Big Thief - Sparrow
(?) in the wings of the sparrow
Weak as, as sharp as an arrow
Sings in a whispering whistle
Sleeps in the ivy and thistle
Owls out swooping and howling
Deep in the midnight prouling
Mumma, the scream of the eagle
Threading my heart through a needle
Spreading the blood through the arrow
Sucking the juice from the apple
Trapped, Trapped
Eating the seeds from the apple
Burying the tree from the apple
Trapped in the weeds like a scarecrow
Stuck to the wind like velcrow
Distantly hearing the bell toll
Warbling chimes through the meadow
Mamma, the scream of the eagle
Threading my heart through a needle
Threading the blood through the elbow
Eve Sucked the juice from the apple
Nakedly rnnning I saw her
Boy chasing after to stall her
I wish I had spoken to call her
Before she found fabric to shawl her
Breast bound and burdened with fibre
Adam came trembling beside her
And he said, "She has the poison inside her
She talks to snakes and they guide her
She has the poison inside her
She talks to snakes and they guide her
She talks to snakes and they guide her
She talks to snakes and they guide her."
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To die in your arms Your words forming again We kiss very hard and wild To rise in the dark Like birds, preying on skin We pray with our oxygen And Joe, nothing is
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Leave the bed unmade Draw the light green shade Stop the microwave Dried roses Cradle you, she does Lights a fire because Window frost, heat loss Dried
Big Thief - Black Diamonds
So much coming in I do not know where to begin I just follow the lead you're pulling And I get lost in your trail So much more to tell You just ask me if I'm doing
Big Thief - Simulation Swarm
I tried to tell you, i didn't know how to stay, you believe She can see through, cutting at the silent clay, of relief Making deep blue, fettered in the magnet sun, eat the gun As
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Big Thief - Oldest
{Verse 1} Lotus flower bloom Suck the poison from my eye The point is so heavy It always takes a while To set in {Chorus} Wall fly
Big Thief - Happiness
{Verse 1} Pull over Look at mercury Disbelieving In silence With your mother Like a true beginner {Refrain} Happiness
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{Verse 1} I am the bruiser wearing a guise See the confusion deep in my eyes Learn to separate, annotate, celebrate To alleviate the child that cries
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Biography
Before their formation as Big Thief, Lenker and Meek had already established a musical connection in Brooklyn and had recorded a pair of duo albums, A-Sides and B-Sides. This collaboration laid the foundation for their future work together in the band.
Big Thief gained recognition with the release of their first two albums, Masterpiece and Capacity, under Saddle Creek Records. These albums showcased the band's unique sound, blending elements of folk, indie rock, and alternative music.
In a quick succession, Big Thief released their third and fourth albums, U.F.O.F. and Two Hands, with 4AD, further solidifying their reputation as one of the most exciting bands in the indie music scene. These albums received critical acclaim for their introspective lyrics, intricate melodies, and emotional depth.
Adrianne Lenker's haunting vocals and poignant songwriting have been central to Big Thief's success, drawing listeners in with her raw and introspective storytelling. The band's music often explores themes of love, loss, and self-discovery, resonating with audiences around the world.
With their unique sound and compelling live performances, Big Thief continues to captivate audiences and push the boundaries of indie rock music. Their evocative lyrics and mesmerizing melodies have earned them a dedicated fan base and critical acclaim, solidifying their place as one of the most exciting bands in contemporary music.