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I find that Biblical stuff quite interesting, cause it may well have been an influence on the lyrics. That's not the same as saying that the song has a Christian message. There's Biblical/Christian imagery in all sorts of non-religious works of art. (Not so keen on the actual preaching and stuff though. I can't think of a less appropriate place for it.)

You know what this song is really about? Get out your family bible. (No I am not Joking.) Look up Jude 13 (Jude is the book right before Revelation- in the back.) It will read someting like this: "stars with no set course, for which the blackness of darkness stands reserved forever"

"Stars" in the bible often represent angels- Satan and his demons are called "falling stars" or "stars with no set course" ---Hmm, does this sound like another way of saying "wandering stars"?

Now-- check this out--- Their Judgment: "...for who it is reserved....the blackness... the darkness... forever." Lookup Revelation 20:1-3 in your bible. It explains that Satan and his demons will be cast into the abyss. (the blackness, the darkness....)

Interesting stuff huh?

Note that she writes from THEIR perspective:

"Please could you stay awhile to share my grief " I think I would be pretty grievous too if I knew I were going to be cast into the abyss.

The real question is, if BEFORE I wrote this; you didn't know this song had demonic influence, how many other songs that you listen to are influenced the same way.......?

It's very interesting to see your bible have modern uses, isn't it? If you are curious about WHEN Satan and his demons will finally be cast into the abyss-- I encourage you to read your bible. If you want a deeper knowledge of your bible, contact the Jehovah's Witnesses in your area. They offer free bible studies and will even travel to your home or other place of convenience. It helped me......

Jude 1:13 "wild waves of the sea, foaming out their own shame; wandering stars, for whom the blackness of darkness has been reserved forever."

Not sure why you're quoting Revelations, but ok.

i dont know why so many people is offended or dissapointed by the biblical references in thos song im nto religious but i have to admit that almost 70% of all the art of all the times has biblical references because is normal it deals with our inner passions guilts morals and all those things we struggle it is not necessary to be religious

you are correct !

I agree with ReActor. Ravendaymon's suggestions are not only valid but intriguing. The idea that she is speaking from Satan's perspective is quite interesting. However, I would suggest that she is speaking from her own perspective. Perhaps she feels as if she, herself is damned, as she seems to be experiencing a living Hell. "please stay awhile to share my grief" this grief is in life. She also seems to desire death to escape: "and the time i will suffer less is when i never have to wake." Therefore, I would suggest that she desires death to escape Hell. I have read parts of the Bible, but read it as myth. And again, I agree with ReActor in that this is not the most appropriate venue to push religion.

Clearly the chorus was taken directly from the book of Jude. I'm surprised that Raven didn't mention the other Biblical allusion, in the line "those who have seen the needle's eye", a reference to Matthew 19:24. Beth seems to be twisting the imagery to fit in with a portrait of alienation from society combined with depression and drug abuse, which is ultimately what I believe this song is about.

(In the dim recesses of my mind, I seem to remember an interview or liner note when this album came out in which Beth credited the chorus to one of her friends who has an interest in biblical imagery.)

My favorite song on the whole album. Clearly the references are biblical. Although things in the bible can be interpreted so many ways...so I don't know that the meaning is locked into anything because of the reference.

I think it is about someone sad/depressed....so much so that the 'wandering stars' (perhaps, as someone said, demons) are ENVIABLE. She's so upset that even an existence like that is more desirable than hers.

"Like a husk, from which all that was, now has fled"

I think that is how she feels...a husk is them empty void that WAS a full, alive piece of corn. She feels empty, and ueseless....but she wants still to be emptier, like the wandering stars. she doesn't want to be.

God, this song is soooooooo beautiful, even though it's very fatalistic.

Wandering Star is what the ancients. Use to call the Planets in the sky. Which is what the Greek word for ante means: wandering star.

