| The Decemberists – Red Right Ankle Lyrics | 12 years ago |
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This is one of my favorite songs. I think it's a "simple" love song - and pretty much perfect. The melody is utter sweetness, and the lyrics still interest me after years of singing it to myself. I've enjoyed letting my mind drift in different directions as my interpretation of its meaning changes over time. Here are my latest thoughts. I think the ankle verse is about the physical nuances of loving someone. Their presence, their familiarity, their smell. How intertwined you become with them - so that they are as much a part of you as your own body. The gypsy uncle verse makes me think about how you love someone's character -their values and choices. And maybe about how what's in their heads will always be somewhat of a mystery. I think the last verse - the boys who loved you - is about your loved one's history. All the experiences that made them who they are and who you love. Ahhh. What a great song. |
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| Nine Inch Nails – Everything Lyrics | 12 years ago |
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Yes, me, too. It makes me happy. And proud, which sounds weird, maybe. I think it took a lot of courage for Trent Reznor to release a joyful and ernest song like this. I'm sure he knows some fans will call it a Hallmark card. Well, screw 'em. I love it. I think "Everything" about the pure joy that comes from being released from the demon of addiction. And about remaining vigilant, because it always waits inside you. I remember once many years ago I heard NIN playing in a mall. I felt this wash of alienation, like, "What the hell? Aren't you people listening? This is agonizing self-loathing and rage, here! You can't just absent-mindedly hum along!" His songs were painful for me to hear. Now, this. When I heard "Everything", I literally cried tears of relief that someone who had suffered so much had found joy. Recovery is beautiful. |
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