Jurado's solo career began during the mid-1990s, releasing lo-fi folk based recordings on his own cassette-only label, Casa Recordings, beginning in 1995.
Jurado often makes use of found-sound and field-recording techniques, and has experimented with different forms of tape recordings. In 2000 he released Postcards and Audio Letters, a collection of found audio letters and fragments that he had found from sources such as thrift store tape players and answering machines. Also released in 2000 was Ghost of David,, Jurado's bleakest and most personal sounding record to date. I Break Chairs, (2002) was produced by long time friend, David Bazan. It was his last album for Sub Pop, and was a much rockier, electric affair. After signing for the Indiana-based label Secretly Canadian, Damien Jurado reverted to his trademark folk ballad-based style, releasing six more albums: Where Shall You Take Me? (2003), On My Way To Absence (2005), And Now That I'm In Your Shadow (2006), Caught in the Trees (2008), Saint Bartlett (2010) and Maraqopa (2012).
Official blog: iamcaughtinthetrees.blogspot.com
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Damien Jurado Lyrics
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Come on out, they're waiting for you
Mother lost her one and only
Fear the worst, for dead are many
Man, I had seen the ghost of David
In the house of his childhood
Forget him not, still he loves you
Come on out, we're waiting for you
The opening lines of "Ghost of David" by Damien Jurado set the tone for a haunting tale of loss and love that transcends death. The image of a person walking alone on a desert highway creates a sense of isolation and solitude, while the invitation to "come on out" implies that there is a community waiting to welcome them. But the mood quickly turns somber with the mention of a mother who has lost her child, and the foreboding warning to "fear the worst."
The chorus introduces the titular character, the "ghost of David," who is said to reside in the house of his childhood. Despite his death, he still loves those he left behind, and his presence is felt as a comforting reminder that love endures even after we are gone. The final invitation to "come on out" takes on new meaning in light of these themes, suggesting that we can find solace and connection even in the face of death.
Overall, "Ghost of David" is a poignant meditation on mortality and the enduring power of love. Through haunting imagery and sparse, evocative lyrics, Damien Jurado creates a sense of longing and melancholy that lingers long after the song has ended.
Line by Line Meaning
I've seen you walk desert highways
I've witnessed you taking a lone journey on deserted roads
Come on out, they're waiting for you
Join us as people are eagerly waiting for your arrival
Mother lost her one and only
The mother has lost her only child
Fear the worst, for dead are many
Expect the worst as death has taken many
Man, I had seen the ghost of David
I have encountered the apparition of David
In the house of his childhood
It was at his childhood home where I saw him
Forget him not, still he loves you
Don't forget him as he still has love for you
Life is short but love's eternal
Life is brief, but love is infinite
Come on out, we're waiting for you
Please join us as we await your presence
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Damien Jurado
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Henning Kania
Just a big big shame that this man has not more fans/clicks after all these years of outstanding songwriting, many great albums and creativity on the highest level. One of my all time artist. Love you Damien! Peace
Omar Coming
Amen to that…
Alyas Fukename
Agreed. I noticed his actual channel has very few of his songs on it. I found him through my Pandora. I hope he's making decent money through that and Spotify.
Paul Rooker
I'm certain I played this on repeat many many times. Such a good album.
neil smith
johnny go riding, still destroys me, everytime. It was 10 years ago, and 1 day, from me watching him a second time in newcastle at the cluny and I pleaded for it before the show, he played it, the room felt it. I think it was is wife, or someone close, found me after the show to state "he never plays that one" Still, and always will be one of my favourite songs.
Lou Yan
I LOVE your music I listen it again and again thx for upload it ♥
Mariana Possari
OBRIGADA! OBRIGADA! OBRIGADA! MUITO OBRIGADA!!!!!!!
craudia rodregues Santanna
show d Bola essa musica
Nebojsa Savic
Just love it.
MrMfwettlaufer
Wow what beautiful songs!