1) Frances is a… Read Full Bio ↴There's more than one artist by the name of Frances.
1) Frances is a singer/songwriter from Liverpool whose debut single 'Coming Up For Air' has been picked up by BBC Introducing and playlisted for radio airplay. She's drawn comparisons to the likes of London Grammar, Coldplay and Laura Welsh.
Her official single "Fire My Save You" was released by french label Kitsuné in September 2014.
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2) "Think about the Brian Wilsons of the world, the Neutral Milk Hotels, the Captain
Beefhearts…It would be presumptuous to make such a bold statement about Paul
Hogan, who’s the mastermind behind Frances, but it doesn’t seem too far off, either. A frighteningly talented songwriter and multi-instrumentalist… he’s the kind of musical mind you don’t want to doubt." – The L Magazine
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Drifting
Frances Lyrics
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Don't mean I'm useless
I'm choking smoke
A sea of letters fall out
One by one married
But I am changing for the better
But one by one they'll start to leave
Drifting
A lover for the taking
Another heart for the breaking
Drifting
I'm a lover for the taking
I'm another heart for the breaking
Just 'cause I'm late
Don't mean I'm losing
I've laid awake
To keep from bruising
One by one married
But I am putting out for sale
Love's package with a seal
For any mother with a dying hope ?
Drifting
A lover for the taking
Another heart for the breaking
Drifting
I'm a lover for the taking
I'm another heart for the breaking
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The lyrics to Frances's song "Drifting" convey a sense of struggle and vulnerability, as well as a longing for connection and acceptance. The first verse begins with the line "Just 'cause I'm broke, Don't mean I'm useless," suggesting that despite her financial struggles, she still possesses value and worth. The line "I'm choking smoke, A sea of letters fall out" can be interpreted as a metaphor for feeling overwhelmed by the weight of her emotions and personal experiences. It may imply that she is burdened by past relationships or memories that continue to affect her.
The chorus emphasizes a willingness to embrace love, despite the risk of heartbreak. The lines "Drifting, A lover for the taking, Another heart for the breaking" express a desire to find love and be loved, even though it may lead to pain and heartache. The repetition of the phrase "I'm a lover for the taking, I'm another heart for the breaking" highlights a resignation to the cyclical nature of relationships, suggesting that she may struggle with trust and fear of abandonment.
The second verse introduces the line "Just 'cause I'm late, Don't mean I'm losing," which could symbolize a sense of being behind in life or lagging behind others. The following line, "I've laid awake, To keep from bruising," suggests that she has stayed awake, perhaps out of fear or anxiety, to protect herself from emotional harm. This may imply that she has been hurt in the past and is now cautious about getting hurt again.
Overall, "Drifting" conveys a poignant message about the complexities of love and the personal battles one may face while searching for connection. The lyrics reflect a longing for acceptance and understanding, as well as a cautious approach to vulnerability. Despite the potential for heartbreak, there remains a desire to find love and grow emotionally, even though it may be accompanied by pain and uncertainty.
Line by Line Meaning
Just 'cause I'm broke
Even though I don't have money
Don't mean I'm useless
It doesn't mean I have no value
I'm choking smoke
I feel overwhelmed and suffocated
A sea of letters fall out
Words and emotions pour out of me
One by one married
Each person finding their love
But I am changing for the better
But I am growing and improving
But one by one they'll start to leave
But one by one they will abandon me
'Cause it's a pity I'm still cold and I'm on the run
Because it's unfortunate that I am still distant and avoiding commitments
Drifting
Feeling lost and directionless
A lover for the taking
Someone who is available for love
Another heart for the breaking
But I will just end up hurting another person
Just 'cause I'm late
Even though I am running behind schedule
Don't mean I'm losing
It doesn't mean I am failing
I've laid awake
I have spent sleepless nights
To keep from bruising
Trying to protect myself from emotional pain
But I am putting out for sale
But I am making myself available
Love's package with a seal
My love that comes with a commitment
For any mother with a dying hope
For any person who still hopes for a loving connection
Ooh ooh ooh ooh ooh
Vocalization expressing emotions
Ooh ooh ooh ooh ooh
Vocalization expressing emotions
Ooh ooh ooh ooh ooh, ooh ooh ooh
Vocalization expressing emotions
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: SOPHIE FRANCES COOKE
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