Rasputina is a "cello rock" ensemble composed of singer/cellist Melora Crea… Read Full Bio ↴Rasputina is a "cello rock" ensemble composed of singer/cellist Melora Creager, and various, frequently changing band members. The current lineup includes Creager (cello), Daniel Dejesus (cello), and Dawn Miceli (drums).

Founded by Creager in 1992, they have long held true to their mission of enlightening the common man as to the power and versatility of the mighty cello. Historically influenced, and constantly costumed, Rasputina keeps a small legion of incredibly passionate admirers enthralled with their earnest musicianship. Considered to be quite a pioneer and visionary, Melora and her group have inspired countless young people to pick up the cello, and have re-inspired many uninspired string players. Rasputina considers this to be the finest payment for their work.

Professional involvements have included Nirvana, Ultra Vivid Scene, Marilyn Manson, Porno For Pyros, Belle and Sebastian,and Cheap Trick.

Former Members of Rasputina:
Julia Kent (89-99)
Kris Cowperthwaite (00-02)
Zoë Keating (02-06)
Sarah Bowman (06-08)
Jonathon TeBeest (00-08)

Thimble Island
Rasputina Lyrics

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I'm going down to Thimble Island
To find my true love there.
I'm sure that I can find one
Long of limb with time to spare.
On Thimble Island.
I'm on my own down the river
I'll bring my ivory needlecase.
I'll weave a blanket for when I shiver.

I'll stitch a bonnet to shield my face.
On Thimble Island.

You go there alone.
To find someone for to call them your own.

I've not heard of girls returning.
It is a murky, mystery place.
I may not have had much booklearnin'
But I've got charms to win the race.
On Thimble Island.

You go there alone.
To find someone for to call them your own.

All the girls are rowing there.
Gently down the stream.
In a dream I saw you there.
On Thimble Island.

I'm going down to Thimble Island
To find my true love there.
I'm sure that I can find one

Long of limb with time to spare.
On Thimble Island.

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Rasputina's song Thimble Island tell the story of a woman who is determined to find her true love on an island called Thimble Island, despite the rumors of the island being a murky and mysterious place where girls who have gone there before haven't returned. With her ivory needlecase, she embarks on a journey down the river to Thimble Island, hoping to discover someone "long of limb with time to spare." She plans to make a blanket to keep warm and a bonnet to shield her face from the sun while on the island.

The lyrics strongly suggest that Thimble Island is a metaphor for the search for true love. The singer has heard that Thimble Island is a risky and dangerous place to go, but she is willing to take the risk to find her soulmate. The line "All the girls are rowing there, gently down the stream" can be interpreted as the idea that all women, in a way, are searching for love, but not everyone takes the risk to find it.

Despite the possible risks, the singer is determined to venture to Thimble Island because she believes she has the necessary "charms to win the race." The song ends with the repetition of the refrain "I'm going down to Thimble Island to find my true love there."

Line by Line Meaning

I'm going down to Thimble Island
I am traveling to Thimble Island

To find my true love there.
I hope to find my soulmate on the island

I'm sure that I can find one
I am confident I will find someone

Long of limb with time to spare.
A tall, leisurely person is what I desire

On Thimble Island.
This is where I think I will find my love

I'm on my own down the river
I am traveling alone by boat

I'll bring my ivory needlecase.
I am bringing my sewing kit with me

I'll weave a blanket for when I shiver.
I will make a cover to keep me warm

I'll stitch a bonnet to shield my face.
To cover my face, I will create a hat

I've not heard of girls returning.
I have no knowledge of others coming back

It is a murky, mystery place.
Thimble Island is dark and enigmatic