1) The Narrative is an ind… Read Full Bio ↴There are multiple projects by this name:
1) The Narrative is an indie,rock pop band from Long Island, New York, US formed in 2008. The band currently consists of Suzie Zeldin (vocals/keys) and Jesse Gabriel (vocals/guitar). The band has released one studio albums so far: The Narrative (2010) and 2 EPs: Just Say Yes (2008), B-Sides and Seasides (2012). The band released their new single "Chasing a Feeling" in 2014, and Jesse released a solo record titled Here, Sit, Stay. In 2016, The Narrative released two new songs, "Moving Out" and "Toe the Line". The Narrative is about to release their seconds studio album titled Golden Silence on December 02, 2016.
The band first got together after Suzie Zeldin answered a Craigslist ad put up by Jesse Gabriel in 2006. They soon found out that they were studying in the same school. After the answer of Suzie the two collaborated on music, first forming the short lived project January Window spent the next couple of years (2006–2007) in Suzie's cramped Upper West Side apartment crafting songs for their first EP.
The Narrative recorded a 6 song EP with producer Bryan Russell titled Just Say Yes The album was self released in August 30, 2008. Since then, the band has made two feature promotions, having the EP on the front page on Myspace Canada, has had placements on MTV Shows from 2010 to 2012, MTV "Real World: Brooklyn" and "Real World: Cancun", Jersey Shore, MTV2, MTV's Canada Peak Season, VH-1, Nickelodeon's serie's Gigantic, TeenNick, National Geographic and Starz, a very positive unsigned showcase on Absolutepunk.net, Friends or Enemies Unsigned VIP Band and named in the AbsolutePunk Top 100.
Zeldin and Gabriel was helped by Charles Seich, and Ari Sadowitz on bass recording their first full length album The Narrative with Bryan Russell in 2009, which was scheduled for a Summer 2010, self released in July 27. The album was featured in the front page of MySpace U.S and PureVolume.com.
In April 2, 2012 Zeldin & Gabriel released their b-side compilation album B-Sides and Seasides, containing acoustic versions of the album The Narrative and Just Say Yes, featuring a new song "Hallelujah", "Make It Right". This songs are produced for the tour EP "Kickstarter" supporting the band 2011 Spring Tour, where the sale earned about $8,500. Some acoustics songs are released too in the Tour EP "Nothing Without You". Besides, the EP have covers of Radiohead, "Karma Police" and Brand New, "Tautou"
The band released their second studio album Golden Silence on December 2, 2016.
In 2021, after a yatus, the band released the single "Monoliths" on june 14. The Narrative plans to release more music in 2021.
Current Members:
Jesse Gabriel (Guitar and Vocals)
Suzie Zeldin (Keys and Vocals)
Please visit us on our website at www.thenarrativemusic.com.
If you've discovered us on last.fm and want to help us out, please tell a friend about us! Thanks so much =)
-The Narrative
2) The Narrative is a podcast focusing on Middle-Eastern current events and political analysis. Host Ali Kourani promotes real Middle Eastern voices typically absent from the media, with fresh perspectives and in-depth analyses of the ongoing conflicts, from the Middle East, to the whole world.
You can support the podcast by following it on twitter @TheNarrativePod, and by becoming a patron at www.patreon.com/thenarrative.
Winter's Coming
The Narrative Lyrics
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And now you are stranded sinking like a ghost
So sit by your door, and wait for me to storm in
But I swear, I swear I'm never coming home
And the Winter's coming close
And my body is growing cold
And I'm trembling in fright, oh my
And you took to the rhythm of a no good liar
I drown in the mirror, you notice thing is damn disease
And I never surface who I want to be
I'm shaking with bruises; I can barely stand my shame
Knowing every inch it hesitates
And it breaks and it breaks, and it breaks
And the Winter's coming close
And my body is growing cold
And I'm trembling in fright oh my
Cause I am a sinner with a crooked smile
And you took to the rhythm of a no good liar
I am a sinner with a crooked smile
And you took to the rhythm of a no good liar
Cause I am a sinner with a crooked smile
And you took to the rhythm of a no good liar
I am a sinner with a crooked smile
And you took to the rhythm of a no good liar
I am a sinner with a crooked smile
And you took to the rhythm of a no good liar
I am a sinner with a crooked smile
And you took to the rhythm of a no good liar
I am a sinner with a crooked smile
And you took to the rhythm of a no good liar
I am a sinner with a crooked smile
And you took to the rhythm of a no good liar
The Narrative's Winter's Coming explores themes of guilt, shame, and the fear of isolation that comes with it. The lyrics describe the singer's self-loathing, as they feel trapped in a cycle of lies, unable to be who they truly want to be. The comparison of the approaching winter is used as a metaphor for the coldness that the singer feels inside, reflecting their growing isolation and detachment from others. The opening stanza speaks of a shipwreck that the singer swears by, symbolizing a past failure or mistake that haunts them. The line, "sinking like a ghost," suggests a feeling of being unable to move on or escape from their past.