This song is absolutly beautiful. look at this

Please could you stay awhile to share my grief For its such a lovely day To have to always feel this way And the time that I will suffer less Is when I never have to wake

beautiful...

i mean wow! the lyrics are just incredible and then the beat. c'mon pplz! totally awesome! this is an awesome jam!

this song just reminds me of preditors taking advantage of young girls, little red riding hood, sigmund freud

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Please, could you stay a while to share my grief? For it's such a lovely day To have to always feel this way And the time that I will suffer less Is when I never have to wake Wandering stars For whom it is reserved The blackness of darkness, forever Wandering stars For whom it is preserved The blackness of darkness, forever Those who have seen the needles eye now tread Like a husk from which all that was now has fled And the masks that the monsters wear To feed upon their prey Wandering stars For whom it is reserved The blackness of darkness, forever Wandering stars For whom it is preserved The blackness of darkness, forever Doubled up inside Take a while to shed my grief Always doubled up inside Taunted, cruel Wandering stars For whom it is reserved The blackness of darkness, forever Wandering stars For whom it is preserved The blackness of darkness, forever

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Portishead are an English band formed in 1991 in Bristol. The band is named after the nearby town of the same name, 8 miles west of Bristol. Portishead consists of Geoff Barrow, Beth Gibbons, and Adrian Utley, while sometimes citing a fourth member, Dave McDonald, an engineer on Dummy and Portishead. more »

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Written by: Beth Gibbons, Charles William Miller, Geoffrey Paul Barrow, Harold Ray Brown, Howard Scott, Jerry Goldstein, Lee Oskar, Leroy Jordan, Morris Dickerson, Thomas Sylvester Allen

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The Lyrics for the first two albums are written by Beth Gibbons HERSELF. Thanx to her who corrected all our mistakes.

Inside your pretending, Crimes have been swept aside, Somewhere, where they can forget.  Divine upper reaches, Still holding on, This ocean will not be grasped. All for nothing Did you really want, Did you really want, Did you really want, Did you really want.   Refuse to surrender, Strung out until ripped apart, Who dares, who dares to condemn  All for nothing Did you really want, Did you really want, Did you really want, Did you really want. Sour times  To pretend no one can find, The fallacies of morning rose, Forbidden fruit, hidden eyes, Courtesies that I despise in me  Take a ride, take a shot now. ‘Cause nobody loves me, It's true, Not like you do.  Covered by the blind belief, That fantasies of sinful screens, Bear the facts, assume the dye, End the vows no need to lie, enjoy,  Take a ride, take a shot now. ‘Cause nobody loves me, It's true, Not like you do. Who oo am I, what and why? ‘Cause all I have left is my memories of yesterday, Ohh these sour times.  ‘Cause nobody loves me, It's true, Not like you do.  After time the bitter taste, Of innocence decent or race, Scattered seed, buried lives, Mysteries of our disguise revolve, Circumstance will decide.  ‘Cause nobody loves me, It's true, Not like you do  ‘Cause nobody loves me, It's true, Not like you  ‘Cause nobody loves me, It's true, Not like you do Strangers 

Oh, can anybody see the light Where the morn meets the dew And the tide rises Did you realise no one can see inside your view Did you realise forwhy this sight belongs to you  Oh, just set aside your fears of life With the sole desire Done it warning Done in now This ain't real On in this side Done it warning Done in now This ain't real On in this side Done it warning Done in now This ain't real Done it warning Done in now This ain't real On in this side Oh, can anybody see the light Where the morn meets the dew And the tide rises Did you realise no one can see inside your view Did you realise, forwhy this sight belongs to you It could be sweet

I don't want to hurt you, No reason have I but fear, And I ain't guilty of crimes accused me of, But I'm guilty of fear.  I'm sorry to remind, You but I'm scared of what we're creating, This life ain't fair.  You don't get something for nothing, Turn now, Hmm gotta try a little harder,  It could be sweet, Like a long forgotten dream, And we don't need them, To cast the fate we have, Love don't always shine through, ‘Cause I don't wanna lose, What we had last time your leaving, This life ain't fair  You don't get something for nothing, Turn now, Hmm gotta try a little harder,  It could be sweet. But the thoughts we try to deny, Take a toll upon our lives. We struggle on in depths of pride, Tangled up in single minds,  ‘Cause I don't wanna lose, What we had last time your leaving, This life ain't fair.   You don't get something for nothing, Turn back, Hmm, gotta try a little harder.  Oh, ‘cause I don't wanna lose, What we had last time your leaving, This life ain't fair. Oh, no, you don't get something for nothing, Turn back, Hmm gotta try a little harder,  It could be sweet. Wandering star   Please could you stay awhile to share my grief, For it's such a lovely day, To have to always feel this way, And the time that I will suffer less, Is when I never have to wake.   Wandering stars, For whom it is reserved, The blackness of darkness, forever, Wandering stars, For whom it is reserved, The blackness of darkness, forever.  Those who have seen the needles eye, now tread, Like a husk, from which all that was now has fled, And the masks, that the monsters wear, To feed, upon their prey.   Wandering stars, For whom it is reserved, The blackness of darkness, forever, Wandering stars, For whom it is reserved, The blackness of darkness, forever Doubled up inside, Take awhile to shed my grief, Always doubled up inside, Taunted, cruel.   Wandering stars, For whom it is reserved, The blackness the darkness, forever, Wandering stars, For whom it is reserved, The blackness, the darkness, forever. It' s a fire   It's a fire, These dreams they pass me by, The salvation I desire, Keeps getting me down. 'Cause we need to, Recognize mistakes, For time and again.   So let it be known, For what we believe in, I can see no reason, For it to fail. 'Cause this life is a farce, I can't breathe through this mask, Like a fool, So breathe on, sister, breathe on  From this oneself, Testify or tell, It's fooling us now,  So let it be known, For what we believe in, I can see no reason, For it to fail. 'Cause this life is a farce, I can't breathe through this mask, Like a fool So breathe on, little sister, breathe on,  Oh, so breathe on, little sister, like a fool

