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11:25PM - Others

There are a number of others artists that are worth checking out, that i have not included lyrics for. I will list some of my favorite choices below.

Sufjan Stevens ~ http://www.sufjan.com/  - Very artistic, beautiful songs filled with insightful, touching lyrics.

Daftpunk ~  http://www.daftpunk.net/ - In perticular check out the song Technologic... Apple Computers has recently used the song Technologic in their new iPod commericals. You can check that out here : http://www.apple.com/ipod/ads/poplock/320.html

Bob Dylan ~ http://www.bobdylan.com/index.html - Make sure to check out Shelter From The Storm, as it is a very wonderful song by Dylan.

Libby Titus ~ http://theband.hiof.no/albums/libby_titus.html One of her better songs is Fool That I Am. It is worth checking out.

Current mood: intimidated

Current music: The Hardest Part ~ Coldplay

10:58PM - the shins

Those To Come  ~ The Shins

http://www.stud.uni-goettingen.de/~s275288/graphics/Shins%20Chutes.jpeg

"Eyeless in the morning sun you were
Pale and mild, a modern girl
Taken with thought, still prone to care
Makin tea in your underwear
You went out in the yard to find

Something to eat and clear your mind
Something bad inside me went away

Quaking leaves and broken light
Shifting skin the coming night
The bearers of all good things arrive
Climb inside us, twist and cry
A kiss on your molten eyes

Myriad lives like blades of grass
Yet to be realized, bow as they pass

They are cold,
Still,
Waiting in the ether,
To form,
Feel,
Kill,
Propagate,
Only to die

Dissolve
Magically,
Absurdly,
They'll end,
Leave,
Dissipate,
Coldly
And strangely
Return"

One of my favorite songs written by the The Shins, Those to Come is poignant, poetic, and artistic song with a great melody. Like many other songs The Shins write, Those to come is filled with clever lyrics, with impeccable word choice. The flow and rythem of the lines is also very easy to listen to. The phrase
"Taken with thought, still prone to care"

is wonderful. I love the intonation placed on the words, especially when listening to the song.
The general structure of the song, with the last part of the song short phrases is very well done. The lines
"They are cold,
Still,
Waiting in the ether,
To form,
Feel,
Kill,
Propagate,
Only to die" 

Are beautiful. In the song, rythmically The Shins have nailed this song, and it is overall a very good listen.

... did i say listen... YES I DID... you can do that here : http://music.yahoo.com/track/2107022

Current mood: uncomfortable

Current music: Those To Come ~ The Shins

11:14PM

World On Fire ~ Sarah Mclachlan

"Hearts are worn in these dark ages
Youre not alone in these stories pages
The light has fallen amongst the living and the dying
And Ill try to hold it in
Yeah Ill try to hold it in

The worlds on fire its more then I can handle
Ill tap into the water try and bring my share
Try to bring more, more then I can handle
Bring it to the table
Bring what I am able

I watch the heavens but I find no calling
Something I can do to change whats coming
Stay close to me while the skys falling
I dont wanna be left alone dont wanna be alone

The worlds on fire its more then I can handle
Ill tap into the water try and bring my share
Try to bring more, more then I can handle
Bring it to the table
Bring what I am able

Hearts break hearts mend love still hurts
Visions clash planes crash still theres talk of
saving souls still colds closing in on us

We part the veil on our killer sun
Stray from the straight line on this short run
The more we take the less we become
The fortune of one man means less for some

The worlds on fire its more then I can handle
Ill tap into the water try and bring my share
Try to bring more, more then I can handle
Bring it to the table
Bring what I am able"

World On Fire is a good example of Sarah Mclachlan's talent in lyrical writing. This song is filled with illusions of peace and disastor. I like how there was an refrence to September 11th in the lines :
"Visions clash planes crash still theres talk of
saving souls still colds closing in on us"

Another favorite section of the song are the lines :

"We part the veil on our killer sun
Stray from the straight line on this short run
The more we take the less we become
The fortune of one man means less for some"

in perticular the line about fortune of one man having more meaning for one person then the other. This line is very poignant. And i like how Sarah addresses the social issue of poverty.

Current mood: exanimate

Current music: world on fire ~ sarah mclachlan

9:44PM - new song

Sunrise ~ Norah Jones

"Sunrise, sunrise
Looks like mornin' in your eyes
But the clocks held 9:15 for hours
Sunrise, sunrise
Couldn't tempt us if it tried
'Cause the afternoon's already come and gone

And I said hoo...
To you

Surprise, surprise
Couldn't find it in your eyes
But I'm sure it's written all over my face
Surprise, surprise
Never something I could hide
When I see we made it through another day

And I said hoo...
To you

Now good night
Throw its cover down
On me again
Ooh and if I'm right
It's the only way
To bring me back

Hoo...
To you
Hoo..."

