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.
Lighthouse
Adrianne Lenker Lyrics
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Miles and miles away
Into a place, my heart was scheming an escape
That love drew from me
And I met you on the corner of the seasons
Out of winter's reach and into summer's early sun
You were the moon
And I was only seventeen
And I'm making all these things
And constructing all these scenes
And I'm stitching up the seams
Of the fabric of my dreams
And I'm here in my boat
And I'm roaring up to shore as you sing
Well I'm ringing all the bells from my lighthouse dear
Time is just an ocean and you're almost here
One for the mind
Two for the soul
Three for the body and the heart that knows, that knows
I'll never ever let you go
Oh silence, the silence are ringing your bells
Singing the words in a whisper
Dispell all this noise
Bring back the joy
Ring the world awake
'Cause if the only hole that we have is your world apart
And it's separate and broken and stained from the start
My heart will remain and take it anyway
Well I'm ringing all the bells from my lighthouse dear
Time is just an ocean and you're almost here
One for the mind
Two for the soul
Three for the body and the heart that knows, that knows
I'll never ever let you go
I'm ringing all the bells from my lighthouse dear
Time is just an ocean and you're almost here
One for the mind
Two for the soul
Three for the body and the heart that knows, that knows
I'll never ever let you go
Adrianne Lenker's song "Lighthouse" is a dreamy and poetic exploration of the power of love to transcend distance and time. The first verse finds the singer lost in slumber, dreaming of a place where love has drawn her away from her current reality. She meets someone on the corner of the seasons - a metaphor for a chance meeting at a crossroads of transformation - and falls in love with them despite only being seventeen. The following lines paint a picture of the singer constructing a world for herself in her dreams, piecing together fragments of her imagination and weaving them into a coherent fabric.
The chorus of "Lighthouse" is a powerful declaration of the singer's love and commitment to the person she has met. She imagines herself as a lighthouse, calling out to them across the ocean of time and distance that separates them. The repetition of the phrases "one for the mind, two for the soul, three for the body" emphasizes the completeness of their love, encompassing all aspects of their being. The line "I'll never ever let you go" is a resounding affirmation of the power of love to overcome all obstacles.
The second verse turns inward, as the singer reflects on the noise and chaos of the world around her. She longs for silence and stillness, for a way to dispel the distractions and reconnect with the joy and beauty of the world. The final lines reinforce the message of the chorus, that love is a powerful force that can overcome even the most daunting challenges.
Overall, "Lighthouse" is a beautiful and poetic song that speaks to the depth and power of human emotions. The dreamlike quality of the lyrics and the subtle metaphors throughout add to the sense of mystery and wonder that permeates the song.
Line by Line Meaning
Well I left here in my sleep when I was dreaming
I departed from reality into a world of dreams, a place where I could escape and pursue love
Miles and miles away
I went very far away from my starting point
Into a place, my heart was scheming an escape
I sought refuge in a place that my heart desired to escape to
That love drew from me
My love for someone drew me closer to this faraway place
And I met you on the corner of the seasons
We met at the intersection of changing seasons
Out of winter's reach and into summer's early sun
We moved out of the harshness of winter and into the warmth of summer
You were the moon
You shone brightly and illuminated the darkness
And I was only seventeen
I was young and naive
And I'm making all these things
I am creating and building up my dreams
And constructing all these scenes
I am putting together various scenarios in my imagination
And I'm stitching up the seams
I am mending the broken parts of my heart and soul
Of the fabric of my dreams
I am repairing the intricate framework of my aspirations and desires
And I'm here in my boat
I am navigating the waters of life in my own vessel
And I'm roaring up to shore as you sing
I am approaching the land with speed as you sing
Well I'm ringing all the bells from my lighthouse dear
I am calling out to you from my beacon of hope
Time is just an ocean and you're almost here
Time seems like a vast ocean, but you are getting closer to me
One for the mind
One bell for the mental connection we share
Two for the soul
Two bells for our spiritual bond
Three for the body and the heart that knows, that knows
