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Neko Case — Fox Confessor Brings The Flood
Album: Fox Confessor Brings The Flood
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Released: 2006
Length: 2:34
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Driving home I see those flooded fields
How can people not know what beauty this is
I've taken it for granted my whole life
Since the day I was born

Clouds hang on these curves like me
And I kneel to the wheel
Of the fox confessor on splendid heels
And he shames me from my seat
And on my guilty feet
I follow him in retreat

What purpose in these deeds
Oh fox confessor please
Who married me to these orphaned blues
"It's not for you to know, but for you to weep and wonder
When the death of your civilization precedes you"

Will I ever see you again
Will there be no one above me to put my faith in
I flooded my sleeves as I drove home again
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Such a great song and amazing album.
Posted 3 years ago by Cadger    [ Reply ]
 jim1964 wrote:
every  time I see this album cover I think the black shape behind her head is her hair, distracting the from the song
 her hair is red, the mountain black?...
Posted 3 years ago by xcranky_yankee    [ Reply ]
 jim1964 wrote:
every  time I see this album cover I think the black shape behind her head is her hair, distracting the from the song
 

I used to think the same thing till I bought the album.   Turns out there's a lot more distracting things going on on that cover than what appears to be her big captain's hat of hair
Posted 3 years ago by flyboy    [ Reply ]
every  time I see this album cover I think the black shape behind her head is her hair, distracting the from the song
Posted 3 years ago by jim1964    [ Reply ]
Sounds sublime coming after High Violets. Truly an incredible stretch of music tonight — the last couple hours have kept me transfixed
Posted 8 years ago by coloradojohn    [ Reply ]
I love love love this song, this album, and Neko Case!!!
Posted 8 years ago by PurplePrincess    [ Reply ]
This is the title song of the album.  ??
Posted 8 years ago by Stefen    [ Reply ]
 rdo wrote:

as if it needed help
 
What's that continent done now?
Posted 9 years ago by Webfoot    [ Reply ]
Love Neko, but this song is totally flat. A 3.
Posted 10 years ago by jnhashmi    [ Reply ]
You know how there's kind of a genre of music perfect for driving down lonely desert highways in the middle of the night?
Lots of Neko's stuff fits that - beautifully.
Posted 10 years ago by ottovonb    [ Reply ]
 bam23 wrote:

I say you give Europe a bad name.

 
as if it needed help
Posted 10 years ago by rdo    [ Reply ]
 Stingray wrote:
I SAY NEKO HAS MASSIVE ORGASM-PROBLEMS!


 
I say you give Europe a bad name.
Posted 11 years ago by bam23    [ Reply ]

Everybody in my church loves this beautiful and profound song...  sigh...
 
Posted 11 years ago by Lazarus    [ Reply ]
I first heard Neko on NPR when her Furnace Room album came out.  A true "Driveway Moment".  Immediately went out and bought the album...then all her other ones too.  
Posted 12 years ago by Lewis_Moon    [ Reply ]
Proclivities wrote:

Plenty of musicians "get by on their ability alone".  Neko Case's loyal following has more to do with her talent than her physical appearance.
  

Yeah, they're all men.
Posted 12 years ago by Maggle_Bish    [ Reply ]
I flooded my sleeves as I drove home again...
Posted 12 years ago by bluecshells    [ Reply ]
 Proclivities wrote:

Plenty of musicians "get by on their ability alone".  Neko Case's loyal following has more to do with her talent than her physical appearance.
 

I loved her before I ever saw her or even knew how to pronounce her name properly.  I pronounced it like "necco".
Posted 12 years ago by TJS    [ Reply ]
 GChevy410 wrote:
I wish Neko wasnt also beautiful. That way I could love her for just her voice and believe that ugly people can still make it in the entertainment business, but alas gone are the days when musicians can get by on their ability alone. Thank goodness then for people like Neko who are amazingly talented and also easy on the eyes. Nothing Neko does is below an 8 for me.
 
