Their first release in 1985 was a seven-inch single named "Crazy Game", with the B-side "Everybody's Waiting (for Someone to Come Home)". That same year, the Indigo Girls released a six-track Extended play album named "Indigo Girls", and in 1987 released their first full-length album, Strange Fire, recorded at John Keane Studio in Athens, Georgia, and including "Crazy Game". With this release, they secured the services of Russell Carter, who remains their manager to the present; they had first approached him when the EP album was released, but he told them their songs were "immature" and they were not likely to get a record deal.
They were signed to Epic Records in 1989 and won the Grammy for best contemporary folk album later that year (for their self titled release) Some of their hit songs include "Galileo," "Closer to Fine," and "Shame on You."
Aside from being musicians, Ray and Saliers are activists, constantly supporting causes like gun control, women's rights, Native American rights, environmental protection, the abolition of the death penalty, and as lesbians themselves, LGBT rights. They constantly devote their time and money to such causes, often playing benefit concerts.
Ray and Saliers both have side projects. Ray owns and founded Daemon Records, an independent label based in Decatur. She also has a career as a solo artist, and has released two albums thus far. Saliers is the part owner of Watershed, a restaurant and wine bar in Decatur.
Together, the Indigo Girls are constantly touring. Their new album, Poseidon and the Bitter Bug, was released March 24, 2009.
Don
Indigo Girls Lyrics
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That you've probably been crying forever
And the stars in the sky
Don't mean nothing to you they're a mirror
I don't wanna talk about it
How you broke my heart
If I stay here just a little bit longer
If I stay here won't you listen to my heart
If I stand all alone
Will the shadows hide the color of my heart
Will they be blue for the tears
Black for the nights we spent apart
And the stars don't mean nothing to you
They're a mirror
I don't wanna talk about it
How you broke my heart
Oh if I stay, if I stay here
Won't you listen to my heart
I don't wanna talk about it
How you broke my heart
If I stay, if I stay here just a little bit longer
If I stay here won't you listen to my heart
If I stand all alone
Will the shadows hide the colors of my heart
The lyrics to Indigo Girls' song "Don" explore themes of self-discovery and the challenges of facing one's past mistakes. The song seems to be directed towards a person or perhaps a group of people who have followed the singer as she tries to figure out who she is and what she wants in life. The singer wonders if these followers have uncovered what is inside of her and if they can tell her if what she's doing is something she should hide.
However, she asserts that she doesn't know for sure what she's looking for and doesn't want to find out what she left behind. The singer goes on to say that she is not scared or lonely, and she's not seeking any second-guessing from anyone. It is revealed that this is because the singer had been living dishonestly and filling others up with lies. But now she has taken the step to be honest and say goodbye. Even though the decision to take that step may have been hard, the singer is firm in her resolve not to go back to that life.
The song is a powerful exploration of what it means to be true to oneself, even when it's hard. It encourages listeners to be their authentic selves and not to hide behind fears or past mistakes. The lyrics also caution against seeking satisfaction in knowing nothing at all and emphasize the importance of constantly questioning and reevaluating oneself.
Line by Line Meaning
Well you followed me this far
Acknowledging someone who has been with you through your journey
Did you find out what's inside
Questioning if someone has understood you completely
Can you tell me what I'm doing
Asking for guidance or clarity about one's actions
Is it something I should hide
Questioning if one's actions should not be revealed
I don't know for sure
Uncertainty about one's own actions
I don't wanna find out what I left there for
Avoidance of discovering consequences or outcomes of actions
I'm not scared and I'm not lonely
Assurance of one's emotional state
Saving all my money or my breath
Not wasting resources
I'm not looking for an answer
Not seeking someone else's opinion or advice
Or anyone to second guess no
Not wanting others to doubt or criticize their actions and decisions
You told me all your secrets
Acknowledging someone's vulnerability
And I filled you up with lies
Betraying someone's trust
Now I'm living honestly
Changing one's ways to be truthful
Because I said goodbye
Implying that one needed to let go of someone to become honest
I can't go home anymore
Unable to return to the past or one's comfort zone
I was losing all my senses
Being overwhelmed with emotions
I was losing all control
Lack of stability or clarity in one's actions and feelings
It was getting so offensive
Feeling uncomfortable or fed up with someone's behavior
Now you want me back for more
Someone wanting to reconnect despite previous issues
And I just won't go
Choosing to not engage with someone
If you think you know the answers
Challenging someone who is too sure of their opinions
You've got a lot of gall
Implying that someone is too confident or arrogant
Cause it gives you satisfaction
Implying that someone enjoys the power or control over others
Knowing nothing at all
Critiquing someone who is ignorant or unwise
I don't care anymore
Indifference or apathy towards a situation or person
And I don't wanna find out what I left there for
Unwillingness to face consequences of past actions or decisions
Take a second guess yeah
Being skeptical or hesitant to take someone's advice or opinion
(Hey)
Exclamatory interjection or filler word
(Yeah, yeah I know)
Acknowledging someone's advice or opinion without necessarily agreeing
(Well I gotta go okay)
Politely ending a conversation or interaction
(Over one billion served)
Sarcastically implying that one is just a number or statistic
Oh yeah
Exclamatory interjection or filler word
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: CURTIS JAMES JACKSON, REGINALD SMITH, JESSE WILSON
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@johnfoulkrod4835
I'm 67 been playing guitar for years, but their rendition is so beautiful it brings tears to my eyes.
@stephaniespuria8708
Yup!
Me too
@ehuff8000
One of the best breakup songs. Lifts you up every time, and puts a smile on your face. Brandi was the perfect, perfect addition to it.
@annemooney9001
the indigo girls have been putting a smile (and the occasional tear) on my face for 20 years. their harmonies are untouchable, and emily is a master on the guitar, AND they always share the stage with upcoming artists, like brandi carlile. she is awesome!
@only_colorado8876
For me, it's been 30 years. God bless them!!!! Forever Indigo!!
@WiiGame2000
"they always share the stage with upcoming artists" ... like R.E.M. and Hothouse Flowers (and possibly others) did for the Girls
@amosfraser
Anne Mooney I have a guy friend who actually taught himself to play guitar (after learning the very basics of chords) by listening intently to the Indigo girls and mimicking what he heard. And yes, I agree that their harmonies are tops!!!
@michellewilkes5801
? Brandi Carly? Thanks for posting I mean never knew she was I can't wait 2 research her thanks for posting I never knew who she was excited to learn and I've always loves loves loves The untouchables indigo girls ♥️
@pacificnorthwester
They are very good, but Emily is no where near a master on guitar.
@chrolli247
I love them! The best rendition of a Dylan song ever!!!