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.
The Room
Zoé Lyrics
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There's no easy way out
We can sail on the rain on my yellow umbrella
Stay back
And hold your breath away, all the clouds are in bed
We can feed my guitars anytime in the morning
In the morning in the rainbow
Uh
Hello and welcome to my room, there's no easy way out
Would you show me the way into the master antenna?
In the mountains, in the rainbow
You are one of a kind
You are one of a kind
You are the one of mine
The only the one in my life
You are the one of a kind
You are the one of a kind the only one I want
Everyday of my life
Breathe out and take your helmet off
There's no war in my room
We can lay on the grass have a laugh every morning
In the morning, in the rainbow
You are the one of a kind
You are the one of a kind
You are one of mine
The only one in my life
You are the one of a kind
You are the one of a kind
You are the one I want
Everyday of my life
The lyrics to Zoé's song The Room describe a safe space, a room where there is no war, where one can breathe out, lay on the grass, have a laugh, and play guitars anytime in the morning. It's a place where the rain is sailed on with a yellow umbrella and where clouds are in bed. The second stanza asks for guidance into the "master antenna" found in the mountains and in the rainbow.
The chorus is an affirmation of the uniqueness of the person addressed by the song. "You are one of a kind" and "you are the one of mine," the only one in their life, underscore the importance of their bond.
The song speaks to the universal human longing for a safe and enjoyable space or relationship. We all want a place where we can relax, have fun, and be ourselves, and we all want someone who recognizes our value and individuality.
Line by Line Meaning
Hello and welcome to my room
Zoé welcomes someone into her personal space
There's no easy way out
Zoé wants to establish that her room is a safe space, but also acknowledges that there may be difficult conversations or situations that occur within it
We can sail on the rain on my yellow umbrella
Zoé is inviting the person to experience childlike, carefree moments with her
Stay back
Zoé is asking the person to take a step back and just observe for a moment
And hold your breath away, all the clouds are in bed
Zoé wants the person to take in the peacefulness of her room, as if the clouds themselves are asleep
We can feed my guitars anytime in the morning
Zoé enjoys playing music and is offering to share that with the person
In the morning in the rainbow
Zoé's room is a place of happiness and positivity
Would you show me the way into the master antenna?
Zoé is asking the person to help her connect on a deeper level, emotionally or intellectually
You are one of a kind
Zoé is expressing admiration for the uniqueness of the person she is speaking to
You are the one of mine
Zoé values this person above all others
The only the one in my life
Zoé's affection for this person is deep and significant
Everyday of my life
Zoé wants this person to be a continual presence in her life
Breathe out and take your helmet off
Zoé wants the person to let their guard down and relax in her presence
There's no war in my room
Zoé's room is a peaceful space without fights or conflict
We can lay on the grass have a laugh every morning
Zoé wants to create joyful and carefree moments with the person
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, 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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