What is the meaning behind the song Zombie?

What is the meaning behind the song Zombie?

“Zombie” is a protest song by Irish alternative rock band The Cranberries, written by the band’s lead singer Dolores O’Riordan in memory of the two young victims who were killed in the 1993 Warrington bombings, Johnathan Ball and Tim Parry. It won the Best Song Award at the 1995 MTV Europe Music Awards.

What genre is The Cranberries?

Rock
The Cranberries/Genres

Who is the original artist for Zombie?

The Cranberries
Zombie/Artists

Are The Cranberries Irish?

The Cranberries were an Irish rock band formed in Limerick, Ireland. Originally named the Cranberry Saw Us, the band were formed in 1989 by lead singer Niall Quinn, guitarist Noel Hogan, bassist Mike Hogan, and drummer Fergal Lawler.

Who has covered Zombie by The Cranberries?

Miley Cyrus
Versions

Title Performer Release date
Zombie Beatify January 7, 2020
Zombie First to Eleven February 14, 2020
Zombie Jae Hall June 5, 2020
Zombie Miley Cyrus October 23, 2020

What was cranberries first hit?

The Cranberries first appeared on a Billboard chart nearly 25 years ago, when “Dreams” entered the Alternative Songs airplay survey dated May 29, 1993. The melodic, uptempo, pop-leaning track marked the group’s first of eight Alternative Songs hits, reaching No. 15 that summer.

Why did the Cranberries name themselves that?

The Cranberries They were originally named ‘Cranberries Saw Us’ (as in Cranberries Sauce). When Dolores O’Riordan joined she recommended shortening it. They were originally named ‘Cranberries Saw Us’ (as in Cranberries Sauce). When Dolores O’Riordan joined she recommended shortening it.

What did Dolores O Riordan?

The Cranberries front woman Dolores O’Riordan died by drowning due to alcohol intoxication, an inquest at Westminster Coroner’s Court has heard. The singer, who died suddenly on 15 January aged 46, was found submerged in the bath in her room at London’s Park Lane Hilton hotel.

Can dogs eat cranberries?

Both cranberries and dried cranberries are safe to feed to dogs in small quantities. Either way, moderation is important when feeding cranberries to dogs, as with any treat, as too many cranberries can lead to an upset stomach.

Why did the cranberries disband?

The Cranberries have confirmed they will split up following the death of Dolores O’Riordan. Noel, his brother and Cranberries bassist Mike Hogan and drummer Fergal Lawler spoke to The Guardian about their friend and bandmate’s tragic death, saying that she had been getting help for her mental health problems.

Who’s the singer of bad wolves?

Tommy Vext
Bad Wolves/Singers

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