Natalie Merchant — Thick As Thieves
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Remember how it all began
the apple and the fall of man
the price we pay
so the people say
Down the path of shame it led us
dare to bite the hand that fed us
fairy tale the moral end
wheel of fortune never turns again
Never turns again
The worst of it is come and gone in the chaos of millennium
in the falling out of the doomsday crowd
their last retreat is moving slow
they burn their bridges as they go
the heretic is beautified
he'll teach the harlot's child to smile
Wracked again by indecision
should we make that small incision
testify to the bleeding heart inside?
we cut, we scratched
we ran, we slashed
and when he opened up at last
found a cul-de-sac
deep and black
of smoke and ash
The wicked king of parody
is kissing all his enemies
on the seventh day
of the seventh week
the tyrant's voice is softer now
but just for one forgiving hour
before the rise of his
iron fist again
fist again
I've come tonight
I've come to know
the way we are
the way we'll go
come to measure this
the width of the wide abyss
I come to you in restless sleep
where all your dreams turn bittersweet
with voodoo doll philosophies
and day-glow holy trinities
the crooked raft that leaves the shore
ferries drunken souls aboard
pilgrims march to Compostela
visions of their saint in yellow
all follow deep in trance
lost in a catatonic dance
know no future
damn the past
blind, warm, ecstatic
safe at last...
the apple and the fall of man
the price we pay
so the people say
Down the path of shame it led us
dare to bite the hand that fed us
fairy tale the moral end
wheel of fortune never turns again
Never turns again
The worst of it is come and gone in the chaos of millennium
in the falling out of the doomsday crowd
their last retreat is moving slow
they burn their bridges as they go
the heretic is beautified
he'll teach the harlot's child to smile
Wracked again by indecision
should we make that small incision
testify to the bleeding heart inside?
we cut, we scratched
we ran, we slashed
and when he opened up at last
found a cul-de-sac
deep and black
of smoke and ash
The wicked king of parody
is kissing all his enemies
on the seventh day
of the seventh week
the tyrant's voice is softer now
but just for one forgiving hour
before the rise of his
iron fist again
fist again
I've come tonight
I've come to know
the way we are
the way we'll go
come to measure this
the width of the wide abyss
I come to you in restless sleep
where all your dreams turn bittersweet
with voodoo doll philosophies
and day-glow holy trinities
the crooked raft that leaves the shore
ferries drunken souls aboard
pilgrims march to Compostela
visions of their saint in yellow
all follow deep in trance
lost in a catatonic dance
know no future
damn the past
blind, warm, ecstatic
safe at last...
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Her voice is like nails on a chalkboard. That's a HARD 1 from me.
9>>10--her voice haunts me...
I went to hear her at the Cirque Royal in Brussels. I was a little nervous because I was afraid of being disappointed. I came away enchanted: a magnificent concert and a full, conquered hall, despite the fact that we hardly ever hear her in Belgium. A magnificent album, like the others in my opinion.
tgrier wrote:
Vastly.
underrated album.
Vastly.
underrated album.
Ihatethissong wrote:
Sublime guitar work. Also great bass by Graham Maby (long time bassist for Joe Jackson).
In case anyone else was curious, the guitarist was Daniel Lanois.
Sublime guitar work. Also great bass by Graham Maby (long time bassist for Joe Jackson).
bam23 wrote:
Thanks Bam23. What you wrote 8 years ago is exactly what I was going to write today.
You're a psychic mind reader!
Not too many of those around. smiley face (I can't find how to put the picture in so I typed)
Tonight I heard the lyrics. This is not trite pop pablum. For reasons that defy logic, a disappointing number of listeners here choose to dislike her music almost as if it represents an affront to their esthetic standards. Listen to the music and make sense of the thought in the words and you may come to appreciate the artistry here, as I have.
Thanks Bam23. What you wrote 8 years ago is exactly what I was going to write today.
You're a psychic mind reader!
Not too many of those around. smiley face (I can't find how to put the picture in so I typed)
Thanks to William and the RP gang, I have become less of a casual Natalie fan and have become more intent on actually listening to her solo stuff. I dare say that I find it becoming some of my favourite stuff on RP...thanks for that folks...
Ripening well with time I feel, happily promoted it from 8 to 9.
Ihatethissong wrote:
Now that you mention it, it's obvious. He is one of my favorite guitarists, such a unique player. I think he plays on a lot of the albums he produces (most?). I don't think he produced this one, Natalie is listed as the producer. Cool insight.
