Her 2006 debut album "Stages of the Sun" consists of all original material that she wrote (some with her father) between the ages of 11 and 14. Produced by Grammy winner, Steve Hodge.
womb
AdriAnne Lenker Lyrics
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And there's soil to till
When you thread your fingers through I feel quite well
We could be the riptide or two mountains growing still
When the eye gets heavy in the womb
Dripping your tears
My heart will always find you when your heart freely sings
Mine would never bind you with a diamond or a word
When the eye gets heavy in the womb
When the eye gets heavy in the womb
Woman, mighty woman
You're a friend I need
When you hold me to your breast you're bleeding as I bleed
Please reveal the question to me, let the answers leave
When the eye gets heavy in the womb
When the eye gets heavy in the womb
When the eye gets heavy in the womb
When the eye gets heavy in the womb
The lyrics to AdriAnne Lenker's song "womb" seem to convey a sense of closeness and connection between two individuals, particularly in a romantic context. The opening lines, "Seven wide years / And there's soil to till," suggest that the relationship has been developing over an extended period of time and there is still room for growth and nurturing. The following line, "When you thread your fingers through I feel quite well," implies that the physical touch of the other person brings comfort and happiness.
The next line, "We could be the riptide or two mountains growing still," continues the theme of growth and stability in the relationship, while also highlighting the potential for change and unpredictability. The chorus, "When the eye gets heavy in the womb," is somewhat abstract, but could be interpreted as a metaphor for a moment of introspection or contemplation, perhaps during a time of emotional turbulence or uncertainty.
The second verse continues to express a sense of emotional connectedness between the two individuals. The line "Dripping your tears / Like a precious warm spring" suggests vulnerability and emotional openness. The following line, "My heart will always find you when your heart freely sings," implies that the singer is attuned to the other person's emotional state and seeks to connect with them on a deep level. The next line, "Mine would never bind you with a diamond or a word," suggests that material possessions and empty promises are not what hold the relationship together.
The final verse, addressed to a female friend, adds another layer of complexity to the lyrics. The line "You're a friend I need" suggests that the singer relies on this person for support and companionship. The following line, "When you hold me to your breast you're bleeding as I bleed," implies a kind of empathetic connection, where the other person's pain is felt as if it were the singer's own. The final two lines, "Please reveal the question to me, let the answers leave / When the eye gets heavy in the womb," seem to suggest a desire for greater understanding and clarity, even during moments of confusion and uncertainty.
Line by Line Meaning
Seven wide years
We've been together for seven long years
And there's soil to till
Our relationship still has room to grow and improve
When you thread your fingers through I feel quite well
Your touch brings me comfort and happiness
We could be the riptide or two mountains growing still
Our love can be powerful like a riptide or strong and steady like mountains
When the eye gets heavy in the womb
During times of sleep and rest, when one isn't fully present
Dripping your tears
Crying because you're emotionally overwhelmed
Like a precious warm spring
Your tears are a sign of your inner warmth and depth
My heart will always find you when your heart freely sings
I will always be drawn to you when you're happy and content
Mine would never bind you with a diamond or a word
I won't try to control you with possessions or promises
Woman, mighty woman
A powerful and strong expression of admiration
You're a friend I need
You're not just a love interest, but a true friend as well
When you hold me to your breast you're bleeding as I bleed
You feel my pain as if it were your own
Please reveal the question to me, let the answers leave
Let's share our deepest thoughts and questions with each other
When the eye gets heavy in the womb
During restful times when our minds are inhibited
When the eye gets heavy in the womb
Again, during restful times when our thoughts may drift away
When the eye gets heavy in the womb
One more time for emphasis, during times of sleep and rest
Lyrics © DOMINO PUBLISHING COMPANY
Written by: Adrianne Lenker
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@zyonalejandro8462
Seven wide years
And there's soil to till
When you thread your fingers through I feel quite well
We could be the riptide or two mountains growing still
When the eye gets heavy in the womb
Dripping your tears
Like a precious warm spring
My heart will always find you when your heart freely sings
Mine would never bind you with a diamond or a word
When the eye gets heavy in the womb
When the eye gets heavy in the womb
Woman, mighty woman
You're a friend I need
When you hold me to your breast you're bleeding as I bleed
Please reveal the question to me, let the answers leave
When the eye gets heavy in the womb
When the eye gets heavy in the womb
@sodiumlights
It`s really got that Nick Drake magic of From the Morning.
@brixiu5
Hardly a more perfectly placed harmonic when the chorus finishes.
@rickastley1734
beautiful magic music
@Koshirozation
<3
sleepy, cozy, warm and tender
yet does devastating things to one's heart
i just wish it was longer, can't wait for the whole thing
@georgiak3606
come back, listen again
@zyonalejandro8462
Seven wide years
And there's soil to till
When you thread your fingers through I feel quite well
We could be the riptide or two mountains growing still
When the eye gets heavy in the womb
Dripping your tears
Like a precious warm spring
My heart will always find you when your heart freely sings
Mine would never bind you with a diamond or a word
When the eye gets heavy in the womb
When the eye gets heavy in the womb
Woman, mighty woman
You're a friend I need
When you hold me to your breast you're bleeding as I bleed
Please reveal the question to me, let the answers leave
When the eye gets heavy in the womb
When the eye gets heavy in the womb
@mistersparrow
i love gliding along with this song, really puts me at ease
@lunamothhh
This is so perfect after "from"
@peytonscarpaci3026
Friday!
@satanjd666
Anyone have tabs to this song? The guitar work is absolutely beautiful