Nadler studied painting at the Rhode Island School of Design, where she began her performing career after writing songs for many years.
The foundation of her sound is her haunting mezzo-soprano, and a delicate 6-string acoustic guitar, often accompanied by a variety of instruments, including electric guitar, theremin, and piano. Nadler writes strange, yet classic, melancholy songs. Her voice is often bathed in a wash of reverb and space echo and creates a ghostly, atmospheric feeling to the music.
She has American Gothic leanings; her songs often take place in an imagined, idealistic time with a cast of characters of her own creation.
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For The Good Times
Marissa Nadler Lyrics
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But life goes on and this world keeps on turning
Let's just be glad we had this time to spend together
There is no need to watch the bridges that we're burning
Lay your head upon my pillow
Hold your warm and tender body close to mine
Hear the whisper of the raindrops
Make believe you love me one more time
For the good times
I'll get along; you'll find another,
And I'll be here if you should find you ever need me.
Don't say a word about tomorrow or forever,
There'll be time enough for sadness when you leave me.
Lay your head upon my pillow
Hold your warm and tender body
Close to mine
Hear the whisper of the raindrops
Blow softly against my window
Make believe you love me
One more time
For the good times
The lyrics to Marissa Nadler's "For the Good Times" are a poignant reminder that even though a relationship may end, it doesn't mean that the time spent together was insignificant. The singer acknowledges that the relationship may be over, but instead of dwelling on the sadness and pain, they suggest that both parties just be glad for the good times they had together. The world keeps turning and life goes on, but the memories of the good times can still be cherished.
The second verse is a bittersweet moment of physical intimacy between two people who know their time together is coming to an end. The singer invites their partner to lay their head on their pillow and hold their body close. The sound of raindrops outside the window adds to the melancholic atmosphere. The chorus echoes the idea of making believe that the love is still there, just for a little while longer, for the good times.
The final verse is a reassurance that the singer will be there for their partner if they ever need them, despite the fact that they will be moving on. The singer discourages talk of forever and asks their partner not to mention leaving, as there will be enough time for sadness and grieving when that time comes. The chorus is repeated once more, emphasizing the desire to hold onto the good times, even as the relationship comes to a close.
Overall, "For the Good Times" is a beautifully melancholic song about the end of a relationship and the importance of cherishing the good times that were shared.
Line by Line Meaning
Don't look so sad. I know it's over
Don't feel down. I understand our relationship has come to an end
But life goes on and this world keeps on turning
However, we must recognize that the world still rotates and life goes on
Let's just be glad we had this time to spend together
We should focus on the fact that we had cherished moments together
There is no need to watch the bridges that we're burning
We don't have to focus on the damage we're causing in the process of letting go
Lay your head upon my pillow
Rest your head against my cushion
Hold your warm and tender body close to mine
Embrace my soft, loving body tightly
Hear the whisper of the raindrops
Listen to the soft sound of the rain gently falling
Blow softly against my window
The wind blows calmly against the windowpane
Make believe you love me one more time
Pretend as though you still love me, even for a short while
For the good times
For the purpose of preserving happy memories
I'll get along; you'll find another,
I'll be okay on my own, and you'll find someone new
And I'll be here if you should find you ever need me.
I'll always be available if you require my assistance
Don't say a word about tomorrow or forever,
Let's not discuss what the future holds for us
There'll be time enough for sadness when you leave me.
We'll have plenty of time to mourn after you depart
Contributed by Matthew W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Martin M
thank you