In case anyone else was curious, the guitarist was Daniel Lanois.
Now that you mention it, it's obvious. He is one of my favorite guitarists, such a unique player. I think he plays on a lot of the albums he produces (most?). I don't think he produced this one, Natalie is listed as the producer. Cool insight.
VV wrote:
Yes, enjoy the music -and- the lecture...
10-4 copy that
Yes, enjoy the music -and- the lecture...
10-4 copy that
I love her voice, dearly, but I miss the Maniacs.
Listening to some of her solo career music I have to say I do kind of miss the energy when she was in 10,000 Maniacs.
Ihatethissong wrote:
Hearing the guitar just now, I had to turn on his performance of Orange Kay on Sessions At West 54th and play it LOUD. (Bill/Becca, can we please get that added to the playlist?)
In case anyone else was curious, the guitarist was Daniel Lanois.
Hearing the guitar just now, I had to turn on his performance of Orange Kay on Sessions At West 54th and play it LOUD. (Bill/Becca, can we please get that added to the playlist?)
Just Wow.
Silvervanman wrote:
...which country?
This is genius, she's a bit country for me but I love everything about this
pfreet wrote:
That makes more sense, but she sings "beautified". And since she wrote the song, who are we to criticise her choice of words?
Wonderful song. BTW, shouldn't that line be "the heretic is beatified" ?
That makes more sense, but she sings "beautified". And since she wrote the song, who are we to criticise her choice of words?
swtobias508 wrote:
I would describe her voice and the music as "introspective."
Always liked NM and her turn with 10,000 but her lyrics always sound rather sanctimonious. <snip>
I would describe her voice and the music as "introspective."
Ihatethissong wrote:
Thanks. This guitar is so weird and brilliant - I just love it...
In case anyone else was curious, the guitarist was Daniel Lanois.
Thanks. This guitar is so weird and brilliant - I just love it...
I love Natalie's work. I also love the "Black Widow" look she has in the photo on the cover of this lovely album.
Wonderful song. BTW, shouldn't that line be "the heretic is beatified" ?
pk53 wrote:
I have yet to develop the need...
I prefer the clearer diction, tone and dynamics of the likes of Sandy Denny, June Tabor, Hannah Reid, Joni Mitchell (I'm trying not to be too English!), Annie Lennox, even Cyndi Lauper. Natalie strikes me as the female equivalent of Eddie Vedder, with whom alas I also struggle with the quavery effect.
Where is Natalie Merchant when we need her?
I prefer the clearer diction, tone and dynamics of the likes of Sandy Denny, June Tabor, Hannah Reid, Joni Mitchell (I'm trying not to be too English!), Annie Lennox, even Cyndi Lauper. Natalie strikes me as the female equivalent of Eddie Vedder, with whom alas I also struggle with the quavery effect.
I heard Natalie and I had to come and turn it up. I remember when this stuff came out on the radio. It wasn't played to DEATH like the Rolling Stones, etc. , so I still enjoy it.
What an exquisite segue from Strange Fruit (Billie Holiday) to Thick As Thieves (Natalie Merchant). Truly inspired.
pk53 wrote:
I want to know where the other 9,999 manics are. I think they could probably help.
Where is Natalie Merchant when we need her?
I want to know where the other 9,999 manics are. I think they could probably help.
Ihatethissong wrote:
Cool! Did not know that.
In case anyone else was curious, the guitarist was Daniel Lanois.
Cool! Did not know that.
Where is Natalie Merchant when we need her?
This is genius, she's a bit country for me but I love everything about this
Ihatethissong wrote:
Unique phrasing with the E-bow
In case anyone else was curious, the guitarist was Daniel Lanois.
Unique phrasing with the E-bow
In case anyone else was curious, the guitarist was Daniel Lanois.
swtobias508 wrote:
Could it be that they're correct?
Always liked NM and her turn with 10,000 but her lyrics always sound rather sanctimonious. l feel as if I, and anyone that doesn't agree with her far left ideology, is considered to be part of the "great unwashed." I also get this vibe from my childhood hero, Bruce Springsteen.
Could it be that they're correct?
Bumped this song to 8
Always liked NM and her turn with 10,000 but her lyrics always sound rather sanctimonious. l feel as if I, and anyone that doesn't agree with her far left ideology, is considered to be part of the "great unwashed." I also get this vibe from my childhood hero, Bruce Springsteen.
SHE IS GREAT !
YES IS GREAT !
