sort form Submissions:
submissions
The Decemberists – January Hymn Lyrics 12 years ago
It seems to me the song is addressing both the change of seasons & the loss of a partner. The grayness of the season & his lonelinesscombine & make him long for a brighter & happier time.

submissions
Lisa Hannigan – What'll I Do Lyrics 12 years ago
I think she's talking about playing a pinball game poorly...the ball won't pin

submissions
Ron Sexsmith – Jazz at the bookstore Lyrics 13 years ago
I agree with "blah". In addition, I think the song looks at society's desire to be comfortable (background music, coffee, etc.) rather than to be challenged.

submissions
Antony and the Johnsons – Kiss My Name Lyrics 13 years ago
I agree with you, turtletuc. The writer has died, returned to the earth (coal that I became), and his spirit now asks to be remembered. "Kiss my name" refers to kissing the grave stone. As a spirit, physical contact with friend

* This information can be up to 15 minutes delayed.