Watermark
The Weakerthans
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I count to three and grin, you smile and let me in We sit and watch the wall you painted purple Speech will spill on space, our little cups of grace But pauses rattle on about the way That you cut the snow-fence, braved the blood, the metal of those hearts That you always end up pressing your tongue to How your body still remembers things you told it to forget How those furious affections followed you I've got this store-bought way of saying I'm okay And you've learned how to cry in total silence We're talented and bright, we're lonely and uptight We've found some lovely ways to disappoint But the airport's always almost empty this time of the year So let's go play on a baggage carousel And set our watches forward like we're just arriving here From a past we left in a place we knew too well We knew too well Knew too well Hold on to the corners of today And we'll fold it up to save until it's needed Stand still, let me scrub that brackish line That you got when something rose and then receded Hold on
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Written by: John K Samson, Stephen Carroll, John P. Sutton, Jason Tait
Lyrics © MOTHERSHIP MUSIC PUBLISHING
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14 facts about this song
Artist BackgroundThe Weakerthans are a Canadian indie rock band known for their blend of punk-infused folk rock and poetic, introspective lyrics.
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Album Information"Watermark" appears on the band's second studio album, "Left and Leaving," released in 2000.
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Song StyleThe song showcases the Weakerthans' sound, featuring an upbeat tempo with melancholic lyrics, characteristic of the band.
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Lyrically IntriguingThe song uses metaphorical and descriptive language to paint a vivid picture for the listener. The track's poignant lyrics speaks about yearning and loss, infusing deep emotions into its verses.
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Critical ReceptionAlong with the rest of the album, "Watermark" received substantial praise from music critics, who highlighted the band's poignant lyricism and sharp musicianship.
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Popular Among Fans"Watermark" is popular among The Weakerthans' fans with many performing acoustic covers and shared on YouTube and other music platforms.
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Unique SongwritingLead singer and songwriter, John K. Samson, is known for his unique, literary-leaning songwriting. "Watermark" employs a narrative style that dives into human relationships and emotions.
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Live PerformancesIt's a song that the band frequently performed live at their shows, and was well-received by audiences.
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Not Commercially MainstreamAlthough not a mainstream hit, Watermark helped cement The Weakerthans' place in the indie rock scene, drawing attention from around the world.
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Use in TelevisionMusic from "Left and Leaving," including "Watermark," have been featured in several television shows, introducing a wider audience to the band's sound.
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The Weakerthans' DisbandmentThe band broke up in 2015, making "Watermark" and other songs from their discography bittersweet reminders of their unique sound.
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Metaphorical UsageFans have speculated about the use of water as a theme in "Watermark," connecting it to the idea of transient moments and life changes.
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Influence on Other ArtistsThe band and their album "Left and Leaving" has been cited as an influence by other musicians, indicating how the band's music and songs, like "Watermark," have impacted the music scene.
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Vinyl Reissue"Left and Leaving" has been reissued on vinyl in recent years with "Watermark," continuing to be discovered by new listeners.
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