Tullett's new record Fiancé, which he considers his true debut, is out now on Monotreme Records. On it, Tullett showcases his own natural progression from the influences of modern melodic folk, alternative R&B, and dream pop elements.
Other ongoing projects include working on a full-length release in collaboration with burgeoning alt-folk artist Novo Amor, with love for their first single "Faux" reaching from NPR to BBC Radio 1 and placements in Bones and Pretty Little Liars. Their new collaborative single 'Alps' was released in April 2016 to similar acclaim
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Oxblood
Ed Tullett Lyrics
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The plenty on the side
Spill awnings, stay afloat
The cavernous abide
The blurring of your throat
Still caving half your eyes
An aviary in notes
That evening I was prone
Lost sycophantic pride
Appealing to your bones
A reeling in your side
The canter to atone
The canter to atone
A fawning by design
But via alone
And ultimate resign
Ivory along
Suscitated tongue
I had palms that sung
I had palms that stung
The lyrics to Ed Tullett's song Oxblood are written in poetic language, which can be open to interpretation. The first verse begins with the line, "In oxblood on my coat," which refers to a type of dark red. This color is often associated with violence or passion, both of which may be present in the song. The next line, "The plenty on the side," could be interpreted in a few ways. It could be referring to the excess or abundance of something else, or it could be a vague reference to a side story or event. "Spill awnings, stay afloat" brings to mind a soggy, rainy scene where the singer is struggling to keep dry, perhaps on the side of a building where the water spills off the awning but they remain floating by clinging on.
The second verse is where the meaning becomes even more ambiguous as it opens with "The blurring of your throat," which could be construed as a reference to the physical act of crying or choking, or perhaps refers to the sensation of being choked with emotion. The following line, "Still caving half your eyes," is another enigmatic turn of phrase. It could be referring to the way someone's eyes become filled with tears and half-closed when they are upset, or it could be referencing the feeling of looking at the world through a distorted lens when in a state of heightened emotion. "An aviary in notes" suggests a multitude of sounds or voices, which could be interpreted as a sense of chaos or frantic energy within the situation described. "A keeling in your thighs" could be interpreted as a physical response to a difficult situation, where the legs may be weak or shaking.
The third verse has a more tangible quality to it, with "That evening I was prone" suggesting a moment of vulnerability or weakness. "Lost sycophantic pride" could perhaps refer to a moment of regret or shame for pandering or flattering someone else, while "appealing to your bones" means making a direct appeal or request to the other person. "A reeling in your side" could be a reference to a physical reaction to stress or pain. The repetition of "The canter to atone" adds a sense of urgency or desperation to the song, and "a fawning by design" suggests manipulation or false motives. "But via alone / And ultimate resign" suggests that the singers' actions are driven by a desire to be alone and to give up on the situation they find themselves in.
Line by Line Meaning
In oxblood on my coat
My coat is stained with oxblood color, which indicates the existence of blood on it.
The plenty on the side
There's an abundance or plethora of something present on the side (not further specified).
Spill awnings, stay afloat
The awnings are overflowing, and yet they're managing to stay afloat, possibly suggesting resilience or persistence.
The cavernous abide
The abode (residence) is large and expansive like a cavern, indicating that it's empty, hollow or perhaps vast.
The blurring of your throat
Your throat appears to be hazy or unclear, giving the impression of some problem or sickness.
Still caving half your eyes
Your eyes are partially caving in, indicating exhaustion or strain.
An aviary in notes
There's a variety or multitude of musical notes, conjuring the image of an aviary filled with different kinds of birds.
A keeling in your thighs
Your thighs are buckling or tipping over, indicating some strain, exhaustion, or perhaps sexual arousal.
That evening I was prone
On that particular evening, I was lying down helplessly, feeling vulnerable or exposed.
Lost sycophantic pride
I've misplaced my servile or obsequious sense of pride, feeling ashamed or dejected.
Appealing to your bones
I'm trying to appeal or persuade you deeply and authentically, reaching the core of your being (bones being the most essential part of the body).
A reeling in your side
You're feeling dizzy or disoriented on your side, indicating some physical or emotional imbalance.
The canter to atone
I'm trying to make amends for something, perhaps by changing my pace or approach.
The canter to atone
Reiteration of the previous line for emphasis.
A fawning by design
I'm behaving obsequiously or in a servile manner intentionally, probably to gain some advantage or favor.
But via alone
However, I'm doing this alone, without any support or assistance.
And ultimate resign
Despite my efforts to please or make things right, I'm ultimately resigned or accepting of the outcome, possibly indicating a feeling of defeat or failure.
Ivory along
There's something white, smooth or precious (ivory) alongside, without specifying what it is.
Suscitated tongue
The tongue is stimulated or awakened, perhaps by an experience or sensation.
I had palms that sung
My hands were capable of producing beautiful, harmonious sounds or music.
I had palms that stung
However, my hands were also capable of inflicting pain or harm, perhaps indicating a sense of duality or ambiguity.
Writer(s): Edward Tullett
Contributed by Jonathan D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@poppygirl8457
I shared this song with my best friend on a fishing bridge at midnight.
His Jeep didn’t have a radio, so we shared headphones.
I was in love with him and didn’t know he was in love with me.
That was the beginning of the best 4 months of my life. We were together. So in love. So full of life.
We can’t be together though.
We said goodbye in a parking lot in the beginning of July. That was 2 years ago.
I still think about him every day. I know he still loves me too.
I hope our paths cross again in this life.
I miss you, my Jake.
@deangio2000
Fault her further on
All her flaws were gone
Covered in everything
Coveted all at once
Everything covering
Everything all at once
But I would fake
I would hate
I would break every inch of my love
But I would fake
I would hate
I would break every inch of my love
Every inch of my love
Halt her collarbone
All her haunts were home
Covered in everything
Coveted all at once
Everything covering
Everything all at once
And I saw the peaks on my own
That you probably meant for us
And I tore the fear from my bones
That you probably never lost
And I saw the peaks on my own
That you probably meant for us
And I tore the fear from my bones
That you probably never lost
But I would fake
I would hate
I would break every inch of my love
But I would fake
I would hate
I would break every inch of my love
But I would fake
I would hate
I would break every inch of my love
Every inch of my love
@rachels9937
I want everyone to listen to your music but at the same time I like keeping it a secret
@janekakudi2583
same ;)
@pavvlon922
Each time I listen to Novo Amor songs I feel like having a trip on a van with all the people here while the sun is falling and everybody's laughing & having a good time :')
@rachels9937
+Zodiac L me too, that would be amazing!
@Angela-tu4zr
+Rachel S it´s our little secret
@samuelmamentu9445
hahahaha i thought i'm the only one
@TheDestLife
It's not possible to listen to this song only once.
@jordanfc8181
Jason Mendelssohn I had it on repeat for an entire day before.
@eunicechung1751
Jordan Cook one day only??? i don't mean to brag but this song is my religion
@SKate0994
Oh my god, this is like my 20th within the hour, if it’s possible