She appeared in the September edition of Now! Magazine. She also appeared on the LOLA 2007 line-up, using her lush instrumental back-ups to accompany her reedy voice. Her first album has been hailed in the Exclaim! monthly newspaper and on several online publications.
Basia was nominated in 2010 for a Polaris Music Prize and nominated in 2011 for a Juno in the Best New Artist category.
Sugar and Spice
Basia Bulat Lyrics
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I couldn't believe the place you were putting us in
But I listen to you, and your voice takes me out of my skin
Oh, oh, oh, how I've done myself in
Oh, oh, oh, how I've done myself in
I looked to the sky and I saw the sun turning to us
I looked for the road but all I could see was the dust
Oh, oh, oh, how I've done myself in
Oh, oh, oh, how I've done myself in
I've played out my hand, I'm turning it out
The house always wins in the end
Oh, oh, oh, how I've done myself in
Oh, oh, oh, how I've done myself in
The lyrics to Basia Bulat's song Sugar and Spice appear to be about someone who has made a mistake and is now facing the consequences. The line "I remember you did in the sugar and spices, and sin" suggests that the person they are addressing has done something wrong or sinful that has led to trouble.
The following line "I couldn't believe the place you were putting us in" highlights the fact that this person's actions have had an impact on those around them, not just themselves. Despite the gravity of the situation, the singer still listens to them, which suggests a form of dependence or admiration for the person.
The line "I've played out my hand, I'm turning it out, The house always wins in the end" seems to be a reference to gambling, where the "house" always wins in the long run. This metaphor implies that the situation was out of the singer's control, and they were just a pawn in a larger game.
The final line "Oh, oh, oh, how I've done myself in" is repeated throughout the song and reinforces the idea that the singer is fully aware of their role in the situation and feels regret for their actions.
Overall, the lyrics suggest a complex emotional experience of regret, disappointment, and resignation in the face of seemingly inevitable consequences.
Line by Line Meaning
I remember you did in the sugar and spices, and sin
I recall how you mixed sugar and spices with sins.
I couldn't believe the place you were putting us in
The situation seemed unbelievable and uncomfortable.
But I listen to you, and your voice takes me out of my skin
Despite my doubts, your voice has a captivating effect on me.
Oh, oh, oh, how I've done myself in
I have made a mistake and caused my own downfall.
I looked to the sky and I saw the sun turning to us
As I searched for a solution, I saw the sun setting on us.
I looked for the road but all I could see was the dust
Although I tried to find a path, all I found was uncertainty and confusion.
I remember your voice when you said it was better for us
I recollect how you reassured us that it was beneficial for us.
I've played out my hand, I'm turning it out
I have exhausted all my options and now accept the consequences.
The house always wins in the end
In the end, the system will always outsmart and triumph over us.
Oh, oh, oh, how I've done myself in
I have made choices that led to my own misery and misfortune.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Basia Bulat
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Zeddiani
This song has a strong Nick Drake vibe to it. smoky voice, finger picked guitar, gorgeous violin arrangements and regretful lyrics. she's seriously amazing.
F Garrett
I heard this song playing in the background of a TV show I was watching and just fell totally in love with it. That voice is so haunting to me. It puts me in mind of Mary Hopkins and Judy Collins. This sister is an amazing talent.
Nadia Nikolova
Beautiful.
Chloe Housh
I LOVE that out of 6,513 views, there are no dislikes! It restores my faith in humanity!
MC Renn
make that 34,040 views :)
dalent
it reminds me Simon&Garfunkel
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