Twelfth Night. Olivia, the mourner, exiling herself from affection, from human contact. From Malvolio’s point of view. The viciousness of the spurned.
Adam was initially concerned the melody was too “poppy” for the band but
this became one of the most requested songs live.
lyrics
Be sneaky, lady, be insecure,
Be misguided and close-minded, elevating and austere.
Appetites are rarely sated, there are deeper needs
Stirring up your callous touch,
So brace yourself and cover up your knees.
Olivia, you are the last thing on my mind,
So why are you hiding on your island, out
among the gravestones?
Where is all the dust of brotherly love now,
Are you hiding on your island, wanting anything but to be alone?
You will be a lavish mourner;
Always the cruellest she alive.
A leaver leaving prayers unsaid
That could not be said.
We’ll need no modern calling, nor the desires of modern man,
Let’s keep ourselves hidden away from more meticulous minds.
Don’t strip for me, I’ll strip for you,
Don’t mourn for me, I don’t want you to.
Madam, you have done me wrong.
credits
from Ends,
released August 15, 2017
Adam Veenendaal: Vocals, instruments
Alex Kennard: Backing vocals
Produced by Adam Veenendaal, Justin Wong & Stuart Blackie
Music and lyrics written by Adam Veenendaal and Alex Kennard
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