She began playing the guitar at the age of five, first being taught the blues by her father in front of the family fire, and has been enthralled by the songs and lyrics of the likes of Neil Young, Bob Dylan, James Taylor and John Mayall ever since. It’s not just the “golden-oldies” that Laura admires; she also harbours a rather deep love for alt.country’s favourite son, Ryan Adams. “He’s brilliant, there’s nothing that even comes close, he can paint the most amazing pictures in your mind.” Ryan Adams in turn had her album 'I Speak Because I Can' given to him by a producer friend. Ryan had written a lot of the material for his forthcoming album 'Ashes and Fire' but upon listening to her album he said; "I actually threw out the record I was writing and re-wrote my record based on that album because I thought to myself somebody's actually taking this very seriously ... It was amazing, a great motivation ... And it felt good to ask: 'What am I really capable of? I felt competitive again to write great songs."
Jamie T personally invited her on tour with him after being impressed by her modern folk-pop when he caught her playing just her second ever gig. Marling is part of the extended Way Out West family, having played five eminent shows at the label’s Brentford FC night before the club was finally moved on, and was also a member of Noah and the Whale until May 2008, contributing vocals and instruments throughout, and seen in the "Five Years Time" video playing recorder.
Following her London Town EP, Marling's debut album Alas I Cannot Swim was released by Virgin on 4th February 2008. Originally released in a large Song Box containing mementos and trinkets personal to the songs, as well as a concert ticket., the album was nominated for the 2008 Mercury Music Prize.
Marling released her second album, I Speak Because I Can, on March 22nd 2010.
The first track from her third album, A Creature I Don't Know, to receive radio airplay was "Sophia." The song is an ode to a mythical deity. (Sophia Songfacts).
Little Love Caster
Laura Marling Lyrics
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Yes I am a master
I have you, bad man
Little love
Little love caster
Palm of my hand
I wish that I had
Where my kindness ends
I would take you home
I would take you home and then
Our love spell will end
You are new to me
You are new to me
I can't seem to say
"I'd like you to stay"
Yes I am
Yes I am a master
I have you, bad man
Little love
Little love caster
They might know you best
They might know you best
And love you most
I would take you home
I would take you home and then
I would be your ghost
I saw a lady dance yesterday
She was easily swayed
I cannot be tossed
And turned in this way
I'm not your tiny dancer
I can't seem to say
"I'd like you to stay"
I see a lady dance yesterday
She is easily swayed
I cannot be tossed
And turned in this way
I'm not a tiny dancer
I can't seem to say
"I'd like you to stay"
I can't seem to say
"I'd like you to stay"
In "Little Love Caster," Laura Marling sings about her power in a romantic relationship. She describes herself as a master and little love caster, someone who has control over her partner, whom she refers to as a bad man. Marling expresses a desire to have told him where her kindness ends and acknowledges her ability to take him home and end their love spell. However, despite her power, she struggles to ask him to stay, and she compares herself to a lady who dances easily swayed, admitting that she cannot be tossed and turned in the same way.
The song’s lyrics are catchy, but its main appeal lies in the way it captures the complicated emotions of romantic relationships. It explores the power dynamics between two people and raises important questions about control and consent. In a culture where toxic masculinity prevails and women are often silenced, the song’s message can be empowering.
Line by Line Meaning
Yes I am
I confidently assert that I am what I claim to be
Yes I am a master
I am an expert in my craft and have full control
I have you, bad man
I have you under my power, even though you may be wicked
Little love
My affection is not overwhelming or intense
Little love caster
Although I may use love spells, I do not use them for evil purposes
Palm of my hand
I hold you within my grasp and control you completely
I wish that I had
I regret not having done something in the past
I wish that I had have told you then
I wish I had communicated with you earlier
Where my kindness ends
I have limits to my compassion and benevolence
I would take you home
I desire to bring you into my world
Our love spell will end
Once our relationship is over, there will be no lingering enchantments
You are new to me
I have not known you for very long
I can't seem to say
I am having difficulty expressing
"I'd like you to stay"
"I want you to remain by my side"
They might know you best
Other people have a better understanding of you
And love you most
And they have a deeper affection for you
I would be your ghost
If we were to part ways, my presence would still be felt
I saw a lady dance yesterday
I witnessed a woman's movement and expression
She was easily swayed
She was susceptible to influence and persuasion
I cannot be tossed
I am not easily pushed around
And turned in this way
And manipulated in such a manner
I'm not your tiny dancer
I am not someone who can be easily controlled or manipulated in a romantic relationship
I can't seem to say
I am still having difficulty articulating
"I'd like you to stay"
"I desire for you to remain in my life"
I see a lady dance yesterday
I observe a woman's movement and expression
She is easily swayed
She is susceptible to influence and persuasion
I cannot be tossed
I am not easily pushed around
And turned in this way
And manipulated in such a manner
I'm not a tiny dancer
I am not someone who can be easily controlled or manipulated in romantic relationships
I can't seem to say
I continue to have difficulty expressing
"I'd like you to stay"
"I want you to stay with me"
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: LAURA BEATRICE MARLING
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
kubek
That guitar play is so amazing I'm dying
Moira Russell
Always loved her voice, but LOVE seeing her guitar playing spotlit on this album.
tom9987
she exploded like 5 years ago really - she has a pretty good amount of fame whereby she isn't to the majority's taste but indeed to the people who like real music she is a genius!
Chris Lawton
All music is real.
TheHumbuckerboy
Brilliant guitar playing, affecting vocals and evidence of an amazingly talented writer / performer !
dan121973
I can't get enough of this woman's voice and guitar playing!
MrBaronbandit
I'm not sure which is more spell binding, her voice, her lyrics or her guitar. Or maybe its a combination of all three
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Dustin Wheeler
Wow! Laura is always amazing me. Never heard this song listened to it 3 times! Laura Marling and Jimmy Page are my favorite musicians
Luna G.
Makes me want to practice guitar more.