Plenty of musicians "get by on their ability alone".  Neko Case's loyal following has more to do with her talent than her physical appearance.
Posted 12 years ago by Proclivities    [ Reply ]
 Smoove_D wrote:

FFS. I've never seen that abbreviation, but I like it.

 
It's good, though it's already taken by "facial feminization surgery". Could cause very odd misunderstandings.


Posted 13 years ago by Dave_Mack    [ Reply ]
 Stingray wrote:
I SAY NEKO HAS MASSIVE ORGASM-PROBLEMS!

 
lou-hou
sser-hher

Posted 13 years ago by coccyx    [ Reply ]
 lexica wrote:

Oh FFS. Would you say something like this about a male musician? {#Beat}
 
FFS. I've never seen that abbreviation, but I like it.

Posted 13 years ago by Smoove_D    [ Reply ]
 Stingray wrote:
I SAY NEKO HAS MASSIVE ORGASM-PROBLEMS!

 
Oh FFS. Would you say something like this about a male musician? {#Beat}
Posted 13 years ago by lexica    [ Reply ]
 Stingray wrote:
I SAY NEKO HAS MASSIVE ORGASM-PROBLEMS!

 
Wow!  Well, I'd be happy to try and help her with her problems. 
Posted 14 years ago by ick    [ Reply ]
I SAY NEKO HAS MASSIVE ORGASM-PROBLEMS!

Posted 14 years ago by Stingray    [ Reply ]
Yawn. {#Meditate}
Posted 14 years ago by nicolewe    [ Reply ]
I want to be a fox confessor. I think. I'm sure what all is involved. 
Posted 14 years ago by MojoJojo    [ Reply ]
 Tim_in_N_FL wrote:
So, why was this CD re-released with a different cover?  I plan to buy it...love everything I've heard by her on RP thus far.{#Clap}
 
It's the cover art for the bonus track. Just bought the album and put this image into the folder.
Posted 15 years ago by chanchu    [ Reply ]
So, why was this CD re-released with a different cover?  I plan to buy it...love everything I've heard by her on RP thus far.{#Clap}
Posted 15 years ago by Tim_in_N_FL    [ Reply ]

What a fantastic voice she has.  I might have to get that CD.


