Though born in Dayton, Ohio, Barlow was raised in Jackson, Michigan and then Westfield, Massachusetts. He is widely considered to be among the most prolific and ground-breaking indie musicians of the 1990's. He's best known for his work with Sebadoh, The Folk Implosion and Dinosaur Jr.'s original and current lineup. Many labels have been applied to his unique brand of acoustic rock, including lo-fi, folk-pop and folkcore. Barlow's latest album, his second official solo effort under his own name, is titled Goodnight unknown.
Legendary
Lou Barlow Lyrics
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I know there'll come a day I understand
Until then I'll be trying to solve a mystery
Wonder why I couldn't make you stay
Smiling through denial, my specialty
I thought that was a good thing for awhile
You gave me all your secrets, were you testing me?
Reenact your legendary tragedy
Do to me what has been done to you
Is that the only point to all this misery
Is there any reason I should cry?
Heal, it takes time
And you gave me all you had
I know in time I will believe
That I loved you, did you love me?
Heal, it takes time
And you gave me all you had
I know in time I will believe
That I loved you, you loved me
You loved me.
The song "Legendary" by Lou Barlow is a hauntingly beautiful confession of a broken heart that wonders if the love that was given and taken was ever reciprocated. The lyrics delve deep into the singer's psyche as he tries to make sense of the pain and confusion that he is feeling. The first verse is filled with regret and a realization that he wanted more from the relationship than his partner could give him. He acknowledges that someday he might understand the reason why the relationship ended, but until then, he will try to solve the mystery of why he couldn't make his lover stay.
The second verse shows the singer coping with the aftermath of the breakup. He tries to be positive and smile even though he is in denial. He wonders if his partner was testing him by revealing all her secrets, making him question if he truly knew her at all. The chorus of the song is a plea for healing, understanding, and closure. The singer knows that it takes time to heal from a broken heart, and though his partner gave him all she had, he is still uncertain if she ever truly loved him.
Overall, the lyrics of "Legendary" are a journey through the mind of someone who is trying to navigate the complexities of love, heartbreak, and healing. The song is a beautiful tribute to the human spirit's resilience and the power of hope in the face of adversity.
Line by Line Meaning
I know I wanted more than you could give to me
I was aware that what I expected from you was beyond your capability
I know there'll come a day I understand
I am aware that someday, things will get clearer to me
Until then I'll be trying to solve a mystery
Until clarity comes, I'll keep pondering, trying to unravel the mystery
Wonder why I couldn't make you stay
I keep asking myself, what did I do wrong that made you leave?
Smiling through denial, my specialty
I usually pretend that everything is alright even when it isn't, that's my specialty
I thought that was a good thing for awhile
I had once thought that my constant denial was a good coping mechanism
You gave me all your secrets, were you testing me?
You divulged all your secrets, and I wonder if it was a test to see if I was worth trusting.
How could I do anything but smile?
Your sharing was a very thoughtful gesture, thus, happiness was an apt reaction.
Reenact your legendary tragedy
Should I embody your sorrowful past?
Do to me what has been done to you
Will you also inflict on me what others did to you?
Is that the only point to all this misery
Is the objective of this woefulness to inflict sorrow on others too?
Is there any reason I should cry?
Do I even have to weep anymore?
Heal, it takes time
I need to take the time to heal
And you gave me all you had
You were generous enough to give me your all
I know in time I will believe
Eventually, I'll be able to believe
That I loved you, did you love me?
I'm still uncertain if the love I felt was mutual
You loved me.
Despite everything, I know you loved me.
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I know you've given all that you could give to me
I know there'll come a day I understand
Until then I'll be trying to solve your mystery
Wonder why I couldn't make you stay
Smiling through denial, my speciality
I thought that was a good thing for awhile
You gave me all your secrets, were you testing me?
How could I do anything but smile?
Re-enact your legendary tragedy
Do to me what has been done to you
Is that the only point to all this misery
Is there any reason I should cry?
Heal, it takes time
And you gave me all you had
I know in time I will believe
That I loved you, did you love me?
Heal, it takes time
And you gave me all you had
I know in time I will believe
That I loved you, you loved me
You loved me.
@WNorth82
I heard this song for first time in the O.C and I loved it !
@immagined
I'm here, 12 years later, for exactly the same reason! ❤🎉
@twilightxacidxlemon
My boyfriend showed me this song and I've been listening to it ever since, even after we broke up.. It holds so many memories.. And it brings a tear to my eye.. Moral of this comment.. Keep your loved ones close and appreciate every second you have with them..-3
@jackievicious8819
Nunca me había dolido tanto esta canción
@killyridols72826
This song always makes me cry...
@zergb0ng
Beautiful thing. The O.C.
@horiapopescu1
This song was the last one my gf sent me before she left...it has a special meaning,it's my bond with the past...
@aerithlivesforever6184
wish i'd heard of this guy in the mid 90s. I mean I was alive and alert at the time. Must thank my friend who introduced me to him back in 2003 everyday for this....
@ssballs
discovered this last night. Never too late :-)
@wrestlingfan29yazann
Thumbs up if The O.C. brought you here!