You guys who are getting worked up in a debate over whether Elliott was referring specifically to heroin or cocaine are seriously missing the point of this song. You're missing the forest for the trees. This song is one of the most profound accounts of what addiction feels like that I've ever heard in my life. It's a standout (among so many flawless songs) from the self-titled album.
I've always been in awe of how his voice and delivery could be so fragile, yet the words themselves pack such a vicious punch...the effect is both spellbinding and devastating.
"I'm looking at a hand full of broken plans
And I'm tired of playing it down
You just want her to do anything for you
There ain't nothing that you won't allow"
Doesn't this just speak for itself? Brilliant. Elliott Smith was one of the realest songwriters out there, RIP friend.
You guys who are getting worked up in a debate over whether Elliott was referring specifically to heroin or cocaine are seriously missing the point of this song. You're missing the forest for the trees. This song is one of the most profound accounts of what addiction feels like that I've ever heard in my life. It's a standout (among so many flawless songs) from the self-titled album.
I've always been in awe of how his voice and delivery could be so fragile, yet the words themselves pack such a vicious punch...the effect is both spellbinding and devastating.
"I'm looking at a hand full of broken plans And I'm tired of playing it down You just want her to do anything for you There ain't nothing that you won't allow"
Doesn't this just speak for itself? Brilliant. Elliott Smith was one of the realest songwriters out there, RIP friend.
Great post.
Great post.