Sunrise is in my opinion, the best song Norah Jones has wrote. Not only is the piano and backup music beautiful, but with the combination of her voice and the passionate lyrics the tune is overall very good.

The opening lines:

"Sunrise, sunrise
Looks like mornin' in your eyes
But the clocks held 9:15 for hours
Sunrise, sunrise
Couldn't tempt us if it tried
'Cause the afternoon's already come and gone"

are some of the best in the song. The line about sunrise in your eyes is very touching. The whole first section is pretty and sweet. It is very sureal, as it is easy to picture the morning atmosphere of to lovers in bed. Come to think of it, the entire song, lyrics, vocals and backup music all give a very true and sureal sound and image. However, it is hard to get the full effect of the lyrics unless u listen to the song ... so here is the song link + video... for all of you who care :-)

http://www.norahjones.com/video/sunrise-wmv-hi.htm 

Current mood: envious

Current music: Sunrise ~ Norah Jones

7:05PM

Across The Great Divide ~ Nanci Griffith

"I've been walkin' in my sleep
Countin' troubles 'stead of countin' sheep
Where the years went I can't say
I just turned around and they've gone away

I've been siftin' through the layers
Of dusty books and faded papers
They tell a story I used to know
And it was one that happened so long ago

It's gone away in yesterday
Now I find myself on the moutainside
Where the rivers change direction
Across the Great Divide

Now, I hear the owl a-callin'
Softly as the night was fallin'
With a question and I replied
But he's gone across the borderline

It's gone away in yesterday
Now I find myself on the moutainside
Where the rivers change direction
Across the Great Divide

The finest hour that I have seen
Is the one that comes between
The edge of night and the break of day
It's when the darkness rolls away

It's gone away in yesterday
Now I find myself on the moutainside
Where the rivers change direction
Across the Great Divide

It's gone away in yesterday
Now I find myself on the moutainside
Where the rivers change direction
Across the Great Divide"

Nanci Griffith has a girly, vibrant, wispiness that is reflected in her lyrics and music. It is difficult to describe the type of music she performs. It is a touch country, with a strong folk sound.

Her poetic songs, leave you feeling energized and upbeat. Although her music is some what repetitive, this song in perticular is one of her best.

one of my favorite parts of the song is :

"I've been siftin' through the layers
Of dusty books and faded papers
They tell a story I used to know
And it was one that happened so long ago"

The word choice, and emphasis she places on certain words when she sings the song is very poetic. The chorus as well is very well sung and well written.

" It's gone away in yesterday
Now I find myself on the moutainside
Where the rivers change direction
Across the Great Divide "

 

 

Current mood: crazy

Current music: Across the great divade ~ Nanci Griffith

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7:00PM

i forgot to add a picture of Joni... so here you go...

6:17PM - Both sides now

Both Sides Now ~ Joni Mitchell

"Rows and floes of angel hair
And ice cream castles in the air
And feather canyons ev’rywhere
I’ve looked at clouds that way

But now they only block the sun
They rain and snow on ev’ryone
So many things I would have done
But clouds got in my way
I’ve looked at clouds from both sides now
From up and down, and still somehow
It’s cloud illusions I recall
I really don’t know clouds at all

Moons and junes and ferris wheels
The dizzy dancing way you feel
As ev’ry fairy tale comes real
I’ve looked at love that way

But now it’s just another show
You leave ’em laughing when you go
And if you care, don’t let them know
Don’t give yourself away

I’ve looked at love from both sides now
From give and take, and still somehow
It’s love’s illusions I recall
I really don’t know love at all

Tears and fears and feeling proud
To say I love you right out loud
Dreams and schemes and circus crowds
I’ve looked at life that way

But now old friends are acting strange
They shake their heads, they say I’ve changed
Well something’s lost, but something’s gained
In living ev’ry day

I’ve looked at life from both sides now
From win and lose and still somehow
It’s life’s illusions I recall
I really don’t know life at all
I’ve looked at life from both sides now
From up and down, and still somehow
It’s life’s illusions I recall
I really don’t know life at all"

Both sides now is one of my favorite Joni Mitchell songs, and generally one of my favorite songs. Her beautiful voice, moving lyrics matched with her amazing guitar work makes for a truely delicious folk song :-). One of my favorite aspects of the song is how Joni describes clouds, life and love. These three choices for blend well and are easily incorporated into a song. The song reminds me of a seemless patchwork blanket. Partially becauase of her stunning voice, but also the emphasis on certain phrases, and the perfect word choice.

