the 9/11 attacks
And no comfort I can find
Despite efforts to understand and cope with the trauma, the artist still feels unrest
For the loved ones left behind
A reminder of the families and friends of the victims who are left to mourn
They won´t tear us apart
A statement of resilience and unity in the face of tragedy
No way
A definitive rejection of the idea of being defeated
New day
The hope and promise of starting fresh, leaving behind the pain of the past
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Dolores Mary O'Riordan, Noel Anthony Hogan
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