The group scored British and American hits in 1964 with "She's Not There". In the US, two further singles—"Tell Her No" in 1965 and "Time of the Season" in 1968—were also successful. Their 1968 album Odessey and Oracle is ranked number 100 on Rolling Stone's list of the 500 Greatest Albums of All Time. The Zombies were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2019.
The Zombies signed to Decca and recorded their first hit, "She's Not There" after winning a beat-group competition sponsored by the London Evening News. "She's Not There" was released in mid-1964 and peaked at number twelve in the U.K., where it would be their only top-forty hit. It was first aired in the United States in early August 1964, on New York City rock station WINS by Stan Z. Burns, who debuted the song on his daily noontime "Hot Spot" segment during which new songs were played. The tune began to catch on in early Autumn and eventually climbed to number two.
In early 1965, "Tell Her No" became another big seller in the United States but had failed to make the Top 40 in the band's native U.K Subsequent recordings such as "I Love You" (which became a hit for People! in 1968), "Indication", "Whenever You're Ready", and "Is This the Dream" failed to achieve the success of the previous two singles.
Their first LP, Begin Here (1965), was a collection of early singles, half a dozen original songs combined with several R&B covers. The Zombies signed to CBS Records for one final LP in 1967. The resulting album, Odessey and Oracle, was one of the very first to utilise a Mellotron keyboard, as the band's budget did not allow for the hiring of session musicians. The band discovered too late that "odyssey" had been misspelled by the cover designers and were reportedly deeply embarrassed.
By the time Odessey and Oracle was released in April 1968, the band had broken up. The album sold little, and was only released in the U.S. because musician Al Kooper vouched for it. It has since gone on to be recognized as one of the greatest albums of all time, with Rolling Stone ranking it eightieth on its 500 Greatest Albums list. An album track called "Time of the Season" was released as a single. and eventually (1969) it became a huge nationwide hit (Billboard number three) after a radio DJ discovered it and put it on heavy rotation.
After The Zombies disbanded, Rod Argent formed a band called Argent; Colin Blunstone started a solo career. In1991 Blunstone, Grundy, and White briefly reunited as The Zombies with guitarist Sebastian Santa Maria, and recorded the album New World.
Iconic British psychedelic pop legends The Zombies have returned to celebrate the release of their latest Billboard-charting album, Still Got That Hunger, lead by founding and current members, vocalist Colin Blunstone and keyboardist Rod Argent, alongside bassist Jim Rodford (formerly of ARGENT and The Kinks), Rodford’s son Steve Rodford on drums, and renowned session guitarist Tom Toomey.
The band’s live performances, described by Rolling Stone as “absolutely triumphant”, take fans on a journey through time, from their early hits…their 1968 masterpiece Odessey & Oracle…post-Zombies solo favorites…right to today with Still Got That Hunger.
The second U.K. band following the Beatles to score a #1 hit in America, The Zombies infiltrated the airwaves with the sophisticated melodies, breathy vocals, choral back-up harmonies and jazzy keyboard riffs of their 1960’s hit singles “She’s Not There” and “Tell Her No.” Ironically, the group broke-up just prior to achieving their greatest success – the worldwide chart-topping single “Time of the Season,” from their swan-song album Odessey & Oracle, ranked #100 in Rolling Stone’s ‘500 Greatest Albums of All Time.’ To this day, generations of new bands have cited The Zombies’ work as pop touchstones, and the band continues to be embraced by new generations of fans.
Following the break-up of the original band, lead vocalist Colin Blunstone went on to develop an acclaimed solo career (with hits including "Say You Don't Mind," "What Becomes of the Brokenhearted", and “Old & Wise” with Alan Parsons Project) and keyboardist/songwriter Rod Argent rocked ‘70’s arenas with his eponymous band ARGENT (“Hold Your Head Up,” “God Gave Rock ‘n’ Roll To You”), but the legend of The Zombies continued to take on a life of its own. By the start of the new Millennium, Blunstone and Argent were inspired to resurrect The Zombies.
