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"
Morning
Ane Brun Lyrics
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You had so much to give, you thought I couldn't seek
Gifts for boot, heels to crush, promises deceived
I had to send it away to bring us back again
Your eyes and body brighten silent waters deep
Your precious daughter in the other room asleep
A kiss goodnight from every stranger that I meet
Morning theft and pretender left ungrateful
True self is what brought you here to me
A place where we can accept this love
Friendship battered down by useless history
Unexamined failure
What am I still to you? Some thief who stole from you?
Or some fool drama queen whose chances were few?
That brings us to who we need, a place where we can save
A heart that beats as both siphon and reservoir
You're a woman, I'm a calf, you're a window, I'm a knife
We come together making chance in the starlight
Meet me tomorrow night or any day you want
I have no right to wonder just how or when
And though the meaning fits, there's no relief in this
I miss my beautiful friend
I had to send it away to bring her back again
The lyrics to Ane Brun's song "Morning" appear to be about a complex relationship that has been strained and damaged by past mistakes, unfulfilled promises, and unexamined failures. The singer reflects on the wounds that time has healed and the gifts they were initially unable to receive, highlighting the ways in which they had to send something away in order to bring it back again. The song suggests that the singer and their love interest have a deep and meaningful connection, evident in their bright eyes and bodies, but also a history of hurt and betrayal that has left them questioning each other's intentions.
Throughout the song, there is a sense of ambiguity as to the nature of the relationship, with the singer asking whether they are seen as a thief or a fool. This confusion speaks to a feeling of uncertainty and instability in the relationship, possibly due to unresolved issues that have not been fully faced or dealt with. Despite the challenges they face, there is a sense of hope in the lyrics, with the phrase "true self is what brought you here to me" suggesting that they are committed to working through their problems and building a strong foundation of love and acceptance.
Overall, the lyrics to "Morning" suggest a complex and layered relationship that is both beautiful and troubled. Through the use of metaphors and vivid imagery, the song explores the depths of human emotion and the challenges that come with building a lasting connection with someone.
Line by Line Meaning
Time takes care of the wound, so I can believe
As time passes, emotional wounds heal so I can believe in love again
You had so much to give, you thought I couldn't seek
You had so much love to offer, but you thought I wouldn't appreciate it
Gifts for boot, heels to crush, promises deceived
You gave gifts with hidden motives, and your promises turned out to be lies
I had to send it away to bring us back again
I had to let go of the past to save our relationship
Your eyes and body brighten silent waters deep
Your presence brings light to my darkest thoughts and feelings
Your precious daughter in the other room asleep
Your daughter, who I care for deeply, is sleeping in the next room
A kiss goodnight from every stranger that I meet
I seek intimacy and connection from others as a substitute for what I'm missing in our relationship
Morning theft and pretender left ungrateful
Someone stole from me and pretended to be something they're not, leaving me feeling unappreciated
True self is what brought you here to me
Our true selves brought us together
A place where we can accept this love
We need to create a place where we can accept each other's love
Friendship battered down by useless history
Our friendship has been damaged by unnecessary past behaviors
Unexamined failure
Our relationship has failed because we didn't examine the root causes of our problems
What am I still to you? Some thief who stole from you?
Do you still see me as someone who betrayed your trust?
Or some fool drama queen whose chances were few?
Or as someone who overreacted and didn't deserve a second chance?
That brings us to who we need, a place where we can save
We need to find a way to save our relationship by creating a safe space
A heart that beats as both siphon and reservoir
Our hearts are both receivers and givers of love
You're a woman, I'm a calf, you're a window, I'm a knife
We are different, but complementary in our roles in our relationship
We come together making chance in the starlight
We serendipitously came together and are meant to be together
Meet me tomorrow night or any day you want
Let's make time for each other and prioritize our relationship
I have no right to wonder just how or when
I need to trust the process and not control the outcome
And though the meaning fits, there's no relief in this
Although this makes sense, it doesn't provide any comfort
I miss my beautiful friend
I miss you, my beautiful friend
I had to send it away to bring her back again
I had to let go of the past to rebuild our relationship
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: JEFF BUCKLEY
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