Three bells for the physical and emotional connection that we both feel
I'll never ever let you go
I will hold onto you and never let you slip away
Oh silence, the silence are ringing your bells
The absence of sound is actually the sound of your bells ringing
Singing the words in a whisper
The sounds are soft and gentle, and the words come out in a hushed tone
Dispell all this noise
Eliminate all the overwhelming chaos that surrounds us
Bring back the joy
Restore the happiness that we once had
Ring the world awake
Shake the world out of its slumber
'Cause if the only hole that we have is your world apart
If the only thing that is preventing us from being together is distance
And it's separate and broken and stained from the start
But our relationship is already flawed and damaged from the beginning
My heart will remain and take it anyway
Regardless, my heart will continue to endure and persevere through the challenges and struggles
I'm ringing all the bells from my lighthouse dear
Once again, I am calling out to you from my lighthouse of love
Time is just an ocean and you're almost here
Time is vast but you are getting closer to me
One for the mind
Bell for our mental connection
Two for the soul
Bell for our spiritual bond
Three for the body and the heart that knows, that knows
Bell for our physical and emotional connection
I'll never ever let you go
I will never let you slip away
Contributed by Lincoln D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@Myure
Well I left here in my sleep when I was dreaming
Miles and miles away
Into a place, my heart was scheming an escape
That love drew from me
And I met you on the corner of the seasons
Out of winter's reach and into summer's early sun
You were the moon
And I was only seventeen
And I'm making all these things
And constructing all these scenes
And I'm stitching up the seams
Of the fabric of my dreams
And I'm here in my boat
And I'm roaring up to shore as you sing
Well I'm ringing all the bells from my lighthouse dear
Time is just an ocean and you're almost here
One for the mind
Two for the soul
Three for the body and the heart that knows, that knows
I'll never ever let you go
Oh silence, the silence are ringing your bells
Singing the words in a whisper
Dispell all this noise
Bring back the joy
Ring the world awake
'Cause if the only hole that we have is your world apart
And it's separate and broken and stained from the start
My heart will remain and take it anyway
Well I'm ringing all the bells from my lighthouse dear
Time is just an ocean and you're almost here
One for the mind
Two for the soul
Three for the body and the heart that knows, that knows
I'll never ever let you go
I'm ringing all the bells from my lighthouse dear
Time is just an ocean and you're almost here
One for the mind
Two for the soul
Three for the body and the heart that knows, that knows
I'll never ever let you go.
@gunnillanilsson3630
I'm dancing in my kitchen to your beautiful song!!!
@Myure
Well I left here in my sleep when I was dreaming
Miles and miles away
Into a place, my heart was scheming an escape
That love drew from me
And I met you on the corner of the seasons
Out of winter's reach and into summer's early sun
You were the moon
And I was only seventeen
And I'm making all these things
And constructing all these scenes
And I'm stitching up the seams
Of the fabric of my dreams
And I'm here in my boat
And I'm roaring up to shore as you sing
Well I'm ringing all the bells from my lighthouse dear
Time is just an ocean and you're almost here
One for the mind
Two for the soul
Three for the body and the heart that knows, that knows
I'll never ever let you go
Oh silence, the silence are ringing your bells
Singing the words in a whisper
Dispell all this noise
Bring back the joy
Ring the world awake
'Cause if the only hole that we have is your world apart
And it's separate and broken and stained from the start
My heart will remain and take it anyway
Well I'm ringing all the bells from my lighthouse dear
Time is just an ocean and you're almost here
One for the mind
Two for the soul
Three for the body and the heart that knows, that knows
I'll never ever let you go
I'm ringing all the bells from my lighthouse dear
Time is just an ocean and you're almost here
One for the mind
Two for the soul
Three for the body and the heart that knows, that knows
I'll never ever let you go.
@lincoln8547
i’m ringin all the bells in my lighthouse, dear
@robertdereza1568
I heard this in a McDonald's in Japan. Current year - better music in mcDs than on the radio.
@hellokitty6721
Robert DeReza same here lol😂
@jimmylyback1
This just made me smile
@t4exanadu
This song makes me cry tears of joy
@VioletPrism
This is my fav Adrienne Lenker song so amazing through the years for me :)
@rooftopsignals7313
Thank you
@nata8535
wow just discovered this amazing