Obviously you don't want it to be karaoke. It's a jump start song, not a clear train of thought." - Gavin Rossdale "The whole song Zen is very ironic and full of its own natural confusion. Cock Rock was about f**king groupies and doing bad coke." - Gavin Rossdale Like Gangsta Rap was about a certain way of treating women. 'Everything Zen' is about personal headspace and people relate to that. "Someone had just blown my heart up.and I thought my life was becoming too safe in England. "Some songs are just still relevant.'- Gavin Rossdale When we played Subteranea in London, he came backstage and he was going mad about that line in 'Everything Zen' - 'there's no sex in your violence'. "I met Goldie a couple of times and Tricky I knew from before we went to America. I hear bits of us in bands now."- Gavin Rossdale The other thing is, there's nothing wrong with having bits of people (in your music). There's much more to it than that one song. But then to have a flood over the whole (expletive) rest of the other songs, it was like, absurd. "I had one song ("Everything Zen") that had little things, which was Pixies via Nirvana. Gavin: No, it was more meant as the spirit of him. Interviewer: I know "Everything Zen" has been out for a while' Gavin, you sing "I don't believe that Elvis is dead." Well, what do you think happened to him and where is he now? I wanted open cymbal sounds."- Robin Goodridge "'Everything Zen' and 'Little Things' are one style-very much in the Keith Moon vein. "Everything Zen because it started the ball rolling."- Nigel Pulsford (speaking about his favorite song off of Sixteen Stone) 'That was about all the infiltration of Britpop and mentioning Minnie Mouse is obviously a reference to David Bowie.That's what the 'kissy kiss' part refers to - Suede and Bowie really getting on, being mates, and Bowie going 'and it's just amazing how advanced your songs are for your first record'.'- Gavin Rossdale 'Especially because as a song, it's a statement of intent.'- Gavin Rossdale (speaking about the line 'there's no sex in your violence') It raises questions about authenticity, the search for meaning, and the rejection of superficiality.'I don't believe that Elvis is dead'."it's the only optimistic statement in a song about disillusionment."- Gavin Rossdale In summary, "Everything Zen (The Lhasa Fever Mix)" reflects the frustrations and disillusionment of navigating a world that can seem mundane, corrupt, and devoid of genuine connection. It could also speak to the narrator's feeling of disillusionment, refusing to accept another example of an icon being diminished or corrupted. It may represent a refusal to conform to societal norms or a desire to challenge established ideas. The repetition of the line "I don't believe that Elvis is dead" could be interpreted as a rejection of widely accepted truths or beliefs. It suggests a detachment from real emotions and a reliance on superficial behaviors. The reference to sex and violence could symbolize the absence of genuine passion and connection in relationships or interactions. The search for a demi-god or someone to idolize represents the longing for guidance or purpose in a world that can feel lost and chaotic. The lines "Raindogs howl for the century / A million dollars at stake" allude to a world driven by money and competition. The repetition of "I don't think so" suggests a rejection of the idea that everything can simply be "zen" or harmonious. It implies that the narrator's perspective or vision of a more peaceful and fulfilling existence clashes with the reality they see around them. The chorus, "Try to see it once my way, everything zen, I don't think so," conveys a sense of frustration and skepticism. It hints at the commercialization and superficiality that can sometimes be found in society. The mention of Dave being on sale again could suggest a lack of authenticity or sincerity in relationships or interactions. This could be a metaphor for the world becoming more complex and corrupted, represented by the transformation of a beloved childhood character. The line "Mickey Mouse has grown up a cow" may reflect a loss of innocence or the realization that things aren't as they seem. This could represent a longing for familial bonding or a search for a sense of belonging. The reference to flying to Los Angeles to find their brother implies a strained relationship or a search for some sort of connection. Lines like "There must be something we can eat / Maybe find another lover" indicate a search for something that can bring satisfaction or alleviate their boredom. The lyrics begin by expressing a desire for escape, suggesting that the narrator is dissatisfied with their current situation and looking for something more fulfilling. "Everything Zen (The Lhasa Fever Mix)" by Bush is a song that touches on themes of disillusionment, frustration, and the search for meaning in a seemingly mundane and chaotic world.
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