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Stonemilker
Björk Lyrics


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A juxtaposition in fate
Find our mutual coordinates

Moments of clarity are so rare
I better document this
At last, the view is fierce
All that matters is

Who is open-chested
And who has coagulated
Who can share and
Who has shut down the chances?

Show me emotional respect, oh respect, oh respect
And I have emotional needs, oh needs, ooh, ooh, ooh
I wish to synchronize our feelings, our feelings, ooh

What is it that I have
That makes me feel your pain?
Like milking a stone
To get you to say it, and

Who is open?
And who has shut up
And if one feels closed
How does one stay open?

We have emotional needs, oh needs, oh needs, ooh, ooh, ooh
I wish to synchronize our feelings, our feelings, ooh
I'll show some emotional respect, oh respect, ooh

A juxtaposition in fate
Find our mutual coordinates

Overall Meaning

In Björk’s song Stonemilker, the lyrics explore the complex nature of human relationships, emotional vulnerability, and the importance of mutual understanding. The opening line, “A juxtaposition in fate, find our mutual coordinates,” sets the tone for the rest of the song as it describes the paradoxical nature of the situation, where opposites coincide, as well as the need for connection in this nexus. When the singer says “moments of clarity are so rare, I better document this, at last the view is fierce, all that matters is…” she’s acknowledging that there are few times when one has pure clarity and understanding and that she must take note of these moments. This could be a metaphor for the desire to preserve meaningful moments in relationships or even ideas, since they may be fleeting and easily forgotten.


The following lines focus on the importance of being open-hearted and empathetic in relationships. The lines “Who is open-chested, and who has coagulated, who can share, and who has shut down the chances?” deal with the idea that some people are more open and giving, while others are more guarded or reserved. The singer wants to be with someone who is open to sharing their thoughts and feelings so they can establish a deeper connection. The refrain of “Show me emotional respect, oh respect, oh respect, and I have emotional needs, oh needs, ooh, ooh, ooh. I wish to synchronize our feelings, our feelings, ooh” reinforces this desire for connection and understanding, that even though they are different, they can find a way to meet each other where they are and share that elusive emotional understanding.


In conclusion, the song Stonemilker is an introspective look at human relationships and the desire for emotional connection, using powerful imagery and metaphor to express these complicated ideas.


Line by Line Meaning

A juxtaposition in fate
A contrast or opposition in destiny or what is predetermined to happen.


Find our mutual coordinates
Locate the point in space or time where our paths intersect or merge.


Moments of clarity are so rare
Instances of lucidity or understanding are infrequent or scarce.


I better document this
It is important for me to record or capture this moment.


At last, the view is fierce
Finally, the scene or prospect is intense, powerful or savage.


All that matters is
The only thing that counts or is significant is


Who is open-chested
Who is willing to be vulnerable, transparent or sincere.


And who has coagulated
And who has become rigid or hardened, resistant to change or growth.


Who can share and
Who is capable of disclosing or imparting and


Who has shut down the chances?
Who has blocked or denied the opportunities for communication or connection?


Show me emotional respect, oh respect, oh respect
Demonstrate or prove appreciation, consideration or recognition towards my feelings.


And I have emotional needs, oh needs, ooh, ooh, ooh
And I require or desire emotional attention, support or fulfillment.


I wish to synchronize our feelings, our feelings, ooh
I desire to harmonize or align our emotions, our emotions, ooh.


What is it that I have
What is the quality or characteristic that I possess or offer.


That makes me feel your pain?
That allows me to experience or empathize with your suffering or distress.


Like milking a stone
Like extracting or drawing out something with great difficulty, almost impossible.


To get you to say it, and
In order to encourage, prompt or compel you to communicate or express it, and


Who is open?
Who is willing or able to be receptive, accepting or accessible.


And who has shut up
And who has become silent, unresponsive or uncommunicative.


And if one feels closed
And if someone experiences being shut down or cut off.


How does one stay open?
How can one remain vulnerable, honest or engaged?


We have emotional needs, oh needs, oh needs, ooh, ooh, ooh
We require or demand emotional attention, care and satisfaction.


I wish to synchronize our feelings, our feelings, ooh
I long to coordinate or align our emotions, our emotions, ooh.


I'll show some emotional respect, oh respect, ooh
I will display or express appreciation, consideration or recognition towards your feelings


A juxtaposition in fate
A contrast or opposition in destiny or what is predetermined to happen.


Find our mutual coordinates
Locate the point in space or time where our paths intersect or merge.




Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Bjork Gudmundsdottir

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A juxtaposition in fate
Find our mutual coordinates
Moments of clarity are so rare
I better document this
Across the view is fears
All that matters is
Who is open-chested
And who has coagulated
Who can share and
Who has shot down the chances?
Show me emotional respect, oh respect, oh respect
And I have emotional needs, oh needs, oh ooh
I wish to synchronize our feelings, our feelings, oh ooh
What is it that I have
That makes me feel your pain?
Like milking a stone
To get you to say it, and
Who is open?
And who has shut up
And if one feels closed
How does one stay open?
We have emotional needs, oh needs, oh needs, oh ooh
I only wish to synchronize our feelings, our feelings, ooh
I'll show some emotional respect, oh respect, oh ooh
A juxtaposition in fate
Find our mutual coordinates



All comments from YouTube:

@paigegoodwin3383

That’s the closest I will probably ever get to hanging out with bjork

@warriorcat258

😂❤️

@paigegoodwin3383

@k2 I am a lady.. who frequently hangs out with ladies. I think you're projecting lmao

@paigegoodwin3383

@k2 💖 get a life

@djfrozen4534

@k2 Hello

@camcoopa5307

just wait for the next album

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@abxv_

This made me cry and I don't even know why. Like she's trying to comfort you for existing in a world where feelings are not being respected. I love Bjork <3

@jens2049

Same. Everytime I watch this

@rgva777

that's exactly what the song means 🥺😿💔🖤

@hallidreams4696

🖤🖤🖤

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