Finishing Jubilee Street Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds

"Finishing Jubilee Street" by Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds (#Rock) is a haunting narrative that explores themes of despair, longing, and redemption. Released in 2013, the song combines dark, poetic lyrics with a brooding melody, showcasing Cave's storytelling prowess. Its unique blend of rock and orchestral elements creates an immersive atmosphere, resonating deeply with listeners and solidifying its place in contemporary music culture.

[Verse 1]
I'd just finished writing Jubilee Street
I laid down on my bed and fell into a deep sleep
And when I awoke, I believed I'd taken a bride called Mary Stanford
And I flew into a frenzy searching high and low
Because in my dream the girl was very young
I said, "Hey little girl, where do you hide?
You draw lightning from the sky"

[Pre-Chorus]
All of this in her dark hair
All of this in her dark hair, oh Lord

[Chorus]
See that girl, comin' on down
Comin' on down, comin' on down
See that girl, comin' on down
Comin' on down, comin' on down

[Verse 2]
Last night your shadow scampered up the wall, it flied
It leaped like a black spider between your legs, and cried
"My children, my children
They are lost to us"

[Pre-Chorus]
All of this in her dark hair, oh Lord
All of this in her dark hair, oh Lord

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