Aubergine
Lady Lamb Lyrics
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I was alone
Aubergine sheets on my bed now, oh no
& your blue eyes lie just like an atlas in those sockets
yeah your blue eyes cry mapwater when you're sorry
oh so sorry, oh no
You with the nape that holds my gaze
you with the arms that keep me at length
you with the heart that won't show its face
& jesus sucks the mud out of your soul
but the flame in my eye, it's gone blue & cold
& you risked your wrist to save my life
& I should have kissed you that night but it ain't right, oh no
Absence makes my heart grow hollow
make me into an egg without yolk
you make me into an egg without yolk
I was unborn when I was younger
but I was rebuilt when you spoke
I awoke when you spoke
You said, "There's always a reason for leaving
there's always a reason to stay
I know exactly why I'm leaving
I just can't stay."
& I say, "I'll give you my whole summer
when you unfurl your fingers
I would be lying if I said you had nothing to do with me
you're to blame for my being this way, this way."
You with the nape that holds my gaze
you with the tongue that speaks my name
you with the arms that keep me at length
you with the heart that won't show its face.
The song "Aubergine" by Lady Lamb opens with the poignant line, "Well I bled blue blood from my back last night, I was alone." This striking image immediately sets the tone of the song as one of personal struggle and isolation. Throughout the song, Lady Lamb addresses a former lover, exploring themes of heartbreak, regret, and the difficulties of navigating complex emotions.
Lady Lamb's use of sensory details in the opening lines, such as "Aubergine sheets on my bed now," set the stage for a vivid, almost dreamlike atmosphere. This is further emphasized by the surreal image of "blue eyes cry[ing] mapwater." The use of color imagery, including blue and aubergine, runs throughout the song and creates a vivid, emotionally evocative world for the listener.
As the song progresses, Lady Lamb continues to wrestle with conflicting emotions, addressing the pain of separation, as well as the struggles of rebuilding oneself after a relationship ends. The line "Absence makes my heart grow hollow, make me into an egg without yolk" is particularly evocative, highlighting the ways in which heartbreak can leave a person feeling empty and incomplete.
Despite the deeply personal nature of the lyrics, the song ultimately offers a message of resilience and self-discovery. Lady Lamb acknowledges the role that her former lover played in shaping her identity, singing "you're to blame for my being this way, this way." However, she ultimately asserts her independence, promising to "give you my whole summer when you unfurl your fingers."
Overall, "Aubergine" is a deeply emotional and introspective song that offers a nuanced exploration of heartbreak and self-discovery.
Line by Line Meaning
Well I bled blue blood from my back last night
I had a rough night and felt like royalty, but also wounded and alone.
I was alone
Aubergine sheets on my bed now, oh no
I was by myself in my bed, and the color of my sheets was making me feel uneasy.
& your blue eyes lie just like an atlas in those sockets
yeah your blue eyes cry mapwater when you're sorry
oh so sorry, oh no
Your eyes are like a map, misleading and never showing the truth. When you cry, it's like a flood of apologies that don't help anything.
You with the nape that holds my gaze
you with the tongue that speaks my name
you with the arms that keep me at length
you with the heart that won't show its face
You're the person I'm drawn to and in love with, but at the same time, you won't reveal your true feelings or emotions.
& jesus sucks the mud out of your soul
but the flame in my eye, it's gone blue & cold
& you risked your wrist to save my life
& I should have kissed you that night but it ain't right, oh no
You try to be a good person, but I feel disconnected from you, and my feelings have turned cold. You saved my life, and I appreciate it, but I don't feel the same towards you anymore, even though I probably should.
Absence makes my heart grow hollow
make me into an egg without yolk
you make me into an egg without yolk
Being away from you makes me feel empty and incomplete, like an egg without a yolk. You have such an impact on me that even my physical form feels incomplete without you.
I was unborn when I was younger
but I was rebuilt when you spoke
I awoke when you spoke
Before I met you, I felt like I didn't exist. But now that I know you, you've given me a sense of purpose and brought me to life.
You said, "There's always a reason for leaving
there's always a reason to stay
I know exactly why I'm leaving
I just can't stay."
& I say, "I'll give you my whole summer
when you unfurl your fingers
I would be lying if I said you had nothing to do with me
you're to blame for my being this way, this way."
You make it clear that you're leaving me, and though I don't want you to go, I'll use the time to try and get over you. I'll always feel a connection to you, and you're responsible for the way I feel now, no matter what happens.
You with the nape that holds my gaze
you with the tongue that speaks my name
you with the arms that keep me at length
you with the heart that won't show its face.
Repeating the chorus, emphasizing how much this person means to me, even if they won't show their true feelings.
Contributed by Evelyn A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
BravestDays
This song still moves me 8 years later.
Patrick Villareal
Not my kind of music but I respect it. She sounds really good. Keep on singing!
Jessa Mattson
I saw her live in May and it was the highlight of my year <3
Aly you're amazing.
geckodonkey
Raw musical passion....proper enjoyable :)
3Dartist247
I just heard a story about Ally on NPR and wanted to hear a bit more. If she stays true to herself, her art and fanbase will grow. This track shows potential that she can build upon. Now I'd like to hear how she sounds in the studio.
Connor A.
so amazing, chills, so evocative.
Aaron Watkins
GOOD LORD! How is it that someone so young can make shit like this? I love you so much, Ally!
sw6
I can't get over how young Aly is here! What a moving performance of an amazing song.
The Wild Honey Pie
It was such a fun day. I’ll never forget it.
anais de la rosa
pretty good love ur voice miss!