The songs for her album, 'The Pirate’s Gospel', were written on a trip to Europe. They were recorded in her father’s studio and were initially self-released in 2004, in paper and lace sleeves with hand lettering. The album was issued in revised form by Holocene Music in October 2006, and received widespread critical acclaim.
A new song, "Dry Grass and Shadows", was issued on a compilation of Nevada City artists, and five more new songs were issued on a limited-edition 10" vinyl pressing, Songs Whistled Through White Teeth, released in the UK in October 2006. The Pirate's Gospel was released in the UK on Names Records in April 2007, garnering favorable reviews in The Times and NME.
Alela Diane has toured in the USA both solo and with Tom Brosseau, and has also opened for the Decemberists, Akron/Family and Vashti Bunyan. She performed in the UK in April and August 2007. According to a relatively recent interview, her second album is to be expected shortly. She now lives in Nevada City, California.
She toured Europe (UK, Ireland, France, Switzerland, Netherlands, Belgium, Germany) in March, April and May 2008.
Colorado Blue
Alela Diane Lyrics
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To your mother's house
The paint was old,
The dogs were barking
I sat upon the rug
Oh, I think of you sometimes
Of the snow, and that Colorado winter blue
Your eyes were green,
your skin was darker
than the colour of my own
We took a shower in the dark
Your mother wasn't home
Oh, I think of you sometimes
Of the snow, and that Colorado winter blue
We watched the sunrise over town,
from your neightboor's roof
I remember taking photographs
In the colder sack
Oh, I think of you sometimes
Of the snow, and that Colorado winter blue
Then you intimist (?)
And said her name,
I read between the lines
I called a plane to Denver
Your eyes had turned to stone
From that colder appartement window
I saw you fade into the snow
When you left me for her ohohoh
You left me in the snow
When you left me for her ohohoh
You left me in the snow
The song "Colorado Blue" by Alela Diane tells a story of a past love that has left a lasting impression. The opening verse describes a scene where the singer is driving her lover home to her mother's house. The description of the old paint and the sound of dogs barking give an intimate sense of the surroundings. The singer acknowledges that she thinks about her ex-lover at times, specifically of the winter in Colorado. This creates a nostalgic feeling and highlights the importance of the memories.
The second verse highlights the physical differences between the two lovers, which are significant enough to be noticeable. The fact that they took a shower in the dark shows intimacy and secrecy, further adding depth to their experience. However, despite these intimate moments and the fond memories, the singer reveals tension and unease in their relationship when her ex-lover mentions someone else's name. This line is powerfully emotive and is followed by the heartbreaking realization that the ex-lover has left her for someone else.
The overall feeling of the song is one of sadness and longing, which is enhanced by the emotional and vivid imagery in the lyrics. The singer's wistful remembrance of specific details and moments describes a sense of bittersweet loss, creating a personal and emotional connection to the listener.
Line by Line Meaning
I drove you home that autumn day
I took you to your destination on a fall day
To your mother's house
I dropped you off at your mother's residence
The paint was old,
The color on the outside was aged
The dogs were barking
The canines were making noise
I sat upon the rug
I positioned myself on the floor covering
Oh, I think of you sometimes
Occasionally, you come to mind
Of the snow, and that Colorado winter blue
Reminiscing about the chilly weather and melancholic feelings of the Colorado winter season
Your eyes were green,
The color of your eyes was a shade of green
your skin was darker
Your complexion was deeper in hue
than the colour of my own
Compared to my skin tone
We took a shower in the dark
We bathed when the room was lightless
Your mother wasn't home
Your parent was away
We watched the sunrise over town,
We observed the sun ascend over the town skyline
from your neightboor's roof
It occurred from the top of your nearby neighbor's building
I remember taking photographs
I recollect capturing images
In the colder sack
It happened in the frigid block
Then you intimist (?)
Then you made a private remark
And said her name,
You uttered her name
I read between the lines
I understood your implied message
I called a plane to Denver
I reserved an aircraft heading to Denver
Your eyes had turned to stone
Your eyes became cold and unmoving
From that colder appartement window
Looking out from the chilly apartment window
I saw you fade into the snow
I witnessed your disappearance into the snowy surroundings
When you left me for her ohohoh
When you departed from my life to be with her ohohoh
You left me in the snow
You left me alone in the cold outdoors
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ALELA DIANE
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Pablo
Alela you sing straight from the heart, which is astoundingly beautiful. Your contributions to folk music are wonderful and much appreciated. Thank you for your lovely voice and music!
Eva Rodriguez EPTX
Could never get enough of you Alela!!!
Selma Benloucif
amazing voice , you are gorgeous inside and out ! your dad told me you and sweet Vera were in Mexico , i hope you enjoyed yourselves , by the way , i'm one of your biggest fans <3 i can't get enough of your music , i listen to it in my days of happiness and sadness .. much love and light <3
Andrea Martinez
Made me cry, it's so beautifully sang.
Anna Korbinska
beautiful song !
Michel Mallet
so great, as always !
Jose DTol
Hay que romperle el corazón a Alela...
Emma Sebastian
Hey Alela, I just wanted to say that I found out about about you from The Kinfolk kitchen cookbook, and you are a very good musician, I have enjoyed listening to you. Also I made your granola from the cookbook and it is absolutely delicious, thank you!
Michell García
I can imagine every picture of the song :)
Eva Rodriguez EPTX
Michell García a true artist painting pictures with her words and guitar!