Posted 15 years ago by Bridieboo    [ Reply ]
{#Cowboy}
Posted 15 years ago by komainu    [ Reply ]
jadewahoo wrote:
The segue from hank Williams' Ramblin' Man to this Neko Case is superb!
Thats odd. The same just happened right now. I LOVE NEKO, her voice is great (sounds like Linda Rhondstadt, Lyretta Lynn, and more). The guitars are great too!
Posted 16 years ago by renegade_X    [ Reply ]
Just a joke. No need for name calling. I gave this one a solid 8 and I own this CD (and her ACL DVD). GlimmerTwin wrote:
Yeah,that's it wanker. Neko is good stuff
Posted 16 years ago by Jack_Jefferson    [ Reply ]
Yeah,that's it wanker. Neko is good stuffJack_Jefferson wrote:
Fox? Fox Mulder?
Posted 16 years ago by GlimmerTwin    [ Reply ]
Fox? Fox Mulder?
Posted 16 years ago by Jack_Jefferson    [ Reply ]
Brilliant follow to Hank Williams. You hit that note perfectly, Bill.
Posted 16 years ago by xkolibuul    [ Reply ]
Thank you Music Man. Neko sure hits this out of the ball park...........
Posted 16 years ago by nigelr    [ Reply ]
Bill, you're killin' me! From Hank Williams to Neko Case! How am I supposed to get anything done, when I'm completely enraptured? Ms. Case is the perfect follow on to Mr. Williams. Well played, sir!
Posted 16 years ago by cc_rider    [ Reply ]
ho hum
Posted 16 years ago by jjbix    [ Reply ]
MUTE. So tired of hearing her on RP every cotton pickin day.
Posted 16 years ago by alisams    [ Reply ]
It's obvious that radioparadise loves Neko Case as much as I do because I hear it all the time!! Keep it coming!!
Posted 16 years ago by somegirl74    [ Reply ]
I'm in love...
Posted 16 years ago by jncverhoef    [ Reply ]
When she sings "Will I ever see you again..." towards the end of this song, it simply melts me.
Posted 16 years ago by ace_of_aces    [ Reply ]
I wish Neko wasnt also beautiful. That way I could love her for just her voice and believe that ugly people can still make it in the entertainment business, but alas gone are the days when musicians can get by on their ability alone. Thank goodness then for people like Neko who are amazingly talented and also easy on the eyes. Nothing Neko does is below an 8 for me.
Posted 17 years ago by GChevy410    [ Reply ]
Just saw her last week here in Victoria with The New Pornographers. Amazing performance, do not miss!
Posted 17 years ago by davin    [ Reply ]
Can't get enough Neko! Yeah!
Posted 17 years ago by TJS    [ Reply ]
nigelr wrote:
Very impressive original artist. Where did she get the name for this track/album?
I read somewhere that she got it from a Ukrainian folk tale. I believe her ancestry is from the Ukraine.
Posted 17 years ago by music_man    [ Reply ]
She's totally out in left field but I REALLY adore her voice!!
Posted 17 years ago by DoctorHooey    [ Reply ]
The segue from hank Williams' Ramblin' Man to this Neko Case is superb!
Posted 17 years ago by jadewahoo    [ Reply ]
Very impressive original artist. Where did she get the name for this track/album?
Posted 17 years ago by nigelr    [ Reply ]
Neko's talent just keeps growing. Absolutely awesome.
Posted 17 years ago by Red_Dragon    [ Reply ]
zensend wrote:
It's just WRONG that this CD isnt up for any Grammy awards.
Nico may eventually be up for a Grammy (as if she'd really want one), but for right now, the only way she'll ever get nominated is if she takes out "Fergie" and joins The Black Eyed Peas...
Posted 17 years ago by treatment_bound    [ Reply ]
Beyond description.
Posted 17 years ago by steeler    [ Reply ]
zensend wrote:
It's just WRONG that this CD isnt up for any Grammy awards.
let's consider the type of music up for grammy awards...Justin Timberlake...Carrie Underwood...etc. Would Neko really fit in with them?
Posted 17 years ago by mrrmt    [ Reply ]
this song is amazing.
Posted 17 years ago by mrrmt    [ Reply ]
This is more on the edge. I like it.
Posted 17 years ago by 2Hawks    [ Reply ]
Neko is awesome.
Posted 17 years ago by Rickvee    [ Reply ]
davin wrote:
neko rocks.
Really really big rocks
Posted 17 years ago by inindian    [ Reply ]
neko rocks.
Posted 17 years ago by davin    [ Reply ]
infinity wrote:
I know, it's strange. I can't help but think about Johnny Cash when I hear her songs. I think alot of the same emotion is there.
Well put; excellent comparison.
Posted 17 years ago by auburntigerrich    [ Reply ]
why can't we just rate an entire CD 10? i want my RP mass update function now! zensend wrote:
It's just WRONG that this CD isnt up for any Grammy awards.
Posted 17 years ago by greg6494    [ Reply ]
