Jupiter Rising
Harris Emmylou Lyrics
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Do you think I won't answer?
Jupiter's risin'
And the moon is in cancer
You been down in the hunger, baby
I been around there, too
Tonight, you could be in the arms of
The arms of a woman who loves you
You got your questions
Baby, I got an answer
Or just the hands of a healer
And the feet of a dancer
Yeah, it's all in the wrists now, baby
And when the aim is true
There'll be no blink of the eyes, baby
The eyes of this woman who loves you
(The eyes of this woman who loves you)
(The eyes of this woman who loves you)
Heaven's gettin' nearer
Transmission gettin' clearer
Now my love
Stars are fallin' over the ocean
Come on and show a little emotion now
My love
Why don't you call me?
You know I'm gonna answer
Temperature's risin'
And the moon is in cancer
There's a road you can ride now, baby
Out to that wild and blue
It runs right through the heart of
The heart of this woman who loves you
Yeah, right through the heart of
The heart of this woman who loves you
Jupiter risin', ah
Jupiter risin', ah
Jupiter risin', ah
Jupiter risin', ah
Jupiter risin', ah, ah, ah, ah
The song "Jupiter Rising" by Emmylou Harris is a slow, bluesy track with introspective lyrics that discuss longing and connection. The opening lyrics, "Why don't you call me?/ Do you think I won't answer?" suggest that the singer is waiting for someone to reach out to them, but feels unsure if that person will actually respond. As the song progresses, the singer references astrological occurrences, such as Jupiter rising and the moon being in Cancer, further emphasizing the internal sense of being out of sync.
However, despite this sense of disconnection, the singer still expresses a desire for the person they're talking to, offering to be there for them as a healer or dancer. The lyrics mention "no blink of the eyes" and "the eyes of this woman who loves you," implying that the singer is someone who is deeply committed and trustworthy. As the song moves towards its close, the singer asks again why the person they're addressing doesn't reach out, before concluding with a repetition of the phrase "Jupiter rising," suggesting that despite everything, there is still hope for a feeling of transcendence.
Overall, "Jupiter Rising" is a song about longing for connection and the potential for transcendent experience, even in the midst of feeling disconnected from reality. It highlights the importance of trust and commitment in a relationship, and the need for hope in the face of adversity.
Line by Line Meaning
Why don't you call me?
The singer is questioning why the person she loves never calls her.
Do you think I won't answer?
The singer is assuring the person she loves that she will answer if he calls.
Jupiter's risin'
The singer is referring to the astrological event of Jupiter's ascending, indicating a time of new beginnings and good fortune.
And the moon is in cancer
The artist is referring to the astrological sign of cancer, known for its emotional nature, indicating that it is a time to be vulnerable and open about emotions.
You been down in the hunger, baby
The artist acknowledges that the person she loves has been struggling and going through a difficult time.
I been around there, too
The singer is letting the person she loves know that she also understands struggle and can empathize with him.
Tonight, you could be in the arms of
The singer is offering comfort and love to the person she cares for, reminding him that he doesn't have to go through hard times alone.
The arms of a woman who loves you
The artist is offering her own emotional support and love to the person she cares for.
You got your questions
The artist acknowledges that the person she loves has concerns and uncertainties.
Baby, I got an answer
The artist is offering her own insights and perspectives in response to the person she loves' uncertainties.
Or just the hands of a healer
The singer is also offering the possibility of healing and comfort through touch and support.
And the feet of a dancer
The artist suggests that through movement and rhythm, healing can also be found.
Yeah, it's all in the wrists now, baby
The singer is indicating that healing and hope is within reach.
And when the aim is true
The singer suggests that when one has a clear goal or intention, healing and resolution can be achieved.
There'll be no blink of the eyes, baby
The singer suggests that when one is focused, there will be no hesitation or doubt.
The eyes of this woman who loves you
The artist is reassuring the person she loves that she is there for him and supports him.
Heaven's gettin' nearer
The artist is suggesting that something positive is on the horizon.
Transmission gettin' clearer
The singer is suggesting that understanding and clarity are also becoming more attainable.
Now my love
The singer is addressing the person she loves affectionately.
Stars are fallin' over the ocean
The artist is setting a romantic and picturesque scene of stars falling over the water.
Come on and show a little emotion now
The artist is encouraging the person she loves to be vulnerable and honest with her.
Temperature's risin'
The artist is suggesting that the emotional stakes are becoming higher.
There's a road you can ride now, baby
The singer is suggesting that there are options and possibilities when it comes to moving forward.
Out to that wild and blue
The artist is suggesting that whatever lies ahead will be uncharted and exciting.
It runs right through the heart of
The singer is suggesting that whatever path the person she loves takes will ultimately lead to her.
The heart of this woman who loves you
The singer is reaffirming that she cares deeply for the person she loves and will be there for him through thick and thin.
Jupiter risin', ah
The singer is echoing the chorus, which refers to the astrological event of Jupiter's ascending.
Jupiter risin', ah
The artist is signaling the repetition of the chorus.
Jupiter risin', ah
The artist is signaling the repetition of the chorus.
Jupiter risin', ah
The singer is signaling the repetition of the chorus.
Jupiter risin', ah, ah, ah, ah
The singer is signaling the repetition and conclusion of the chorus.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: EMMYLOU HARRIS, PAUL KENNERLEY
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