Clark joined Sufjan Stevens' touring band in 2006, bringing with her a tour EP entitled Paris Is Burning. It contains three tracks, including a cover version of Jackson Browne's These Days.
Clark released her début album, Marry Me, 10 July 2007 on Beggars Banquet Records. Named after a line from the cult-hit television show Arrested Development, the LP features appearances from drummer Brian Teasley (Man or Astro-man?, The Polyphonic Spree), Mike Garson (David Bowie's longtime pianist), and horn player Louis Schwadron (The Polyphonic Spree).
In 2008 Clark was nominated for three PLUG Independent Music Awards: New Artist of the Year, Female Artist of the Year, and Music Video of the Year, and on 6 March 2008, she won the Female Artist of the Year award.
Her second album for 4AD, entitled Actor, was released on 5 May 2009. It was written entirely by Clark and produced by Clark and John Congleton of The Paper Chase.
The Strange Mercy Songfacts reports that Clark wrote her third album in Seattle. She decamped to the Northwestern city to escape from the information overload she was experiencing at home and recorded Strange Mercy in a studio provided by Death Cab For Cutie drummer Jason McGerr. The album was released by 4AD on September 12, 2011 and peaked at #19 on the Billboard 200, making it her first Top 20 LP.
2) A pseudonym of singer-songwriter Vincent Bernardy, who has written and recorded music since 1980. see also St. Vincent Folk
3) A singer/songwriter from Victoria, Australia.
This Day
St. Vincent Lyrics
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I don’t even want that new Ferrari
I’ll just have to give all of these toys away
Cause I only want to wake up to you
I don’t need a trip to some place in the sun
Traveling alone just ain’t my kinda fun
Take me to paradise, bet the weather’s nice
But It’d be better if I’m holding your hand
Working on my tan eating fine caviar
A new place every night
Seeing every site but I might as well be stuck in the sand
I just want to see you underneath my tree topped with a bow
I won’t make a list so
He don’t have to check it twice and miss the
Only thing I want to find under the tree
The reason for this melody
I won’t hang a stocking
I don’t even want that new Ferrari
I’ll just have to give all of these toys away
Cause I only want to wake up to you this Christmas Day
I don’t need a bunch of presents under the tree
Gucci and Supreme never meant much to me
Keep all the fancy bling
The only thing I need is a little less room in my bed
Buy me a new ride so I can cruise down the street
Deck it out with rims and heated upholstery
But baby I’d get tired of
Drivin round without you by my side
Oh I just want to see you underneath my tree topped with a bow
I won’t make a list so
He don’t have to check it twice and miss the
Only thing I want to find under the tree
The reason for this melody
I won’t hang a stocking
I don’t even want that new Ferrari
I’ll just have to give all of these toys away
Cause I only want to wake up to you this Christmas Day
I won’t make a list so
He don’t have to check it twice and miss the
Only thing I want to find under the tree
The reason for this melody
I won’t hang a stocking
I don’t even want that new Ferrari
I’ll just have to give all of these toys away
Cause I only want to wake up to you this Christmas Day
Whoah
Cause I only want to wake up to you this Christmas Day
Oh I only want to wake up to you
The lyrics to St. Vincent's song "This Day" convey a sentiment of prioritizing love and companionship over material possessions during the holiday season. The singer expresses a lack of interest in traditional Christmas presents such as a stocking or a new Ferrari, instead emphasizing the desire to be with their loved one. They mention giving away all of the toys they receive, highlighting their sole desire to wake up next to their partner on Christmas day.
The lyrics also touch upon the idea of traveling and experiencing luxury, but ultimately suggest that these experiences are unfulfilling without the presence of their loved one. The singer mentions cruising on a beautiful yacht, enjoying the finest caviar and exploring new places, yet they feel as if they are still stuck in the sand. The lyrics further emphasize that all they truly want is to see their partner under the Christmas tree, symbolizing the significance of their presence as the true gift.
