Violinist Marja Tuhkanen and the cellist Bertrand Galen (both fresh from performing with the Irish band Interference) also collaborated on the album. It was released on April 21st, 2006 (coinciding with Hansard's 36th birthday).
Hansard and Marketa starred together in the film 'Once' by writer/director John Carney (a former bass player of The Frames). Many songs of the album The Swell Season were used in this film, which won the World Cinema Audience Award at Sundance 2007. Falling Slowly won the 2008 Academy Award for Best Original Song. In Once, according to the Falling Slowly Songfacts, Hansard played an Irish busker who has a romantic relationship with Irglova's Czech flower seller. Bob Dylan was so taken by the film that he asked Hansard and Irglova to be the opening act on his world tour. For more info: http://www.myspace.com/oncethemovie
Note on tagging tracks:
For the purists out there... Please tag tracks with "The Swell Season" unless it's a live performance featuring only Glen Hansard and Markéta Irglová - in which case use "Glen Hansard & Markéta Irglová").
This Low
Glen Hansard & Markéta Irglová Lyrics
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So whatever way it works out we both get the blame
In the arms of this low
And you took the wind right out of my sails
By sweating me out on all the little details
In the arms of this low
In the arms of this low
We made a choice and we knew we would pay
For stealing the joy and trying to escape
From the arms of this low
And if by some chance you break from the pack
You know I'll be waiting to welcome you back
In the arms of this low
Into the arms of this low
Thread the light (x4)
Shine the light
Don't hide the light
Live the light
And give the light
Seek the light
And speak the light
Crave the light
And brave the light
Stare the light
And share the light
Show the light
And know the light
Raise the light
And praise the light
Thread the light
And spread the light
The song "This Low" by Glen Hansard and Markéta Irglová talks about a plan that was made but was subject to change, and they believed that no matter how it turns out, both of them will get the blame. They are both in a low point in their lives and seem to be struggling with something. The lyrics "In the arms of this low" suggest that they are both stuck in a situation they cannot seem to get out of. The line "You took the wind right out of my sails by sweating me out on all the little details" can be interpreted as one person being very critical of the other and causing them to lose their motivation.
Despite the challenges they face, they both seem to have made a choice and are willing to pay for it, which suggests that they are ready to face the consequences of their decisions. The lyrics also suggest that they are waiting for each other to come back into the arms of this low again. The repetition of the phrase "Thread the light" suggests that the two are looking for a way to find light in their current situation and overcome their struggles. They urge themselves to seek, speak, crave, brave, stare, share, show, raise, and praise the light while encouraging others to do the same.
Overall, "This Low" is a melancholy song about two people trying to navigate a difficult situation while searching for a way out.
Line by Line Meaning
We made a plan that was subject to change
We made a plan, but we both knew that it was not a firm one and things could change along the way.
So whatever way it works out we both get the blame
If anything goes wrong, we will both take responsibility, regardless of who caused it.
In the arms of this low
We are currently in a difficult situation or state of mind that we can't easily escape from.
And you took the wind right out of my sails
You made me lose my enthusiasm or energy by overwhelming me with many small but demanding tasks.
By sweating me out on all the little details
You put too much pressure on me by being overly meticulous about the minuscule aspects.
We made a choice and we knew we would pay
We took a decision and were aware that it would have a particular consequence that we'll have to bear.
For stealing the joy and trying to escape
We attempted to be content and happy, but in doing so, we unintentionally made things harder and more complicated.
And if by some chance you break from the pack
If you manage to succeed and move ahead of the competition,
You know I'll be waiting to welcome you back
You can always return if you need assistance to overcome the situation.
Thread the light (x8)
Follow the path to enlightenment or hope, and don't give up even when it seems difficult.
Shine the light
Let your light of positivity and hopefulness radiate outwardly.
Don't hide the light
Don't be afraid to show your optimism to the world and let your light shine through.
Live the light
Embody and live by the values of positivity, hopefulness, and optimism.
And give the light
Share your knowledge and experience with others to help them adopt a brighter perspective and better understand the world around them.
Seek the light
Search for and strive towards enlightenment, understanding, and positivity.
And speak the light
Use your voice to share knowledge and ideas that can foster positivity and a better future.
Crave the light
Have a deep desire for positivity, hope, and good in the world.
And brave the light
Be bold and fearless in the pursuit of enlightenment and hope, even when the odds are stacked against you.
Stare the light
Look confidently towards the brighter side of things and refuse to be disheartened by temporary setbacks or failures.
And share the light
Disseminate knowledge, understanding, and positivity to those around you, giving others the chance to see and benefit from your light.
Show the light
Be an example of hope, optimism, and positivity for others to emulate and follow.
And know the light
Understand and believe that positivity, hopefulness, and enlightenment are achievable and adhere to them.
Raise the light
Uplift and inspire others with your light of positiveness, encouraging them to adopt the same values and outlook.
And praise the light
Acknowledge and celebrate the positivity and hope that others showcase.
Thread the light
Follow the path of enlightenment and hope, and spread the light to others so that they may also find their way.
And spread the light
Disseminate the light of positiveness and hopefulness, share it with everyone you meet so that they too can benefit and take part.
Contributed by Kaylee G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Stella Galo
We made a plan that was subject to change
So whatever way it works out we both get the blame
In the arms of this low
And you took the wind right out of my sails
By sweating me out on all the little details
In the arms of this low
In the arms of this low
Thread the light [x8]
We made a choice and we knew we would pay
For stealing the joy and trying to escape
From the arms of this low
And if by some chance you break from the pack
You know I'll be waiting to welcome you back
In the arms of this low
Into the arms of this low
Thread the light [x4]
Shine the light
Don't hide the light
Live the light
And give the light
Seek the light
And speak the light
Crave the light
And brave the light
Stare the light
And share the light
Show the light
And know the light
Raise the light
And praise the light
Thread the light
And spread the light
29.10.2018
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y gracias por compartir la canción Guillermo c: