Bog People

Unveiling the Enigmatic Depths: Xiu Xiu's Bog People
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Lyrics

Why ask

Expressing a questioning tone, contemplating a reason or purpose.

Why not it goes with this night

Suggesting that the inquiry is related to the current night or situation.

So will it ever stop

Pondering if the challenging circumstances will ever come to an end.

Will it always be this hard

Questioning whether the difficulty will persist indefinitely.


There will always be a jar of ash

Highlighting the constant presence of a container filled with ash, possibly symbolizing remnants of something lost or destroyed.

There will always be an unfit mind

Emphasizing the perpetual existence of a troubled or disturbed mind.

There will always be a lonely son

Acknowledging the enduring existence of a son experiencing loneliness.

There will always be a humiliated little girl

Recognizing the persistent existence of a humiliated young girl.


Why ask

Repeating the initial question, perhaps seeking clarity or validation.

Is there any reason

Posing a question about the existence of a reason or purpose.

Why ask

Reiterating the question, questioning the point if the situation does not improve.

If it'll just let up

Suggesting skepticism about improvement or relief.


Why ask

Asking once more, exploring the potential reasons for the challenging circumstances.

Is there any reason

Continuing the inquiry into the existence of a reason or purpose.

Why ask

Persisting in questioning, wondering if there is a point to the inquiry.

If it'll just let up

Expressing doubt about the situation improving or changing.


Up up up up

Repetition of "up," possibly indicating a rising emotional intensity or desperation.

There will always be a headless neck

Describing the perpetual presence of a decapitated neck, suggesting a state of vulnerability or loss.

There will always be happiness

Stating the ongoing existence of happiness, contrasting with the preceding lines that highlight pain or difficulty.

There will always be a handless wrist to crush

Acknowledging the continuous presence of a wrist without a hand, possibly symbolizing a lack of agency or control.


There will always be a hopeful heart to disrespect

Noting the enduring existence of a hopeful heart that is disrespected, indicating ongoing emotional pain.

Why ask

Repeating the question, seeking reasons for the persistent challenges.

Is there any reason

Posing a question about the existence of a reason or purpose, echoing earlier lines.

Why ask

Restating the question, expressing uncertainty about finding relief.


If it'll just let up

Questioning whether there is a reason for the difficulties to alleviate.

Why ask

Repeating the inquiry, seeking understanding or resolution.

Is there any reason

Persisting in questioning, exploring the potential reasons behind the challenges.

Why ask

Continuing to ask if there is a purpose or reason for the enduring difficulties.


If it'll just let up

Expressing doubt about the situation improving or changing, mirroring earlier lines.

Up up up up

Repetition of "up," possibly emphasizing a rising emotional intensity or desperation.

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