It is not a dark song, it is the reality catching up on human kind !
It is not a dark song, it is the reality catching up on human kind !
h8rhater wrote:
My view on this piece and album is that Natalie Merchant created a nuanced set of songs that work very well within her range. On this track the feedback, keyboards, and overdubbing supplement her voice. In other words, the performance and composition (which are credited to Natalie Merchant) keep my interest in ways that her live performance of 10,000 Maniacs tunes doesn't on the "Unplugged" album, for example. Good artists understand their strengths and limitations, but also test them... and occasionally fail ("number nine, number nine, number nine...").
wgsu_1978 wrote:
First of all, losing interest is demonstrably different from slagging the artist on the message board.
Secondly, "lack of range" as a reason for not appreciating and artist's, especially one as nuanced as Ms. Merchant, work is a poor reason for losing interest. Many people can hit higher or lower notes than Natalie. That doesn't mean that they can sing. Or write. Or compose. Or perform.
I was enchanted with the color of Merchant's voice at first. Once her lack of range became apparent I lost interest.
First of all, losing interest is demonstrably different from slagging the artist on the message board.
Secondly, "lack of range" as a reason for not appreciating and artist's, especially one as nuanced as Ms. Merchant, work is a poor reason for losing interest. Many people can hit higher or lower notes than Natalie. That doesn't mean that they can sing. Or write. Or compose. Or perform.
My view on this piece and album is that Natalie Merchant created a nuanced set of songs that work very well within her range. On this track the feedback, keyboards, and overdubbing supplement her voice. In other words, the performance and composition (which are credited to Natalie Merchant) keep my interest in ways that her live performance of 10,000 Maniacs tunes doesn't on the "Unplugged" album, for example. Good artists understand their strengths and limitations, but also test them... and occasionally fail ("number nine, number nine, number nine...").
DavidS_UK wrote:
Tosh? What twaddle!
What a toneless load of old tosh!
Tosh? What twaddle!
Best "lead guitar" ever. Ok, way up there.
Apparently the 'old saws' apply...
Haters gonna hate.
Those who can't do....post.
Haters gonna hate.
Those who can't do....post.
DavidS_UK wrote:
Amen.
What a toneless load of old tosh!
Amen.
Here is my comment (from Blues Traveler's The Hook):
It doesn't matter what I say
So long as I sing with inflection
If that is what you want from a singer, Natalie Merchant is not your cup of tea. But that doesn't mean it's bad tea, it's just not your cup of tea. For me, that's another artist who is not Natalie Merchant, who I like (for her lyrics and her voice).
So I hit Play Something Different but don't rate down and try not to comment (by name).
It doesn't matter what I say
So long as I sing with inflection
If that is what you want from a singer, Natalie Merchant is not your cup of tea. But that doesn't mean it's bad tea, it's just not your cup of tea. For me, that's another artist who is not Natalie Merchant, who I like (for her lyrics and her voice).
So I hit Play Something Different but don't rate down and try not to comment (by name).
MrsTom wrote:
wgsu_1978 wrote:
I was enchanted with the color of Merchant's voice at first. Once her lack of range became apparent I lost interest.
First of all, losing interest is demonstrably different from slagging the artist on the message board.
Secondly, "lack of range" as a reason for not appreciating and artist's, especially one as nuanced as Ms. Merchant, work is a poor reason for losing interest. Many people can hit higher or lower notes than Natalie. That doesn't mean that they can sing. Or write. Or compose. Or perform.
Can't see why this is disliked so much. She has fewer irritating vocal quirks than many female vocalists
wgsu_1978 wrote:
I was enchanted with the color of Merchant's voice at first. Once her lack of range became apparent I lost interest.
First of all, losing interest is demonstrably different from slagging the artist on the message board.
Secondly, "lack of range" as a reason for not appreciating and artist's, especially one as nuanced as Ms. Merchant, work is a poor reason for losing interest. Many people can hit higher or lower notes than Natalie. That doesn't mean that they can sing. Or write. Or compose. Or perform.
Proclivities wrote:
The going rate was $737,825.52 last time I checked.
The going rate was $737,825.52 last time I checked.
This I must acquire!
thanks Bill!
thanks Bill!
MrsTom wrote:
I was enchanted with the color of Merchant's voice at first. Once her lack of range became apparent I lost interest.
Can't see why this is disliked so much. She has fewer irritating vocal quirks than many female vocalists
I was enchanted with the color of Merchant's voice at first. Once her lack of range became apparent I lost interest.
