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)

awakening
Xymox Lyrics

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YOU FILLED MY HEART WITH LOVE
IT WILL NEVER BREAK APART
MIRACLE IN MY EYES
TIME IS RUNNING WILD
YOU KNOW I HAVE LOST MY WAY
YOU KNOW I HAVE GOT TO SAY
DAYS LIKE BARRICADES HAVE COME TO AN END

A NEW DAY HAS BEGUN
A NEW DAY SHINES LIKE THE SUN

YOU GIVE ME SONGS TO SING
YOU GIVE ME DREAMS TO DREAM
ALL I EVER WANTED I FIND HERE WITH YOU
FORGET THE WORLD IS THE WORLD
FORGET THE WORLD IS IN PAIN
SOMEHOW IT GOT OUT OF HAND
SOMEHOW I DON'T COMPREHEND

A NEW DAY HAS BEGUN
A NEW DAY SHINES LIKE THE SUN

YOUR LIPS ARE SWEET
IT'S ALL I NEED FROM LIFE
LOVE MAKES ANGELS OF US ALL
I THOUGHT I WOULD NEVER MEET A GIRL LIKE YOU
I KNOW I WILL NEVER LET YOU GO
I WILL NEVER LET THIS GO

A NEW DAY HAS BEGUN
A NEW DAY SHINES LIKE THE SUN

Overall Meaning

"Awakening" is a beautiful love song that speaks of finding hope and new beginnings through the love of another person. The lyrics express a deep appreciation for the love that has filled the singer's heart, promising that it will never break apart. The opening line, "You filled my heart with love," sets the tone for the rest of the song, conveying the sense of wonder and joy that comes from discovering true love. The singer speaks of this love as a "miracle in my eyes," something that has the power to transform and heal.

Despite the challenges of life, including a sense of being lost and adrift, the singer finds a grounding force in the love of their partner. The line "days like barricades have come to an end" speaks to the idea of breaking down walls and barriers that have kept the singer from truly living. With the dawn of a new day, the singer sees hope and promise in the future.

The theme of love is woven throughout the song, with the singer acknowledging that their partner is the source of their joy and inspiration. The lines "you give me songs to sing, you give me dreams to dream" speaks to the idea of being lifted up and inspired by love. Even in moments of pain and confusion, the singer knows that they can find comfort in the love of their partner.

Overall, "Awakening" is a testament to the transformative power of love, and the ways in which it can bring hope and light into even the darkest of situations.

Line by Line Meaning

YOU FILLED MY HEART WITH LOVE
You brought immense love into my life.

IT WILL NEVER BREAK APART
This love will never be lost or broken.

MIRACLE IN MY EYES
The presence of this love feels like a miracle to me.

TIME IS RUNNING WILD
Time seems to be moving quickly.

YOU KNOW I HAVE LOST MY WAY
I am lost, and you know it.

YOU KNOW I HAVE GOT TO SAY
There is something I need to tell you.

DAYS LIKE BARRICADES HAVE COME TO AN END
Difficult days are finally over.

A NEW DAY HAS BEGUN
A new day has dawned.

A NEW DAY SHINES LIKE THE SUN
The new day is bright and promising.

YOU GIVE ME SONGS TO SING
You inspire me to sing and create music.

YOU GIVE ME DREAMS TO DREAM
You motivate me to dream and pursue my goals.