He played with three Louisville hardcore and hardcore-inflected bands in his early career. He got his start as guitarist for Maurice, but he first recorded with Solution Unknown. He rose to prominence as part of the post-rock band Slint. Since its breakup he has contributed to many lineups, playing and recording with Will Oldham, The For Carnation, Tortoise, Stereolab, Royal Trux, King Kong, Bush League, Zwan, and Peggy Honeywell.
He had recorded several instumental albums and EPs under various monikers, Aerial M, M, Papa M before picking up the microphone and singing, his first recordings being the EP Papa M Sings (2001), and subsequent album Whatever, Mortal (2001). He currently records under the name Pajo.
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Icicles
David Pajo Lyrics
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And loosen up your mind
The frost is forming on your dreams
Icicles on your thoughts of me
If it makes you happy go your way
I saw a skeleton in the photograph
I know that face so well
I guess the memories go on and on and on
I was leaning in the doorway
Waking up to hit the ground
I was hoping that you'd come around
If it makes you happy go your way
I am the architect the father of man
An offering of grace
Though the creature has long since passed
O not my love
If it makes you happy go your way
The lyrics of David Pajo's song "Icicles" convey a sense of vulnerability and introspection. The first line, "Tis the season to be vulnerable," sets the tone for the rest of the song, suggesting that this is a time of year when emotions tend to be raw and exposed. The second line, "And loosen up your mind," encourages listeners to let go of their inhibitions and allow themselves to be more open and receptive.
The next two lines, "The frost is forming on your dreams / Icicles on your thoughts of me," use the imagery of winter and ice to suggest that the singer's relationship with the subject of the song is becoming distant and cold. The repetition of the line, "If it makes you happy go your way," underscores this sense of separation and implies that the singer is resigned to the fact that the other person is moving on.
The final lines of the song, "I am the architect the father of man / An offering of grace / Though the creature has long since passed / O not my love," suggest that the singer has some kind of philosophical or spiritual message to impart. He sees himself as a creator or guide, offering something of value to the world, but also acknowledges that things inevitably come to an end. The final line, "If it makes you happy go your way," is repeated once more, suggesting that the singer is content to let go and move on.
Line by Line Meaning
Tis the season to be vulnerable
It's the time of the year when people are more susceptible to getting hurt emotionally.
And loosen up your mind
Forget about your worries and be open to new experiences.
The frost is forming on your dreams
Your aspirations are starting to fade away just like how frost is formed on a cold night.
Icicles on your thoughts of me
Your thoughts or feelings towards me have become cold and distant.
If it makes you happy go your way
Do what makes you happy, even if it means leaving me behind.
I saw a skeleton in the photograph
Looking at an old picture reminded me of someone who's no longer with us.
I know that face so well
I'm familiar with the person in the picture and the memories associated with them.
I guess the memories go on and on and on
The memories of that person continue to linger and haunt me.
I was leaning in the doorway
I was standing by the door, hoping to see someone arrive.
Waking up to hit the ground
Starting the day with a feeling of disappointment and defeat.
I was hoping that you'd come around
I was hoping that the person I'm waiting for would finally arrive.
I am the architect the father of man
I feel responsible for shaping the lives of the people around me.
An offering of grace
I offer kindness and forgiveness to those who may have wronged me.
Though the creature has long since passed
Even if the subject of my affection is long gone, my feelings for them remain.
O not my love
Oh, my love, don't go.
Contributed by Kennedy B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Jesse Zeus
Love Pajos work. Guitar and distortion Reminds me of Nick drake and Elliot Smith
Wladimir Espinoza
awesome!
zz jones
similar to elliott smith...who i love
thebibibot
:)