a) Zoot was a four … Read Full Bio ↴There are more than one artists under the name Zoot.
a) Zoot was a four piece power pop/hard rock band formed in Adelaide, South Australia in 1965. As a group, they relocated to Melbourne, Victoria, Australia and performed in several Australian cities under a variety of names. In 1967 they fully adopted the name Zoot. Amongst the more notable members of Zoot were founder Beeb Birtles, Darryl Cotton, and Rick Springfield. In mid-1968, Zoot relocated to Melbourne, where their management promoted them under the slogan "Think Pink – Think Zoot" – all band members wore pink costumes; Darryl Cotton's car was repainted pink; his pet dog, Monty, had its fur dyed pink; and their main performing venue, Birties Disco, was pink-themed throughout. Zoot were voted Top Australian Group in teen pop Go-Set magazine's reader poll published in June 1969. Unfortunately they were subject to homophobic ridicule for their use of pink outfits, and on tour in Brisbane, Cotton was injured in an assault by street toughs.
Early in 1970 Zoot finally discarded their pink outfits and attempted to shift their image and music towards heavier rock from the earlier teeny-bopper pop In December that year, they released their most successful single, "Eleanor Rigby", which was a hard rock cover version of The Beatles' ballad and by March 1971 it had peaked in the Aussie top five. Go-Set magazine listed Zoot's 'Eleanor Rigby' in it's Top Records for the Year of 1971 at No. 12. In May 1971 despite the top 30 charting of their next single, "Freak", the group disbanded. Springfield departed for the US in 1972, while Cotton & Birtles issued a cover version of the Mann-Weil track, "Feelings", on Sparmac Records under the name Frieze, due to sponsorship by Frieze Brothers (a regional clothing brand).
Rick Springfield later formed The Ferretts and had a number one hit in Australia circa 1977 with 'Don’t Fall In Love’. Springfield eventually achieved international fame as a solo artist, songwriter and actor, but fondly refers to Zoot as the best band he was ever in. Beeb Birtles would go on to further success with Mississippi, and later founded the Little River Band in 1975. late Zoot lead vocalist Darryl Cotton had an Aussie solo top 10 hit in 1980 with ‘Same Old Girl’. Cotton passed away in the summer of 2012 after a bout with liver cancer.
b) A post rock band from Buenos Aires, Argentina. They released their first album in 2013, Después el agua.
Sailing
Zoot Lyrics
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I will sail across the ocean
To the island of white, the sea is pink
Only one star in sight
That's where I'll be going
Because I'm searching for the light
There goes my mind again
It just can't stop its wondering around
Sailing across the ocean
Sailing across the sea of time
Could be I'd find promotion
Maybe I can be what my teacher was to me
He was a man giving the truth to me
Let me see for myself what's going on
Maybe soon I will see the great horizon
The velvet sails of my ship in the night
Give away the colors of the faces delight
Land ho was the cry of the day
As I turned to face the captain
When I heard a voice say
There goes my mind again
It just can't stop this wondering around
Cause he wants to know everything that's going on
Sailing across the ocean
Sailing across the sea of time
Sailing across the ocean
Sailing across the sea of time
Sailing across the ocean
Sailing across the sea of time
The song "Sailing" by Zoot is an ode to exploration and the longing for adventure. The lyrics tell the story of a person who is setting out on a journey across the ocean to search for something elusive, something that they cannot quite grasp. The first stanza sets the scene, with the singer declaring that they may sail across the ocean "with the wind on my side." They are heading towards an island of white, but it's clear that this journey is not just about getting to a physical place. The sea is pink, and there's only one star in sight - the focus seems to be on the journey itself rather than the destination. The singer is searching for the light, but it's unclear what that light represents - perhaps it's knowledge, enlightenment or simply a deeper understanding of the world.
As the song progresses, it becomes clear that the singer is searching for something more than just knowledge. They want to find meaning in their life, and perhaps even make a difference in the world. They mention their teacher, who was a man giving the truth to them, and it seems that they want to follow in his footsteps. They want to "find promotion" and become the kind of person who can inspire others and make a difference.
The chorus of the song is a repetition of "Sailing across the ocean, sailing across the sea of time." This repetition creates a sense of momentum, as if the singer is constantly moving forward towards their goal. The second verse introduces the idea of the "great horizon" and the velvet sails of the ship. There's a sense of wonder and beauty in these lines, as if the singer is truly appreciating the majesty of the world around them.
The song takes a slightly humorous turn in the final stanza, as the singer hears someone else saying "there goes my mind again." This repetition creates a sense of connection between the two people, as if they're both on a similar journey of self-discovery. It's clear that the singer is still searching for something, but there's a sense of acceptance in the last lines - "sailing across the ocean, sailing across the sea of time." The journey itself is enough.
Line by Line Meaning
Maybe tomorrow with the wind on my side
If the winds are favorable for sailing, perhaps I can start my journey tomorrow
I will sail across the ocean
I will embark on a journey to cross the vast sea
To the island of white, the sea is pink
I am heading towards an island with white sandy beaches and pink waters
Only one star in sight
Only one guiding star is visible in the sky to help me navigate
That's where I'll be going
The island where the star is guiding me is my destination
Because I'm searching for the light
I am looking for enlightenment or new experiences on this journey
There goes my mind again
I am getting easily distracted by my thoughts and curiosity
It just can't stop its wondering around
My mind continuously wants to explore and learn about everything around me
Cause it wants to know everything that is going on
My curiosity keeps driving me to seek new knowledge and experiences
Sailing across the ocean
I am continuing my journey across the vast sea
Sailing across the sea of time
My journey also represents the passage of time and the experiences that come with it
Could be I'd find promotion
Perhaps this journey could lead to my personal growth and advancement
Maybe I can be what my teacher was to me
I aspire to become a teacher or mentor for others, passing on the knowledge and wisdom I have gained
Let me see for myself what's going on
I want to witness and experience things first-hand to truly understand them
Maybe soon I will see the great horizon
I am optimistic that I will encounter amazing sights and experiences on my journey
The velvet sails of my ship in the night
The soft and smooth sails of my ship create a peaceful and calming atmosphere at night
Give away the colors of the faces delight
The colorful expressions of delight on people's faces are evidence of the joy and excitement my journey is bringing
Land ho was the cry of the day
The exciting shout that land is in sight was the highlight of the day
As I turned to face the captain
I look towards my leader and guide for reassurance and direction
When I heard a voice say
Someone speaks up to interrupt my thoughts and bring me back to reality
Sailing across the ocean
I am still sailing and exploring the vast sea
Sailing across the sea of time
My journey and growth continue to be shaped by the passage of time and experiences
Sailing across the ocean
I am persistently sailing towards my destination
Sailing across the sea of time
My journey represents the multitude of experiences and growth that come with the passage of time
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