1) A Mexican rock band, that's not not afraid of experimenting, with a modern sound, an eclectic style, some British influences & overall, their music's sophisticated without loss of rock energy. Their lyrics cover many subjects / feelings, with the same level of sophistication that their music shows, plus honesty. They usually write songs in Spanish, sometimes in English or a combination of both languages.
They began as a band in 1994; as time went by, the band changed members several times until the definite lineup stuck in 1997 with León Larregui (vocals and guitar), Sergio Acosta (guitar), Beto Cabrera (drums), Ángel Mosqueda (bass) and Chucho Báez (keyboards). Then the band made a demo and many gigs on their own with the little resources that they had; with all that, Zoé began to call the attention of the hispanic radio stations in the U.S. Later in 1998, Zoé signed a record deal with Sony Music Mexico and began making their first record in 2000; this album, self titled, came out and quickly became a favorite of the audience in Mexico; after that, the band performed songs in soundracks of movies such as 'Amar Te Duele', 'Ladies Night' and 'The Dreamer'.
Fast forward to 2003. Zoé, along with producer Phil Vinall (Placebo, Elastica, Pulp), recorded their second album called 'Rocanlover', which became more successful than the first one thanks to hit songs like 'Peace & Love' and 'Veneno', which aired in several TV countdowns.
In 2005, after three years of working together, Zoé left Sony Music because of the lack of real interest that this record label had in them and signed a new deal with Noiselab; with a newfound belief in record labels, Zoé made an EP called 'The Room', which debuted at the top of the rankings in Mexico. This EP includes, among others, the song 'Dead' (first single); also,are including "She Comes" and "Morning Watts" as new songs and also some remixes of "Dead" by great electronic artists from Mexico such as Sonido Lasser Drakkar or Los Dynamite, plus a couple of videos.
On July 12th, 2006; Zoé (now wih Rodrigo Guardiola in the drums) presented their more recent production, "Memo Rex Commander y el Corazón atómico de la Vía Láctea", a sophisticate, layered production, which tops several magazines' rankings. Both Zoé and producer Phil Vinall worked very hard in Tornillo, Texas, a remote town in the desert, to get "Memo Rex" finished.
In fall 2006, Zoé headlined the Rockampeonato Tour, along with other Noiselab signees like Los Dynamite and Los Odio!, which held shows at cities like Mérida, Guadalajara and many others. This is the biggest tour Zoé has been a part of since they were formed.
In 2007 Zoé recorded "281107", a live album that celebrates their first 10 years as a band, it was recorded on the Palacio de los Deportes in Mexico City, this recording went platinum pretty quickly which is something unusual for live recordings in Mexico. On November 11th 2008 "Repileptric" Zoé's seventh studio album was released.
2) An alias of Zoë Pollock (b. in Peckham, London, UK - aka Zoë, Zoe, Hepzibah Broom & Pollack), is a pop / rock / folk singer who began her career in the mid-80s, dated Martin Glover (aka Youth, who produced her early work), released three solo albums (two as Zoë, another as Hepzibah Broom) & several singles. She is now a member of Mama.
Her 1991 début, Scarlet Red And Blue (originally, released as Zoë's Scarlet Red And Blue), contained Sunshine On A Rainy Day & "Lightning" (aka Sunshine On A Rainy Day & Lightning, with 'Zoe' spelling), which have been her biggest hits, to date (peaking at #4 & #37, respectively - on the UK chart).
In 1996, Zoë re-emerged - still with M & G Records & bringing a revamped image / style / sound - releasing an americana-styled rock album, Hammer.
Re-emerging again, around 2008, she has released Hepzibah Broom (as Hephzibah Broom) & formed female folk duo 'Mama' (with singer Sarah McQuaid - their début release is Crow Coyote Buffalo).
3) A French-speaking variétés françaises singer, whose tune "Je Porte Un Toast" sounds like a cross between Françoise Hardy & Lamb.
Human Space Volt
Zoé Lyrics
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I just wanna make it home tonight
No one can see her and no one can find her
She rides a paper plane
The television is their drug
They gave their eyes to the reich
No one can see her and no one could find her
An electronic nebula somewhere in the quantum land
Human space volt, holy water
Need some microwaves for redemption
Human space volt, holy water
Need some microwaves for redemption
No one can see her and no one could find her
She was a junkie, an alpha monkey
An electronic nebula somewhere in the quantum land
Human space volt, holy water
Need some microwaves for redemption
Human space volt, holy water
Need some microwaves for redemption
Human space volt, holy water
Need some microwaves for redemption
The song 'Human Space Volt' by Zoé is a reflection on modern society and its dependence on technology. The opening lines, "I don't wanna live underground, I just wanna make it home tonight," suggest the desire to break free from the monotonous and subterranean lifestyle that technology and digital screens have induced. The following lines, "No one can see her and no one can find her, She rides a paper plane," imply the paradoxical nature of living in hyper-connected times where solitude is replaced by virtual connections and digital avatars.
The song highlights people's addiction to screens and the resulting detachment from reality. The line, "The television is their drug, They gave their eyes to the reich," further underlines the lyrics' emphasis on technology's invasive nature, and the loss of individual identity to propaganda and control.
The chorus, "Human space volt, holy water, Need some microwaves for redemption," is a symbolic representation of the desperation for a sense of purpose and redemption; however, the only relief available is the same medium that needs to be shunned.
Overall, 'Human Space Volt' is a poignant comment on how technology has permeated every aspect of modern life and the need for a conscious choice to break free from the grip it has on us.
Line by Line Meaning
I don't wanna live underground
The singer wants to live above the surface and not be in hiding or isolation.
I just wanna make it home tonight
The singer wishes to return safely to their home.
No one can see her and no one can find her
The person being referred to is hidden or obscured in some way, making it impossible to locate them.
She rides a paper plane
The person being referred to might be imaginative and not limited by reality. They take unconventional paths or do things differently.
The television is their drug
People are addicted to television and it has taken over their lives.
They gave their eyes to the reich
The people have given their power to a totalitarian society or government that controls their lives.
She was a junkie, an alpha monkey
The person referred to was addicted to something, and may have also been dominant or in charge in some way.
An electronic nebula somewhere in the quantum land
The person being referred to is complex, and perhaps exists in a world or realm that is not easily understood or accessed by others.
Human space volt, holy water
The need for salvation and renewal, represented metaphorically through religious imagery and science fiction concepts.
Need some microwaves for redemption
Microwaves may represent energy or radiation, suggesting that redemption requires a powerful force or effort.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ANGEL ANTO MOSQUEDA DOMINGUEZ, JESUS BAEZ CABALLERO, LEON RUBEN LARREGUI MARIN, SERGIO EDUARDO ACOSTA RUSSEK
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