Growing up in Malibu, California, she began learning the violin at the age of four and left regular school five years later with the goal of becoming a world-class violinist; she practiced eight or nine hours a day and read a wide range of literature. Progressing to writing her own music, she studied under various teachers and went to Indiana University, which she left over issues regarding the relationship between classical music and the appearance of the performer. Through her own independent label Traitor Records, Autumn debuted with her classical album On a Day: Music for Violin & Continuo, followed by the release in 2003 of her album Enchant.
She appeared in singer Courtney Love's backing band on her 2004 America's Sweetheart tour and returned to Europe. She released the 2006 album Opheliac with the German label Trisol Music Group. In 2007, she released Laced/Unlaced; the re-release of On a Day... appeared as Laced with songs on the electric violin as Unlaced. She later left Trisol to join New York-based The End Records in 2009 and release Opheliac in the United States, where previously it had only been available as an import. Currently she is on tour to promote her newest album Fight Like A Girl. She played the role of Painted Doll in Darren Lynn Bousman's 2012 film The Devil's Carnival.
How Strange
Emilie Autumn Lyrics
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How strange, how strange
'Cause you know what they say
About the visions in your head and what they mean
How strange, how strange
That you should feel that way
I'm not living in an ordinary world
And I don't believe in playing like I know that game
You're not heading for an ordinary love
'Cause I'm not the one that you should think of
And I'm not a prize that you can claim
You know I think it's strange
Just a little bit deranged
That you think I'm gonna change to make you happy
If you can tell me why
I should wait around then I
May be coming down
But until then this means
You can see me in your dreams
When you are sleeping do you
When you are sleeping do you
When you are sleeping do you dream
How strange
I'm more than happy in my candlelight
How strange, how strange
That you should come to my dominion
In the middle of the darkest night
How strange, how strange
That you should even try
I'm not living in an ordinary world
'Cause I'm not your ordinary good girl
And I don't believe in playing like I know that game
You're not heading for an ordinary love
'Cause I'm not the one that you should think of
And I'm not a prize that you can claim
You know I think it's strange
Just a little bit deranged
That you think I'm gonna change to make you happy
If you can tell me why
I should wait around then I
May be coming down
But until then this means
You can see me in your dreams
Just a little bit deranged
That you think I'm gonna change to make you happy
If you can tell me why
I should wait around then I
May be coming down
But until then this means
You can see me
Supernatural, yes it's true
Tell me what are you gonna do
About this love
Are you strong enough
To love me for the way I am
I don't think you understand
That you can't hold me in your hand
If you want me
You had better find a way to show me
But don't you think you know me
'Cause I'm not looking for a boy to call my own
I'll do just fine alone
You know I think it's strange
Just a little bit deranged
That you think I'm gonna change to make you happy
If you can tell me why
I should wait around then I
May be coming down
But until then this means
You can see me in your dreams
You know I think it's strange
That you think I'm gonna change to make you happy
If you can tell me why
I should wait around then I
May be coming down
But until then this means
You can see me in your dreams
I don't come when you call
I don't try to be nice
I don't care after all
I don't take your advice
I don't answer your prayers
I don't do as you say
Love if you really care
You'd better find another way
You know I think it's strange
That you think I'm gonna change to make you happy
If you can tell me why
I should wait around then I
May be coming down
But until then this means
You can see me in your dreams
When you are sleeping do you
When you are sleeping do you
When you are sleeping do you dream
The lyrics to Emilie Autumn's song "How Strange" depict a rejection of an ordinary romantic relationship. The singer is asking if the person thinks of her in their dreams, which demonstrates that she is aware of their interest, but she is not willing to change who she is for the sake of their relationship. The lyrics reveal that the singer is not a typical "good girl" and does not subscribe to the game-playing and expectations that come with ordinary relationships. She does not view herself as a prize to be won or claimed by someone else. The song implies that she is content with her independence and is not interested in changing her ways to fit a conventional mold of what a good partner looks like.
The song's chorus of "You know I think it's strange / Just a little bit deranged / That you think I'm gonna change to make you happy" reiterates the message that the singer is not willing to change to fit into a conventional relationship. The bridge of the song adds to this message. The singer tells the person in question that they do not know her and cannot hold her in their hand. She suggests that if they really care, they should find another way to show it besides trying to force her to conform to their expectations.
In summary, "How Strange" is a rejection of ordinary romantic relationships, and the singer refuses to change to make someone else happy. The song highlights the singer's independence and unwillingness to conform to conventional expectations of love and relationships.
Line by Line Meaning
When you are sleeping do you dream of me
Do I occupy your mind when you're lost in slumber?
How strange, how strange
It's peculiar, isn't it?
'Cause you know what they say
You're aware of what the proverbial 'they' say.
About the visions in your head and what they mean
They talk about the significance of the images in your brain.
That you should feel that way
It's surprising that you have such emotions.
I'm not living in an ordinary world
I exist in an unconventional universe.
'Cause I'm not your ordinary good girl
I am not the type of girl you would normally associate with goodness.
And I don't believe in playing like I know that game
I don't subscribe to the notion of pretending to follow the rules.
You're not heading for an ordinary love
Your love experience won't be standard or typical.
'Cause I'm not the one that you should think of
I am not the person you should have in mind.
And I'm not a prize that you can claim
I'm not an object for you to win or possess.
You know I think it's strange
I find it odd.
Just a little bit deranged
Perhaps a bit crazy.
That you think I'm gonna change to make you happy
It's crazy to think that I will modify myself to bring you joy.
If you can tell me why
But if you explain to me why.
I should wait around then I
I might stay and listen.
May be coming down
I could start to fall for you.
But until then this means
Until such a time, it represents this.
You can see me in your dreams
You can conjure me up in your subconscious state.
I'm more than happy in my candlelight
I find pleasure in my solitude and dim lighting.
That you should come to my dominion
It's curious that you ventured into my territory.
In the middle of the darkest night
Especially in the dead of night.
That you should even try
It's surprising that you attempted.
Supernatural, yes it's true
It's true that there is something beyond the natural realm.
Tell me what are you gonna do
What's your plan?
About this love
Regarding the love between us.
Are you strong enough
Are you emotionally capable.
To love me for the way I am
To accept me as I am.
I don't think you understand
I don't believe you comprehend.
That you can't hold me in your hand
You can't control me.
If you want me
If you desire me.
You had better find a way to show me
You should figure out a method to prove it.
But don't you think you know me
However, don't assume that you know who I am.
'Cause I'm not looking for a boy to call my own
Because I'm not seeking a male partner to claim ownership of.
I'll do just fine alone
I can manage solo.
I don't come when you call
I won't respond to your beck and call.
I don't try to be nice
Being pleasant is not my effort.
I don't care after all
Ultimately, I'm indifferent.
I don't take your advice
I won't accept your guidance.
I don't answer your prayers
I won't fulfill your wishes.
I don't do as you say
I won't follow your orders.
Love if you really care
If you genuinely love me.
You'd better find another way
You need to devise another method to convey it.
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Written by: KEVIN COYNE
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