1) Fawn is the brainchild of … Read Full Bio ↴There are multiple artists named Fawn:
1) Fawn is the brainchild of Cracknation Records founder Jason Novak. Known for his more caustic projects such as the drum and bass team DJ? Acucrack, or the hardcore industrial band Acumen Nation, Fawn attempts to recall the true heartache and swoon of the original shoe-gazer movement, with heavier production and a darker edge. Featuring members of the now defunct bands Atombombpocketknife and Starstruck.
2) Fawn is one alias of British electronic musician Mark Bell. They released the 'Klip EP' in 1995.
3) Fawn was an American band that hit local fame in the Chicago area in the mid 70s. The bassist, Ricky Young was the Brother of James "Jy" of Styx.
4) Fawn is an American singer-songwriter and model from Los Angeles, CA.
5) Fawn is a Belgian artist.
6) Fawn is a noisy shoegaze band from San Antonio, USA.
Stitch it Down
Fawn Lyrics
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Like I never want to free myself again
It's gone too far, now I recognize the face that I most fear
It's the one that's cringing down inside my mirror and calling my name
And I won't care if I see you on the way down
I'd trade my glory for a place in the background
'Cuz I can watch you fall much better from way down here
How doomed I am to live a life of negativity
All because of something I can't be, but it's all I have
The hope and promise of your self destructive past
I know you cry when you pretend to stop and laugh and feel okay
The lyrics of Fawn's song Stitch it Down paints a picture of self-destruction and negativity. The opening lines, "It's all a mess twisted up in all this alien revenge/Like I never want to free myself again," suggest the emotional turmoil the singer is experiencing. The use of the word "alien" emphasizes the feeling of disconnection, as if the source of their problems is not of this world, but rather something foreign and incomprehensible.
The lines, "It's gone too far, now I recognize the face that I most fear/It's the one that's cringing down inside my mirror and calling my name" illustrate the singer's recognition of their own culpability in their situation. They have become their own worst enemy, and their own reflection serves as a constant reminder of this fact. The sense of fear conveyed in these lines is palpable, as if the singer is struggling to come to grips with the reality of their own actions.
The chorus, "And I won't care if I see you on the way down/I'd trade my glory for a place in the background/'Cuz I can watch you fall much better from way down here," speaks to the bitterness and resentment the singer feels towards someone who has caused them harm. The desire to see the other person fail, or at least to not succeed as well as the singer, demonstrates the depth of the emotions at play.
Overall, Stitch it Down is a powerful reflection on the destructive nature of negative emotions, and the toll they can take on our lives.
Line by Line Meaning
It's all a mess twisted up in all this alien revenge
The situation is chaotic and convoluted, fueled by a sense of vengeance that feels foreign to me.
Like I never want to free myself again
I'm experiencing a sense of helplessness that makes me want to avoid trying to escape the situation at hand.
It's gone too far, now I recognize the face that I most fear
The situation has escalated beyond my control and I'm now faced with the worst possible outcome I feared.
It's the one that's cringing down inside my mirror and calling my name
The source of my fear resides within myself and is a reflection of my own insecurities.
And I won't care if I see you on the way down
I'm indifferent to the prospect of seeing you suffer the consequences of your actions, especially if it means I'm no longer in the spotlight.
I'd trade my glory for a place in the background
I would rather relinquish my success and status to return to a place of obscurity where I'm not in the public eye.
'Cuz I can watch you fall much better from way down here
Being removed from the situation allows me to more fully appreciate and even relish in your downfall.
How doomed I am to live a life of negativity
I feel resigned to a life of pessimism and negativity in the face of difficult circumstances.
All because of something I can't be, but it's all I have
The root of my negativity is a situation or outcome that I desire but am unable to achieve or attain.
The hope and promise of your self destructive past
The potential for your downfall due to your own self-destructive tendencies gives me a glimmer of hope and satisfaction.
I know you cry when you pretend to stop and laugh and feel okay
I sense the pain and sorrow you're trying to conceal behind a facade of happiness and know that your suffering brings me a small sense of contentment.
Contributed by Juliana O. Suggest a correction in the comments below.