Mark and DJ's roots are in R&B, hip hop and gospel having played within the same gospel band for years. Both professional musicians, Mark began teaching Laura how to play bass in the summer of 2009. As such, Laura quickly developed a huge passion for the instrument and the aesthetic it brought to music she loved. Having worked studiously on developing her skills, both Mark and Laura were invited to tour with Ninja Tune's YPPAH supporting Bonobo across his 2010 American tour. The tour galvanised the two of them to start making music together more seriously, sowing the first seeds of Khruangbin, with DJ the natural go to for drums. Having kept in touch, Bonobo included Khruangbin's 'A Calf Born In Winter' on his 2013 'Late Night Tales' compilation. In addition to increasing the Stateside following the band has built, the release has helped Khruangbin in topping both the US & UK 'Last FM' fastest growing artists whilst 'A Calf Born In Winter' continues to be one of the most popular single downloads from the compilation.
Mariella
Khruangbin Lyrics
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Eyes like the jungle, you're something wild
Her sweet melody sings wherever I go
Running through my mind, sittin' in this road
Maybe I'll
Write a letter from this little old country town
Down in Texas
Mariella, Mariella, Mariella, Mariella
Mariella, Mariella, Mari, can we go together?
Nothin' here changes, seasons go by
You said hello, you said goodbye
Did you run away? Mariella, where did you go?
Somewhere new, somewhere old
Maybe I'll
Not ever wanna live alone
In the country town down in Texas
With the memory of you
Mariella, Mariella, Mariella, Mariella
Mariella, Mariella, Mariella, Mariella
Mariella, Mariella, Mariella, Mariella
Mariella, Mariella, Mariella, holding onto you
The lyrics to Khruangbin's song "Mariella" tell a story of love and longing for someone named Mariella. The song starts by describing Mariella's physical appearance: her "hair pitch black like the midnight sky" and her eyes like the jungle, symbolizing her wildness and allure. Her presence is like a sweet melody that stays with the singer wherever they go, constantly running through their mind.
The singer then contemplates writing a letter from their small country town in Texas, expressing their feelings for Mariella and keeping it as a token of their affection. They yearn for Mariella's company, asking if they can go together to somewhere new or somewhere old. The lyrics suggest that Mariella may have disappeared or run away, leaving the singer wondering where she went.
The song continues to express the singer's reluctance to live alone in the country town, as the memories of Mariella linger. The repetition of her name throughout the song emphasizes the intensity of their feelings and their emotional attachment to her.
Overall, "Mariella" explores themes of love, longing, and the desire for connection with someone who has left a lasting impression on the singer's heart.
Line by Line Meaning
Hair pitch black like the midnight sky
Her hair is as dark as the night, creating a sense of mystery and allure.
Eyes like the jungle, you're something wild
Her eyes possess a wild and untamed quality, like a jungle full of unknown wonders.
Her sweet melody sings wherever I go
Her presence brings a beautiful and harmonious melody to every aspect of my life.
Running through my mind, sittin' in this road
Thoughts of her constantly occupy my mind, even as I find myself stuck in a stagnant situation.
Maybe I'll
Write a letter from this little old country town
Down in Texas
I'll keep it here for you
In this small country town, I might write a heartfelt letter, expressing my emotions and experiences. I will keep it safe, preserving it for you.
Mariella, Mariella, Mariella, Mariella
Mariella, Mariella, Mari, can we go together?
Oh Mariella, can we embark on a journey together? I long to be by your side and share our lives.
Nothin' here changes, seasons go by
In this place, everything remains stagnant, while the seasons pass without bringing any noticeable transformations.
You said hello, you said goodbye
You briefly entered and exited my life, leaving behind a mere greeting and farewell.
Did you run away? Mariella, where did you go?
Somewhere new, somewhere old
I wonder if you escaped from this place, Mariella. Where did you disappear to? Perhaps you ventured to a different place, or maybe you returned to a familiar one.
Maybe I'll
Not ever wanna live alone
In the country town down in Texas
With the memory of you
Perhaps I will never desire to live a solitary life in this country town in Texas, haunted by the memories of you.
Mariella, Mariella, Mariella, Mariella
Mariella, Mariella, Mariella, Mariella
Mariella, Mariella, Mariella, Mariella
Mariella, Mariella, Mariella, holding onto you
Mariella, Mariella, Mariella, I always find myself clinging onto you, my dear, unable to let go.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Donald Ray Jr. Johnson, Laura Lee McGrath, Mark Stefan Speer, Todd Michael Bridges
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@emilyhutchen5204
Hair pitch black like the midnight sky
Eyes like the jungle, you’re something wild
Her sweet melody sings wherever l go
Running through my mind, sitting in this road
Maybe I’Il
Write a letter from this little old country town
Down in Texas
I’lI keep it here for you
Mariella, Mariella, Mariella, Mariella
Mariella, Mariella, Mari, can we go together?
Nothing here changes, seasons go by
You said hello, you said goodbye
Did you run away? Mariella, where did you go?
Somewhere new, somewhere old
Mari, I
Don’t ever wanna live alone
In a country town down in Texas
With the memory of you
@nuratemp2562
[Verse 1]
Hair pitch black like the midnight sky
Eyes like the jungle, you're something wild
Her sweet melody sings wherever l go
Running through my mind, sitting in this road
[Pre-Chorus]
Maybe I'Il
Write a letter from this little old country town
Down in Texas
I'lI keep it here for you
[Chorus]
Mariella, Mariella, Mariella, Mariella
Mariella, Mariella, Mari, can we go together?
[Verse 2]
Nothing here changes, seasons go by
You said hello, you said goodbye
Did you run away? Mariella, where did you go?
Somewhere nеw, somewhere old
[Pre-Chorus]
Mari, I
Don't еver wanna live alone
In a country town down in Texas
With the memory of you
[Chorus]
Mariella, Mariella, Mariella, Mariella
Mariella, Mariella, Mariella, Mariella
Mariella, Mariella, Mariella, Mariella
Mariella, Mariella, Mariella, holding onto you
@franksmith9167
I heard this last night in a bar in Glasgow, Scotland. I'm 76 and I love it. Good music smashes age barriers.
@tonyswan6834
Im 55 and agree wholeheartedly brother
@samjackson1116
Which bar? We are also in Glasgow.
@northern_lights9333
42 and from Inverness & this band are absolutely fantastic ..playing Glasgow Hydro later this year (15th Nov)
@laurendaryani4893
I love that. I'm 40 and I think to myself that I will never stop loving good music, no matter how old I am or how new it is.
Good, meaningful music is timeless. I'm always amazed at how there will always be music out there to touch one's soul, no matter from where or whom it comes.
@mariellas7369
My name is Mariella and no one uses my name in songs. This is beautiful, I'm crying
@steevhoefchen4044
Keep this song to yourself for now then. The moment you meet someone who can rock the chords and sing this song to you at the same time, is the one.
@artemiscrompton1270
check out: Mariella - Kate Nash
@openskiesmedia
You really lucked out. This is such a wonderful song. There is one song I know with my name and it is a really mean breakup song 😅
@Secondjohnsondtr
My name is Mariella, too!!!!
My 2 grandmothers' names were: Marie & Ella so I am proud of my name & have yet to meet another person with my name!!