The band's name derives from banjoist Leonard Podolak's earlier band Scruj MacDuhk (pronounced Scrugg MachDuke). MacDuhk was a warrior chieftain who fought with William Wallace, resisting English occupation of Scotland, during the reign of King Edward I. The entire name is a wordplay on the Disney character Scrooge McDuck created by Carl Barks.
In March of 2007 lead singer and budding songwriter Jessee Havey left the band to pursue other interests. Singer Sarah Dugas joined the band in July of 2007 and is on the road with The Duhks.
In late 2007, percussionist Scott Senior left the band to spend more time with his family, as his partner, Tara Beckta, was expecting their second child. Christian Dugas, Sarah's brother and a former bandmate of Leonard Podolak, has since joined The Duhks. Other members are fiddler Tania Elizabeth and guitarist Jordan McConnell.
In October 2007 The Duhks Sustainability Project http://www.greenduhks.com was launched to raise awareness about ways to live a more economically-viable and ecologically-sustainable lifestyle. In April 2008, The Duhks performed a post Earth Day benefit in Nederland, Colorado.
In spring 2016, the band announced that they would no longer be touring. They have not released any new music since 2014.
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ANNABEL
The Duhks Lyrics
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I've looked high and I've looked low
I've looked low and I've looked high
Tell me where does the spirit go when you die?
Oh where does the spirit go when you die?
I have packed your satin gloves and lace
All the pictures of your pretty face
And a picture from your wedding day
Annabel Annabel way up high
Are you kissing the starry birds in the sky
Will you come and visit us down below
Oh Annabel Annabel where did you go
Annabel where did you go?
You will miss the humming of the spring
In the winter you won't need anything
And the summer is a lonesome dale
I am lost without you Annabel
I have lost my faith in everything
Annabel Annabel are you free?
Will you wrap me in your legacy?
In a blanket with your sweet perfume
I am always think of thoughts of you.
Annabel Annabel where did you go?
I've looked high and I've looked low
Oh I've looked low and I've looked high
Tell me where does the spirit go when you die?
Oh where does the spirit go when you die?
The Duhks's song "Annabel" is a bittersweet tribute to a lost loved one. The song is full of longing and questions about the afterlife. The opening lines, "Annabel Annabel where did you go? I've looked high and I've looked low," express the singer's search for answers about where the spirit goes after death. The repetition of this line throughout the song emphasizes the singer's frustration and desperation to find peace in the loss.
The lyrics are full of heartfelt memories and mementos of the lost loved one. The singer describes packing Annabel's belongings, including her "satin gloves and lace" and "pictures of your pretty face." The line "And a picture from your wedding day" adds a poignant layer to the song, as it suggests the singer may have been Annabel's partner or spouse. The line "Are you kissing the starry birds in the sky" shows the singer's hope for some kind of spiritual existence for Annabel after her death. Ultimately, the singer is left with a sense of loss and disbelief that Annabel is truly gone.
Line by Line Meaning
Annabel Annabel Where did you go?
The singer is searching for Annabel and is unsure where she is.
I've looked high and I've looked low
The singer has searched everywhere for Annabel.
I've looked low and I've looked high
The singer has searched everywhere for Annabel.
Tell me where does the spirit go when you die?
The artist wonders where Annabel's spirit has gone after her death.
Oh where does the spirit go when you die?
The artist is still wondering where Annabel's spirit has gone after her death.
I have packed your satin gloves and lace
The singer has collected Annabel's belongings after her death.
All the pictures of your pretty face
The singer has collected Annabel's pictures to remember her.
And I kept the ones of you on skates
The artist cherishes Annabel's pictures on skates.
And a picture from your wedding day
The artist also cherishes Annabel's wedding day picture.
Annabel Annabel way up high
The artist imagines Annabel being in a high place like heaven.
Are you kissing the starry birds in the sky
The singer wonders if Annabel is experiencing heavenly joy by kissing the birds in the sky.
Will you come and visit us down below
The artist wishes for Annabel to come visit the loved ones left behind on earth.
Oh Annabel Annabel where did you go
The singer is still questioning where Annabel has gone.
You will miss the humming of the spring
The singer is aware that Annabel will miss the beautiful things in life once she's gone.
In the winter you won't need anything
The singer acknowledges that Annabel's spirit doesn't need anything in the afterlife.
And the summer is a lonesome dale
The artist speaks of the loneliness felt in summer without Annabel.
I am lost without you Annabel
The artist misses Annabel greatly and feels lost without her presence.
I have lost my faith in everything
The singer has lost their faith in everything due to Annabel's death.
Annabel Annabel are you free?
The singer wonders if Annabel feels free in the afterlife.
Will you wrap me in your legacy?
The artist wants to be wrapped in the memory and legacy of Annabel.
In a blanket with your sweet perfume
The artist reminisces about the scent of Annabel's sweet perfume.
I am always think of thoughts of you.
The artist always thinks about Annabel and remembers her.
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@jhott44
This is J William Hott's sister, from his account. J was my little brother and best friend, and we cherished this song together after his best friend past away. Now, I cherish this song alone as we lost J to suicide last year. Annabelle will always evoke strong emotion within me. I hope you all check out the rest of his uploads, and his photography, he was an amazing and talented person. Love and Light to all.
@JJM956
OMG i'm very sorry to hear about this. I read the description of this video and it made me feel a connection with him. I'm so sorry that you lost such a great and important person in your life. :(
@josephm4634
I am so sorry for your loss. Wishing you and your family comfort and closure in your difficult time.
I stumbled upon this song from the TV show Hell on Wheels, and I’m so glad J brought it here to YouTube. This song triggers an emotional response from us all and we’re constantly drawn back to it. I will think of you and your brother every time I hear this song. I sincerely hope you and your family find peace.
@djcrow19
I don’t know if u still check messages here but wanted to express how sad I am for you with losing ur brother. I cannot imagine losing a sibling. Please know we all appreciate ur brothers contributions here. I want to look at his photos too. Love and light to you my darling. Take care. Dora
@SirToasty070
I'm sorry to hear that, ma'am. My condolences..
@sylisweaver4651
💜
@muwatallis
Hell on Wheels brought me here. Fell in love with this.
@cpjds1
Me too... What a show! I'm just about done with season two and had Lily's future spoiled for me but nevertheless the song is fantastic.
@joshbeam3924
This signs to the soul
@Grayson-iu6bn
Same here