The Cedar Room

Doves

About The Cedar Room

"The Cedar Room" is the first single from Doves' debut studio album Lost Souls. The single was released on 20 March 2000 in the UK on CD and 10" vinyl, and charted at number 33 on the UK Singles Chart. The songs "The Cedar Room" and "Zither" made their first appearance on Doves' debut release Cedar EP. NME named it as the 38th best track of the 2000s.


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Stars leave the morning 
Sleep clouds my view 
Don't let them come round here 
And call to you 
I didn't notice 
It's a crime too few 
I didn't know it's 
It's a crime to feel 

And I tried to sleep alone 
But I couldn't do it 
You could be sitting next to me 
And I wouldn't know it 
If I told you you were wrong 
I don't remember saying 
I don't remember saying 
I don't remember saying 

I'll be a shadow 
In the cedar room 
And leave just a memory 
Alone with you 
I didn't see that 
It's a call too soon 
I couldn't see that 
It's a call to you 

And I tried to sleep alone 
But I couldn't do it 
You could be sitting next to me 
And I wouldn't know it 
If I told you you were wrong 
I don't remember saying 
I don't remember saying 
I don't remember saying

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Doves

Doves is an English indie rock band, originating from Cheshire. The band is composed of twin brothers Jez Williams (guitar, vocals) and Andy Williams (drums, vocals), and Jimi Goodwin (bass, vocals, guitar). The members started working seriously together after meeting at The Haçienda in Manchester. Doves' unofficial fourth member is Martin Rebelski, who plays keyboards. To date, the band has released four critically acclaimed and commercially successful studio albums, and their first career-spanning compilation album The Places Between: The Best of Doves was released in April 2010. more »

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Written by: ANDY WILLIAMS, JEZ WILLIAMS, JIMI GOODWIN

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10 facts about this song

Song Creation
"The Cedar Room" is one of the early creations of Doves, an Indie rock band from England. It was written by band members Jez Williams, Jimi Goodwin, and Andy Williams.
Album Placement
The song has its dedicated place as the last track of Doves' debut album titled 'Lost Souls'. The album was released in April 2000.
Single Release
Apart from featuring on the album, "The Cedar Room" was also released as a single in March 2000. It was the fourth single of the 'Lost Souls' album.
Chart Performance
The song successfully peaked at number 33 on the UK Singles Chart. This performance on the charts made it one of the moderately successful tracks of the band.
Musical Style
Known for its melodramatic tone and immersive sound, "The Cedar Room" embodies the unique sound of Doves, which is often characterized as atmospheric and emotive.
Music Video
The music video of the song, directed by Matthew Norman, showcases the synergy between the emotive lyrics and atmospheric sound of the song. It emphasizes the melancholic feel of the song through its visual narrative.
Awards and Recognition
"The Cedar Room" is shadowed by the success of Doves' debut album 'Lost Souls', which was nominated for a Mercury Prize in 2000. While the song itself did not win any awards, its contribution to the album's success is undeniably significant.
Listener Interpretation
The runaway metaphor in the lyrics of "The Cedar Room" has sparked different interpretations among listeners. Some interpret it as escaping from a painful past, others view it as a journey towards a hopeful future.
Live Performances
"The Cedar Room" remains a regular fixture of Doves' live performances, showcasing the versatile musicality of the band.
Critical Reception
While "The Cedar Room" was not the highest-charting single from 'Lost Souls', it received critical praise for its emotional resonance and atmospheric style. Critics commend it as a standout track that encapsulates the aesthetic of Doves' debut album.

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