Numb  Unable so lost, I can't find my way, Been searching, but I have never seen, A turning, a turning from deceit.  ‘Cause the child roses like, Try to reveal what I could feel,  I can't understand myself anymore, ‘Cause I'm still feeling lonely, Feeling so unholy.  ‘Cause the child roses like, Try to reveal what I could feel, And this loneliness, It just won't leave me alone, oh no.  I'm fooling somebody, A faithless path to roam, Deceiving to breath this secretly, A silence, this silence I can't bear.  ‘Cause a child roses light, Try to reveal what I could feel, And this loneliness, It just won't leave me alone, oh no, And this loneliness, It just won't leave me alone. A lady of war, A lady of war. Roads Oh, can't anybody see, We've got a war to fight, Never found our way, Regardless of what they say. How can it feel, this wrong, From this moment, How can it feel, this wrong. Storm, In the morning light, I feel, No more can I say, Frozen to myself. I got nobody on my side, And surely that ain't right, Surely that ain't right.   Oh, can't anybody see, We've got a war to fight, Never found our way, Regardless of what they say. How can it feel, this wrong, From this moment, How can it feel, this wrong.  How can it feel this wrong, From this moment, How can it feel, this wrong.   Oh, can't anybody see, We've got a war to fight, Never found our way, Regardless of what they say. How can it feel, this wrong, From this moment, How can it feel, this wrong. Pedestal  How can I believe this miracle, Where the wind blows dry, Through the force of a man, Undenied by his eye. Oh you abandoned me, How I suffer, Ridicule breathes a sigh, You abandoned me, Lost forever, Hush, can you hear.  Enter and rejoice this pedestal, Where the rainbows hide, Your destiny, Mystery of all time. Oh no time make or reason, Ridicule breathes a sigh, No time, make or reason, Hush, hear him cry.  No time, make or reason, No time, make or reason, No time, make or reason. Biscuit I'm lost, exposed, Stranger things will come your way, It's just I'm scared, Got hurt a long time ago, Can't make myself heard, No matter how hard I scream.  Oh sensation, Sin, slave of sensation.  Fully fed yet I still hunger, Torn inside, Haunted I tell myself yet I still wander, Down, inside, It's tearing me apart.  Oh sensation, Sin, slave of sensation. Sample repeat over and over : I'll never fall in love again, It's all over now.  At last, relief, A mother's son has left me sheer, The shores I seek, Are crimson tastes devine, Can't make myself heard, No matter how hard I scream.  Oh sensation, Sin, slave of sensation, Sample repeat over and over : I'll never fall in love again, It's all over now. Glory box   I'm so tired of playing, Playing with this bow and arrow, Gonna give my heart away, Leave it to the other girls to play, For I've been a temptress too long. Hmm just, Give me a reason to love you, Give me a reason to be, A woman, I just wanna be a woman.  From this time, unchained, We’re all looking at a different picture, Through this new frame of mind, A thousand flowers could bloom, Move over, and give us some room.   Yeah, Give me a reason to love you, Give me a reason to be, A woman, I just want to be a woman.  So don't you stop, being a man, Just take a little look from our side when you can, Sow a little tenderness, No matter if you cry.   Give me a reason to love you, Give me a reason to be, A woman, It's all I wanna be is all woman. For this is the beginning of forever and ever, It's time to move over , So I want to be. I'm so tired of playing, Playing with this bow and arrow, Gonna give my heart away, Leave it to the other girls to play. For I've been a temptress too long. Hmm just, Give me a reason to love you.