The explosive release of Still Got That Hunger proved that Zombies fever is stronger than ever, with premieres at Rolling Stone, Mojo, The Wall Street Journal, The Guardian Speakeasy, and Spin, alongside special broadcast performances, including Later…With Jools Holland, The Late Show With Stephen Colbert and AOL Sessions. Moreover, it marked a historical moment on the Billboard charts, as The Zombies’ critically acclaimed album Odessey And Oracle re-entered the Billboard 100 forty-eight years later at the same time as Still Got That Hunger!
The Zombies look forward to an even busier 2017, with a major world tour, table-top book release and other exciting projects to commemorate the 50th Anniversary of the recording of Odessey And Oracle.
Roadrunner
The Zombies Lyrics
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'Cause the road runner honey
Baby that's all I am to you
Yeah the road runner honey
Now I know that, that's true
Move over baby, I'm going to drive
Oh, oh
'Cause the road runner honey
Baby that's all I am to you
Yeah the road runner honey
Now I can see that it's true
No
Move over baby, I'm going to drive
No
'Cause the road runner honey
Baby that's all I am to you
Yeah the road runner honey
Now I can see that, that's true
Move over baby, I'm going to drive
The Zombies' song "Road Runner" is a catchy and upbeat tune that tells the story of a man who is compared to a roadrunner. The lyrics suggest that he is always on the move, just like the bird. In the first verse, the singer declares that he is a road runner, and that is all he is to his love interest. He implies that he is not seen as someone special, but only as a companion for her ride.
In the chorus, the singer repeats that he is a road runner to his love interest, insisting that he knows this to be true. He then tells her to move over so he can drive, indicating his desire to take control of their relationship. The lyrics overall suggest a desire to escape and a need for independence, which is reflected in the metaphor of the road runner.
Overall, "Road Runner" is a song that speaks to the restless spirit of youth, and the need to break free from expectations and limitations. The lyrics are full of energy and enthusiasm, and the melody is catchy enough to get anyone tapping their toes.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm a road runner honey
I am a fast and free-spirited person who loves to travel and move around constantly.
'Cause the road runner honey
The reason for my fast-paced and adventurous lifestyle is because I feel free like a road runner.
Baby that's all I am to you
To my lover, all I am is just a wild and free road runner with no deeper connection or commitment.
Yeah the road runner honey
Indeed, I am like a road runner- fast, unbound and full of energy.
Now I know that, that's true
I have come to terms with the fact that my significant other only sees me as a carefree road runner with no emotional depth.
Move over baby, I'm going to drive
I am ready to take the driver's seat in my life, be in control and continue exploring the world on my own terms.
No
'Cause the road runner honey
Again, the reason for my independent lifestyle is because being like a road runner makes me feel free and alive.
Now I can see that it's true
I have accepted and come to terms with the fact that my lover sees me only as a road runner and nothing more.
Move over baby, I'm going to drive
Once again, I am asserting my independence and readiness to take charge of my life and explore the world on my terms.
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Written by: ELLAS MCDANIEL
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MeloLand
Great song!
john hoskins
Always
christopher carrier
best version
Primera Calle de la Soledad
I’m a road runner honey
Cause the road runner honey
Baby that’s all I am to you
Yeah the road runner honey
Now I know that, that’s true
Move over baby, I’m going to drive
Oh, oh
Cause the road runner honey
Baby that’s all I am to you
Yeah the road runner honey
Now I can see that it’s true
No
Move over baby, I’m going to drive
No
Cause the road runner honey
Baby that’s all I am to you
Yeah the road runner honey
Now I can see that, that’s true
Move over baby, I’m going to drive
john hoskins
Love you, 🤑☎️
None Of you
Ngl my motorcycle been so fast after listened to this
christopher carrier
some hep cats for sure.
Mellow Elephant
christopher carrier The acant-guard beegers fo sho my nizzle