Song Description
This song is a contemplation on death and life and existence. It covers a heavy subject--mortality--- but does not come across as dark or macabre. It sounds hopeful,poignant, and moving. This is a medium tempo featuring a string section, banjo intro, and a vibraphone and a pretty female lead vocal as well as layers of vocal harmonies on the chorus.
It has a bit of a country vibe (think Flying Burrito Brothers or Neko Case) mixed with a nice indie folk vibe with the vibraphone and cello features.
| Song Length |
4:29 |
Genre |
Folk - Rock, Rock - Indie/Low-Fi |
| Tempo |
Medium (111 - 130) |
Lead Vocal |
Female Vocal |
| Mood |
Poignant, Moving |
Subject |
Existence, Philosophy |
| Similar Artists |
The National, Fleet Foxes |
Language |
English |
| Era |
2000 and later |
| |
Lyrics
Out on the shores of Lake Erie and I know we all will die and be swept out along with the slurry. How the dark winds sigh.
I met a dog, he stole my song and walked into the light. I met a child, so sleek and wild, but it was not to be mind
Out on the shores of Lake Erie and I know we all will die and be swept out along with the slurry. How the dark winds sigh.
I sought an urn in which to burn the stunning Lorelei. I held my breath, I wished it so, but I could not let it go
Out in the dark and the dead of night, I dug a hole for to leave behind, but by the morning's piercing rays show that some things, though buried, do not decay
Out on the shores of Lake Erie and I know we all will die and be swept out along with the slurry. How the dark winds sigh.
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