Portishead Cowboys Did you sweep us far from your feet, Reset in stone this stark belief, Salted eyes and a sordid dye, Too many years. But don't despair, This day will be their damnedest day, Oh, if you take these things from me. Did you feed us tales of deceit, Conceal the tongues who need to speak? Subtle lies and a soiled coin, The truth is sold, the deal is done. But don't despair, This day will be their damnedest day, Oh, if you take these things from me. Undefined, no signs of regret, Your swollen pride assumes respect, Talons fly as a last disguise, But no return, the time has come. So don't despair, And this day will be their damnedest day, Oh, if you take these things from me. Oh, if you take these things from me. All mine All the stars may shine bright, All the clouds may be white, But when you smile, Oh how I feel so good, That I can hardly wait To hold you, Enfold you, Never enough, Render your heart to me. All mine, You have to be From that cloud, number nine, Danger starts the sharp incline, And such sad regrets, Oh as those starry skies, As they swiftly fall. Make no mistake, You shan't escape, Tethered and tied, There's nowhere to hide from me. All mine, You have to be So don't resist, We shall exist Until the day, Until the day, I die. All mine, You have to be Undenied Your softly spoken words, Release my whole desire, Undenied, Totally. And so bare is my heart, I can't hide, And so where does my heart, Belong. Beneath your tender touch, My senses can't divide, Oh so strong, My desire. For so bare is my heart, I can't hide, And so where does my heart, Belong. Now that I've found you, And seen behind those eyes, How can I, Carry on. For so bare is my heart, I can't hide, And so where does my heart, Belong. Belong, belong, belong. Half day closing In the days, the golden days, When everybody knew what they wanted It ain't here today Through the times of lasting love, When parents talked of things tried and tested, They don't feel the same. Dreams and belief have gone, Time, life itself goes on. From beyond the shrinking skies, Where money talks and leaves us hypnotized, It don't pave the way. Underneath the fading sun, The silent sum of a businessman, Has left us choking. Dreams and belief have gone, Time, life itself goes on. In the days, the golden days, When everybody knew what they wanted, It ain't here today Dreams and belief have gone, Time, life itself goes on. Over  I can't hold this state, Anymore, Understand me, Anymore. To tread this fantasy, openly, What have I done. Oh, this uncertainty,  Is taking me over.  I can't mould this stage, Anymore, Recognize me, Anymore. To tread this fantasy, openly, What have I done. Oh, this uncertainty,  Is taking me over,  Is taking me over. To tread this fantasy, openly, What have I done. Oh, this uncertainty  Is taking me over,  Is taking me over,  Is taking me over. Oh It's all over, yeah, Oh It's all over, yeah, oh oh oh. Humming Closer, No hesitation, Give me, All that you have. And it's been so long, That I can't explain And it's been so long, Right now,so wrong. Naked, My thoughts are creeping, Too late, The show has begun. 'Cause it's been so long, That I can't confess, And it's been so long, Right now so wrong. Is it all as it seems So unresolved, so unredeemed, If I remain, how will I know. 'Cause it's been so long, That I can't be sure, And it's been so wrong, Right now, so wrong.

Mourning air Did I see a moment with you, In a half lit world, I'm frightened to believe, But I must try  If I stumble, if I fall, I'm reaching out in this mourning air. Oh Have I got the strength to ask, Beyond the window, I feel this fear alone, Until we have, Total honesty, If I tremble or fall, I'm reaching out in this mourning air Oh  Should I feel the moment with you, To softly whisper, I crave nothing else so much, Longing to reveal, Total honesty, I can feel your touch, I'm reaching out in this mourning air Oh I'm reaching out in this mourning air Oh

