Originally this song was entirely electronic, with no vocals. I had e-mailed it to Leandrew one night, simply titled 'Lullaby". After listening to some Band of Horses I decided to add some guitar and bass. The vocal style was inspired by the great Lou Reed. To me, it's about growing up and taking a look at things you've done or are doing wrong.
lyrics
When I was young, I was alive.
Burning with this fire inside.
Now I drink alone at night.
As planes fall from the sky...
You know I won't let you go.
When I was young, I was a liar.
Who tried, and tried, and tried, and tried.
Now I can't believe my eyes.
As planes fall from the sky...
You know I won't let you go.
You were a painting, in the deepest of blue.
And I got the picture, it was drawn all over you.
And your colors faded, but you still shine.
In time don't forget the sparks in her eyes.
You know I won't let you go.
credits
from Losingsleep,
released February 25, 2011
Vocals, Guitar, Bass, Drums and Programming by Holden Palmieri
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