The Curse
Obel Agnes Lyrics
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From the start they didn't know exactly why, why
Winter came and made it so all look alike, look alike
Underneath the grass would grow, aiming at the sky
It was swift, it was just, another wave of a miracle
But no one, nothing at all would go for the kill
If they called on every soul in the land, on the moon
The curse ruled from the underground down by the shore
And their hope grew with a hunger to live unlike before
The curse ruled from the underground down by the shore
And their hope grew with a hunger to live unlike before
Tell me now of the very souls that look alike, look alike
Do you know the stranglehold covering their eyes?
If I call on every soul in the land, on the moon
Tell me if I'll ever know a blessing in disguise
The curse ruled from the underground down by the shore
And their hope grew with a hunger to live unlike before
And the curse ruled from the underground down by the shore
And their hope grew with a hunger to live unlike before
The lyrics of "The Curse" by Agnes Obel are filled with mystery and intrigue, leaving listeners with plenty of room for interpretation. The first verse sets the stage for a story of a people who went into hiding, not knowing why. Winter came and made them all look alike, while beneath the surface, life continued to grow towards the sky. The second verse brings up the idea of a wave of a "miracle," yet nothing and nobody would go for the kill. It seems as though the people are waiting for some sort of blessing or divine intervention.
In the chorus, we hear about a curse ruling from underground, causing the people to hunger for a better life. The curse is haunting and powerful, seemingly holding them down. The final verse brings the focus back to the idea of people looking alike, and the question of whether or not they are truly seeing the world around them. The singer calls on every soul in the land and on the moon, wondering if they will ever know a blessing in disguise.
Overall, the lyrics of "The Curse" are open to many different interpretations. Some may see it as a commentary on societal norms and expectations that hold people back, while others may interpret it as a call for action and rebellion against oppressive forces.
Line by Line Meaning
And the people went into their hide, they oh
People became afraid and went into hiding, unsure of what was happening.
From the start they didn't know exactly why, why
They were confused and unable to understand the reason behind the events happening around them.
Winter came and made it so all look alike, look alike
When winter came, everything appeared to be the same, lacking any diversity.
Underneath the grass would grow, aiming at the sky
Despite the bleakness, there was still life and hope trying to rise up.
It was swift, it was just, another wave of a miracle
An unexpected event occurred that was both quick and fair, like a miracle.
But no one, nothing at all would go for the kill
Despite the opportunity, no one took action to harm or take advantage.
If they called on every soul in the land, on the moon
If everyone everywhere united and worked together,
Only then would they know a blessing in disguise
They would only see that the event was ultimately beneficial in disguise.
The curse ruled from the underground down by the shore
There was a dark and negative force in control, hidden and near.
And their hope grew with a hunger to live unlike before
Despite the curse, people began to desire and strive for something better.
Tell me now of the very souls that look alike, look alike
Can you tell me about those who seem the same and lack individuality?
Do you know the stranglehold covering their eyes?
Are you aware of the psychological control and influence keeping them blind?
If I call on every soul in the land, on the moon
If I united and rallied everyone everywhere,
Tell me if I'll ever know a blessing in disguise
Would I ever see that a seemingly negative event is actually beneficial in disguise?
The curse ruled from the underground down by the shore
The negative and controlling force remained.
And their hope grew with a hunger to live unlike before
Despite the curse, people continued to desire a better life with increasing fervor.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: AGNES CAROLINE THAARUP OBEL
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@fritz3977
3 talented girls+
3 beautiful instruments+
3 perfect players+
1 crystal clear voice+
perfect background singers
= Masterpiece
Needs nothing more to say. I´m a man. The greatest things on earth for me are souch girls voices and instruments.
In my fantasy, soo sounds angels. Hope, later I will get to heaven and here such things till eternety.
@deshanperera2729
This isn't music, this is therapy
@jls1948
Right... 20 years ago, I cured myself with "The Penguin Café Orchestra". With rather good results ;-)
Have a try : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f-BrkEo8knM
@suramanana
indeed!
@AmandaWoolsey
This right here!
@vaxitour2517
So True!!!
@mirawilladsen7299
but still music indeed
@janmeeee
agnes' songs always make me feel like i'm walking though the woods during autumn/winter, feeling every bit of nature by myself <3
@clarebrandon5480
Etheral ❤
Like you can feel the moss between your toes and smell the moist air.
@sushibguts
fr
@fm109
9 years on and still an amazing track