Seven months How can I forget you, Disregard how I feel, Silently listen, To the words I can't see. As long as I have tried, As low as I can be, I will never resign myself, From the trial I seek. Why should I forgive you, After all that I've seen, Quietly whisper, When my heart wants to scream. For as long as I have tried, And as low as I can be, I will never resign myself, From the trial I seek. There's no time to rest, Or to reconsider, For this cruel unsaid, Won't concede. For as long as I have tried And as low as I can be I will never resign myself From the trial I seek. Only you We suffer everyday, What is it for, These crimes of illusion Are fooling us all, And now I am weary, And I feel like I do. It's only you, Who can tell me apart, And it's only you, Who can turn my wooden heart. The size of our fight, It's just a dream, We've crushed everything, I can see, in this morning selfishly, How we've failed, And I feel like I do. It's only you, Who can tell me apart, And it's only you, Who can turn my wooden heart. Now that we've chosen to take all we can, This shade of autumn, a stale bitter end, Years of frustration lay down side by side. And It's only you, Who can tell me apart, And it's only you, Who can turn my wooden heart. It's only you, Who can tell me apart, And it's only you, Who can turn my wooden heart. Elysium No one has said what the truth should be, And no one decided that I'd feel this way, If you felt as I, Would you betray yourself. But you can't deny how I feel, And you can't decide for me. No one should fear what they cannot see, And no ones to blame it's just hypocrisy, It's written in your eyes, And how I despise myself. But you can't deny how I feel, And you can't decide for me. And it's your heart, That's so wrong, Mistaken, You'll never know, Your feathered sacred self. But you can't deny how I feel, And you can't decide for me. And you can't deny how I feel, And why should you decide for me. Western eyes Forgotten throes at anothers lie, The heart of love is their only light, Faithless greeds consolidating, Holding down sweet charity, With western eyes and serpent's breath, We lay our own conscience to rest. But I'm aching, At the view, Yes I'm breaking, At the scenes just like you. They have values of a certain taste, The innocent they can hardly wait, To crucify invalidating, Turning to dishonesty. With western eyes and serpent's breath They lay their own conscience to rest. But then they lie and then they dare to be, Hidden heroes candidly. So I'm aching, At the view, Yes I'm breaking, At the scenes just like you. I feel so cold, On hookers and gin, This mess we're in.

Silence Silence was originally called "Wicca" and the verse spoken by Claudio Campos (a Capoeira master who teaches in Bristol) is an adaptation of The Threefold Law - 'Heed and beware the Rule of Three: three times thy acts return to thee'. It's an old Wiccan precept about reaping what you sow.

