Matte Kudasai
King Crimson Lyrics
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Pain, like the rain that's falling
She waits in the air
Matte Kudasai
She sleeps in a chair
In her sad America
When, when was the night so long?
She waits in the air
Matte Kudasai
She sleeps in a chair
In her sad America
She waits in the air
Matte Kudasai
She sleeps in a chair
In her sad America
The lyrics of "Matte Kudasai" by King Crimson evoke a sense of longing, loneliness, and despair that are magnified by the haunting melody and somber vocals. The title itself means "please wait" in Japanese, and the song describes a woman waiting by the windowpane while in emotional pain, like the rain that falls outside. She is waiting for someone to come and make her feel better, to help her escape from her own sadness and the sadness of America.
The lyrics are repeated throughout the song, creating a feeling of uncertainty and helplessness. The words "Matte Kudasai" are particularly poignant, as they seem to be a plea for help, a desperate cry for someone - anyone - to come and save her. The woman's sadness is palpable, and the lyrics create vivid imagery that captures the essence of her pain and despair.
Line by Line Meaning
Still, by the windowpane
Even though the woman is inside, she still feels the pain of the rain falling outside while she looks through the window.
Pain, like the rain that's falling
The woman is experiencing emotional pain that is as constant and relentless as the rain outside.
She waits in the air
The woman is filled with anticipation, but doesn't have a specific purpose or goal for her waiting.
Matte Kudasai
This is a Japanese phrase meaning 'please wait' or 'wait a moment', signaling to the listener to pause and give her some time or space.
She sleeps in a chair
The woman is exhausted, but unable to fully rest or relax. Sleeping in a chair may suggest that she doesn't have a comfortable or secure place to sleep.
In her sad America
The woman is located in America, but it is a sad or depressing place for her, possibly because of personal struggles or societal issues that affect her. Hints at themes of social commentary and criticism of American culture.
When, when was the night so long?
The woman has been waiting or experiencing pain for so long that even the night seems to last forever, indicating a sense of hopelessness or despair.
Long, like the notes I'm sending
The woman's pain is similarly drawn out and prolonged, and the notes she sends (which are left undefined) are also characterized as long, possibly indicating that they are full of emotion or difficult to express.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Adrian Belew, Anthony Charles Levin, Robert Fripp, William Scott Bruford
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@jessemcneil3140
Still, by the window pane,
Pain, like the rain that's falling.
She waits in the air,
Matte Kudasai.
She sleeps in a chair
In her sad America.
When, when was the night so long,
Long, like the notes I'm sending.
She waits in the air,
Matte Kudasai.
She sleeps in a chair
In her sad America.
@scrymnstrs
putting on my "i liked this song before usagi's stand was revealed" badge
@glitchedgirI
I liked Starless and Court of the Crimson King before Jojo (starless isn't a stand but it may as well be) but I didn't know this song. It's very nice and chill. I like it.
@DerFilc
Me too. Basically the only song I really liked from the "later stuff" when I first listened to them. Time for a second run I think after 6 years or so.
@anthonycardott3541
breh
@puffersfish4296
I just found this song today (From jojo) but i didn't know it was a part 9 stand
@FirstIOwOThenIUwU
me 2
@johnwise9811
I'm honestly just really happy that Araki made another King Crimson reference. And one from 80's incarnation at that. My man has amazing taste in music.
@animallbros.8767
I know. Any reference to King Crimson and I feel real good
@jonathanrhodes4547
Usagi’s Stand.
@chinmayhejmadi7902
I love how quickly the fandom has already caught up with the chapter. 😆