In 2000 Wright joine… Read Full Bio ↴Lizz Wright is a U.S. jazz singer and composer.
In 2000 Wright joined the Atlanta-based vocal quartet In the Spirit, which soon achieved critical acclaim; in 2002 she signed a recording contract with Verve Records. Her first album, Salt, was released in 2003 (reaching number two on the Billboard Top Contemporary Jazz chart in 2004), followed by Dreaming Wide Awake in June 2005 (reaching number one on the Top Contemporary Jazz chart in 2005 and 2006).
In From The Storm
Lizz Wright Lyrics
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I just came back from the storm Yeah
I said, I just came back baby
I just came back from the storm Yeah
From the storm
Well I did not know it then
But I was sufferin', sufferin'
It was so cold and lonely, yeah
The wind cryin' through the rain tared me up
It was so cold and lonely
Cryin' through rain was tearin' me up
Oh a tearin' me up
I want to thank you my sweat darlin'
For diggin' in the mud, for diggin' me up
(Thank you baby)
It was a terrible rain burnin' my eyes
The wind and lightning took us by surprise
It was you my love who brought me in
I love you so much, I'll never stray from you again
Hey
I just came back, today
I just came back today my baby on her way
Yeah yeah yeah
The lyrics of Lizz Wright's song "In From The Storm" express the story of a man who has just returned from a difficult time in his life. The storm is used as a metaphor for the hardships he faced, and the love of his partner was what got him through it. The first verse is repeated throughout the song, emphasizing the importance of his return from the storm. The man expresses his gratitude towards his partner for digging him up from the mud, which can be interpreted as her helping him through a tough time.
The second verse describes the man's suffering in more detail. He reveals that he did not realize he was suffering until it was over, which suggests that he was caught up in the moment and didn't understand the full extent of his pain until he was able to reflect on it. The wind, rain, and loneliness tore him up emotionally, and he thanks his partner for being there for him. He specifically mentions the tears in his eyes, emphasizing his vulnerability during this time.
The final verse expresses the man's love and dedication towards his partner. He recognizes that it was her who brought him in from the storm, and promises to never stray from her again. It is unclear what caused him to be caught in the storm, but the important message is that he was able to make it through with the help of his partner's love.
Line by Line Meaning
Well I, just came back today
The singer is expressing that they have returned from a difficult situation.
I just came back from the storm Yeah
The 'storm' refers to a metaphorical struggle that the singer has faced.
I said, I just came back baby
The repetition of this phrase is emphasizing the importance of the return.
I just came back from the storm Yeah
The 'storm' is still a metaphorical struggle that the artist has overcome.
From the storm
The artist is emphasizing the point that they faced a significant struggle.
Well I did not know it then
The singer is reflecting on their past experiences.
But I was sufferin', sufferin'
The singer was enduring difficulties without realizing it at the time.
From the love that keep me born
The artist is attributing their struggles with love and relationships.
It was so cold and lonely, yeah
The artist was experiencing a sense of isolation and despair.
The wind cryin' through the rain tared me up
The weather was used as a metaphor for the emotional turbulence the artist was facing.
It was so cold and lonely
The singer is repeating the feeling of isolation and despair.
Cryin' through rain was tearin' me up
The artist is emphasizing the emotional turmoil caused by the 'rain' metaphor.
Oh a tearin' me up
The reiteration of the previous line emphasizes the intensity of the singer's struggles.
I want to thank you my sweat darlin'
The singer expresses gratitude towards someone they appreciate.
For diggin' in the mud, for diggin' me up
The metaphor of 'being dug up from mud' means being saved from a difficult situation.
(Thank you baby)
The artist reiterates their gratitude.
It was a terrible rain burnin' my eyes
The 'rain' metaphor was emotionally agonizing for the artist.
The wind and lightning took us by surprise
The singer emphasizes that their struggle was unpredictable and sudden.
It was you my love who brought me in
The singer attributes their success in overcoming the struggle to the support of those he loves.
I love you so much, I'll never stray from you again
The artist is expressing loyalty and appreciation for those who supported him/her.
Hey
The artist is signaling a change of tone or subject.
I just came back, today
The artist reiterates the importance of their return.
I just came back today my baby on her way
The singer emphasizes the happiness associated with his/her return.
Yeah yeah yeah
The artist expresses joy and relief.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: JIMI HENDRIX
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