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.
On a Neck On a Spit
Grizzly Bear Lyrics
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Makes up for such short goodbyes.
You can't come home again.
Each time it's different.
And the yards around your feet fall away while you're asleep.
Each day, spend it with me now.
All my time, spend it with me now.
All my time, spend it with you now.
But out here, no one can hear me,
Out hear no one can hear me.
Interpretation:
The lyrics of ‘On a Neck, On a Spit’ suggest that the singer is being separated from his loved ones and is unsure of whether or not he'll be able to come back. He acknowledges the unpredictability of life, as every time he parts with someone it’s different. He also feels detached from his surroundings, as though they are falling away before him. This sense of detachment is further emphasized by the last few lines of the song which speak of the singer's frustration in not being heard during his solitude. Despite all of this uncertainty, the singer appears to be seeking comfort in the present moment and is inviting his loved one to spend time with him before he goes away.
The lyrics of ‘On a Neck, On a Spit’ are open to a variety of interpretations. It could suggest the feelings of loss and the reality of impermanence which are as central to human life as they are to nature. It could also be reflective of the singer's struggle to reconcile with the idea of leaving his loved ones behind. At the same time, the lyrics hint at how the present moment can sometimes offer an unexpected sense of solace, even amidst the challenges of life.
Line by Line Meaning
My messenger in disguise
Someone or something that helps me communicate without revealing my true identity
Makes up for such short goodbyes.
Allows me to say goodbye quickly without feeling guilty about not expressing my true feelings
You can't come home again.
Once you leave home, you can never truly return to the same place or feelings you had before leaving
Each time it's different.
Things always change, making it difficult to find familiarity or stability in life
And the yards around your feet fall away while you're asleep.
Even while we sleep, the world around us changes and moves on without us
Each day, spend it with me now.
Take advantage of the time we have together and enjoy each other's company
All my time, spend it with me now.
I want to spend all of my time with you and enjoy our moments together
But each day spend it with you now.
I want to make sure we get to spend time together every day
Out here, no one can hear me,
When I'm away from home, I feel isolated and alone, like no one can understand me
Out hear no one can hear me.
When I'm out in the world, it's hard to feel heard or understood by others
Lyrics © SC PUBLISHING DBA SECRETLY CANADIAN PUB., Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Christopher M. Taylor, Christopher Robert Bear, Daniel Raphael Rossen, Edward Droste
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@iVulgarThrust
Because RustedFace9 wanted it: Sur un col, sur un tournebroche
Mon messenger en déguisement
Compense pour les adieux courts
Tu ne peux pas retourner a la maison
Chaque moment est différent
Et les cours autour de tes pieds
Descendent en pente pendant que tu es endormi
Chaque jour, le dépense avec moi maintenant
Chaque jour, je le dépense avec moi maintenant
Chaque jour, le dépense avec moi maintenant
Tous mes temps, le dépense avec moi, mais
Chaque jour, le dépense avec toi maintenant
Chaque jour, je le dépense avec toi maintenant
Tous mes temps, le dépense avec toi maintenant
Tous mes temps, le dépense avec toi, mais
Chaque jour le dépense avec toi maintenant
Chaque jour, je le dépense avec toi maintenant
Tous mes temps, le dépense avec toi maintenant
Tous mes temps, le dépense avec toi, mais
Ici, non personne me peut entendre
Ici, non personne me peut entendre
Ici, non personne me peut entendre
Hopefully I didn't botch anything in the translation :), did my best.
@trash_bender420
Grizzly Bear have a handful of songs where they reach some sort of cosmic energy exploding perfection, this is one of them
@AmericainNouveau
agree
@johnemily7475
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@julioenrique2482
Try "silk- wolf alice"
@vanillatwilight5291
Yeah, also remind me of In Rainbows
@AldebaranHikari777
Positive Vibration!
@CharismaStrategies
After all of these years, this still remains one of my favourite songs of all time. That near climax part from 3:49 onwards is one of the best pieces of musical construction I've ever heard, even just in terms of how it resonates with me emotionally. Me and this song, we've been through a lot together.
@JaydenLawson
Well said :)
@THEbudsmail
I can't speak for anyone but myself but that comment there is why I make music.
@jared0111
i feel precisely the same way. pure unhinged power and conviction, with harmonies that help convey true exhilaration. i listen to music of all genres (you can check out many of the selections on my truth via music fbook/tumblr pages), and this one still stands up as one of the most inspiring, brilliantly arranged, and chill-inducing tracks i've ever heard.