Skin
Hart Beth Lyrics
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Closes the door and kneels to pray
It don't matter that she's alone
Beast or dragons she's going home
If I lay me down
Bow my head unto the ground
Would you heal my skin
And these blisters within My skin
She found today
So hard to say
I sweat the sheets
Too tired to play
And it don't matter
Cause I'm still alive
Beast or Dragons
Won't make me hide
Make me hide, make me hide,
[Chorus]
If I lay me down
Bow my head unto the ground
Would you heal my skin
And these blisters within, blisters within My skin
Another way
I just cant find the words to say
Cold where I lay
It's cold where I lay
Bones cracked to clay
A killer's in the way
And hot is my shame
Fire pulls my veins
For never is my name
Forever in my shame
Holy come heal me
Solely, delivery delivery
If I lay me down
Bow my head unto the ground
Would you heal my skin
And these blisters within
[Chorus]
The lyrics of Hart Beth's "Skin" express a powerful plea for healing and deliverance from inner turmoil and pain. The first stanza describes a woman preparing herself for prayer, expressing her deep need for spiritual healing in the face of her personal struggles. The second stanza speaks of the singer's own struggles and hardships, but also affirms her resilience and determination not to be defeated by the "beasts or dragons" that may come her way. The chorus repeats the singer's plea for healing, emphasizing the physical and emotional pain that she feels within her skin.
The lyrics of "Skin" can be interpreted as a metaphor for the human condition and the struggle that we all face to find peace and meaning in our lives. The pain and suffering that the singer describes may be interpreted as a universal experience, one that is shared by all human beings at some point in their lives. The imagery of skin and blisters signifies not only physical pain but also emotional wounds and scars. The repetition of the phrase "beasts or dragons" may be understood as a representation of the inner demons that we all face, whether it be anxiety, depression, addiction, or any other personal struggle.
In analyzing the lyrics of "Skin," it becomes clear why this song has resonated with so many listeners over the years. Its powerful message of hope and resilience in the face of pain and hardship speaks to the human spirit and our innate desire to overcome adversity and find inner peace.
Line by Line Meaning
She combs her hair and cleans her face
The woman prepares herself for something important
Closes the door and kneels to pray
She takes a moment to ask for divine intervention and guidance
It don't matter that she's alone
Whether she's alone or not, she has inner strength and resilience
Beast or dragons she's going home
Regardless of any challenges or fear she may face, she is determined to go home
If I lay me down
If I surrender to my troubles
Bow my head unto the ground
I am submitting myself to a higher power
Would you heal my skin
Please heal my physical and emotional pain
And these blisters within My skin
My inner pain and emotional scars
She found today So hard to say
Today was a difficult day for her to express her emotions
I sweat the sheets Too tired to play
She is exhausted and lacks motivation
And it don't matter Cause I'm still alive
Regardless of everything she has been through, she is still here
Beast or Dragons Won't make me hide
She won't be scared off by any obstacle or fear
Make me hide, make me hide,
She refuses to back down and hide away
Another way I just cant find the words to say
She struggles to articulate herself and find the right words
Cold where I lay It's cold where I lay Bones cracked to clay
She feels emotionally and physically worn down
A killer's in the way And hot is my shame Fire pulls my veins For never is my name Forever in my shame
She feels consumed by guilt and her past mistakes, and it feels like it's constantly holding her back
Holy come heal me Solely, delivery delivery
She prays for divine healing and intervention, to be delivered from this pain
[Chorus] If I lay me down Bow my head unto the ground Would you heal my skin And these blisters within, blisters within My skin
Repeating the message of surrendering to a higher power for healing
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: STUART AARON HART, STEVEN MICHAEL STERN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@audiophileman7047
@lilly bloom Hi lilly, it sounds like you're a woman of the '90's with Alanis and Tori, but I wouldn't put you in a box or limit you. If you love Janis, one of my absolute faves, then you understand what makes truly great music.