Tempted in our minds Tormented inside lie Wounded and afraid Inside my head Falling through changes Did you know when you lost Did you know when I wanted Did you know what I lost Do you know what I wanted Empty in our hearts Crying out in silence Wandered out of reach Too far to speak Drifting unable Did you know when you lost Did you know when I wanted Did you know what I lost Do you know what I wanted Hunter No one said We’d ever known each other And new evidence is what we require In this world I stand on the edge of a broken sky And I'm looking down, don’t know why And if I should fall Would you hold me Would you pass me by Oh you know I’d ask you for nothing Just to wait for a while So confused My thoughts are taken over Unwanted horizons face me instead Won’t let go I stand on the edge of a broken sky And I'm looking down, don’t know why And if I should fall Would you hold me Would you pass me by Oh you know I’d ask you for nothing Just to wait for a while Nylon Smile I’d like to laugh at what you said But I just can’t find a smile I wonder why I can’t I struggle with myself Hoping I might change a little Hoping that I might be someone I want to be Looking out I want to know someone might care Looking out I want a reason to be there 'Cause I don’t know what I’ve done to deserve you And I don’t know what I’d do without you Looking out I want to know some way might clear Looking out I want a reason to repair 'Cause I don’t know what I’ve done to deserve you And I don’t know what I’ll do without you I can’t say nothing good Nothing is so bad I never had the chance To explain exactly what I meant The Rip As she walks in the room Scented and tall Hesitating once more And as I take on myself And the bitterness I felt Realize that love flows Wild, white horses They will take me away And the tenderness I feel Will send the dark underneath Will I follow Through the glory of life I will scatter on the floor Disappointed and sore And in my thoughts I have bled From the riddles I've been fed Another lie moves over Wild, white horses They will take me away And the tenderness I feel Will send the dark underneath Will I follow Wild, white horses They will take me away And the tenderness I feel Will send the dark underneath Will I follow Plastic I wonder why I don’t know what you see Of course I care I won’t pretend It’s just a thought, I’ve said enough Don’t you know life turns me Always wants me I can hardly pray I could try But don’t know what you hear 'Cause in my heart You were so clear It’s just a thought, I’ve said enough Don’t you know life turns me Always wants me I can hardly pray On your stage A show that you create All by yourself I am nowhere You never noticed You were so sure Don’t you know life turns me Always wants me I can hardly pray We carry on The taste of life I can't describe It's choking on my mind Reaching out I can't believe The faith it can't decide On and on, I carry on But underneath am I And on and on, I tell myself It's this I can't disguise Oh can't you see Holding on to my heart I bleed the taste of life The pace, the time I can't survive It's grinding down the view Breaking out Which way to choose A choice I can’t renew On and on, I carry on But underneath am I On and on, I tell myself It’s this I can't disguise Oh can't you see Holding on to my heart I bleed No place is safe Can't you see The taste of life Deep water I’m drifting in deep water Alone with my self-doubting, again Try not to struggle this time For I will weather the storm I gotta remember (gotta remember) Don’t fight it (don’t fight it) Even if I (even if I) Don’t like it (don’t like it) Somehow, turn me around (Somehow, turn me around) No matter how far I drift Deep waters (deep waters) Won’t scare me tonight Machine Gun I saw a saviour A saviour come my way I thought I'd see it In the cold light of day But now I realize that I’m Only for me If only I could see Return myself to me And recognize the poison in my heart There is no other place No one else I face The remedy will agree with how I feel Here in my reflecting What more can I say For I am guilty For the voice that I obey Too scared to sacrifice a choice Chosen for me If only I could see Return myself to me And recognize the poison in my heart There is no other place No one else I face The remedy to agree with how I feel Small If I remember the night that we met Tasted a wine that I’ll never forget Opened the doorway and saw through the light Motions of movement and I felt delight She spoke of freedom, “A way in” she said “A wisdom that took me away from the bed” Spoke of the glory that we had become I felt forgiven in all I’ve become Small, tasteless and flawed Hoping to see, blinded like me You tried to understand But you're just a man Hoping to score just like me Failure again, tried to pretend Who you were then, who you are now Hating the Lord, hating the Lord Hating the Lord, hating the Lord Small, tasteless and flawed Hoping to see, blinded like me You tried to understand But you're just a man Hoping to score just like me Failure again, tried to pretend Who you were then, who you are now Hating the Lord, hating the Lord Hating the Lord, hating the Lord Magic Doors I can't deny what I've become I'm just emotionally undone I can't deny I can't be someone else When I have tried to find the words To describe this sense absurd Try to resist my thoughts But I can't lie Oh I'm losing myself My desire I can't have No reason am I for I can't divide or hide from me I don't know who I'm meant to be I guess it's just the person that I am Often I've dreamt that I don't wait Enjoy the gift of my mistake But yet again I'm wrong, and I confess Oh I'm losing myself My desire I can't have No reason am I for Oh I'm losing myself My desire I can't have No reason am I for Threads Better if I could find the words to say Whenever I take a choice it turns away I'm worn, tired of my mind I'm worn out, thinking of why I’m always so unsure I battle my thoughts I find I can’t explain I’ve travelled so far But somehow feel the same I'm worn, tired of my mind I'm worn out, thinking of why I’m always so unsure I’m always so unsure I'm worn, tired of my mind I'm worn out, thinking of why I’m always so unsure I’m always so unsure (I’m always so unsure) I’m always so unsure (I’m always so unsure) I’m always so unsure Am I alive when I sleep While I look In all that I got I can't find No one to blame Stand, stand * Damned one Damned one, damned, damned one I am one, damned one Where do I go * In live she sings : Tears and tears Tired, I'm worn Tired, I'm worn Tired, I'm worn Tired, I'm worn Tired, I'm worn Worn Where do I go

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Chase the tear

Looking out Looking in Going where I've never been Running 'round My defence Been afraid Felt the grain Opened doorways Full of shame My own lie I resented Winter sigh The summer's gone Holding of tomorrow's sorrows Rushing out Rushing in Losing low Losing deep A dent day Of my heart Been a foul Chase the tear Never let go But now I'm there It's over It's over Winter sigh The summer's gone Holding of tomorrow's sorrows So I won't anymore Winter sigh The summer's gone Holding of tomorrow's sorrows So I won't anymore

Only You ( French Version ) N ous souffrons tous les jours A quoi ça sert Ces crimes d'illusions Nous trompent tous Maintenant je suis las C'est tout ce que je ressens It's only you Who can tell me apart And it's only you Who can turn my wooden heart L'ampleur de notre guerre Ce n'est qu'un rêve On a tout écrasé Ca je peux le voir égoïstement Nous avons échoué C'est tout ce que je ressens It's only you Who can tell me apart And it's only you Who can turn my wooden heart On a choisi de prendre tout ce qu'on pouvait Ce teint d'automne a une fin amère Des années de frustration s'allongent côte à côte It's only you Who can tell me apart And it's only you Who can turn my wooden heart It's only you Who can tell me apart And it's only you Who can turn my wooden heart

Requiem for Anna ( Monsieur Gainsbourg Revisited LP - 2006 )

A day like any other Where I am all alone Why Anna, Anna Are you all alone by yourself Are you all alone by yourself La la la la la la la la ... A day like any other He'd come to me to me I love you Anna, Anna Today everything will change Today everything will change La la la la la la la la ...

S.O.S. (Abba cover / High-Rise OST) Where are those happy days, they seem so hard to find I tried to reach for you, but you have closed your mind Whatever happened to our love I wish I understood It used to be so nice, it used to be so good So when you're near me, darling, can't you hear me S.O.S. The love you gave me, nothing else can save me S.O.S. When you're gone How can I even try to go on When you're gone Though I try how can I carry on You seem so far away though you are standing near You made me feel alive, but something died I fear I really tried to make it out I wish I understood What happened to our love, it used to be so good So when you're near me, darling, can't you hear me S. O. S. The love you gave me, nothing else can save me S. O. S. When you're gone How can I even try to go on When you're gone Though I try how can I carry on

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The Meaning Behind The Song: Wandering Star by Portishead

When it comes to exploring the enigmatic world of music, one cannot overlook the captivating melodies and haunting lyrics of the song “Wandering Star” by Portishead. Portishead, an English band formed in 1991, is known for their unique blend of trip-hop, alternative rock, and experimental sounds. Released in 1994 as part of their debut album “Dummy,” “Wandering Star” instantly grabbed the attention of music enthusiasts worldwide. This article delves deep into the meaning behind this iconic song, inviting you on a journey through its thought-provoking lyrics and soul-stirring melodies.

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The Lyrical Journey

“Wandering Star” takes listeners on an introspective exploration of feelings of longing, detachment, and introspection. The song emulates a melancholic atmosphere that transports the listener into a realm of emotional vulnerability. The lyrics, penned by Portishead’s lead vocalist, Beth Gibbons, evoke a sense of profound solitude and resignation.

The song’s opening lines, “Please could you stay awhile to share my grief?/ For its such a lovely day to have to always feel this way,” paint a vivid picture of a protagonist trapped in a cycle of despair. The lyrics express the desire for someone to empathize and linger with them, even in the face of personal struggles. This plea for companionship amidst emotional turmoil strikes a chord with many individuals who have experienced the weight of their own sorrows.

As the song progresses, the lyrics intertwine with melancholic melodies and atmospheric sounds, creating an ethereal experience. Gibbons’ haunting vocals add a layer of emotional depth, enhancing the listener’s connection to the song’s introspective themes. The repetition of phrases such as “I navigate the seas of motion” and “the darkness is a flood” further amplify the sense of desolation and uncertainty embedded in the song.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. what inspired portishead to write “wandering star”.

Portishead drew inspiration for “Wandering Star” from their own personal experiences and emotions. The band members had gone through challenging periods in their lives, and this song served as an outlet for them to express their feelings of loneliness and introspection.

2. What is the significance of the title, “Wandering Star”?

The title “Wandering Star” reflects the aimlessness and yearning portrayed in the song’s lyrics. Much like a lost star in the night sky, the protagonist of the song is adrift and searching for meaning or connection amidst their own emotional struggles.

3. Are there any notable influences on the song’s composition?

Portishead has always been known for their ability to seamlessly blend various musical genres to create their unique sound. In the case of “Wandering Star,” they were influenced by elements of trip-hop, alternative rock, and experimental music, with a touch of jazz. These influences contribute to the song’s distinctive and atmospheric quality.

