Persson is married to the American composer and musician Nathan Larson. She sung the lyrics to some of his songs on the soundtracks to Todd Solondz’ movie "Palindromes" and Australian movie "Little Fish".
Persson also made her acting debut in the movie "Om Gud vill" which was released in 2006.
She is currently working on her solo album.
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Song for the leftovers
Nina Persson Lyrics
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Hanging low against the tide
The world is at its best now
When the loveless ones collide
It's a long night, a beautiful night
We're the first leftovers of the night
I think about the last times
I wonder why they couldn't touch
And why they never gave it up
You weren't hard to find
You didn't run and hide
We were the first leftovers of the night
Of the night
The silence is a burden
When you don't really wanna talk
I'm trying really hard now to set
A light must sleepy heart
We made a pretty sight
It seems we found some pride
In being the first leftovers of the night
Of the night
And everything is alright now
Everything is alright now
Everything is alright
You're not what I was after
But I'm happy with what I found
To dream on the beginning
When the end is all around
I think you're alright
You qualify
For being my supernova
It's a gambling life
A lonely stride
But I think we're the best leftovers of the night
Of the night
And everything is alright now
Everything is alright now
Everything is alright
The lyrics of Nina Persson's "Song for the leftovers" may seem cryptic and elusive, but a closer reading reveals a bittersweet meditation on finding solace in unexpected places and unlikely partnerships. The song portrays two people who meet in the dead of night, as "the loveless ones collide" and form a bond based on their shared sense of being left behind or discarded by life. They may not have found what they were looking for, but they have found each other and a sense of acceptance and validation.
Throughout the song, there is a sense of uncertainty and melancholy, as the singer reflects on past relationships ("the people I had to hurt") and the unfulfilled dreams of "dreaming on the beginning when the end is all around." Yet, there is also a glimmer of hope and resilience, as the two main characters find "some pride" in their status as "the first leftovers of the night" and celebrate the fact that "everything is alright now."
One possible interpretation of the song is that it speaks to the idea of embracing imperfection and finding beauty in unexpected places. It is a testament to the power of human connection and the ability to find meaning and purpose in a world that can often be harsh and unforgiving. The lyrics are poetic and evocative, creating a vivid emotional landscape that invites the listener to reflect on their own experiences of loneliness, loss, and redemption.
Line by Line Meaning
The night is on the edge now
The night is at its climax
Hanging low against the tide
Moving slowly against the natural flow
The world is at its best now
The world is most beautiful at this time
When the loveless ones collide
When people without love come together
It's a long night, a beautiful night
The night is long but beautiful
We're the first leftovers of the night
We are the first to remain in the night after others have gone
I think about the last times
I reflect on past experiences
And the people I had to hurt
And the people who were hurt by me
I wonder why they couldn't touch
I wonder why they couldn't connect with me emotionally
And why they never gave it up
And why they never stopped trying to connect
You weren't hard to find
You were easy to find
You didn't run and hide
You didn't avoid me
We were the first leftovers of the night
We were the first to remain in the night after others have gone
The silence is a burden
Silence is heavy and uncomfortable
When you don't really wanna talk
When you don't feel like talking
I'm trying really hard now to set
I am making an effort
A light must sleepy heart
To awaken a heavy heart
We made a pretty sight
We looked good together
It seems we found some pride
It seems we are proud of each other
In being the first leftovers of the night
In being the first to remain in the night after others have gone
And everything is alright now
Everything is okay now
You're not what I was after
You're not the kind of person I was looking for
But I'm happy with what I found
But I am happy with you
To dream on the beginning
To have hope for the future
When the end is all around
When bad things seem to be happening all around us
I think you're alright
I think you're good
You qualify
You meet the requirements
For being my supernova
For being the brightest star in my life
It's a gambling life
Life is unpredictable
A lonely stride
A solitary walk
But I think we're the best leftovers of the night
But I think we are the best ones to remain in the night after others have gone
And everything is alright now
Everything is okay now
Everything is alright
Everything is okay
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