Grizzly Bear was originally the solo project of Edward Droste (vocals/guitar), who recorded his debut album Horn of Plenty at home. The record was originally meant for his friends, but it eventually circulated and got a proper release in 2004, this time with the help of Christopher Bear (drums/vocals). A re-release with a bonus disc of remixes was issued in 2005.
2005 also saw the addition of the two other band members, Chris Taylor (woodwinds/electronics/engineering/production) and Daniel Rossen (vocals/guitar). Playing as a four piece allowed the complexity of sound that was recorded on Horn of Plenty to be played live. The band toured throughout the year, playing songs off the first album as well as some of the new songs they were collectively writing that would make up Yellow House.
An album of Droste's early demo recordings, Sorry for the Delay, was released in 2006. Later that year they signed to Warp to release Yellow House on September 4th, 2006, to great acclaim.
In 2007, the band released Friend EP, which features outtakes, alternate versions, and covers done by CSS, Band of Horses, and Atlas Sound. In addition, members of the Dirty Projectors and Beirut collaborated with the band on "Alligator" and the EP's hidden track.
The band released their third full length album, Veckatimest, on May 26, 2009. After extensive touring, the band took a six month hiatus and then reconvened to record in Marfa, Texas and Cape Cod and released their fourth full length album, Shields, on September 18, 2012.
10. Deep Blue Sea
Grizzly Bear Lyrics
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On a deep blue sea
Deep blue sea darlin
On a deep blue sea
And it was mamma that got
Drowned in out in that deep blue sea
Silver spade
Dig his grave darlin with a
Silver spade
And it was brother that got
Drowned in out in that deep blue sea
Drop him down darlin
With a golden chain
Drop him down darlin
With a golden chain
And it was daddy that got
Drowned in out in that deep blue sea
The lyrics of Grizzly Bear's song "Deep Blue Sea" paint a somber picture of mourning and loss. The repeated phrase "On a deep blue sea" creates a feeling of being adrift and lost, underscoring the theme of grief. The verses speak of the deaths of the singer's mother, brother, and father in the deep blue sea, with each of their burials accompanied by a different precious metal - silver, golden, and iron. The use of precious metals in the funerary descriptions highlights the value and importance of the lives that have been lost.
The song is hauntingly beautiful and evokes a sense of sorrowful acceptance of life's unpredictable nature. The repetition of the chorus emphasizes the vastness and enormity of the deep blue sea and how it can hold both life and death in its depths. The use of different precious metals in each verse suggests that the loss is great, and each family member had a unique significance to the singer.
Overall, "Deep Blue Sea" brings to mind the fragility of life and how easily it can be taken away. The song is a poignant reminder to cherish the time we have with our loved ones.
Line by Line Meaning
Deep blue sea darlin
The vast and deep ocean my love
On a deep blue sea
On the endless horizon of the vast rolling waves
And it was mamma that got Drowned in out in that deep blue sea
My mother drowned in the vast ocean, lost to the powerful and unforgiving tides
Dig his grave darlin with a Silver spade
Use a silvery spade my love to dig the grave for the departed
And it was brother that got Drowned in out in that deep blue sea
My brother met his demise in the endless waters, consumed by the treacherous waves
Drop him down darlin With a golden chain
Lower him into the eternal depths my dear, with only a precious golden chain as his guide
And it was daddy that got Drowned in out in that deep blue sea
My father was claimed by the merciless ocean, lost forever to the endless expanse of the deep blue sea
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: PIERS FACCINI, VINCENT JEAN CLAUDE SEGAL
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@truecrimeandstuff
so warm and soft,brings out softness and the feeling that someone cares about you.You know the feeling when you wake up in the mornings,the sun's looking right through your window and the bed is warm.your beloved one smiles at you and you know that you're alright,life is difficult but it's great to be alive. Peace & Love! <3
@sondoro9681
Yes
@FunKADunK
My favorite song on Dark Was The Night. Good upload.
@eSuaz
"Dig his grave with a silver spade"
@icouldneverbephonier
Wonderful cover of a lovely folk song.
@redhotorg
Glad you like the album. full album can be purchased at our website or on itunes All proceeds are donated to help fight against AIDs/HIV related health and social issues
@MorganLovesAniston
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@bootsbrogan3
Thanx for posting!
@Trashpanda888
My comfort song because today id like to roll up in a ball and pretend the world doesn’t exist
@30karolane
It's already on pirate on pirate bay since 3 months or more