Line by Line Meaning
I won’t hang a stocking
I don't care about material possessions or superficial symbols of the holiday season
I don’t even want that new Ferrari
I am not interested in extravagant and expensive gifts or luxuries
I’ll just have to give all of these toys away
I will happily give away all the physical objects and toys I receive because they are not what truly matters to me
Cause I only want to wake up to you
The only thing I truly desire is to wake up next to you and spend this special day together
I don’t need a trip to some place in the sun
I don't require a fancy vacation or a sunny location to be happy during this time
Traveling alone just ain’t my kinda fun
Exploring new places and experiences without your companionship doesn't bring me joy
Take me to paradise, bet the weather’s nice
Although going to a beautiful and idyllic location may seem appealing, it would be even better if we could go together
But It’d be better if I’m holding your hand
The true happiness I seek lies in holding your hand and sharing these experiences with you
I could cruise around on a beautiful yacht
I could indulge in luxurious and extravagant experiences, like sailing on a lavish yacht
Working on my tan eating fine caviar
Enjoying the sun while pampering myself with decadent delicacies, like caviar, might seem appealing
A new place every night
Seeing every site
Exploring different destinations every night and seeing all the famous landmarks and attractions may sound exciting
But I might as well be stuck in the sand
However, all these experiences would be meaningless if I cannot be with you
I just want to see you underneath my tree topped with a bow
The only thing that truly matters to me is seeing you, my loved one, under the Christmas tree, adorned with a festive bow
I won’t make a list so
He don’t have to check it twice and miss the
I won't create a traditional Christmas wish list, so Santa or anyone else won't have to worry about fulfilling my superficial desires
Only thing I want to find under the tree
The reason for this melody
The only thing I want to discover under the Christmas tree is the presence of you, as you are the inspiration behind the joyous melody of this song
I don’t need a bunch of presents under the tree
A pile of gifts under the tree doesn't bring me happiness or fulfillment
Gucci and Supreme never meant much to me
High-end designer brands like Gucci and Supreme hold no real significance or value in my life
Keep all the fancy bling
I have no interest in keeping or flaunting flashy and extravagant jewelry or accessories
The only thing I need is a little less room in my bed
The only thing I truly desire is to have you by my side, filling the empty space in my bed
Buy me a new ride so I can cruise down the street
You can buy me a new car so we can drive together and enjoy the simple pleasure of cruising down the street
Deck it out with rims and heated upholstery
Although adding fancy enhancements like rims and heated seats to the car may seem appealing, those features are insignificant compared to the joy of having you accompany me
But baby I’d get tired of
Drivin round without you by my side
However, even with all the luxurious perks, I would quickly grow tired of driving around without your presence beside me
Cause I only want to wake up to you
My true desire is to wake up next to you, no matter the occasion or season
Cause I only want to wake up to you this Christmas Day
Above all else, my ultimate wish is to wake up beside you on this special day of Christmas
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Michael Munoz
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@KaterinaMa
I've been out walking
I don't do too much talking these days
These days...
These days I simply think a lot
About the things that I forgot to do
And all the times I had the chance to
I've stopped my rambling
I won't do too much gambling these days
These days...
These days I simply think about
How all the changes came about my way
And I wonder if I'll see another highway
I had a lover
I don't think I'll risk another these days
These days...
These days I seem to be afraid
To live the life that I have made in song
It's just…
@jocelynf139
Nico is amazing, but this cover is everything 💕
@erscott13
"Pls don't confront me with my failures. I have not forgotten them." I relate so much.
@miguelosvaldo
Love this song and this woman so much.
@shawnbay2211
How can I get a sense of nostalgia from something that I haven’t heard before?
@adandisenador
Love this song.
@Jack-gu4fc
My favourite cover of this song
@KaterinaMa
I've been out walking
I don't do too much talking these days
These days...
These days I simply think a lot
About the things that I forgot to do
And all the times I had the chance to
I've stopped my rambling
I won't do too much gambling these days
These days...
These days I simply think about
How all the changes came about my way
And I wonder if I'll see another highway
I had a lover
I don't think I'll risk another these days
These days...
These days I seem to be afraid
To live the life that I have made in song
It's just…
@darinbauer8122
Still a favorite. <3
@mattbushdr63
Perfect!
@erscott13
Finally, a cover version with a decent voice.