After a few years of numerous live stints in Sweden and Norway and several non-official EP releases Ane Brun gained her own fan-base and her first official album - Spending Time with Morgan was released at the end of May, 2003 in Scandinavia, and in various European countries in the fall of 2003. The album was released via Ane's own label "DetErMine Records" ("ThoseAreMine Records") that Ane co-owns with Swedish musician Ellekari Larsson and her band The Tiny, and licensed to V2 Music.
A temporary dive released in 2005 built on the first album's success, and is full of songs reflecting on the events following Ane's breakthrough. The fight song records what a struggle it has been, while My lover will go is a haunting tale of woe. One song, Song No.6, features Ane's good friend, Canadian Ron Sexsmith.
In terms of later works, Duets was released in 2005, Changing of the Seasons and Sketches in 2008, and It All Starts with One in 2011 - the first of her Albums to chart outside of Norway / Sweden. A compilation album Songs 2003-2013 was released in 2013.
Ane started her musical career fairly late. It wasn't until she had turned 21 that she took her family's old acoustic guitar to Oslo where she then lived. She quickly found a new best friend in the instrument and for the next two three years she taught herself songs by favourites acts Ani DiFranco, Joni Mitchell, Ben Harper, Nick Drake etc. In the process she began to develop her own style of playing the guitar. In 1998 when on vacation in Spain she brought her instrument (now affectionately named "Morgan") - and her first official live appearances were actually during this trip when she took to the streets in both Barcelona and San Sebastian playing to anyone who would listen, though few would listen.
After this corner had been turned she returned to Norway but now moving to Bergen and things definitely started to happen musically. She started composing her own material and for a while she joined the Norwegian band Damsels in Distress. In 2000 Ane moved to Stockholm and started really venturing out on her own, set on the idea of making a living of performing live with her music.
Since then Ane has been constantly on the road playing everything from the smallest venue to the leading festivals - either solo or with full band (drums, bass, piano electrical and lap-steel guitar). She now lives in Stockholm, Sweden.
She recently collaborated with Koop, an indie swing-funky band, singing in Koop Island Blues, the opening track for the band's last release "Koop Islands"
Changing Of The Seasons
Ane Brun Lyrics
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The best sleep he'd ever met
Nevertheless he dreams of some stranger's caress
He awakes and he knows
Maybe someone else is supposed
To meet his hazy anticipating eyes
He draws the curtains aside
He glances at his disenchanted life
Restlessness is me, you see (you see)
It's hard to be safe
It's difficult to be happy
It's the changing of the seasons
He says "I need them"
I guess I'm too Scandinavian
The relief of spring
Intoxication of summer rain
The clearness of fall
How winter makes me reconsider it all
Restlessness is me, you see (you see)
It's hard to be safe
It's difficult to be happy
Then she awakes
Reaches for the embrace
He decides not
To worry about seasons again
The first verse of "Changing of the Seasons" by Ane Brun tells us about a man who falls asleep on his lover's chest and dreams of another woman's touch. When he wakes up, he realizes that he might be anticipating a different person to sweep him off his feet. As he draws the curtains and soaks up the first light of the new day, he takes a closer look at his life and acknowledges his restlessness, which makes it difficult for him to feel safe and happy. The chorus of the song, "It's the changing of the seasons, I need them. I guess I'm too Scandinavian," suggests that the man finds solace in the cyclical nature of life, and the different seasons bring him a unique kind of relief and joy. The different seasons offer him a chance to reconsider his life and understand his emotions.
The second verse introduces us to the woman in the man's life. She wakes up, reaches for his embrace, but he decides not to fret about the changing seasons and embrace his current situation. The song establishes a conflict between the natural tendency to resist change and the bliss that one gets from embracing it. Ultimately, the singer finds himself constantly in the grips of restlessness, which makes it hard for him to be happy.
Line by Line Meaning
He falls asleep on her chest
He finds solace and comfort in her embrace, and drifts away into a peaceful sleep.
The best sleep he'd ever met
This particular moment with her is the most tranquil and peaceful sleep he's ever known.
Nevertheless he dreams of some stranger's caress
Despite the comfort of their relationship, he still has thoughts of other physical connections.
He awakes and he knows
Upon waking up, he becomes aware of a feeling that something is lacking.
Maybe someone else is supposed
He begins to question whether he's meant to be with someone else.
To meet his hazy anticipating eyes
He's unsure of who that person could be, but is keeping an open mind to the possibilities.
He draws the curtains aside
He opens the window to new beginnings and letting in the morning light.
Unfolding the first morning light
As he peeks outside, he sees the beginning of a new day with endless opportunities.
He glances at his disenchanted life
Despite the beauty surrounding him, he can't seem to shake the feeling of dissatisfaction with his current life.
Restlessness is me, you see (you see)
He's come to terms with the fact that he's inherently restless and searching for more in life.
It's hard to be safe
Being content and staying in one place is difficult for him.
It's difficult to be happy
His restlessness makes it challenging to truly find happiness and appreciate what he has.
It's the changing of the seasons
He's referencing the constant changes in life that bring new beginnings.
He says "I need them"
He acknowledges that these changes and new beginnings are necessary for his restless soul to be at ease.
I guess I'm too Scandinavian
He attributes his need for change to his cultural background as a Scandinavian, known for their migration and exploration tendencies.
The relief of spring
He lists the reasons he craves change, starting with the feeling of relief after a long winter.
Intoxication of summer rain
The summer rains that bring growth and nourishment also intoxicate him with their beauty and wonder.
The clearness of fall
During the fall season, he finds clarity in the changing colors and the crisp air.
How winter makes me reconsider it all
When winter comes, he's forced to reflect on his life and past decisions, which often leads to a newfound desire for change come spring.
Then she awakes
The focus shifts back to his partner, who wakes up next to him.
Reaches for the embrace
She reaches out for him, and he finds comfort in her touch once again.
He decides not
Despite his inner turmoil, he chooses not to worry about the changing of the seasons and instead lives in the present moment.
To worry about seasons again
He's choosing to let go of his need for constant change and instead focus on the love and comfort he has in the present.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: ANE BRUN
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