In late 1997 she created a band with the remaining members of Buckley's band called Black Beetle and finished an eponymous album which was never released. This was the first project where she was writing as well as fronting a band. Jeff buckley was her boyfriend at the time he drowned in '97.
According to Songfacts, Wasser took her curious stage name from the fact that she once attended a fancy dress party as an officer of the NYPD.
Your Song
Joan as Police Woman Lyrics
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And begin an anthology
I can feel the melody in your mouth
Sing to me
And begin and begin again
I can feel the gravity of your sight of the dust of dawn
In your song
Who would know if life was really worth living
And who would care to live it anyway
Bu what I know is true
When I hear you, I just want to make it through
Sing to me
And sense the change in the atmosphere
You can feel the softening of my heart
Bring to me
Bring the noise supernatural
Through your voice
The conquering of the wild
You mesmerize this child
And chant all the while
I hear music and the laughter in it
I'm always on the run and I hate copy paste for god's sake
Sing to me
The life is really worth living
'Cause I want to care to live it anyway
And what I know is true
When I hear you singing, well, I want to sing too
Who would know if life were really worth living
And who would care to live it anyway
But what I know is true
When I hear you, when I hear you
When I hear you, lover, I just want to thank you
Joan As Police Woman's song Your Song is an ode to the transformative power of music. The singer is urging someone to sing to her, to begin an anthology that she can feel the melody of in her mouth. The songstress uses her voice as a transformative tool, softening the hardened heart of the listener and conquering the wild. The song speaks to the universal human experience of searching for meaning and purpose in life. The singer acknowledges that life may not always feel worth living, but music and the connection it creates between people is what makes it so valuable. The song ends with the singer expressing their gratitude to the songstress for lifting her up and reminding her of the beauty and value of life.
This song is not just about the transformative power of music, but also a tribute to the art and practice of singing. The singer is in awe of the songstress for her ability to harness the supernatural power of her voice and mesmerize her with her chant. The song speaks to the universal human experience of searching for meaning and purpose in life. The singer acknowledges that life may not always feel worth living, but music and the connection it creates between people is what makes it so valuable. The song ends with the singer expressing their gratitude to the songstress for lifting her up and reminding her of the beauty and value of life.
Line by Line Meaning
Sing to me
Joan is asking someone to sing to her, to share their talent and bring joy to her heart.
And begin an anthology
The song is the start of something beautiful, a collection of stories and emotions that will be remembered forever.
I can feel the melody in your mouth
Joan can sense the beauty and power of the song in the way it's being sung.
And begin and begin again
The song can be repeated over and over, each time bringing new meaning and feeling.
I can feel the gravity of your sight of the dust of dawn
The song has weight and significance, invoking imagery and emotion that affects Joan deeply.
In your song
The song is the vessel for all the emotions and stories being shared.
Who would know if life was really worth living
There are times when life can seem pointless and hopeless.
And who would care to live it anyway
Some people may feel that life isn't worth the effort, that it's not worth caring about.
But what I know is true
Despite the doubts and fears, Joan believes in the power of music and the joy it brings.
When I hear you, I just want to make it through
Hearing the song gives Joan strength and inspiration to keep going, to face the challenges of life.
And sense the change in the atmosphere
The song has the power to transform the mood and feeling of the room, creating a different atmosphere.
You can feel the softening of my heart
The song has a deep emotional impact on Joan, melting away any barriers or defenses she may have had.
Bring to me
Joan is asking for even more from the singer, to share something truly magical and otherworldly.
Bring the noise supernatural
Joan wants the song to be even more transcendent, to reach beyond this world into something mystical and awe-inspiring.
Through your voice
The singer's voice is the conduit for all the magic and emotion of the song.
The conquering of the wild
The song has the power to tame and conquer the wildness of life, to bring order and calmness to the chaos.
You mesmerize this child
Joan feels captivated and entranced by the song, like a child discovering something magical for the first time.
And chant all the while
The singer keeps the song going, maintaining its power and magic throughout.
I hear music and the laughter in it
The song brings joy and happiness to Joan, making her smile and laugh.
I'm always on the run and I hate copy paste for god's sake
Joan is tired of the same old routine and wants something authentic and original in her life.
Sing to me
Joan repeats her request for the singer to share their talent and magic with her.
The life is really worth living
Despite the doubts and struggles of life, Joan believes that it's all worth it in the end.
'Cause I want to care to live it anyway
Joan wants to find the motivation and inspiration to keep living life fully and passionately.
When I hear you singing, well, I want to sing too
The song inspires Joan to share her own voice and talent with the world, to create something beautiful and meaningful.
When I hear you, when I hear you
The singer's voice has a profound impact on Joan, stirring up deep feelings and emotions within her.
When I hear you, lover, I just want to thank you
Joan is deeply grateful to the singer for sharing their talent and magic with her.
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