Stern has cited many musical influences that contribute to her sound, including Hella, Lightning Bolt and Yoko Ono.
In early 2007, Kill Rock Stars released her debut album, In Advance of the Broken Arm. It was well received by critics, and most favorably by The New York Times, citing it as "the year's most exciting rock 'n' roll album." In mid 2007, Stern toured the US and UK with Hella's Zach Hill and The Advantage's Robby Moncrieff in support of her debut album. In 2008, Stern was named one of Venus Zine's "Greatest Female Guitarists of All Time," in their spring 2008 issue, and was nominated "Female Artist of the Year" and "Punk Album of the Year" for the 2008 Plug Music Awards.
Marnie Stern's second album, This Is It and You Are It and So Is That and He Is It and She Is It and It Is It and That Is That, was released October 7, 2008. Upon release, it garnered the title of "Best New Music" as well as #44 on "The 50 Best Albums of 2008" from Pitchfork Media. Stern toured Europe and the US in support of the album with former U.S. Maple guitarist Mark Shippy, bassist Malia James, and a varying lineup of drummers.
Backed by bass player Nithin Kalvakota and former Tera Melos drummer Vincent Rogers, Stern spent most of 2010 and 2011 touring North America, Europe, and Australia in support of her third, self-titled album. She is currently recording a new studio album.
Simon Says
Marnie Stern Lyrics
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I cannot think.
I cant cant sleep, laugh, or breathe
I'm drawing lines in the sand
Night ranger to make amends
Bigger without boundaries.
Big enough to try.
Bravest in the whole world
I'm drawing lines in the sand
Night ranger to make amends
Here's what i want
Here's what i want
Someone to come at me
Someone to desire
Coming from a dream world
Coming from a dream world
I'm drawing lines in the sand
Night ranger to make amends
The lyrics of Marnie Stern's song "Simon Says" display a sense of feeling stuck or trapped, unable to move forward or progress in life, both physically and mentally. The singer expresses a sense of helplessness and desperation, unable to think, sleep, laugh or breathe. The repetition of "drawing lines in the sand" and "night ranger to make amends" suggests attempts to establish boundaries and make peace with the past, possibly to break free from the rut or the stuck state.
In the later part of the song, the singer expresses a desire for someone to come and desire them, possibly as a way to break free from the monotony they are experiencing. The phrase "coming from a dream world" reinforces the idea of looking for someone to bring them out of their current reality and into a new one. Overall, the lyrics of "Simon Says" capture a sense of feeling trapped in stagnant circumstances, along with the desire for change and growth.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm stuck in time-in a rut.
I'm feeling trapped and unproductive.
I cannot think.
I'm experiencing a mental block and can't come up with new ideas.
I cant cant sleep, laugh, or breathe
My anxiety is affecting my ability to relax or enjoy simple pleasures.
I'm drawing lines in the sand
I'm trying to establish boundaries and assert myself.
Night ranger to make amends
I'm seeking forgiveness or reconciliation with someone who has hurt me.
Bigger without boundaries.
I want to expand my horizons and try new things without holding myself back.
Big enough to try.
I feel ready to take on new challenges and take risks.
Bigger than the whole world
I feel like I can conquer anything and achieve anything I set my mind to.
Bravest in the whole world
I am fearless and courageous, even in the face of adversity.
Here's what i want
I have a clear idea of what I'm seeking or hoping to achieve.
Someone to come at me
I want someone to challenge me or push me to be my best self.
Someone to desire
I want to be wanted and appreciated by others.
Coming from a dream world
My desires and aspirations may seem unrealistic or fantastical.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Marnie Julia Stern
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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