It's just WRONG that this CD isnt up for any Grammy awards.
Posted 17 years ago by zensend    [ Reply ]
I know, it's strange. I can't help but think about Johnny Cash when I hear her songs. I think alot of the same emotion is there.
Posted 17 years ago by infinity    [ Reply ]
Love this 'n' her too. Funny tho, I always get this Nancy Sinatra thing happening when I hear her
Posted 17 years ago by inindian    [ Reply ]
Aaahhhhhh....that voice! Can't get enough.
Posted 17 years ago by ctdfalconer    [ Reply ]
she's just great...
Posted 17 years ago by 67nj    [ Reply ]
Anything by Neko Case starts at 7 and moves up.
Posted 17 years ago by Zep    [ Reply ]
ArmchairMusician wrote:
I think a big reason this album is so good is due to the musicians on it... She nailed it.. With Garth Hudson and The Sadies, how can you go wrong? Personnel include: Neko Case (vocals, guitar, dulcimer); Kelly Hogan (vocals); Paul Rigby (guitar, loops); Joey Burns (acoustic guitar, cello); Howe Gelb, Brian Connelly (electric guitar); Jon Rauhouse (banjo); Garth Hudson (piano); Tom V. Ray (upright bass); John Convertino (drums); Rachel Flotard (background vocals); The Sadies.
Kelly Hogan is no slouch singer. She's amazing also! More reverb!!!
Posted 17 years ago by KurtfromLaQuinta    [ Reply ]
jdorn1 wrote:
Ditto - minus the booze!
Just drink in the moment.
Posted 17 years ago by KurtfromLaQuinta    [ Reply ]
I think a big reason this album is so good is due to the musicians on it... She nailed it.. With Garth Hudson and The Sadies, how can you go wrong? Personnel include: Neko Case (vocals, guitar, dulcimer); Kelly Hogan (vocals); Paul Rigby (guitar, loops); Joey Burns (acoustic guitar, cello); Howe Gelb, Brian Connelly (electric guitar); Jon Rauhouse (banjo); Garth Hudson (piano); Tom V. Ray (upright bass); John Convertino (drums); Rachel Flotard (background vocals); The Sadies.
Posted 18 years ago by ArmchairMusician    [ Reply ]
Okay, just today my iTunes bill just went up by about $20. Thanks, Bill!
Posted 18 years ago by mojoman    [ Reply ]
Years ago I went to see Neko Case and Her Boyfriends open up for Blue Rodeo, and I had no time for them. Either she changed or I did... Such nicely arranged songs carried off with that huge, soaring voice...
Posted 18 years ago by coldatlantic    [ Reply ]
Oh yes! Neko's voice = honey with a touch of spice. I too bought this CD, from Amazon (through the RP link) after hearing Neko for months here on RP. It was like a siren call... kept tugging me and bugging me and I could no longer resist! All her songs are so utterly unique and original - she sounds like no one else. GO NEKO! P.S. Hmm, this song played this morning (Oct 5) but it still says on this page that the last time played was Sept 26...
Posted 18 years ago by skindy    [ Reply ]
she's just so cool.
Posted 18 years ago by mrrmt    [ Reply ]
Ditto - minus the booze! weevilkinevil wrote:
Here Here! Hey, email me too when she gets back to you on that, would ya?!
Posted 18 years ago by jdorn1    [ Reply ]
GChevy410 wrote:
I guess this is another comment like all my others about Neko, and an echo of everything left here so far. I love Neko Case; I would love to hang out with her and get boozed up and just she what she is all about. Neko email me.
Here Here! Hey, email me too when she gets back to you on that, would ya?!
Posted 18 years ago by weevilkinevil    [ Reply ]
I guess this is another comment like all my others about Neko, and an echo of everything left here so far. I love Neko Case; I would love to hang out with her and get boozed up and just she what she is all about. Neko email me.
Posted 18 years ago by GChevy410    [ Reply ]
This cd is my first RP-influenced purchase - by paying attention to which songs stuck in my head after going home at the end of the day. I'd often have Neko songs lingering in my head. This particular song has grown on me, too.
Posted 18 years ago by bookishbitty    [ Reply ]
Outstanding.
Posted 18 years ago by archrrone    [ Reply ]
Not just a great song, a great CD. She's really growing as an artist, and refuses to be bound by any genre label.
Posted 18 years ago by Art_Carnage    [ Reply ]
I just wanted to be the first one to comment on Fox Confessor. Great song by her, as usual. Lyricaly rich and haunted by her voice. I've got a crush on Neko too!
Posted 18 years ago by jdorn1    [ Reply ]
I think Neko Case is my new favorite artist. Amazing stylist.
Posted 18 years ago by Odyzzeuz    [ Reply ]
Haunting. Cryptic. Entrancing.
Posted 18 years ago by steeler    [ Reply ]