The group was founded in 1979 by Bernardo Bonezzi (Madrid, 1964-2012 ), who even before the age of fourteen had led a band called Morbus Acre and formed part of the seminal group of the Madrid scene Kaka de Luxe. The Zombies pooled influences of glam rock (Lou Reed, David Bowie, Brian Eno ) and new wave (Talking Heads, B- 52's ). They signed to RCA , who released the group's first single, the catchy "Groenland", a song that still remains among the best-known Spanish pop songs of the 80, and is present in numerous compilations of music from the decade.
Encouraged by the success of the single, they recorded their first album, 'Extraรฑos juegos', one of the most successful pop albums of the 80s. However, following the release of the second LP, 'La muralla china', Bonezzi decided to leave the group in 1982 to pursue other projects.
Brief Candles
Zombies Lyrics
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Tight around her glass
She only needs to be alone
She knows this mood will pass
To realize that she was strong
And he too weak to stay
And to realize that she is better off this way
Bright and tiny gems of memory
Brief candles burn so fine
Leaves a light inside where she can see
What makes it all worthwhile
Her sadness makes her smile
His alone girl fades away
Left out on a limb
Finds he needs her more because
She's no more need for him
He understood so very well
The things she had to say
Soon he'll understand that he is better off this way
Brief candles in his mind
Bright and tiny gems of memory
Brief candles burn so fine
Leaves a light inside where he can see
What makes it all worthwhile
His sadness makes him smile
In the corner see his face
The man just sips his drink
Not one feeling does he show
Far too numb to think
He does not say a single word
No word of love to say
Maybe he will soon believe he's better off this way
Brief candles in his mind
Bright and tiny gems of memory
Brief candles burn so fine
Leaves a light inside where he can see
What makes it all worthwhile
His sadness makes him smile
The song โBrief Candlesโ by the Zombies is a contemplative look at the aftermath of a breakup. The lyrics are focused on three different characters and their separate but intertwined experiences of dealing with loss. The first character is a woman who is sitting alone, holding a glass and reflecting on her broken relationship. She understands that sometimes moods like this come and go, and eventually, she'll realize that she's better off without him. The second character is a man who has been left out to dry by his partner, and he's only realizing now that he needs her more than she needs him. He understands the problems she was facing when she left, but he'll eventually come to the same conclusion as the woman. Finally, the third character is a man who's disconnected from his emotions and is far too numb to think. He has no words of love to say, but his sadness makes him smile. He'll probably realize eventually that he's better off without her.
The brief candles referred to in the song are the memories of the relationship. They burn so fine in their minds, but they leave a light inside where they can see what makes it all worthwhile. The sadness they feel when thinking about these memories might make them smile, but it also reminds them of what they've lost. The chorus repeats this sentiment, emphasizing that the memory of the relationship might be brief, but it leaves a lasting impact.
Overall, the song is a poignant meditation on the aftermath of a breakup, emphasizing the universal emotions felt by all involved parties. It's a somber but ultimately hopeful song, emphasizing that the pain they feel now will eventually lead to something better.
Line by Line Meaning
There she sits her hands are held
She's sitting alone, holding her glass tightly
Tight around her glass
She's holding onto her glass so tight because she just needs to be alone
She only needs to be alone
She knows that being alone will help her get over her mood
She knows this mood will pass
She understands that her current sadness will fade away
To realize that she was strong
She realizes that she is strong and doesn't need anyone else
And he too weak to stay
Her partner was too weak to handle the relationship and left
And to realize that she is better off this way
She understands that ending the relationship was the best choice for her
Brief candles in her mind
She has memories that are like brief candles in her mind
Bright and tiny gems of memory
She treasures those memories like gems
Brief candles burn so fine
These memories are intense yet fleeting
Leaves a light inside where she can see
Those memories sustain her, and help her to see that it's worth it
What makes it all worthwhile
These memories are what make it all worthwhile
Her sadness makes her smile
Even though she's sad, she can still smile because of these memories
His alone girl fades away
His partner left him alone
Left out on a limb
He feels abandoned and lonely
Finds he needs her more because
He realizes that he needs her in his life after she's gone
She's no more need for him
She doesn't need him anymore, but he needs her
He understood so very well
He understands what she was saying all along
The things she had to say
He knows exactly what she meant when they were together
Soon he'll understand that he is better off this way
He'll eventually see that it's better for him too that they're not together anymore
In the corner see his face
He's sitting by himself, in a corner
The man just sips his drink
He's just taking small sips of his drink
Not one feeling does he show
He's bottling up his feelings and not showing them
Far too numb to think
He's so numb, he can't even think properly
He does not say a single word
He's not talking at all, just brooding in silence
No word of love to say
He doesn't feel anything positive or loving towards anyone right now
Maybe he will soon believe he's better off this way
He might think it's better he isn't together anymore, but not yet
Brief candles in his mind
He has memories that are like brief candles in his mind
Bright and tiny gems of memory
He tries to hold on to these fleeting, precious memories
Brief candles burn so fine
Those memories, like candles, flicker brilliantly, but for a short time
Leaves a light inside where he can see
Those memories keep a light burning inside him, letting him see things more clearly
What makes it all worthwhile
These memories are what makes his life worthwhile
His sadness makes him smile
Even though he's sad, he can still smile thinking about these memories
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@dububro
Tomorrow, and tomorrow, and tomorrow,
Creeps in this petty pace from day to day,
To the last syllable of recorded time;
And all our yesterdays have lighted fools
The way to dusty death. Out, out, brief candle!
Life's but a walking shadow, a poor player,
That struts and frets his hour upon the stage,
And then is heard no more. It is a tale
Told by an idiot, full of sound and fury,
Signifying nothing.
Macbeth, Act V scene v
@samguberman2288
Just love their harmonies, fantastic album
@rogerferns5511
A transcendent 1960s song from a magical album
@terrypussypower
I initially read that as "A transgender 1960's song from a magical album"! Lol!
@lawrencemirando282
@@terrypussypower hahaha
@EverAppl14
Truly unmatched vocals and melodies and lyrics. The Zombies are from another dimension.
@lupodelupis3672
I would listen this album for hours and hours....damn it's so good!
@luiscolucci6284
Me too. When I discovered it I couldn't stop listening to it every day for, at least, one month.
@milestrotter6844
Even with: "Butchers tune"?.
@luiscolucci6284
@@milestrotter6844 yes
@milestrotter6844
@@luiscolucci6284 Ya me too, its one of my favorites. I get its eery and haunting in sense, but I genuinely really like it.