With some mild success with singles during the mid-late 1960s, Bunyan released the LP, Just Another Diamond Day, in 1970. This consisted of songs written while traveling in a horse drawn gypsy cart. Critics panned the album and a discouraged Vashti soon disappeared from the music scene. However, by the 2000s her work had finally been finding an audience among contemporary artists and fans of folk music.
In 2002, she was invited by Piano Magic musician Glen Johnson to sing guest vocals on his song "Crown of the Lost", her first recording in over 30 years. After guesting on Piano Magic's album 'Writers Without Homes', she released her critically-acclaimed second album, Lookaftering, 35 years after its predecessor.
In 2006 she collaborated with Adem and began to tour for the first time, accompanied by various musicians including Jo Mango and Gareth Dickson. She collaborated with Animal Collective on the Prospect Hummer EP. Vashti also sang with Devendra Banhart on his album Rejoicing in the Hands.
Bunyan's cover of the late John Martyn's "Head and Heart" appeared on the 2011 tribute album, Johnny Boy Would Love This...A Tribute to John Martyn.
Rose Hip November
Vashti Bunyan Lyrics
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Gold landing at our door, catch one leaf and fortune will surround you evermore
Pine tree very tall, waiting for snow to fall
Mist hangs very still, caught by dawn in castle moats around the sleeping hill
Now a pipe is heard happy is the shepherd
Shepherdess and dog, father of the pastureland and mother of the flock
Rose hip November, autumn I'll remember
Gold landing at our door, catch one Leif and fortune will surround you
Evermore
Evermore
Evermore
"Rose Hip November" is a song by Vashti Bunyan that paints a vivid portrait of a serene autumn day. The lyrics describe the sights and sounds of the season, from the golden leaves falling at the doorstep to the mist hanging still in the air. The song also tells the story of a shepherd and his family, with the father tending to the land and the mother caring for the flock.
The chorus of the song suggests that catching a falling leaf can bring good fortune. This reflects the traditional belief that catching a leaf falling from a tree meant that one's wishes would come true. It also captures the fleeting beauty of autumn, a season that is associated with change and impermanence.
The verse about the shepherd and his family adds a human element to the song, reminding us that even as nature changes around us, life goes on. The pipe that is heard represents the joy and harmony of the family and the pastoral landscape they inhabit.
Overall, "Rose Hip November" is a beautiful tribute to autumn and the simplicity of life in the countryside.
Line by Line Meaning
Rose hip November, autumn I'll remember
I'll always cherish the memories of this November, with its rose hips and autumn vibes.
Gold landing at our door, catch one leaf and fortune will surround you evermore
If you catch a golden leaf that has landed at our doorstep, good luck and wealth will come your way for the rest of your life.
Pine tree very tall, waiting for snow to fall
The tall pine tree is patiently waiting for the snow to fall, which brings a sense of anticipation and peacefulness.
Mist hangs very still, caught by dawn in castle moats around the sleeping hill
The mist is hovering calmly and motionlessly over the castle moats that surround the sleeping hill, making for a serene and picturesque view.
Now a pipe is heard happy is the shepherd
A cheerful tune is being played on a pipe, and the shepherd is happy as he listens to it.
Shepherdess and dog, father of the pastureland and mother of the flock
The shepherdess and her dog are like parents to the flock of sheep, providing them with guidance and protection within the pastureland.
Evermore
Forever and always.
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Mind Blowing
Rose hip November
Autumn I'll remember
Gold landing at our door;
Catch one leaf and fortune will surround you evermore
Pine tree very tall
Waiting for snow to fall
Mist hangs very still
Caught by dawn in castle moats around the sleeping hill
Now a pipe is heard
Happy is the shepherd
Shepherdess and dog
Father of the pastureland and mother of the flock
Rose hip November
Autumn I'll remember
Gold landing at our door;
Catch one leaf and fortune will surround you evermore
Evermore, evermore
Watziterinhetcadeautje
Vashti's voice is like that of an angel I sent her fanmail a while ago and she actually replied, she's so very kind too!
Nikka Grishkova
wow! she is very amazing!!
Chantelle Flores
I know this is VERY late, but may I ask if it's still possible to send her fanmail? I'd absolutely love to send her a letter!
erbse999
yes, a voice like a kadotje :)
Jack Lazariuk
She’s as sweet as Tupelo Honey
Caitlin Sherry
@Chantelle Flores hey im still wondering now lol!
multiverse specimen
Her voice can melt concrete walls and drill into darkness.
Mind Blowing
Rose hip November
Autumn I'll remember
Gold landing at our door;
Catch one leaf and fortune will surround you evermore
Pine tree very tall
Waiting for snow to fall
Mist hangs very still
Caught by dawn in castle moats around the sleeping hill
Now a pipe is heard
Happy is the shepherd
Shepherdess and dog
Father of the pastureland and mother of the flock
Rose hip November
Autumn I'll remember
Gold landing at our door;
Catch one leaf and fortune will surround you evermore
Evermore, evermore
mizofan
how kind, have a lovely day
Marco Congedi
Thanks for the lyrics. Really beautiful.