Ms. Rose's music is haunted by the ghosts of 60s girl group, Brill Building, and 80s and 90s noise pop in equal measure. It's a spooky, lovely sound -- Frankie's ethereal yet affectation-free voice swirling in a sea of church-like harmonies over a bed of tambourines, bells, and propulsive drumming. Recalling in spirit such groups as The Aislers Set and Black Tambourine, Frankie's music is both timeless and immediate, both deeply personal and completely universal.
Pitchfork cited her song "Where Do You Run To?" as one of the best of 2008, and now with much anticipation The legendary Slumberland Records brings Frankie's debut 7". Recorded at Marlborough Farms Studio with Gary Olson, Kyle Forrester and Crystal Stilts' J.B. Townsend.....
In 2010 she released her debut album as Frankie Rose And The Outs with backing band The Outs. In 2012 she released her follow up, "Interstellar".
Minor Times
Frankie Rose Lyrics
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The life I lead
Would ask the world to marry me
Near oh you have to be
So much closer to the end
But a void
Brings an endless space
As a feral place
We don′t sleep, we dream
Living in-between
We don't sleep, we dream
Living in-between
All of my
Second sight
Wants to bring me to my knees
Dreams so real
Make me feel
Like we′re coming to the end
But a void
Brings an endless space
Beats the world
As a feral place
We don't sleep, we dream
Living in-between
We don't sleep, we dream
Living in-between
(But the void brings an endless space)
(Beats the world as a feral place)
We don′t sleep, we dream
(The world keeps getting in the way)
Living in-between
(Dreams keep getting in the way)
We don′t sleep, we dream
(The world keeps getting in the way)
Living in-between
(Dreams keep getting in the way)
We don't sleep, we dream
(The world keeps getting in the way)
Living in-between
(Dreams keep getting in the way)
We don′t sleep, we dream
(The world keeps getting in the way)
Living in-between
(Dreams keep getting in the way)
We don't sleep, we dream
Living in-between
We don′t sleep, we dream
Living in-between
The lyrics to Frankie Rose's song "Minor Times" describe a sense of finding oneself and experiencing a new level of freedom. The first verse talks about having found a new life, and being willing to commit to it with marriage. However, this new life seems to require being near the end of something, perhaps the end of the old way of living. The chorus discusses how this new life is not just about sleeping, but about dreaming, and living in-between two worlds. The life may not be perfect, as there is a void that creates an endless space, and the world can be a feral place. But still, the dream is worth pursuing.
The second verse discusses how this new life brings with it a sense of second sight, or the ability to see beyond the surface-level of life. This sight requires getting on one's knees, perhaps showing a sense of humility in order to fully embrace this new life. The dreams that come with this new life are so real that they make the end feel near, but again, there is a void and a feral world that stands in the way. The chorus repeats, emphasizing that this life is not about just sleeping, but about living in a state of dreaming.
Throughout the song, there is a sense of tension between the old world and the new world, the waking world and the dream world, and the freedom and the void that comes with it. However, the lyrics suggest that embracing this life of dreaming, living in-between, and pursuing a new freedom is worth it, even in the face of challenges and uncertainty.
Line by Line Meaning
Found and freed
I have finally discovered and liberated the life that I was meant to live.
The life I lead
The lifestyle I have chosen for myself.
Would ask the world to marry me
I am content with how my life is going and would like to commit to it forever.
Near oh you have to be
To truly experience life the way I do, you have to be close to the end of it.
So much closer to the end
I feel as though every day could be my last and cherish them as such.
But a void
Despite my newfound joy, there is still a sense of emptiness within me.
Brings an endless space
This emptiness feels infinite and overwhelming.
Beats the world
This emptiness is more powerful than anything else in my life.
As a feral place
It feels like a wild and untamed thing, lurking inside me.
We don't sleep, we dream
My mind is always active, even when my body is at rest.
Living in-between
I exist in a space between consciousness and unconsciousness.
All of my
Every part of me
Second sight
My intuition or psychic ability
Wants to bring me to my knees
Is urging me to surrender to this greater power within me.
Dreams so real
My dreams feel as though they are more than just idle thoughts.
Make me feel
Evoke emotions within me.
Like we're coming to the end
The dreams are foreshadowing an end to something, either big or small.
(But the void brings an endless space)
(Beats the world as a feral place)
The world keeps getting in the way
The distractions and responsibilities of everyday life interfere with my ability to fully embrace my dreams and intuition.
Dreams keep getting in the way
But my dreams and intuition keep trying to lead me towards something greater, despite the distractions.
We don't sleep, we dream
Repeating the earlier sentiment of always being mentally active, even while sleeping.
Living in-between
Remaining in that blurred space between reality and imagination.
We don't sleep, we dream
Reinforcing the idea that this in-between state is my reality.
Living in-between
Repeating the sentiment that I am always in the realm of the unknown, where dreams and intuitions reside.
Writer(s): Frankie Madaline Rose
Contributed by Leo K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@OsamaMoloy
Who's here from "newness" ?
@Cynthia-qo9wu
I heard this song in a department store I completely froze and closed my eyes I felt like I was floating
@muchadoaboutnails3447
Cynthia Urrea its always like that isnt it you hear some of the best tunes in shops and stores... heard it in Pret!
@shortlinesusa
Great show opening up for Alvvays at the Bluebird in Bloomington, IN Saturday night! Everyone around me was very captivated when this song played. Sounded absolutely beautiful live!
@Romany1111
One of the best songs on Herin Wild, among many excellent ones on the record. This is so well-produced, and so well played, it's almost disgusting. Frankie say, "Pop!"
@FantasyLord19
I have always had vivid dreams, and can still recall some old dreams I had. To me, dreams were never just images popping up during night - they were real places I have visited when I closed my eyes. I have visited some locations several times when I dreamed, and I'm always glad to see them again when I sleep. This song feels like an anthem to that magical place I visit when I sleep, and I'm so glad it exists <3
@CheezyC
This shit is brilliant.
@chellyrivas7926
loving it!👍
@GenesisJak
Thank you iTunes Radio
@mja12685
Great surfing music.