Also impressive is Krauss's unwavering commitment to being an independent-label artist who has succeeded far beyond the scope of many major-label artists. She has circulated freely within pop, mainstream country and roots music circles, as a solo artist and with her long-time band Union Station, creating impeccably produced records that appeal to an equally wide-ranging and inquisitive audience. Krauss has continued doing things the old-fashioned way: following her heart and whatever path the music takes her on.
Take Me For Longing
Alison Krauss Lyrics
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Don't choose me because I am faithful.
Don't choose me because I am kind.
If your heart settles on me, I'm for the taking.
Take me for longing or leave me behind.
I would be, for you, a fire in a rainbow,
I would be, for you, an opening door.
Try to forget them or love me no more.
I'm not asking your heart to believe me.
I'm not asking for promise or pledge.
Whatever the answer, it's yes that's the question.
I am the fool dancin' over the edge.
[Chorus]
The song "Take Me For Longing" by Alison Krauss & Union Station presents a lover's plea to be accepted purely for who they are, without being chosen solely for their positive qualities, such as faithfulness and kindness. They offer themselves as a passionate, vibrant flame in the midst of the dull and mundane, a gateway to new and exciting possibilities. The singer acknowledges that they have gained knowledge through hardships and experiences, but are willing to cast it aside for the sake of a chance at love. The song ends with a sense of surrender and desperation, as the singer declares they are willing to risk everything for the possibility of love.
It seems that the singer is fully aware that the one they love may not reciprocate their feelings, and ultimately understands that it is not up to them to convince the other person to feel the same way. Instead, they are simply asking to be accepted as they are, unconditionally, without the pressure to conform to someone else's expectations.
Line by Line Meaning
Don't choose me because I am faithful.
Don't select me just because I am loyal.
Don't choose me because I am kind.
Don't select me just because I am compassionate.
If your heart settles on me, I'm for the taking.
If you truly desire me, you can have me.
Take me for longing or leave me behind.
Choose to pursue me or abandon me altogether.
I would be, for you, a fire in a rainbow,
I would bring you immense joy and beauty, like a colorful flame.
I would be, for you, an opening door.
I would offer you a new path, a fresh opportunity.
Time and hard lessons are one kind of wisdom.
Life experiences and challenges offer a valuable form of knowledge.
Try to forget them or love me no more.
If you can't move past your past, our love cannot continue.
I'm not asking your heart to believe me.
I'm not expecting you to have immediate faith in me.
I'm not asking for promise or pledge.
I don't need you to promise or commit to anything right now.
Whatever the answer, it's yes that's the question.
Regardless of your response, the question is really whether or not you want me.
I am the fool dancin' over the edge.
I'm risking it all for a chance at love with you.
[Chorus]
Repeating the refrain about choosing to love or leave.
Lyrics © BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT US, LLC
Written by: MARK SIMOS
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FateAndFurie
Her vocal control is insane. Wow
ॐ
Hands down my favorite Alison Krauss song. Really interesting time signature.
USS ENTERPRISE
Is this heaven , or what?!
Fatheroforphans
My future ex-wife
The BertieW
What more can a man want Eric?