Beth's magic has so much to do with her beautiful mind. It's not a brain like ours. She has a kind of sensibility, experience, and awareness that we don't quite know, but her ability to express emotion and suffering is so good that you just can't help stopping and listening. She sings to you like you're a friend or a family member. I don't know of anyone quite like her. She's simply an outstanding artist. I saw her live once, and it was an unforgettable experience. I would love to see her again.
There were some other notable female singers in the past. I think of the many jazz, blues, soul, and R&B singers. There were rock singers like Grace Slick (Jefferson Airplane), Sandy Denny (Fairport Convention), Deborah Harry (Blondie), Pat Benatar, and the wonderful Ann Wilson of Heart.
I like music from classical to metal with few exceptions. I get just as much of a charge listening to Mozart as I do Black Sabbath. I'm a particular fan of the blues and blues based rock. Beth is a blues sister. I am a particular fan of Pink Floyd and The Doors, but there are so many bands and musical styles that move me.
There's a whole new generation of American Roots music, blues, and blues rock artists coming up. Here are some that I'm following right now: Larkin Poe, The Tedeschi Trucks Band, Danielle Nicole, Christone Kingfish Ingram, Carolyn Wonderland, Rival Sons, Sue Foley, Joe Bonamassa, Mandolin Orange, and Beth Hart. I am particularly enamored with Larkin Poe right now. They are a sister duo out of Nashville with solid blues and blues rock songs with the lap steel guitar as a major part of their sound. I love their music!
@aine-zeliepopps337
She combs her hair and cleans her face
Closes the door and kneels to pray
It don't matter that she's alone
Beast or dragons she's going home
If I lay me down
Bow my head unto the ground
Would you heal my skin
And these blisters within My skin
She found today
So hard to say
I sweat the sheets
Too tired to play
And it don't matter
Cause I'm still alive
Beast or Dragons
Won't make me hide
Make me hide, make me hide,
If I lay me down
Bow my head unto the ground
Would you heal my skin
And these blisters within, blisters within My skin
Another way
I just cant find the words to say
Cold where I lay
It's cold where I lay
Bones cracked to clay
A killer's in the way
And hot is my shame
Fire pulls my veins
For never is my name
Forever in my shame
Holy come heal me
Solely, delivery delivery
If I lay me down
Bow my head unto the ground
Would you heal my skin
And these blisters within
If I lay me down
Bow my head unto the ground
Would you heal my skin
And these blisters within, blisters within My skin
@lillybloom1590
Yes, indeed, there's a little bit of JJ in BH, and that is a great compliment in itself. But she is unique. She does everything: She plays well, sings well, and can do a lot of things with her voice and in numerous genres. She is no doubt the best all-around singer/songwriter/entertainer I've ever seen.
She doesn't sing polytonals as JJ did, and she doesn't have her passion. She doesn't try to have nor does she need a pure voice as Karen Carpenter had, but she is a package that neither of those angels could complete. Karen sang low soprano at all times in all songs, due to her brother's wise advice that, "The money is in the basement of each level." Beth sings all over the place, and does it very well at each level.
For the few of you who have never heard the purring beauty of KC's majestical voice:
“Close to You,” Karen Carpenter, 1970
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oaOyoVS-IAI
JJ's passion overrode anything else she did, and she had the ability to innovate words and phrases on stage. A genius at what she did, and she left a legacy that has lasted. Ck JJ out here. A hundred people have done this song, and no one comes close:
"Summertime," by Janis Joplin live, 1969 (4:40)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bn5TNqjuHiU
BH is an all-around genius, as no one else has ever been. Tori Amos came close at first, but faltered in her later works, because of bad producers. Like Elvis, BH doesn't need a producer. She can do everything as well as it can be done and needs no editing, as it were.
What a blessing to hear here play and sing!! Thank you, Beth!!
@richkolibri8199
Если под словом "она" подразумевать "душа", то все становится на свои места и становится личным.
She combs her hair
& cleans her face
closes the door
and kneels to pray
It don't matter
that she's alone
beast or dragon
she's going home
If I lay me down
bow mу head onto the ground
would you heal my skin
and these blisters within my skin
She found today
so hard to say
I sweat the sheets
too tired to play
& it don't matter
'cause I'm still alive
Beast or Dragons
wont make me hide.