The begining of the song is so well worded
"Rows and floes of angel hair
And ice cream castles in the air
And feather canyons ev’rywhere
I’ve looked at clouds that way"
Overall this song is amazing and is a must for folk junkies :-).

Current mood: anxious

Current music: Both Sides Now ~ Joni Mitchell

6:12PM - new post

Rapture ~ By iiO

"...

The night I laid my eyes on you
I felt everything around me move
Got nervous when you looked my way
But you knew all the words to say

And your love slowly moved right in
All this time, oh my love, where you been

Mi amore
Don't you know
My love I want you so
Sugar
You make my soul complete
Rapture tastes so sweet

I'm mesmerised in every way
You keep me in a state of daze
Your kisses make my skin feel weak
Always melting in your heat

Then I sore like a bird in the wind
Oh I glide like I'm flying through heaven

Mi amore
Don't you know
My love I want you so
Sugar
You make my soul complete
Rapture tastes so sweet

Mi amore
Don't you know
My love I want you so
Sugar
You make my soul complete
Rapture tastes so sweet

...

Mi amore
Don't you know
My love I want you so
Sugar
You make my soul complete
Rapture tastes so sweet

Mi amore
Don't you know
My love I want you so
Sugar
You make my soul complete
Rapture tastes so sweet

..."

Rapture by iiO was on the of most popular pop / house hits of 2002. One of the reasons i choose this song is becuase of the stunning vocals, mixed with easy flowing, pleasent lyrics.

Blended with smooth base and soulful electronic background music, the love song lyrics captivate the listener.   

The begining of the song is one of the most powerful and meaninful parts. the part:
"The night I laid my eyes on you
I felt everything around me move
Got nervous when you looked my way
But you knew all the words to say

And your love slowly moved right in
All this time, oh my love, where you been"

Is a very true testimate as to how people respond to lust, love and passion. Generally, the song Rapture is a nice love song (lyrics). The type of music many wouldnt like :P

Current mood: curious

Current music: Rapture ~ iiO

9:40PM

http://www.leanaspoetry.blogspot.com/ ~ Leana's Blog

http://danshred.blogspot.com/ ~ Danielle's Blog

http://ctbookspoems.blogspot.com/ ~ Cheryl's Blog

http://www.livejournal.com/users/urbanshadows/ ~ Nigel's Blog

http://www.livejournal.com/users/urbanshadows/ ~ Adriana's Blog

http://rubyspoetryblog.blogspot.com/ ~ Ruby's Blog

http://vlai.blogspot.com/ ~ Vincent's Blog

http://www.jennaspoetryblog.blogspot.com/ ~ Jenna's Blog

http://aleggett.blogspot.com/ ~ Anna's Blog

http://jusygo.blogspot.com/ ~ Justins Blog

http://www.iansenglishblog.blogspot.com/ ~ Ian's Blog

http://jenniferspoetryblog.blogspot.com/ ~ Jennifer's Blog

http://incoherancy.blogspot.com/ ~ Kieran's Blog

http://apassenger.blogspot.com/  ~ Eka's Blog

http://kaslitblog.blogspot.com/ ~ Kas's Blog

http://www.deadjournal.com/users/mynameisjonas_/ ~ Monica's Blog

8:40PM - Theme for poetry blog

Theme: 

Seeing as we have to do a theme for this poetry blog. I will be doing my blog with the theme of poetry in song, more specifically song lyrics and music and writing.

My first choice Amsterdam by Coldplay is inspired by the release of their new album.

Amsterdam

Come on, my star is fading
And I swerve out of control
If I, if I'd only waited
I'd not be stuck here in this hole

Come here, my star is fading
And I swerve out of control
And I swear I waited and waited
I've got to get out of this hole

But time is on your side
It's on your side now
Not pushing you down and all around no
It's no cause for concern

Come on, oh my star is fading
And I see no chance of release
And I know I'm dead on the surface
But I am screaming underneath

And time is on your side
It's on your side now
Not pushing you down
And all around, no
It's no cause for concern

Stuck on the end of this ball and chain
And I'm on my way back down again
Stood on a bridge tied to a noose
Sick to the stomach
You can say what you mean
But it won't change a thing
I'm sick of our secrets
Stood on the edge, tied to the noose
You came along and you cut me loose
You came along and you cut me loose
You came along and you cut me loose

Current mood: flirty

Current music: Amsterdam ~ Coldplay

9:37PM