A girl group called "The Pixies Three" briefly existed in the 1960's. Despite this tag automatically redirecting to "Pixies", this would be the correct tag if you are scrobbling music by that group.
Two other Pixies bands also existed: one recorded a single titled "Santa's Too Fat for the Hula Hoop / Kitty Cats on Parade" in 1958, while another recorded an album titled "The Chipmunk Song" in 1970.
Silver
The Pixies Lyrics
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There are dangers
There are sorrows
I can't see this lady
It is shady
I am leavin' tomorrow
Tomorrow
Tomorrow
Even there's a reason
It's silver
It's gone
In this land of strangers
There are dangers
There are sorrows
Sorrows
Sorrows
Sorrows
Sorrows
Sorrows
Sorrows
The Pixies's song "Silver" is about the unknowns and uncertainties of life. The lyrics describe a world of strangers with hidden dangers and sorrows. The singer talks about not being able to see "this lady" and how it is shady, hinting at a potential romantic interest or a metaphor for a brighter future. However, despite the singer's desire to leave and escape, they are staying until tomorrow, amplifying the sense of ambivalence and uncertainty. The line "Even there's a reason, it's silver, it's gone" further stresses the transient nature of life and its unexpected changes that can happen at any time.
The song's repetitive use of "sorrows" underscores the melancholic, somber tone of the song. It's as if the singer is resigned to the fact that pain and sorrow are unavoidable in this mysterious world of strangers. Yet, the song's use of "silver," typically associated with value and beauty, offers a glimmer of hope amidst the darkness. It's as if the nature of silver is to shine bright initially but then dull over time and eventually disappear, giving the listener a poignant reminder of life's impermanence.
Line by Line Meaning
In this land of strangers
Being in an unfamiliar place surrounded by unknown people.
There are dangers
There are potential hazards around that can cause harm or damage.
There are sorrows
There are feelings of sadness, grief, or disappointment present in this place.
I can't see this lady
I am having difficulty perceiving or understanding this woman.
It is shady
There is something suspicious or dubious about this woman or the situation involving her.
I am leavin' tomorrow
I plan to depart from this place and situation in the near future.
Even there's a reason
Despite there being a cause or explanation for the circumstances, the situation is still problematic.
It's silver
The reason or cause for the situation is compared to the precious metal silver.
It's gone
The reason or cause for the situation has disappeared or is no longer present.
Sorrows
Repeating the previous reference to the feeling of sadness or disappointment permeating this place.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: KIM DEAL, CHARLES THOMPSON
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