Another way
I just can't find the words to say
It's cold where I lay
It's cold where I lay
Bones cracked to clay
A killer's in the way
Hot is my shame
Fire pulls my veins
For never is my name
Forever in my shame
And holy, come heal me
Solely, delivery, deliver ay yay
@singularman7589
Why she is not the most popular singer in the universe I don't know. Pure passion and power! Beautiful
@audiophileman7047
How does an artist turn pain into incredible beauty? Very few people can do it, but Beth knows how. Her soul cries out! This isn't just a song; it's a spiritual experience. My tears flow as I feel her pain and its expressive beauty. This is pure genius!
@Pim300359
My feelings exactly.
@lillybloom1590
Audio: You can write! And you put that as well as it can possibly be put. Your comment is pure genius, as is Beth's voice, playing, and lyrics. I shall add not another word—but this: Thank You!
@audiophileman7047
@lilly bloom Thank you, lilly, you are so kind. I'd recommend thanking Beth, because her art in this song moved me to write those words. I'm glad that you enjoyed my comments. Take care and be safe, sister! 👍💖🎸😎
@lillybloom1590
@audiophile man Hey, Audio! Not many musical geniuses come along in a lifetime.
There were some beautiful voices before and after Janis—but she was the only female musical genius until Alanis, Beth, and Tori came along. And we’re blessed to have them. Yet, because of her vast talent span, I would have to put Beth at the top of those three, mainly because Tori kind of faded at the end.
Alanis probably has the prettiest voice of the three. But Beth simply gets stronger and better and more wide-ranging the longer she’s around—and her passion, like Janis’, never slackens. However, they’re all three something else to listen to.
Be well! Glad you recognize and enjoy great music. Who else you have on your list?
@audiophileman7047
@lilly bloom Hi lilly, it sounds like you're a woman of the '90's with Alanis and Tori, but I wouldn't put you in a box or limit you. If you love Janis, one of my absolute faves, then you understand what makes truly great music.
Beth's magic has so much to do with her beautiful mind. It's not a brain like ours. She has a kind of sensibility, experience, and awareness that we don't quite know, but her ability to express emotion and suffering is so good that you just can't help stopping and listening. She sings to you like you're a friend or a family member. I don't know of anyone quite like her. She's simply an outstanding artist. I saw her live once, and it was an unforgettable experience. I would love to see her again.
There were some other notable female singers in the past. I think of the many jazz, blues, soul, and R&B singers. There were rock singers like Grace Slick (Jefferson Airplane), Sandy Denny (Fairport Convention), Deborah Harry (Blondie), Pat Benatar, and the wonderful Ann Wilson of Heart.
I like music from classical to metal with few exceptions. I get just as much of a charge listening to Mozart as I do Black Sabbath. I'm a particular fan of the blues and blues based rock. Beth is a blues sister. I am a particular fan of Pink Floyd and The Doors, but there are so many bands and musical styles that move me.
There's a whole new generation of American Roots music, blues, and blues rock artists coming up. Here are some that I'm following right now: Larkin Poe, The Tedeschi Trucks Band, Danielle Nicole, Christone Kingfish Ingram, Carolyn Wonderland, Rival Sons, Sue Foley, Joe Bonamassa, Mandolin Orange, and Beth Hart. I am particularly enamored with Larkin Poe right now. They are a sister duo out of Nashville with solid blues and blues rock songs with the lap steel guitar as a major part of their sound. I love their music!
@moodyfish39
This performance gives me goosebumps. The high notes are just beautiful.
@simonthomas5113
This is just the most dramatic , fantastic song. The most powerful chorus in any genre, and lyrics to melt your heart. I f****ng love this artist.
@getthepointx
WOW I have been in desperate search for live versions of this song ever since I stumbled across Beth Hart's music not too long ago and now you're serving this acoustic version. What a wonderful deed to the public, thank you so much for sharing this