Clan of Xymox (also known as Xymox) blend an eclectic and vibrant mix of da… Read Full Bio ↴Clan of Xymox (also known as Xymox) blend an eclectic and vibrant mix of darkwave, electronic pop, gothic rock, and acoustic folk. From the Netherlands, Xymox was established in Nijmegen, the Netherlands by frontman Ronny Moorings and then live-in Anke Wolbert in 1983. Their first EP, Subsequent Pleasures added Pieter Nooten afterwards on keyboards and left a mark on an emerging Euro-wave market.

A chance meeting with Brendan Perry and Lisa Gerrard of Dead Can Dance led to an invitation to support that band on a UK tour, and then a recording contract with their record label, 4AD.

Their first two full length albums, self-titled Clan of Xymox and Medusa, comfortably settled Xymox into their own niche of blooming melodics and smooth grey lyrical originality, with Ronnie's songwriting coming as a fresh and very welcome abstract to the plastic and packaged synthpop of the late 80s. In 1989, Ronnie saw a chance to evolve and left 4AD, releasing Twist of Shadows which proved to be their most complete and mature offering thusfar, and was their most successful yet.

With the next two albums, Phoenix and Metamorphosis, fans were left with something of an out of body experience - as Xymox was sounding nothing like themselves. Metamorphosis was truly that however, its failure created a catalyst for Moorings to jump to yet another label, part ways with his bandmates, and pickup Mojca Zugna on bass. Zok records re-released Metamorphosis and a new EP - Headclouds. Moorings took a four year break to introspect and write, and gave fans the wondrous gift that is Hidden Faces, admittedly the logical followup to Medusa.

The new millenium ushered in success for Creatures, Notes From the Underground, Farewell, Breaking Point, The Best Of Clan Of Xymox and the latest DVD release Visible (2008) which serve to define what Clan of Xymox has become now - a velvet lined room smelling of roses and clove, the distant chime of crystal engaging crystal, and the slow lilting line of smoke forming nameless shapes as it draws you ever in.

Current Live Lineup:
Ronny Moorings - words, guitar, piano, voice
Mojca Zugna - bass, voice

Yvonne de Ray - keyboards
Mario Usai - guitar

Discography (as Clan Of Xymox):
1985 - Clan Of Xymox
1986 - Medusa
1997 - Hidden Faces
1999 - Creatures
2000 - Live
2001 - Subsequent Pleasures (reissue only CD)
2001 - Notes From The Underground
2001 - John Peel Sessions
2002 - Remixes From The Underground
2003 - Farewell
2004 - The Best Of Clan Of Xymox
2006 - Breaking Point
2008 - Visible DVD
2009 - In Love We Trust
2011 - Darkest Hour
2012 - Live at the Castle Party (Audio CD& DVD) Special Issue
2012 - Kindred Spirits (cover versions)
2014 - Matters Of Mind, Body And Soul
2017 - Days of Black
2020 - Spider on the Wall

As Xymox:
1983 - Subsequent Pleasures (Vinyl, 12" Limited to 500 copies)
1989 - Twist Of Shadows
1991 - Phoenix
1992 - Metamorphosis
1993 - Headclouds
1994 - Remix (bootleg)

Evelyn
Xymox Lyrics

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WE WALKED TILL THE SUNLIGHT DIED
HOW COULD I BREATHE WITHOUT YOUR LOVE
LIKE OTHERS WE ALL FIGHT
AGAINST THE CRUEL CRUEL TIME

A HUNDRED TIMES A YEAR
THE WIND BLOWS
A HUNDRED TIMES A YEAR

THE WIND BLOWS THROUGH MY SKIN
THROUGH MY SKIN

ALL THE CHOICES AND MANY VOICES
KEEP ON TELLING ME
IT'S YOU, EVELYN
IT'S YOU, EVELYN

WE TALKED ABOUT WRONG OR RIGHT
I COULDN'T AGREE I HAD TO SHOUT
SOMETIMES WE ALL MUST FIGHT
AGAINST THE CRUEL HEART OF DOUBT

A HUNDRED TIMES A YEAR
WE FIND OUT
A HUNDRED TIMES A YEAR
WE FIND OUT
BY EXPERIENCE

ALL THE CHOICES AND MANY VOICES
KEEP ON TELLING ME
IT'S YOU, EVELYN
IT'S YOU, EVELYN

YOU KEEP THE RAIN FROM FALLING
YOU KEEP THE RAIN FROM FALLING
DOWN ON ME
EVELYN
EVERYTHING WILL DIE FOR YOU
EVERYONE WILL CRY FOR YOU
EVELYN, EVELYN, EVELYN
YOU KEEP THE RAIN FROM FALLING

DOWN ON ME
EVELYN

Overall Meaning

The song "Evelyn" by Xymox is a melancholic and contemplative reflection on a romantic relationship. The first verse paints a picture of a moment shared between two people, walking until sunrise, but also highlights how dependent the singer is upon their partner's love. The second verse references a disagreement they had and the struggle to find the right path, but ultimately realizing that they chose each other despite any doubts or obstacles.

The chorus repeats the affirmation of the singer's love for Evelyn despite any external influences or doubts, with the comforting idea that she keeps the rain from falling down on them. The song ends with a declaration that everything and everyone will eventually be sacrificed for Evelyn. Overall, the song explores the complexities of relationships, how they can be simultaneously reassuring and uncertain, and the importance of perseverance and faith in love.

Line by Line Meaning

WE WALKED TILL THE SUNLIGHT DIED
We spent a lot of time together until it got dark outside

HOW COULD I BREATHE WITHOUT YOUR LOVE
I feel like I couldn't live without your love

LIKE OTHERS WE ALL FIGHT
Everyone has their own struggles to overcome

AGAINST THE CRUEL CRUEL TIME
The passage of time can be difficult to endure

A HUNDRED TIMES A YEAR
Many times throughout the year

THE WIND BLOWS
The wind blows

THROUGH MY SKIN
I can feel it on my skin

ALL THE CHOICES AND MANY VOICES
There are many options and opinions to consider

KEEP ON TELLING ME
These things continue to influence me

IT'S YOU, EVELYN
I believe you are the one for me, Evelyn

WE TALKED ABOUT WRONG OR RIGHT
We had a discussion about what is moral and what isn't