Her latest release, The Season, was recorded with longtime friend and collaborator Jake Owen (The BoDeans, Goldspot, Sahara Smith). Each song brings home the truth that there is growth from struggle, and the theme of moving from darkness to light permeates the album. Both musically and lyrically, The Season sings this message loud and clear; “I hope this album gives people excuses to love....what else are we made for?”
Recent accolades include:
Indie Artist of the Month (Apr/May 2009) - Americana Music Times
Artist of the Year nominee (2010) -Texas Music Coalition
Hostess/Artist/Producer Summer Songwriter Series 2010 - San Antonio
WINNER #1 Artist OurStage Texas Lilith Fair Competition 2010
SouthWest Regional Finalist 2010 Mountain Stage NewSong Contest
Babylon
Laura Marie Lyrics
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How long ‘till the storm of wars abate
Still clinging to the walls that we create
and only leave us cold
What freedoms do we save
When in the name of freedom dig a grave
Nothing here is free cause freedom’s slave
Babylon, you go off like a loaded gun
Tell me, do you lie awake and wait to finish someone
Anything I do can set you off
Every single move can lead to loss
I don’t have the nerve to count the cost
And I don’t want to know
How cautious can I be
Careful of the company I keep
Careful what I sow is what I reap
and bury down below
Babylon, you go off like a loaded gun
Tell me, do you lie awake and wait to finish someone
Oh, will the sadness never end
Oh, where did it begin
Babylon, you go off like a loaded gun
Tell me, do you lie awake and wait to finish someone
Babylon, you go off like a loaded gun
Tell me, do you lie awake and wait to finish someone
To finish someone
To finish someone
The lyrics to "Babylon" by Laura Marie highlight the uncertainty and turmoil of living in a society that is being raged with war and violence. The opening lines indicate a sense of anxiety as the singer tries to anticipate how long the war would last. They describe how individuals cling to the walls they create in the hope that it would offer insulation from the hostile environment. However, these walls that symbolize safety turn out to be cold and indifferent.
In the next verse, the singer questions the essence of freedom. They acknowledge that the very freedom that society seeks usually results in self-imposed slavery. The chains they wear are made of gold, but it is still a form of bondage. The chorus depicts Babylon as a loaded gun that can go off anytime. The question arises as to whether people lie in wait for their destruction. The singer becomes cautious about their every move, as everything they do can trigger Babylon's wrath.
The song's overall message appears to lament Babylon's power, which represents a society plagued by violence and war. The singer wonders if this melancholy state of being will ever come to an end as they ponder where it all began. The lyrics try to shed light on the struggles of the people who endure and survive the ongoing turbulence.
Line by Line Meaning
These are the days we wait
We are waiting for something to happen in these times.
How long ‘till the storm of wars abate
We wonder when wars will end and peace will come.
Still clinging to the walls that we create
We hold onto the barriers and boundaries we make for ourselves.
and only leave us cold
These walls make us feel isolated and emotionless.
What freedoms do we save
We question what we truly achieve by fighting for freedom.
When in the name of freedom dig a grave
Our pursuit of freedom can bring harm and destruction.
Nothing here is free cause freedom’s slave
We are still trapped and limited, even with freedom.
Is bound in chains of gold
Our attempts at attaining wealth and status still restrict us.
Babylon, you go off like a loaded gun
The situation is volatile and unpredictable.
Tell me, do you lie awake and wait to finish someone
We wonder if someone is waiting to harm us or others.
Anything I do can set you off
We feel that any action we take can have dangerous consequences.
Every single move can lead to loss
We fear that our choices will result in negative outcomes.
I don’t have the nerve to count the cost
We are afraid to face the consequences of our decisions.
And I don’t want to know
We would rather not know how much we will lose.
How cautious can I be
We wonder if it's even possible to be careful enough.
Careful of the company I keep
We must be mindful of who we surround ourselves with.
Careful what I sow is what I reap
We need to consider the consequences of our actions.
and bury down below
We must confront and deal with the negative consequences of our decisions.
Oh, will the sadness never end
We are struggling with negative emotions and are unsure when they will subside.
Oh, where did it begin
We are uncertain how we arrived at our current situation or how it can be resolved.
To finish someone
The potential for violence and harm looms overhead.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Laura Kleffner
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The Ciderholics
really like this song, great lyrics. Peace Nate G
Dennis Parrish
beautiful Laura !