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Mar 13, 2020
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is paralyzed
My head
My head
His heart is paralyzed, due to the loss of the relationship he thought was stable, and his head was oversized, meaning he misinterpreted the security of remaining with her, perhaps blowing off acts and words that enforce mutual feelings in love, assuming he had already solidified his risks.
Mar 13, 2020
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A penny for my thoughts, oh no I'll sell them for a dollar
They're worth so much more after I'm a goner
And maybe then you'll hear the words I been singin'
Funny when you're dead how people start listenin'
They're worth so much more after I'm a goner
And maybe then you'll hear the words I been singin'
Funny when you're dead how people start listenin'
"A penny for your thoughts" is a common expression, when individuals would like to hear what another is thinking about, perhaps when they seem to be holding back what's on their mind, or the individual desires the opinion of another. Whe she talks about selling her thoughts for a dollar, we are all familiar with the increased value that accompanies items of one who has passed, or something that is no longer available to consumers. Her thoughts or words would be invaluable to those who no longer have her in their lives, and the unfortunate truth in life, is many of us either fail to slow down for the ones we love, or assume that time with them is a given, and not a right. Regret and the actualization of that loved one's eternal absence often create desperation to have one last conversation, or hear their voice again... also spending a great deal of reflection on the times and conversations with the loved one, and this focused attention should exist in life... not after they are gone.
Mar 13, 2020
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There's a boy here in town says he'll love me forever
She admits that she has never experienced intercourse, remaining a virgin, yet showing the affection she felt for the one she believed she loved, in alternative intimate manners, such as holding hands. When he says he will love her forever, she is not doubting that to be true, necessarily, but what she knows forever to be in her short life, is not the fantasy we typically envision when we think of forever... However, if his love is in fact pure and steadfast, he may hold her in a special place in his heart for the remainder of time. Thus, he will keep his promise, but she will never truly know, since she passed so early in life, robbed of the magical mystery, love provides many with during their lifetimes.
Mar 13, 2020
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And I'll be wearing white when I come into your kingdom
The symbolism of purity and virginity is represented by the color white, and often it is considered to be a disgraceful decision to wear any garments of the color, if the female has been with a man, no longer "clean or uncompromised by another." Her reference to wearing white, entering as she enters Heaven before the Lord, reveals that she passed at such a young age that her virginity never had a chance to be taken, or in her minimal time here on Earth, she remained steadfast to her purity, perhaps firmly believing in the notion of saving oneself until marriage.
Mar 13, 2020
Mar 12, 2020
Leonard Cohen had always been an icon to me in the music industry, as he was for countless others, as well, but with his fame and notoriety occurring prior to even being born, most peers failed to see my sincere affinity for his work. If I recall correctly, his position as my favorite musician, was only challenged by Van Morrison's creations, but Leonard Cohen, firmly held the lead. This particular song always resonated with me, but it wasn't until losing my bf to cancer, that I threw myself back more actively in my Christian faith, making the decision to be baptized at the age of 38, from the peace and guidance I felt following my faith through such a difficult time of loss, having lost my mother, as well, to cancer, just 2 years prior. My familiarity with the Bible and the Word was far from where it should be, and one of the first Bible Studies I attended, covered David, and his downward spiral of sin, resulting from his insatiable lust for Bathsheba. Coincidentally, this song played first on my playlist, returning home from Study, and my new understanding of his words, took my love for the song, and the singer, to a new level.
Perhaps, one of my greatest memories in life will always be the day I spoke with Mr. Cohen on the phone, at my work, broke protocol as a "giddy schoolgirl", asking if I may have the honor of meeting him when he arrived, and the cherished moment was like no other. I descended from the office to greet him at his table, where he was joined by 3 other gentlemen, all of similar age, accompanied by walkers to assist with mobility issues. What happened next, remains one of my most vivid memories, as all 4 men stood to greet a woman in her early 30s... a sign of chivalry and dignity, more common with the generations before, and not seen by me in enough years to almost bring me to tears. In my eyes, the man was a legend on more levels than I had ever known. We had spoken every visit thereafter, until the world lost the physical body of a man who shall never be forgotten. God bless you, Mr. Cohen, and thank you for restoring my faith in humanity...
Mar 12, 2020
Despite the straightforward lyrics, the composition of his voice, the rhythm, and beat fluctuations throughout this track, create expected highs and lows, keeping the listener drawn in, when the expectations actually reveal fresh movement and emphasis towards completely new levels. Perhaps what truly makes this song so appealing audibly, though, dwells within RAG & BONE MAN'S voice. His depth of tone within this particular song, possesses qualities to incite sensual and sexual curiosity. But those elements alone would not provide the control this song seems to have, without the commanding, innate style he has vocalizing and emphasizing every syllable of each lyric, creating a firm belief of his passion for the message he is conveying... A message we all understand, personally, yet instinctually can't seem to abide by... Blame and scapegoating are as natural as the breaths we take.
Mar 12, 2020
I Have always been a follower of Train, appreciating their individualistic style that seems to place them in a genre of their own. This particular song is the comedic ideal of responding to a breakup, by someone seemingly too trite to connect, with a possible habitual use of the milked excuse of, "it's not you, it's me," when her need to run sets in. Her choice of words embody the the creativity she obviously seems to lack as a result of a void of passion or spontaneity, contributing only things she has rehearsed. While insulting at best to use the regergitated excuse, this only intensifies the creativity and absurdity of the hysterical excuses created in his explanation for the "breakup", or rather every other scenario other than a parting of ways to explain her absence to others. The originality of his coping mechanism creates envy for his ability to deal with what most consider to be a reason to stop living until the memories fade... amidst the laugh-out-loud lyrics, the quirky beat elevates the mood even further, causing the listener to reevaluate their own foolish ways of dealing with similar scenarios, recognizing a light-hearted approach in the future to what we normally fear... the dreaded breakup.