The members also belong to the band "Mega Low" having dropped two singles, "Reminders" in 2019 and "Yesterday's News" in 2020.
Jane
The Gromble Lyrics
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They always come and go like that
It′s how she makes her entertainment
Cause for a moment two is one and one is everything
Till she opens up her eyes
And has to face it
Just before dad left town
She's not yet found a good replacement
And Danny King had said one time
That he could tell just from her eyes
How many times she'd been snowblind
It takes one to trace it
Lay down Jane lay down
You can′t talk, you can′t open your mouth
Lay down Jane lay down
Or just get out, just get out
Another body in your room
I'm locked out on the porch again
Can′t see his face but then I hear you
And in the wake the drying clay
Of all your faults and fresh mistakes
Well I can't blame you
For wanting to be wanted like you do
Lay down Jane lay down
You can′t talk, you can't open your mouth
Lay down Jane lay down
Or just get out, just get out
The Gromble's song "Jane" is a melancholic and introspective track that delves into the struggles of a young woman named Jane. The song begins with the description of a stranger in Jane's room, a visitor that she entertains without any real emotional attachment. The song goes on to explain that her behavior might have been influenced by her past, specifically the actions of her father before he left town. The singer mentions how the father used to toss girls around, leaving Jane without a reliable father figure, and struggling to find appropriate and respectful male relationships. Danny King, an unnamed character, contextualizes some of the impact of Jane's past by stating that he could see how many times she'd been "snowblind," drawing an analogy to the loss of vision that comes with overexposure to snow.
As the song progresses, we get a sense of Jane's restlessness and desire to be wanted by someone, anyone. The singer mentions how he is locked out on the porch, as Jane entertains another stranger, indicative of her lack of commitment or loyalty to any person, romantic or otherwise. The song ends with a plea for Jane to either lay down and try to grapple with her issues or to leave, perhaps encouraging her to take an active stance in resolving her internal conflicts. The song explores a range of themes, including isolation, sexual promiscuity, family dysfunction, self-doubt, and a search for identity.
Line by Line Meaning
There's a stranger in Jane's room
Jane frequently invites strangers into her room for entertainment.
They always come and go like that
These strangers are not meant to be a long-term part of Jane's life.
It's how she makes her entertainment
Bringing strangers into her room is a source of excitement and pleasure for Jane.
Cause for a moment two is one and one is everything
For a brief moment, Jane and her guest become one and the experience becomes all-encompassing.
Till she opens up her eyes
However, once the moment is over, reality sets back in for Jane.
And has to face it
Jane must acknowledge that the transient thrill is fleeting.
Just before dad left town
Jane's father was once a part of her life, but is no longer present.
He liked to toss the girls around
Jane and her siblings were subjected to abuse and/or neglect at the hands of their father.
She's not yet found a good replacement
Jane has not been able to find a healthy alternative to cope with the pain of her childhood experiences.
And Danny King had said one time
Danny King has made an observation about Jane's behavior.
That he could tell just from her eyes
Danny King is able to identify Jane's emotional state simply from looking at her eyes.
How many times she'd been snowblind
Danny King recognizes that Jane has been caught up in the moment many times before, perhaps to the point of losing control or awareness of reality.
It takes one to trace it
Danny King has likely had similar experiences and can identify with Jane emotionally.
Another body in your room
Jane has invited yet another stranger into her room.
I'm locked out on the porch again
The singer (presumably the Gromble) is outside and cannot enter Jane's room.
Can't see his face but then I hear you
The artist is not able to see the stranger, but can hear Jane interacting with them.
And in the wake the drying clay
Once the encounter is over, Jane is left with feelings of guilt and regret.
Of all your faults and fresh mistakes
Jane is aware of her own shortcomings and vulnerabilities, but still engages in behavior that could be harmful to herself and/or others.
Well I can't blame you
The singer understands and sympathizes with Jane's actions, despite the potential risks and consequences.
For wanting to be wanted like you do
Jane craves attention, acceptance, and validation from others, which drives her behavior.
Lay down Jane lay down
The repeated refrain appears to be a plea for Jane to stop what she is doing and take a break.
You can't talk, you can't open your mouth
Perhaps Jane is unable to communicate her feelings or thoughts effectively, which contributes to her struggle.
Or just get out, just get out
Alternatively, the singer may be urging Jane to leave the situation altogether and find a healthier way to cope with her emotions.
Contributed by Annabelle S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.