Can't see why this is disliked so much. She has fewer irritating vocal quirks than many female vocalists
bam23 wrote:
Yes, enjoy the music -and- the lecture...
Tonight I heard the lyrics. This is not trite pop pablum. For reasons that defy logic, a disappointing number of listeners here choose to dislike her music almost as if it represents an affront to their esthetic standards. Listen to the music and make sense of the thought in the words and you may come to appreciate the artistry here, as I have.
Yes, enjoy the music -and- the lecture...
Relayer wrote:
The going rate was $737,825.52 last time I checked.
How much would I have to donate to remove Natalie from RP forever? Another long drawn out slow song that has nothing going for it.
The going rate was $737,825.52 last time I checked.
Relayer wrote:
I am happy to experience her talent and voice here. I guess you can switch to other internet radio when Natalie's songs come on. If I'm not fond of something I rate it low and move on.
How much would I have to donate to remove Natalie from RP forever? Another long drawn out slow song that has nothing going for it.
I am happy to experience her talent and voice here. I guess you can switch to other internet radio when Natalie's songs come on. If I'm not fond of something I rate it low and move on.
How much would I have to donate to remove Natalie from RP forever? Another long drawn out slow song that has nothing going for it.
This song would be a 10 for the amazing vocals and wistful lyrics, except the instrumentation really seems to have aged badly.
Hard to rate her. Her voice is so heavenly you can only rate her against her other songs...
bam23 wrote:
Has nothing to do with logic, and everything to do with aesthetics, opinion, and, is absolutely subjective. I have read the lyrics and given this album a chance, I just don't like her voice. I appreciate art, and artistry, but that does not mean I have to like it.
Tonight I heard the lyrics. This is not trite pop pablum. For reasons that defy logic, a disappointing number of listeners here choose to dislike her music almost as if it represents an affront to their esthetic standards. Listen to the music and make sense of the thought in the words and you may come to appreciate the artistry here, as I have.
Has nothing to do with logic, and everything to do with aesthetics, opinion, and, is absolutely subjective. I have read the lyrics and given this album a chance, I just don't like her voice. I appreciate art, and artistry, but that does not mean I have to like it.
LizK wrote:
....yep, me too
Count me as a fan. This does have some weird phases in it, BUT, I like her voice. Intelligent songwriting and a willingness to take risks.
....yep, me too
Tonight I heard the lyrics. This is not trite pop pablum. For reasons that defy logic, a disappointing number of listeners here choose to dislike her music almost as if it represents an affront to their esthetic standards. Listen to the music and make sense of the thought in the words and you may come to appreciate the artistry here, as I have.
Count me as a fan. This does have some weird phases in it, BUT, I like her voice. Intelligent songwriting and a willingness to take risks.
I got Natalie's album Leave your Sleep following plays on RP, and have been overwhelmed ever since by her. A lovely voice, an intelligent songwriter, and a seriously thoughtful person whose work moves me on a deep level. This song is in the same vein, and I'll have to get this CD toute de suite. 9 from the smitten Nottingham jury 
I like checking out the background of the music, but that rotten photo is an abberation on my eyes, equally awful to this assault on my ears
Palatable at best.
denmom wrote:
Hmmm. Would that be in the "damning with faint praise" department?
Can't stand her personally. She goes out to sea on the raft with Neko Case, Fiona Apple, etc. etc. The estrogen express.
I don't know Natalie Merchant "personally", so I couldn't say whether or not I could "stand her", but she doesn't seem at all to belong in the same boat as those other two (especially in terms of timbre and range) - unless it's a very large boat. Stylistically, the only thing those three have in common is their gender.
Hmmm. Would that be in the "damning with faint praise" department?
Can't stand her personally. She goes out to sea on the raft with Neko Case, Fiona Apple, etc. etc. The estrogen express.
I don't know Natalie Merchant "personally", so I couldn't say whether or not I could "stand her", but she doesn't seem at all to belong in the same boat as those other two (especially in terms of timbre and range) - unless it's a very large boat. Stylistically, the only thing those three have in common is their gender.
denmom wrote:
Put me on that raft! A dream voyage and a middle-aged man's fantasy :o)
Can't stand her personally. She goes out to sea on the raft with Neko Case, Fiona Apple, etc. etc. The estrogen express.
Put me on that raft! A dream voyage and a middle-aged man's fantasy :o)
If you have your playback in phase....you will dig this
ziakut wrote:
I am a strict homeopath when it comes to Ms. Merchant.