The following stanza presents the singer drowning in their reflection, surrounded by bruises and shame. The repetition of "it breaks" implies a cycle of self-destructive behavior that the singer cannot escape from. The lyrics convey a sense of desperation as the singer begs for someone to come storm in and help them, but they also confess that they are never coming home. This line may suggest a belief that they are beyond redemption or that their current state is irreversible.
The chorus repeats "I am a sinner with a crooked smile, and you took to the rhythm of a no good liar." The crooked smile refers to the singer's facade, a mask that hides their true self. They recognize that their actions do not follow the goodness that they project onto others, and they believe that their loved ones have fallen under their deceitful spell. The chorus suggests that the singer is not the only one hurt by their actions, as they have also hurt the people around them. Overall, The Narrative's Winter's Coming is a raw and honest portrayal of the fear and pain that comes with mistakes and the struggle to find redemption.
Line by Line Meaning
Are you in danger, you swore by a ship wreck
Do you feel helpless and lost like a ship caught in a storm?
And now you are stranded sinking like a ghost
Are you isolated and fading away like a ghost?
So sit by your door, and wait for me to storm in
Will you wait for me to come and rescue you?
But I swear, I swear I'm never coming home
But I promise, I promise I'll never return to what we had.
And the Winter's coming close
The cold, harsh season is drawing near.
And my body is growing cold
I feel the chill of the season in my bones.
And I'm trembling in fright, oh my
I'm scared of what's to come.
Cause I am a sinner with a crooked smile
I am flawed and imperfect, hiding behind a façade of confidence.
And you took to the rhythm of a no good liar
You were deceived by someone who cannot be trusted.
I drown in the mirror, you notice thing is damn disease
I struggle with self-image and you can see the damage it's causing me.
And I never surface who I want to be
I cannot reveal my true self, even to myself.
I'm shaking with bruises; I can barely stand my shame
I am physically and emotionally wounded and struggling to cope with my guilt.
Knowing every inch it hesitates
I am aware of every moment of hesitation in myself.
And it breaks and it breaks, and it breaks
And I continue to fall apart.
Contributed by Luke G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
bonitoFlakes
[Jesse]
Are you in danger?
You swore by a ship wreck
And now you are stranded sinking like a ghost
So sit by your door and wait for me to storm in
But I swear, I swear I'm never coming home
[Both]
And the winter’s coming close
And my body’s growing cold
And I'm trembling in fright, oh my
Cause I am a sinner with a crooked smile
And you took to the rhythm of a no-good liar
[Both]
I drown in the mirror
You notice thing is damn disease
[Jesse]
And I never surface -
[Both]
-who I want to be
I'm shaking with bruises; I can barely stand my shame
[Jesse]
Knowing every inch it hesitates
[Both]
And it breaks and it breaks, and it breaks
[Both]
And the winter’s coming close
And my body’s growing cold
And I'm trembling in fright, oh my
Cause I am a sinner with a crooked smile
And you took to the rhythm of a no-good liar
I am a sinner with a crooked smile
And you took to the rhythm of a no-good liar
[Both]
Cause I am a sinner with a crooked smile
And you took to the rhythm of a no-good liar
I am a sinner with a crooked smile
And you took to the rhythm of a no-good liar
I am a sinner with a crooked smile
And you took to the rhythm of a no-good liar
I am a sinner with a crooked smile
And you took to the rhythm of a no-good liar
[Jesse]
I am a sinner with a crooked smile
And you took to the rhythm of a no-good liar
I am a sinner with a crooked smile
And you took to the rhythm of a no-good liar
EarthlyFloral
I'm selfish in that I love that these underrated bands are my secret (': I wish they'd be famous,but then they'd be overrated so..this side of Youtube is my little haven to escape to <3
Beardy McShades
Be glad you get to experience like this, though. When you hear about celebrities 24/7, they lose their charm.
Bhakti Anand
Never have I seen myself fall in love with a band as quickly as I just did
Xochi Chung
Winter is coming, and I'm so glad I have this album to keep me warm through it. Love you guys so much.
Noah S.
Wow, coming back to this years later really hits hard. So many memories, so much nostalgia. Damn
Tempo&Time
Love all of these songs, but for whatever reason this one has always been my favourite. You guys are amazing, deserve so much more recognition, and so does this song in particular!
Lau Ste
The end of the chorus always gets me dancing
Alexandra Adams
I absolutely love this song. and the acoustic version just as much.
kimleahw
I love your music and all your work into this album really paid off!! :) It's amazing..
Jonnyboy356
This band actually writes "songs." They're all different but really great. Too bad we don't live in a world where people like that. :/