Strange Lyrics

Lyric discussion by Shawnie 

Cover art for Strange lyrics by Tori Amos

I was obsessed with the Laci Peterson case, and this song always made me think of her: She kinda knew things weren't right with Scott, but that she "had enough love for the both of" them. She had signs things weren't right- she knew of a past affair, I think- "when will I learn". In the song, really, I think the woman leaves the man- but you can also hear a haunting, beyond the grave message, "woke up to a world that I am not a part of", Laci is dead, but seeing things as they happen. The whole last verse is about her finding peace and leaving, ie, her spirit is at rest. I'm not usually into the supernatural so much, but Laci's death was such a shame; this song isn't about her, but to me, it fits well. Just what I think about when I hear it.