Vanishingly small doses preferred.
I really like Natalie in small doses.
I am a strict homeopath when it comes to Ms. Merchant.
Vanishingly small doses preferred.
I really like Natalie in small doses.
Brilliant. This album is so dark and beautiful. I pretty much have to hear the track My Skin every time I hear any other track off the album.
Ok, but much prefer others on this album. Ophelia, Break Your Heart, etc....
Papernapkin wrote:
That about wraps it up for me as well.
I like her shoes. The sofa is nice, too.
That about wraps it up for me as well.
What a toneless load of old tosh!
mandolin wrote:
The tuner must have been on vacation, couple keys are flat
...this song suits her nicely, but ugh, that piano makes me wince!..
The tuner must have been on vacation, couple keys are flat
...this song suits her nicely, but ugh, that piano makes me wince!..
denmom wrote:
Hmmm. Would that be in the "damning with faint praise" department?
Can't stand her personally. She goes out to sea on the raft with Neko Case, Fiona Apple, etc. etc. The estrogen express.
I'd be on that raft in a second. You stay here and watch football.
Hmmm. Would that be in the "damning with faint praise" department?
Can't stand her personally. She goes out to sea on the raft with Neko Case, Fiona Apple, etc. etc. The estrogen express.
I'd be on that raft in a second. You stay here and watch football.
Papernapkin wrote:
Hmmm. Would that be in the "damning with faint praise" department?
Can't stand her personally. She goes out to sea on the raft with Neko Case, Fiona Apple, etc. etc. The estrogen express.
I like her shoes. The sofa is nice, too.
Hmmm. Would that be in the "damning with faint praise" department?
Can't stand her personally. She goes out to sea on the raft with Neko Case, Fiona Apple, etc. etc. The estrogen express.
i like Natalie's voice and music, . . but even with the nice shoes and satiny dress, she is no sex symbol!
nate917 wrote:
Quite true. I'm not really interested in most of Natalie Merchant's stuff, but this is listenable to me; it differs from her usual output and at least it is not the aforementioned singer.
Pretty grumpy reaction, it appears. Some of you must need a silver lining. Well, here you go: at least it's not Edie Brickell!
Quite true. I'm not really interested in most of Natalie Merchant's stuff, but this is listenable to me; it differs from her usual output and at least it is not the aforementioned singer.
Nice - before she lost her voice
ugh - boring, pretentious
As for me, I have no problems with Natalie Merchant, I quite like some of her stuff, but Eddie Vedder makes me reach for the mute button...
vaiodon wrote:
I love this voice, Natalie Merchant has a similar effect on me to Eddie Vedder. I'm not saying they're similar voices, it's just the way the emotion processes. The searing guitar isn't too unfamiliar either.
vaiodon wrote:
I love this voice, Natalie Merchant has a similar effect on me to Eddie Vedder. I'm not saying they're similar voices, it's just the way the emotion processes. The searing guitar isn't too unfamiliar either.
I love this voice, Natalie Merchant has a similar effect on me to Eddie Vedder. I'm not saying they're similar voices, it's just the way the emotion processes. The searing guitar isn't too unfamiliar either.
Not to mention the satiny dress....
I like her shoes. The sofa is nice, too.
I like how this song makes me feel. I can't make out the words but that doesn't matter.
(A 3 for me)
I saw all these Daniel Lanois comments, and didn't know where they were coming from because I could hardly tell of any guitar, but Lanois definitely outshines once his guitar kicks in.
That's What It Is!!
Make her disappear. Please, please just make her disappear.
The Lanois bits make the song ... so that's a bit of a large except.
s
Coppertop wrote:
Except for the Lanois bits, this is a dull and or boring song.
She drones on and on. The piano, much like her singing, drones on and on as well.
Pretty grumpy reaction, it appears. Some of you must need a silver lining. Well, here you go: at least it's not Edie Brickell!
God I really don't like her. At all.
uh. no.
Except for the Lanois bits, this is a dull and or boring song.
She drones on and on. The piano, much like her singing, drones on and on as well.
You should play Motherland. Now that is a great song.
INMHO
Lazy8 wrote:
How much we talkin' here? For the right price I'll come over, turn down the volume, and whistle for 6:57.
If you tip well I'll even hit you with a stick.
Ooooh! Photograph that and use it for RP's new logo...
LISTENER SUPPORTED.....OR *ELSE*!