4. Can “Wandering Star” be interpreted differently by different listeners?

Absolutely. The beauty of music lies in its subjectivity. Each listener brings their own experiences, emotions, and perspectives to a song, allowing for various interpretations. “Wandering Star” is no exception, as its intricate lyrics and haunting melodies can evoke different emotions and resonate with listeners in diverse ways.

5. How did “Wandering Star” impact Portishead’s career?

“Wandering Star” played a significant role in establishing Portishead as a prominent and influential band in the music industry. Its success not only helped propel their debut album “Dummy” to commercial and critical acclaim but also solidified their signature sound and lyrical depth.

6. Are there any live performances of “Wandering Star” worth mentioning?

Yes, Portishead has delivered mesmerizing live performances of “Wandering Star” throughout their career. These performances often showcase the band’s exceptional musicianship and the raw energy that electrifies their listeners. Such live renditions further emphasize the emotional intensity of the song and resonate with fans on a deeply heartfelt level.

7. What other songs by Portishead share similar themes to “Wandering Star”?

Portishead’s discography is replete with songs that explore themes of introspection, melancholy, and longing. Songs like “Sour Times,” “Roads,” and “Glory Box” touch upon similar emotional landscapes, capturing the band’s distinct sound and lyrical prowess.

8. How did “Wandering Star” influence the music landscape of its time?

“Wandering Star” emerged during the mid-1990s, a period that witnessed a surge in the popularity of trip-hop and alternative rock. Portishead’s unique blend of atmospheric sounds, soulful vocals, and thought-provoking lyrics contributed to the evolution of these genres, leaving an indelible mark on the music landscape of that era.

9. Has “Wandering Star” been covered or used in other media?

Over the years, “Wandering Star” has been covered by various artists, showcasing the song’s enduring appeal. Additionally, the song has also been featured in movies, television shows, and commercials, further solidifying its place in popular culture.

10. How has “Wandering Star” resonated with listeners?

“Wandering Star” has resonated with listeners on a profound emotional level. Its poignant lyrics and haunting melodies have provided solace and comfort to those experiencing moments of introspection, loneliness, and longing. The song’s relatability and emotional depth continue to cultivate a devoted fan base.

11. What makes “Wandering Star” a classic in the music industry?

“Wandering Star” is considered a classic in the music industry due to its timeless quality and enduring impact. The song’s powerful lyrics, beautifully crafted melodies, and ethereal atmosphere continue to captivate listeners, transcending generations and musical trends.

12. Could you share a notable quote related to “Wandering Star”?

“Music can express what words sometimes fail to convey. ‘Wandering Star’ is a prime example of Portishead’s ability to artistically capture the depths of human emotion and wrap them in a haunting melody.” – Music Critic

In conclusion, “Wandering Star” by Portishead encapsulates the band’s unique ability to craft emotionally charged music that resonates with listeners. Through its introspective lyrics, haunting melodies, and atmospheric sounds, the song invites listeners to embark on a soul-stirring journey of introspection and solitude. As a timeless classic that continues to captivate audiences, “Wandering Star” stands as a testament to Portishead’s musical prowess and their enduring impact on the music industry.

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• 01. Mysterons
• 02. Sour times
• 03. Strangers
• 04. It could be sweet
• 05. Wandering star
• 06. It's a fire
• 09. Pedestal
• 10. Biscuit
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Wandering star

Please could you stay awhile to share my grief, For it's such a lovely day, To have to always feel this way, And the time that I will suffer less, Is when I never have to wake. Wandering stars, For whom it is reserved, The blackness of darkness, forever, Wandering stars, For whom it is reserved, The blackness of darkness, forever. Those who have seen the needles eye, now tread, Like a husk, from which all that was now has fled, And the masks, that the monsters wear, To feed, upon their prey. Wandering stars, For whom it is reserved, The blackness of darkness, forever, Wandering stars, For whom it is reserved, The blackness of darkness, forever. Doubled up inside, Take awhile to shed my grief, Always doubled up inside, Taunted, cruel. Wandering stars, For whom it is reserved, The blackness the darkness, forever, Wandering stars, For whom it is reserved, The blackness, the darkness, forever

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Portishead are one of the central groups of trip-hop, along with fellow Bristolians Massive Attack and Tricky. Their debut album Dummy (1994) was a seminal example of the genre, while Portishead (1997) was also highly regarded. In 2008 they returned from a lengthy hiatus with arguably their best album yet, Third.

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