Flying_Donut wrote:
Good one. No, she can't sing and her voice sounds like a very bad American Idol singer.
I think there are more than a few holes in your logic there, Flying Donut. Go back to being dunked in coffee.
Good one. No, she can't sing and her voice sounds like a very bad American Idol singer.
Flying_Donut wrote:
I've asked this question before, and I am not joking - is there an amount I can pledge to RP to buy a song off the playlist? I'd give big cash money to get rid of all solo NM songs. Bill, just let me know.
6:57 of this? ANYTHING would be better. ANYTHING. Seven minutes of Brother Theodore ranting would be better than this. Seven minutes of getting hit with a stick would be better than this.
How much we talkin' here? For the right price I'll come over, turn down the volume, and whistle for 6:57.
If you tip well I'll even hit you with a stick.
Flying_Donut wrote:
I am most definitely not being "fashionable" I think NM sounds like two cats in a bag.
Yes, but two terrifically talented cats.
Are we working our way through the Lanois discography again?
Fine by me...
ahh, u2 is next... you never disappoint.
ChicoCyclist wrote: Good one. No, she can't sing and her voice sounds like a very bad American Idol singer.
What happened Flying_Donut? Did she turn you down for a date?
Good one. No, she can't sing and her voice sounds like a very bad American Idol singer.
Flying_Donut wrote:
I am most definitely not being "fashionable" I think NM sounds like two cats in a bag. Seriously, she's horrid. I've asked this question before, and I am not joking - is there an amount I can pledge to RP to buy a song off the playlist? I'd give big cash money to get rid of all solo NM songs. Bill, just let me know.
What happened Flying_Donut? Did she turn you down for a date?
justlistening wrote:
I couldn't agree more. Sometimes I just think it's fashionable to bash NM. I like this quite a bit.
I am most definitely not being "fashionable" I think NM sounds like two cats in a bag. Seriously, she's horrid. I've asked this question before, and I am not joking - is there an amount I can pledge to RP to buy a song off the playlist? I'd give big cash money to get rid of all solo NM songs. Bill, just let me know.
6:57 of this? ANYTHING would be better. ANYTHING. Seven minutes of Brother Theodore ranting would be better than this. Seven minutes of getting hit with a stick would be better than this.
JCEntMan wrote:
Okay, I may be in the minority, but I've always liked NM. And the mood of this song is great. 8)
I couldn't agree more. Sometimes I just think it's fashionable to bash NM. I like this quite a bit.
I like the music but the singing....
please leave NM back in the 90's
aaaarrrrgggghhhhhh!!!!!!!!!!
I really like the guitar work in this one, but then again, I enjoy playing the effects as much as playing the guitar. It's a personal thing, I'm sure.
Okay, I may be in the minority, but I've always liked NM. And the mood of this song is great. 8)
ndanger666 wrote:
Stop her before she sings again.
and how!
Roverfish wrote:
Anyone know if that's Daniel Lanois on guitar? Nice stuff.
Normally, I'm not a fan of Natalie, but this is a solid tune all around.
'Tis Daniel Lanois.
This song lets me enjoy being sad, what an evocation.
Can we have some upbeat stuff as I have a horrible bit of coldfusion to work through...otherwise very melodic!
Nice mix of the beautiful and melancholy. Great song.
:) :(
MDT
Anyone know if that's Daniel Lanois on guitar? Nice stuff.
Normally, I'm not a fan of Natalie, but this is a solid tune all around.
You know, this is a cool song. Natalie doesn't seem as important to my ears as that limp, loose guitar....
Why is it that I always feel like crying when NM sings?
:) 
:)
DWTW
Samiyam
:)
DWTW
SamiyamThis is a very moving song for me, I like way the song flows and changes. Natalie Merchant is one of my favorite Female artists.
sweetly melodic. to those that say dull I would counter that dull is a matter of perspective. I would consider the preceeding Cocteau Twins - Summerhead pretty repetative and flat, and if I didn\'t enjoy the vocals, dull - yet it got a pretty high rating. Just a matter of taste. I find this song a little more textured and interesting.
I\'m not a NM fan at all (vocals). But this song has very interesting, very non-typical guitar work (sweetening). So I had to give it a better rating than I normally would for her. . . ;)
Stop her before she sings again.
My mother taught me that if you have nothing good to say...say nothing.
\"nothing!\"
ewwwwwwwww :(
Dull
Her voice is like nails on a chalkboard. That's a HARD 1 from me.
I'm adding some hard 7, to make it true!